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Offers day programs to help individuals become self-sustaining. Aging and Disability Services More information: - Provides community-based activities, volunteer opportunities, social, vocational, and life skills instruction, and hobby and recreational supports

• Includes pre-employment and leadership skills, occupational training, and job search assistance 
• Prepares participants for further education

Provides cash assistance to low-income, disabled individuals through a period of short-term disability or while they are awaiting approval of federal disability support.

Financial Assistance

Provides legal representation to individuals who have been arrested or summoned for incarceration. Legal Services More information:

• Includes new charges, violation of probation, and appeals

Operates thrift shops that offer clothes, furniture, and household goods at a discount. Clothing Assistance, Home Goods More Information:

• Proceeds go towards the operation of Goodwill services
• Donations accepted

Provides support for individuals with severe disabilities to encourage employment and independence. Employment Services More information:

• Includes vocational counseling, physical and mental restoration, communication and equipment services, job training and placement, and rehabilitation technology services
• Independent living services available for older adults with visual impairments

Offers emergency medical and treatment services for major and minor injuries. Medical Care More Information: ​- Provides care for chest pains

• Provides crisis behavioral health services

Distributes bags of food to Howard County residents in need. Food Assistance More information: - Emergency food assistance may be available by appointment

Provides library services, including computer access with Wi-Fi, and programs for children and teens. Public libraries offer safe haven from extreme weather during operating hours. Library Services More information: - Books, magazines, newspapers, and other multi-media resources available for checkout - Offers access to computers, fax machines, and photocopiers - Hosts story hours, book clubs, crafts, and discussion programs

Provides library services including materials loan, programs for all ages, and mobile outreach. Library Services More information: - Loans books, magazines, DVDs, CDs, ebooks, large print materials, and more - Offers computer training, access to computers and Internet, and WiFi - Reference and inter-library loan services available

Provides medical examinations and trauma-informed care to victims of sexual assault. Victim and Witness Services

Provides member agencies with a place to store and distribute food that has been donated or purchased.

Food Bank

More information:

• Offers pet food when available

• Does not provide food directly to individuals

• Accepts surplus food from the US Department of Agriculture and donations of food and cash

Provides in-person and telephone assistance to help individuals understand their health insurance benefits and rights. Insurance Services More information:

• Helps with Medicare Part D, Medigap Plans, Medicare Advantage Plans,  and Long Term Care Insurance

Provides copies of birth and death certificates.

Records, Licenses, and Permits

Provides copies of birth and death certificates.

Records, Licenses, and Permits

Provides legal representation to parents and legal guardians facing child abuse or neglect proceedings initiated by Child Protective Services. Legal Services More information:

• Provides assistance through every stage of a child welfare case, from initial emergency shelter care hearings to the termination of parental rights

Provides support to help youth succeed in school, the community, and work. Youth Enrichment More information: - Offers career development and support services - Helps high school students with disabilities secure internships during their senior year - Mentoring, employment, education, and independent living available for at-risk youth

Handles criminal and civil cases and hears appeals from other courts and administrative agencies. Legal Services More information:

• Includes cases related to juveniles, family law, divorce, custody, child support, and domestic violence
• Cases may involve a jury or a judge

Provides limited financial assistance for funeral expenses, including burial plots, vaults, grave digging, and burial clothing.

Benefits Counseling

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• Funds cannot be used towards reimbursement of expenses already paid

Provides individuals with transportation to medical appointments.

Transportation

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• Local trips are available with 48-hour notice; long distance trips with 72-hour notice

Provides short-term counseling services for survivors of intimate partner abuse, sexual violence, and human trafficking. Mental Health Services More information:

• Includes individual counseling, play therapy, support groups, and more
• Offers information and referrals to long-term counseling services
• Refers out for abuser intervention program

Serves as a family support center offering educational and health-related services to parents and their children. Parenting Resources More information:

• Offers a home-visiting program, infant and toddler assessments, and development care
• Provides parenting and health education resources, and connections to community services
• Offers adult basic education that includes fundamental learning skills and job readiness training

Provides financial assistance for those in need. Financial Assistance More information: - Emergency Rental Assistance Program provides rent or utility assistance; includes past-due and future rent payments - Provides rapid re-housing funding

• Provides assistance for utilities

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Provides cash assistance to low-income, disabled individuals through a period of short-term disability or while they are awaiting approval of federal disability support.

Financial Assistance