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    Walmart Pharmacy Program Offers $4 Generics

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025


    Walmart offers up to a 30-day supply of over 300 different generic medications for $4 per prescription. They also offer a 90-day supply of many generic medications for $10. These prices do not apply to prescriptions filled by mail order. Prescriptions refills may be ordered online or by telephone, but Read More Shared by United Resource Connection August 8, 2025

    Amazon Prime Discount for Medicaid and EBT Cardholders

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025


    Medicaid and EBT cardholders get a 50% discount on Amazon Prime Membership, paying only $6.99 per month instead of $14.99. The 50% discount can be a significant savings for EBT card holders who already self pay for Amazon Prime. In some situations it can also be beneficial for those who Read More Shared by United Resource Connection August 6, 2025

    Free Laundry Day for Seniors, Twice Monthly.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025


    Seniors are welcome to enjoy free laundry services from 10 AM through noon, every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, at City Limits Laundry, located at 4592 Montgomery Road, in Norwood. The service is made available by Dedicated Senior Medical Centers.  The service is limited to the timeframe of Read More Shared by United Resource Connection August 5, 2025

    Child Support Civil Warrant Amnesty if Payment Arrangements made this Month

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025


    Individuals who have had their driver's license or Ohio professional license suspended due to lack of child support payments, can have these licenses reinstated if they make payment arrangements this August. Payment arrangements must be made with the Child Support Division of the Hamilton County Department of Job & Family Read More Shared by United Resource Connection August 1, 2025

    Screening Tools to Evaluate Patient Risk in Extreme Heat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025


    During hot summer months it is particularly important to screen patients for risk factors. The CDC provides a screening tool which can be used for this. The screening tool is available for download as a pdf, and can be freely distributed to interested parties for use with patients or loved Read More Shared by United Resource Connection July 15, 2025

    Metro Looks to Add New Blue Ash-Silverton Route & More Improvements During Fall Service Changes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025


    As part of Phase IV of Reinventing Metro, Metro is hosting a series of public meetings to gather feedback on proposed service improvements for Fall 2025. Among the highlights is the proposed launch of the new Rt. 8 Blue Ash–Silverton local service, along with several other route enhancements scheduled to Read More Shared by Cincinnati Metro July 10, 2025

    FREE Fruits & Vegetables Using SNAP E B T at Participating Locations throughout Ohio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025


    Access to fruits and vegetables is essential for maintaining good health and overall well-being. For low-income individuals and families, limited access to affordable and fresh produce can pose a significant barrier to achieving a balanced and nutritious diet. This can lead to an increased risk of chronic health conditions such Read More Shared by United Resource Connection July 3, 2025

    Mobile Fresh Food Market Visits Neighborhoods Weekly, Accepts SNAP EBT Payments

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025


    Where do you go to buy food for your family when it takes an hour by bus to get to the nearest grocery store? What do you eat when processed food and corner-store snacks are the only things within reach, or the only affordable options? Healthy Harvest Mobile Market visits Read More Shared by United Resource Connection July 1, 2025

    FREE Chronic Disease Self-Management Classes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025


    A series of educational classes on Chronic Disease Self-Management will be held July 10th through August 14th on Thursdays from 5:30 PM to 8 PM, in Village Municipal Building of Golf Manor, located at 6450 Wiehe Road. Classes are FREE to the public. Registration for the classes is available online. Read More Shared by United Resource Connection June 30, 2025

    Free Bus Fare for VA Medical Center appointments

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025


    Hamilton County officials have announced that Veterans will now be provided FREE bus fare when traveling to VA Medical Center appointments. The program will involve one-day travel tickets that the patient can use to ride the bus to their appointment and back for free. The current process for requesting these Read More Shared by United Resource Connection June 28, 2025

    FREE Shakespeare in the Park: “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” Schedule & Locations 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025


    The Cincinnati Shakespeare Company annually performs FREE Shakespeare plays in the park. This year they will be performing William Shakespeare's play “A Midsummer Night's Dream”. The performances are on different days, July 11th through August 31st. Most performances are at 7pm, and each performance is held at a different park Read More Shared by United Resource Connection June 21, 2025

    Spray Parks to cool the summer heat, available through the Cincinnati Recreation Commission.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025


    Cincinnati Recreation Commission Spray Parks are in operation from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day. The Cincinnati Recreation Commission has 9 spray parks throughout Hamilton County. Each are open from 10 AM through 9 PM, seven days a week. All are available at no charge and do not require memberships. Groups Read More Shared by United Resource Connection June 20, 2025

