Women-Children
Christmas Assistance
We do not offer Christmas Assistance to women and children who are not actively participating in our Fresh Start for Single Mothers Fall - Winter 2009 program. We have helped 528 women and 952 children over the years. We simply cannot open up this benevolence to the public due to the volume of families we serve already.
Women and Children’s
Helpful Info & Links
Social Service Programs
Find Helpful Local Programs In Your Area
(Fill in your zip code to find your local United Way)
Covering Kids And Families
encourages parents of non-health insured children to call toll free:
(877) 543-7669 (877-KIDS-NOW) to find out if your children are eligible.
Stroller Strides helps moms make strides in fitness, motherhood and life by providing a unique fitness program, free playgroups and mom’s night out events. The fitness program incorporates both the baby and a stroller to help moms get in shape, meet other moms, and have fun with their baby all at the same time. All aspects of Stroller Strides bring together a group of parents who are going through the same amazing and exhausting experience of living with a baby. It provides a great support system where everything, including fitness, is so much easier. Stroller Strides is nationwide, so by visiting www.strollerstrides.com, you will find almost 800 class locations for your family/friends to choose from.
Earned Income Tax Credit
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a federal income tax credit for low-income workers who are eligible for and claim the credit. The credit reduces the amount of tax an individual owes, and may be returned in the form of a refund.
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a refundable Federal tax credit for eligible individuals and families who work and have earned income under:
$11,490 ($12,490 if married filing jointly) if there is no qualifying child
$30,338 ($31,338 if married filing jointly) if there is one qualifying child
$34,458 ($35,458 if married filing jointly) if there is more than one qualifying child.
http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=96456,00.html
Housing Opportunities Made Equal HOME
Serving The State Of Virginia
Housing Opportunities Made Equal, Inc. (HOME) is a comprehensive housing counseling and fair housing organization whose mission is to ensure equal access to housing for all persons through counseling, education and advocacy. Founded in 1971, HOME offers a wide range of services designed to foster self-sufficiency and help people find and keep the housing that meets their needs.
There is no charge for any of HOME’s services.
http://www.phonehome.org/index.htm
804-354-0641 / help@phonehome.org
Eating Disorders
National Eating Disorders 1-800-931-2237
ANRED 541-334-1144
www.1-800-therapist.com / 1-800-843-7274
Rader Programs 1-800-841-1515
Domestic Violence
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Break The Silence / Make The Call
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
1-800-787-3224 1-800-787-3224 (TTY) http://www.ndvh.org
Smart Kids With Learning Disabilities
Helping Parents Help Their Children Succeed
http://smartkidswithld.org / info@smartkidswithld.org
Teen Help Adolescent Resources
Support for families with teen challenges
1-800-840-5704
RAINN: Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network
1- 800-656-HOPE
Housing:
Search for your local Habitat affiliate office near you. They will give you information on how to apply for ownership of a Habitat for Humanity house.
www.habitat.org
Search by state for the public housing/Section 8 offices in your area.
www.housingcenter.com
Info on how to buy a HUD home and list of states where homes are for sale.
www.hud.gov
Food Allergies
Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network FAAN
Via Phone
800-929-4040
Via E-mail
faan@foodallergy.org
Christian Divorce Recovery Online Support Group
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Divorce_Recovery
Christian Grief Online Support Group
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ChristianGriefSupport
www.TroubledWith.com is a collection of articles, resources and referrals organized by topic around family issues and concerns.
Our goal is to help families by providing complete coverage of issues including a brief introduction to each topic, an overview of the issue at hand, Q&A with experts and tips for making things better.
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