Women-Children
Helpful Resources:
SOCIAL SERVICE PROGRAMS: FIND LOCAL PROGRAMS IN YOUR AREA
http://www.unitedway.org/
(Fill in your zip code to find your local United Way)
http://www.unitedway.org/
(Fill in your zip code to find your local United Way)
UNITED WAY OF GREATER RICHMOND: DIAL 2-1-1 FOR RESOURCES IN YOUR ZIPCODE
http://www.yourunitedway.org/
http://www.yourunitedway.org/
DIVORCE
DIVORCECARE: HELP WITH DIVORCE RECOVERY
DivorceCare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. Don’t go through separation or divorce alone.
http://www.divorcecare.org/
DIVORCECARE FOR KIDS: HELP YOUR CHILDREN HEAL FROM THE PAIN FROM DIVORCE
Are your children angry, hurt, or confused about your divorce? Finding help for your children can be frustrating. DivorceCare for kids and DC4K provide a safe, fun place.
Find a group: http://www.dc4k.org/
DivorceCare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. Don’t go through separation or divorce alone.
http://www.divorcecare.org/
DIVORCECARE FOR KIDS: HELP YOUR CHILDREN HEAL FROM THE PAIN FROM DIVORCE
Are your children angry, hurt, or confused about your divorce? Finding help for your children can be frustrating. DivorceCare for kids and DC4K provide a safe, fun place.
Find a group: http://www.dc4k.org/
HOUSING
FOR THE HOMELESS:
All homeless in the Greater Richmond area should register at Homeless Point of Entry to find housing:
https://www.cccofva.org/homelesspointofentry.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/
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY:
Search for a local Habitat affiliate office near you. They will give you information on how to apply for ownership of a Habitat for Humanity house.
http://www.habitat.org/
HUD HOMES:
Info on how to buy a HUD home and list of states where homes are for sale
http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD
CO-ABODE:
Co-Abode a single mothers housing sharing service is a national organization with members in your area and the service is free.
http://CoAbode.org
All homeless in the Greater Richmond area should register at Homeless Point of Entry to find housing:
https://www.cccofva.org/homelesspointofentry.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/
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY:
Search for a local Habitat affiliate office near you. They will give you information on how to apply for ownership of a Habitat for Humanity house.
http://www.habitat.org/
HUD HOMES:
Info on how to buy a HUD home and list of states where homes are for sale
http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD
CO-ABODE:
Co-Abode a single mothers housing sharing service is a national organization with members in your area and the service is free.
http://CoAbode.org
EMPLOYMENT
GOODWILL:
Offers help with finding a job in your area.
http://www.goodwill.org/
VIRGINIA EMPLOYMENT COMMISSION:
http://www.vec.virginia.gov/ fdf
Offers help with finding a job in your area.
http://www.goodwill.org/
VIRGINIA EMPLOYMENT COMMISSION:
http://www.vec.virginia.gov/ fdf
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE: BREAK THE SILENCE/MAKE THE CALL
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
1-800-787-3224(TTY)
SAFE HARBOR SHELTER & COUNSELING: 24-HOUR HOTLINE
1-804-287-7877
http://safeharborshelter.com/
RAINN: Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network
1- 800-656-HOPE
http://www.rainn.org/statistics
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
1-800-787-3224(TTY)
SAFE HARBOR SHELTER & COUNSELING: 24-HOUR HOTLINE
1-804-287-7877
http://safeharborshelter.com/
RAINN: Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network
1- 800-656-HOPE
http://www.rainn.org/statistics
Eating Disorders
ANRED:
541-334-1144
http://www.edreferral.com
RADAR PROGRAMS:
1-800-841-1515
http://www.raderprograms.com
541-334-1144
http://www.edreferral.com
RADAR PROGRAMS:
1-800-841-1515
http://www.raderprograms.com
FOR THE KIDS
FIT 4 MOM:
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. It provides a great support system you will find almost 800 class locations for you to choose from.
http://fit4mom.com
FOOD ALLERGIES:
Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network FARE
http://www.foodallergy.org
CAMP COMFORT KIDS: BEREAVEMENT CAMP FOR KIDS
http://www.comfortzonecamp.org
SMART KIDS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES:
Program for helping parents help their children to succeed
http://smartkidswithld.org
SUMMER CAMPS RICHMOND VA AREA:
http://www.completelykidsrichmond.com/camps
Patient Help Advocate
www.childbirthinjuries.com/resources/divorce-and-special-needs-children/
(800) 409-5420
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. It provides a great support system you will find almost 800 class locations for you to choose from.
http://fit4mom.com
FOOD ALLERGIES:
Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network FARE
http://www.foodallergy.org
CAMP COMFORT KIDS: BEREAVEMENT CAMP FOR KIDS
http://www.comfortzonecamp.org
SMART KIDS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES:
Program for helping parents help their children to succeed
http://smartkidswithld.org
SUMMER CAMPS RICHMOND VA AREA:
http://www.completelykidsrichmond.com/camps
Patient Help Advocate
www.childbirthinjuries.com/resources/divorce-and-special-needs-children/
(800) 409-5420
Reference List
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