    How to Obtain FREE Fentanyl Test Strips

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025


    Fentanyl test strips are a low-cost method of helping prevent drug overdoses and reducing harm. Fentanyl test strips are small strips of paper that can detect the presence of fentanyl in different kinds of drugs, like cocaine, methamphetamine, and heroin, as well as other substances. The test strips can be Read More Shared by United Resource Connection June 17, 2025

    Excessive Heat, Poor Air Quality And Shelter Information

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025


    Warnings about excessive heat and poor air quality occur frequently during the summer and are important to pay attention to, for your own health sake, and or if you have vulnerable individuals under your care. The National Weather Service will issue warnings about excessive heat when there is a prolonged Read More Shared by United Resource Connection June 16, 2025

    Programs for FREE Testing & Removal of Lead Paint Hazards in Apartments and Homes.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025


    Dust containing lead paint particles have been found to present a significant risk for lead poisoning in children. This dust can shed from paint in houses and apartment buildings built before 1978, when use of lead paint was very prevalent in both public and private housing. How to Ascertain the Read More Shared by United Resource Connection June 13, 2025

    The Significance of Juneteenth, Freedom Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025


    In Fredrick Douglass's most famous speech on the hypocrisy of American slavery, he pointed out the paradox of Independence Day: America declared every man had a right to liberty while at the same time enslaving millions of people. More than nine years after this speech, President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Read More Shared by United Resource Connection June 12, 2025

    Online Monthly Education & Support for Adults impacted by Parental Addiction

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025


    The National Association for Children of Addiction is hosting a monthly online educational series for adults impacted by parental addiction. This online facilitated group features an expert presenting on important topics facing adults nurturing their own resilience, followed by an opportunity for attendees to speak freely.  All meetings are held Read More Shared by United Resource Connection June 11, 2025

    Assistance Obtaining Women’s Apparel for Employment Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025


    “Dress for Success Cincinnati” is an organization that provides professional clothing to women returning to, or entering, the workforce. Many women entering the workforce encounter in which they need appropriate attire to have a successful job interview, but can't afford proper attire for the interview without a job. Dress for Read More Shared by United Resource Connection June 10, 2025

    Cincinnati Recreation Commission Offers FREE Scuba Classes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2025


    The Cincinnati Recreation Commission will be hosting FREE introductory Scuba classes through June and July 2025. Participants must be 12 years old or older, and must be large enough to safely swim with the scuba gear. Classes will be held from 10:30 AM until 12:30 PM at the following CRC Read More Shared by United Resource Connection June 7, 2025

    $50 in Coupons Available for Seniors to use at local Farmers' Markets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025


    The United States Department of Agriculture has a Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program which provides fresh, nutritious, unprepared locally grown fruits, vegetables, fresh cut herbs and honey through farmers' markets and roadside stands.  The Farmers' Market Senior Coupon Application is available online and very simple to complete. No documents are Read More Shared by United Resource Connection June 6, 2025

    Metro's New Fare Structure Takes Effect July 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025


    The Metro Board of Trustees has approved a new fare structure that will take effect on July 16, 2025. The fare increase averages approximately 10% across all service types. Under the new structure, local fares will be $2.20, and express route fares will be $3.00. New Child Fare Policy There Read More Shared by Cincinnati Metro June 6, 2025

    City of Cincinnati Primary Care School-Based Health Center Summer Services

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025


    Cincinnati Public Schools offer full-service health centers at sites around the district to serve the medical needs of students, families and the community. Currently, there are 24 School-Based Health Centers to serve students' needs; 14 of those centers are also open to the community, and a number of these are Read More Shared by United Resource Connection June 5, 2025

    2025 Family Law Guide for LGBTQ+ Ohioans

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025


    The 2025 Family Law Guide for LGBTQ+ Ohioans is FREELY available for download as a .pdf document. The guide is meant for legal professionals, advocates and others interested in the legal issues LGBTQ+ persons specifically may encounter while navigating marriage, divorce, custody, parentage and adoption. The guide reviews the relevant Read More Shared by United Resource Connection June 3, 2025

    CRC Hosting Teen Recreation Nights Saturdays Starting June 7th

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2025


    Recreational events provide teenagers with opportunities to socialize and make new friends, promoting a sense of community and belonging. They also offer a healthy outlet for stress relief and relaxation, helping teenagers maintain a positive mental health and well-being. Engaging in recreational activities can also help teens develop important life Read More Shared by United Resource Connection June 1, 2025

