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Accomack, Cape Charles, Eastville, Jenkins Bridge,

Pungoteaque

Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority www.a-npdc.org

or call (757) 787-2800 Has list of NRHA subsidized housing and section eight housing

Accomack County Department of Social Services

www.co.accomack.va.us or call (757) 787-5500

Eastern Shore Community Service Board www.escsb.org or call (757)

422-3636 Eastern Shore Behavioral Center Mental health, mental retardation (developmental disabled) substance abuse

County of Northampton VA www.co.nothampton.va.us or call

(757)678-5153 Food stamps Medicaid and FAMIS TANF

Energy assistance Adult Service Child protective

Childcare services Family stabilization Employment

United Way of Virginia’s Eastern Shore : www.esunitedway.org or

call (757) 787-5622 Education Health Income for stability and independence

Virginia RX relief call (757) 824-5676 ext.634 at Atlantic and

Chincoteague Community Health Payment assistance through a sliding fee scale for uninsured or underinsured

Safe Kids Coalition call (757) 787-7374 Non-profit organization dedicated solely to prevention of unintentional injuries to children

ages 0-14

Traveling Dental Program www.wbell@esrh.org or call (757) 414-0400

ext. 148 Portable equipment dentist are conducting oral exams outside of Rural Health locations.

Virginia 211 www.211virginia.org or call 211 Can search and print list of any type of assistance needed

Salvation Army : www.virginiasalvationarmy.org or call (757) 824-5771 Red Kettle campaign Back to school clothes Eye exams

Christmas assistance Funds for utilities, heat, rent and food cards

Virginia Shelter Listing www.shelterlisting.org List of homeless shelter supportive housing halfway housing

Transitional housing day shelters

Needy Meds www.themedicineprogram.com Information on pharmaceutical companies that offer free medications through their indigent drug

programs

RX Hope www.rxhope.com helps health care providers apply for, obtain and track request for no

cost medication for patients.

Veteran’s Medical Services now at Eastern Shores Rural Health

Systems, Locations and Phone numbers: Atlantic Community Health Center

5219 Lankford Highway, New Church, VA 23415 (757) 824-56756 (has Dental Clinic)

Bayview Community Health Center

2214 South Bayside Rd., Cheriton, VA 23316 (757) 336-3682

Chincoteague Island Community Health Center

4049 Main Street, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336 (757) 336-3682

Franktown Community Health Center (Dental Services)

9159 Main Street, Franktown, VA 23354 (757) 442-4819

Onley Community Health Center

20306 Badger Lane, Onley, VA 23418 (757) 787-7374

Resource Directory 2012 Community Partners of Eastern Shore

www.escsb.org This Resource Directory is a collection of national and local hotlines, schools, government

agencies and civic and religious organizations that is 118 pages long. For future information

about the Community Partners of the Eastern Shore or this Resources Directory, please contact

the ESCSB office at 1-877-442-5388 (toll free)

Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore

1-877-486-4379 The food bank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore provides nutritious canned,

boxed, fresh, frozen, and prepared food to over hundreds of thousands of individual annually.

(12,000+ of these live on the Eastern Shore). This food is recovered and secured from

restaurants, supermarkets, food distributors, the USDA, farmers, wholesalers, sportsmen, and

through food and fund drives. You can search for food bank distribution centers or churches

near you at the website by your address or zip code.

Pungoteque Community Church 15436 Pungoteque Road Pungoteque VA Food Bank

is in the social hall (757)442-9591 `

Virginia Wounded Warrior Headquarters Region V (757) 224-5208 or toll free 1-877-285-1299 ext.2940 1919 Commerce Dr. Ste. 450, Hampton, VA 23666

Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia www.laseva.org 36314 Lankford Highway, Belle Haven VA 23306 (757) 442-3014 Offices open from 9am-5pm

Legal aid society provides free legal services to low-income residents of the Eastern Shore. They do not offer legal assistance in criminal or Traffic matters. For services, call the intake number 1-888-868-1072 Services offered: Divorce/Protective orders Custody/Visitation/Child Support

