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Shared by United Resource Connection October 24, 2026
Access to the internet is more crucial now than ever, especially for individuals and families struggling financially. The internet serves as a gateway to essential resources such as job opportunities, educational tools, healthcare information, and social services. Without affordable internet access, these individuals may face increased barriers to improving their
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection October 21, 2026
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 9, 2026
It is important to dispose of expired medication and there are a number of locations where this can be done safely and in accordance with local laws. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency provides a tool you may use to find Controlled Substance Public Disposal Locations, where expired or unneeded medications
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection October 7, 2026
The United States Department of Homeland Security provides Citizenship & Immigration Services, that include fee waivers for individuals that can demonstrate an inability to pay filing fees for various citizenship and immigration documents. The Form to Request a Fee Waiver (Form I-912) and the Instructions for Completion are available on
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 29, 2026
What could cause the U.S. government to shut down? There are 12 appropriations bills, each covering various federal departments and agencies, that are supposed to be passed by Congress and signed by the president by October 1st every year. This almost never happens, however. In fact, Congress has only passed
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 26, 2026
There is an updated tool for application and participation in the public service loan forgiveness program. The tool allows participants to manage their account completely online, including the required signatures by borrowers and their employers. Things you can do with the online tool include the following: The tool provides a
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9 8 8 is the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, a national network of local crisis centers, providing free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Anyone can call or text 9 8 8 or chat online at
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Amazon offers online Telehealth appointments for individuals to see a doctor or nurse. The appointments enable participants to discuss their medical issue, receive a treatment plan and a prescription for any recommended medication. Prescriptions can be filled by Amazon Pharmacy and delivered to one’s home. Amazon can alternatively have the
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection August 29, 2026
The National Association for Children of Addiction produces a booklet called “Tools for Kids” to support healthy development of children impacted by addiction in their family. The 2024 version of the booklet provides children with important information about addiction, how addiction impacts kids, what kids can do, and how children
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection August 25, 2026