    MetroNow! Expands Service to Forest Park and Pleasant Run

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025


    Beginning June 8th, residents in the Forest Park and Pleasant Run communities will have access to the MetroNow! transportation service. Instead of using full size Metro buses, the MetroNow! service uses shuttle-style vehicles to provide flexible, on-demand service—within these available zones of service. MetroNow! currently operates in the communities of Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 30, 2025

    Free virtual expungement clinic this Saturday

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025


    There is a FREE expungement clinic available online this Saturday, May 31st from noon until 5 PM. The event is meant to help those with a misdemeanor or low-level felony get their record of this sealed, or in some cases fully expunged. You must register to attend. The registration link Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 29, 2025

    Cincinnati Recreation Commission 2025 Summer Pool Openings

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025


    Summer recreational facilities, such as swimming pools, play a vital role in the development of youth, particularly for those from low-income backgrounds. Swimming pools provide an opportunity for children to engage in physical activity, socialize with peers, and learn important life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship. For many low-income Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 28, 2025

    FREE Summer Learning Program & Prizes for Kids at Local Libraries

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025


    Research shows that kids who practice reading and math skills over the summer can keep and even improve upon the progress they made during the school year. Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Libraries are committed to helping kids do this, and have fun with it. With these objectives, the “Discover Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 26, 2025

    2025 Summer Meal Finder Map

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025


    All children under the age of 18 are eligible to receive free meals during the summer months through a program offered by the Ohio Department of Education. Individuals ages 19 through 21 are also eligible for this program, if they have been identified as having mental or physical disabilities, and Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 23, 2025

    Block Parties with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, June through August, FREE admission.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025


    The cost of tickets often make classical music inaccessible to people of lower income status. This summer there are a number of opportunities to bring social recreational activities and classical music together, and available to all people regardless of their financial situation. The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra will be playing at Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 22, 2025

    Kids 2025 Summer Sports Camps available through the Cincinnati Recreation Commission

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025


    Summer sports camps are an essential part of childhood development, providing an opportunity for children to learn new skills, make new friends, and stay active during the summer months. For low-income families, these camps offer an affordable way to engage their children in structured physical activities that enhance their physical Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 21, 2025

    Ohio Name Change Legal Clinic

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025


    If you have questions about legally changing you or your child's name and/or gender designation on identity documents in Ohio, FREE confidential legal clinics are available. The clinics are held virtually, every second Wednesday of the month, from 6 PM to 8 PM, online. Registration is required at least 48 Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 19, 2025

    Service Improvements and Route Adjustments Coming to Metro This Summer 

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025


    Starting May 25th, 2025, thirteen Metro fixed routes will see minor schedule and or route adjustments. Many of these changes occur annually, corresponding to the shifts in traffic patterns that occur when school is out. Schedule Changes The following routes will have new schedules: Routes 4, 11, 17, 22, 24, 28, Read More Shared by Cincinnati Metro May 16, 2025

    Metro Detours for Taste of Cincinnati & Memorial Day

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025


    Detours for the annual Taste of Cincinnati events begin downtown on Wednesday May 22nd at 6 AM and will last until Tuesday May 28th at 5 PM. 5th Street will be closed from Walnut to Columbia Parkway. Consequently there are several changes in boarding locations. The following routes will board Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 15, 2025

    Schedule of FREE Legal Clinics in Tri State Area

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025


    There are a number of opportunities to receive FREE legal assistance in the tri state area of Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky. The Cincinnati VA Medical Center has released a flyer which provides information about these clinics and their schedule of operations. This flyer can be downloaded for distribution to interested Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 14, 2025

    Low Income HIV AIDS Healthcare Resources

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025


    Access to affordable and adequate healthcare is a fundamental human right, yet low-income individuals and those living with HIV AIDS often face numerous barriers in accessing quality healthcare services. Lack of financial resources, limited access to healthcare facilities, and stigma and discrimination are just a few of the challenges faced Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 12, 2025

    Bike and Ride the Bus FREE on Bike-To-Work Day, Friday May 16th

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025


    Thinking about giving commuting by bike a try? Friday, May 16th, is the perfect time to start. In celebration of National Bike-to-Work Day, Metro is offering free rides to bus riders who bring a bike. Anyone who loads a bike onto a bus's front-mounted bike rack will ride for free Read More Shared by Cincinnati Metro May 9, 2025

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    Immigrant & Refugee Law Center

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025


    Immigration and refugee law services play a crucial role in the lives of low-income individuals and families who face legal challenges in their efforts to navigate the complex and often confusing US immigration system. For many, the prospect of paying for legal representation is out of reach, leaving them vulnerable Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 6, 2025