SSI Appeals Contracts and Warranties Collections Public Benefit Denials

Education Power of Attorney/Wills

Eastern Shore Jobs

Lawrence Veber Associate’s Employment Agency 212 Monroe Avenue Cape Charles VA 23310

(757)331-4676

Eastern Shore One-Stop Center, 25036 Lankford Highway #16 P.O. Box 9, Onley VA 23418 (757)302-2001 This organization offers many services some of which are: Direct financial assistance, Training for employment, Assistance in finding a job, English Language instructions, Preparation for the GED test, Transportation assistance, and more.

Eastern Shore Area Agency on Aging/Community Action Agency 5432-A Bayside Road Exmore, VA 23350 (757)442-9652 Area Agencies on Aging are local aging programs that provide information and services on a range of assistance for older adults and those who care for them. Counties that provide these services are Accomack and Northampton.

Financial Services:

www.federalreserve.gov/creditcard

Provides information about CARD act protections

Free credit reports (877)322-8228 www.annualcreditreport.com Provides free credit report one a year from the three major credit-reporting agencies, Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion Equifax one of the major credit reporting agencies www.equifax.com (800)685-1111 Experian one of the major credit reporting agencies www.experian.com (888)397-3742 Transunion one of the major reporting agencies www.transunion.com (800)916-8800 Fair, Isaac, & Company (FICO) www.myfico.com The info. in your credit report, is used to calculate your FICO score, a number generally between 300 and 850. The acronym stands for Fair, Isaac and Company. The higher your score, the less risk you pose to creditors. Your FICO score is available for a fee.

Payment arrangements for Dominion VA/NC Power They offer Short Term Payment Extension and Long Term Payment Plans Energy Share Agencies 1-866-366-4357

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Virginia Beach

City Of Virginia Beach City Hall 2401 Courthouse Drive, Building 1,

Virginia Beach, VA 23456 (757) 385-3111

City of Virginia Beach Human Services Department www.vbgov.com Or call (757) 385-3200

Adult and Family Services PATH SNAP TANF S.A.I.P.

Financial Assistance VIEW Auxiliary Grants Medicaid Energy Assistance

Social Security Administration 2875 Sabre St #100, Virginia Beach, VA

23462 1-888-377-5237

Benevolent Family Services www.benevolentfs.com (757) 227-4644

They provide comprehensive, compassionate, and dedicated services to those with mental health

difficulties in efforts to empower positive change in their lives.

OppInc. One-Stop Workforce Center 861 Glenrock Road Suite 100

Norfolk VA 23502 (757)461-7537 There are three levels of service provided by OppInc.’s One-Stop Workforce Centers: First is Core Services is a basic assistance and self-directed services available to all job seekers. Second, is Intensive Services is One-on-one and small group assistance provided by an OppInc. Career developer. Third is Training services intensive services clients may be eligible to receive funding for occupational skills training from an OppInc approved training provider or an employer while on-the-job. They also work with Veterans exiting the military.

Salvation Army www.virginiasalvationarmy.org/hrva (757)543-8100 Adult Rehabilitation Centers address 5560 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach Rehabilitation Center 1-800-728-7825 Energy share H2O programs, Adult rehabilitation Veterans Affairs Services Prison ministries Elderly Services Youth camps and recreation Disaster Relief Children and Family Services: Hunger relief, Housing and Homeless services, Christmas assistance.

Virginia Beach Community Service Board (part of the Human services

Department) call (757) 385-3200 Point of entry into the publicly funded system of services for mental health, intellectual disability, and

substance abuse. They provide pre-admission screening, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.

