If you or someone you know is unable to pay for medications there are a number of programs that can help. The website NeedyMeds.Org has helpful information for finding programs to get FREE or low cost medication. They keep information updated on prescription assistance programs, $4 generics programs, medication coupons Read More Shared by United Resource Connection October 12, 2023

The Cincinnati Freestore compiles a list of local food pantries with addresses and contact information. This is a great resource if you know someone or a family in need of food assistance. It is also a great resource if you are financially able to support your local food pantry. You Read More Shared by United Resource Connection October 10, 2023

The Cincinnati Computer Cooperative, located at 49 Novner Drive, is a non profit organization that provides low cost home computers to those in need. Low-income individuals and families, students from Kindergarten to Postgraduate, and individuals over the age of 55 are eligible to buy from the Cooperative. Both desktop and Read More Shared by United Resource Connection October 8, 2023

Bed bugs have an international presence, causing distress and inconvenience in modest homes to even the most luxurious hotels. Despite their global prevalence, victims of bed bug infestations are often subjected to unfair stereotypes that they are unclean or negligent. While scientific evidence does not show that bed bugs directly Read More Shared by United Resource Connection October 8, 2023

Cincinnati Public Schools will be hosting a FREE youth wrestling clinic available for children in Kindergarten through 6th grade. The clinic will be held at Aiken High School, located at 5642 Belmont Avenue, on Saturday, October 21st. The clinic will be led by CPS Varsity Wrestling Coaches. The clinic will focus Read More Shared by United Resource Connection October 3, 2023

Every U.S. household may place an order to receive four free COVID-⁠19 rapid tests delivered directly to one’s home. You can request delivery of four free rapid tests using the covid.gov online portal. This Federal program was stopped during the spring and summer but has reopened for this fall and Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 28, 2023

U.S. Congressional gridlock can temporarily shut down big parts of the federal government — including many health programs. If it happens, some government functions would stop completely and some in part, while others wouldn’t be immediately affected — including Medicare, Medicaid, and health plans sold under the Affordable Care Act. Read More Shared by Kaiser Health News September 27, 2023

Free community resources fairs are held at the North Plaza of the downtown Main Library on the final Thursday of each month. These resource fairs offer individual assistance to get connected with area services, including access to free primary care health services and medicaid navigation, free legal aid, and discount Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 26, 2023

The Cincinnati Recreation Commission is hosting a FREE pediatric CPR class Saturday October 14th from 9 am to 2 pm at the Hirsch Recreation Center, located at 332 McAlpin Avenue. The class is great for children 12 and older who are going to be babysitting younger kids, as well as adults Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 22, 2023

Starting in 2024, recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will gain the ability to utilize their benefits for grocery deliveries through Uber Eats. Uber Eats is an online food ordering and delivery platform launched by Uber in 2014. Couriers deliver meals using cars, scooters, bikes, or on foot. Instructions for Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 21, 2023