    5 1 3 Relief Bus

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025


    The Hamilton County 5 1 3 Relief Bus is a mobile medical and social service bus, providing health screenings and application assistance to connect to social services and economic relief. The bus is equipped with the technology that allows this assistance to occur on site. The bus travels to local Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 5, 2025

    Findlay Market Has FREE Delivery and $25 in Free Produce for SNAP EBT Recipients.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025


    If you have SNAP EBT benefits you can use the Findlay Market shopping app to obtain free delivery and no service fees on your orders. The Findlay Market shopping app is available on the Apple App Store and Google Play.  During checkout, the delivery and service fees will be visible in Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 2, 2025

    Weekend Bus Detours Due to Flying Pig Marathon

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025


    The Flying Pig Marathon takes place this weekend, May 4th and 5th, with many Metro routes operating on detour. This can result in longer than usual delays for those reliant on the bus for transportation needs this weekend. The following is a list of known detours taking place this weekend due Read More Shared by United Resource Connection April 30, 2025

    EZConnect Pilot Project for Regional Transportation

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025


    There is a project in the works, called EZConnect, to improve interregional transportation services. The project aims to provide individuals with disabilities a way to travel between counties that have different transit agency service areas– For instance, a trip from the Butler County Courthouse, in Butler County, to the VA Read More Shared by United Resource Connection April 25, 2025

    Representative Payee Programs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025


    A representative payee program is a program that helps individuals who are unable to manage their Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, Disability Benefits, Veterans' or other financial benefits. A representative payee is appointed to manage the benefits on behalf of the beneficiary. The program is designed for individuals who are Read More Shared by United Resource Connection April 18, 2025

    Youth Employment Program Hiring Sessions Offered through April and May, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025


    The Hamilton County Youth Employment Program provides year-round opportunities for employment, career exploration, professional development and credentialing for Hamilton County youth ages 14 through 21. The program helps young people in Hamilton County find work, explore careers and remove barriers to create a clear path to more education or a Read More Shared by United Resource Connection April 16, 2025

    A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025


    Falling is a serious risk for aging individuals, as it can lead to severe injuries such as broken bones, head trauma, and even death. As we age, our balance and coordination tend to decline, making us more susceptible to falling. It is crucial for older adults to take proactive steps Read More Shared by United Resource Connection April 14, 2025

    Healthcare Services for Homeless

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025


    The Cincinnati Health Network serves individuals experiencing homelessness or living with HIV/AIDS in the Tri-State area. They provide the following services at all their locations: Physical Exams, Blood Tests, Medication Assistance, Drug and Alcohol Abuse Screening & Treatment, Smoking Cessation Help, Diabetes Treatment and Education, Dental Referrals, Pregnancy testing, Testing Read More Shared by United Resource Connection April 10, 2025

    Prescription Discount Programs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025


    Nearly 3 in 10 American adults who take prescription drugs say that they have skipped doses, cut pills in half, or not filled prescriptions due to cost. Prescription cost may be a very difficult expense for those that don't have insurance, and those who don't have sufficient insurance. There are Read More Shared by United Resource Connection April 9, 2025

    Hamilton County's 5 1 3 Relief Bus Services

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025


    Hamilton County has a bus that visits local neighborhoods to provide health screenings, mobile healthcare, and enrollment assistance for a wide variety of social services and economic relief programs. The bus is called the “5 1 3 Relief Bus”. The 5 1 3 Relief bus schedules visits with municipalities throughout Read More Shared by United Resource Connection April 4, 2025

    Tax Day is Coming: How to File an Extension

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025


    Tax Day is Tuesday April 15th this year. If you are a U.S. citizen or resident alien, whether you must file a federal income tax return depends on your gross income, your filing status, your age, and whether you are a dependent. If you must file a tax return, these are Read More Shared by United Resource Connection April 3, 2025

    Healing Center provides food, clothing, personal care, and health services.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025


    The Healing Center, located in Springdale at 11345 Century Circle, provides a number of services to struggling individuals and families. The services are freely available on a walk-in basis regardless of the county, city or state of one's residence. Services include a food pantry and clothing closet, as well as Read More Shared by United Resource Connection April 1, 2025

    FREE Metro Rides On Reds Opening Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025


    Metro will have fare-free rides on Opening Day, Thursday, March 27th. Metro's fixed routes and Access paratransit will be FREE of charge.  Opening Day Parade Metro Detours include the following. From noon on Thursday, March 27th, Government Square and other Downtown stops throughout the morning and early afternoon will be temporarily Read More Shared by United Resource Connection March 24, 2025

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