Virginia Supportive Housing Department of Housing and Neighborhood Preservation 2421 court House Dr. #18A Virginia Beach VA (757)385-5750 or (5766) VSH has permanent supportive housing in Single Room Occupancy apartment complexes. Permanent Rental Housing has low cost rental housing scattered sites throughout VB call Virginia Beach Community Development Corporation at (757)463-9516 2400 Potters Road VB 23454 Virginia Beach Community Development Corporation also has Emergency Shelter for families who are homeless up to 90 days call (757)463-9516

Senior Services of Southeastern VA Interstate Corporate Center 6350 Center Dr. Building 5 Suite 101 Norfolk VA 23502 (757)461-94881

Access Partnership www.accesspartners.org or call (757) 393-6363 SEVHS/Virginia Beach Family Medical Center, 940 General Booth Boulevard, VB, VA 23451

Pediatric and well-baby visits Vaccinations Health nutrition, Education and Counseling

Sliding scale fees for uninsured, Internal Medicine, Family Practice, Diagnostics Laboratory services

STOP: Southeastern Tidewater Opportunity Project www.stopinc.org Or call (757) 858-1360

CDSS transportation Services Home Equity Conversion Mortgage CDBG Elderly/Disabled Home

Home Weatherization Initiative Community Housing Development Housing Counseling

Crisis Intervention Klean slate enterprises Learning Academy-Youth Empowered

Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore www.feedingamerica.org 800 Tidewater Dr. Norfolk Va. 23504 (757) 627-6599 or 1-877-487-4379

The Foodbank provides nutritious canned, boxed, fresh, frozen, and prepared food to over hundreds of

thousands of individuals annually. This food is recovered and secured from restaurants, supermarkets,

sportsmen, and through food and fund drives. You can find Churches with food pantries by address or

zip codes on their website.

Senior Resources guide (Mayor’s Commission on Aging) A large list of

Resources www.vbgov.com/government/departments/senior-resource-guidepdf A 14-page document, with

information from abuse and neglect and/or exploitation, adult day care assisted living, care

management, consumer protection, driving, financial services, homeless services, independent living,

medical equipment, utility assistance to voting to name just a few.

The Planning Council 5365 Robin Hood Rd., Suite 700, Norfolk VA., 23513 (757) 622-9268 The Planning Council has Homeless

prevention Program, Homeless management information continuum of care coordination, home visiting

intake. The homeless prevention program serves Chesapeake, Franklin, Norfolk, Portsmouth and Virginia

Beach, as well as the counties of Isle of Wright, and Southampton. This program is designed to prevent

individuals and families from becoming homeless. The emphasis is on prevention, intervening before the

eviction occurs and developing a plan for future stability. Applications for the Homeless Prevent

Program are by referral from the following agencies: Virginia Beach-Connection point-277-5932

Virginia Beach Town Center Blind Lions Club 1st Saturday Independence

Center 6300 Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk VA 23502 (757) 301-0555 Help with hearing screening, eyeglasses, youth camp, and community services. Fun, Fellowship, and

voluntary service are what the club is all about.

Thalia Lions Club 1st and 3rd Wednesday 6pm, Hilton Garden Inn, Town Center, 252 Town Center Drive,

Virginia Beach, VA.

Virginia Beach Central Lions Club, 3rd Tuesday, The Happy Buffett, 879 Lynnhaven Parkway, Virginia

Beach VA 23452 contact: pres@vbclions.org

Oceana-Lynnhaven-Golden Lions Club 4th Tuesday at 7pm, Gus and George Restaurant 4312 Virginia

Beach, VA

Hampton Veteran’s Medical Benefits Center Field Office 100 Emancipation Drive, Building 43 Room 114, Hampton, VA 23667 (757) 722-9961 ext.2940

Virginia Wounded Warrior Headquarters Region VA (757) 224-5208 1919 Commerce Drive suite 450, Hampton, VA 23666 toll free 1-877-825-1299 X2

The Church Guide www.thechurchguide.com The Church Guide has a list

of Churches throughout Hampton Roads by the city then by zip codes.

Endependence Center Inc. 6300 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk VA.

23502 (757)461-8007 (757)461-7527TTY 9:00am to 5:00 pm Endependence Center is a nonprofit organization that provides an array of independent living and

advocacy services to people with disabilities. They serve Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Franklin,

Suffolk, Virginia Beach, and Isle of Wright.

Rotary Club of Hampton Roads P.O. Box 66123, Virginia Beach VA 23466 Encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise. Virginia Beach Rotary Club has

raised tens of thousands of dollars to help create new educational opportunities for youth, distribute aid

to the disabled and homeless, provide food for the poor, improve outdoor and recreational living

environments, and support visual and preforming arts.

Virginia Beach Elks Lodge #2268 113 S. First Colonial Rd. # 134, Virginia

Beach, VA 23454 (757)425-6708 The Elks National Foundation provides more than $4 million in college scholarships each year through its

three scholarship programs. They also have the Hoops hoot programs for youths ages 8-13, Drug

awareness programs, Golf Tournaments, and the Elks Veterans Memorial.

Knight of Columbus 1236 Prosperity Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

(757)425-1705 Knight of Columbus began in 1882 as a society designed to provide much needed security for widows

and orphans of Catholic parishioners. They now feed the hungry and help shelter the homeless. They

also help senior citizens remain healthy and active. The Knights offer an opportunity for fellowship with

people who share the same beliefs, and who recognize the same duty to God, Family and the neighbor

down the street and across the sea.

Junior League of Norfolk-Virginia Beach 227 West Freemason Street

Norfolk VA 23510 (757) 623-7270 More than 190,000 members-reflecting a wide range of back grounds, interest, and professional

pursuits-work together to identify unmet needs, forge effective coalitions and work for change.

Legal Aid of Eastern Virginia Inc. www.valegalaid.org Chesapeake Bay

Office 291 Independence Blvd. Pembroke 4, Suite 532, Virginia Beach VA For free legal services apply by phone, at the office location, or on line please call 1-866-534-5243 from

8:45 am to 4:00pm The Legal Aid provides free legal services to low-income residents of Accomack,

Chesapeake, Gloucester, Hampton, James City, Mathews, Middlesex, Newport News, Norfolk,

Northampton, Portsmouth, Virginia Beach, Williamsburg, and Yorktown. They do not offer legal

assistance in criminal or traffic matters. The services offered:

Divorce/Protective orders Custody/Visitation/Child Support SSI Appeals Contracts and

Warranties Collections Public Benefits Denials Education Power of

Attorney/Wills

Colonial Council, Boy Scouts of America, 1032 Heatherwood Dr., Virginia

Beach VA 23455 (757) 497-2688 To develop character, citizenship and personal fitness in the youth of our community through fun,

education, and family oriented programs.

Girl Scouts Colonial Council 912 Cedar Road, Chesapeake VA 23322 Call

(757) 547-4405 On my honor, I Will Try to serve God and my country, to help people at all times, and live by the girl

scouts code.

Virginia Department of Veterans Services Virginia Beach Field Office Pembroke Office Park, 287 Independence Blvd, Pembroke 2 Suite 130, VB VA 23462 (757)552-1884 The Service Location also includes Naval Special Warfare Development Group and Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story.

FFSC Little Creek-Fort Story JEB Little Creek-Fort Story 1450 D Street

Virginia Beach, VA 23459-2444 (757) 462-7563 FFCSs of Hampton Roads provide FREE confidential, short-term individual, marital, couples and Child

Counseling. You can also call toll free 1-800-372-5463

FFSC Oceana/Dam Neck 1896 Laser Rd., Suite 120 Virginia Beach, VA 23460-2281 (757) 433-2912

USO of Hampton Roads JEB Little Creek, 1604 Amphibious Dr., Virginia Beach VA (757) 222-0472 The USO’s goal is to enhance the quality of life

of active duty military personnel and their families through family outreach, quality of life and wounded

warrior support.

Virginia Beach SPCA 3040 Holland Road, Virginia Beach VA 23453 (757) 427-0070 The SPCA has Adoptable animals, and a low cost medical clinic.

Virginia Beach Animal Control www.vbpdac@vbgov.com Lost and found animals call (757) 385-4444 #2, Care and Adoption located at 341 S. Birdneck Rd

Wave City Care www.wavecitycare.com 629 Wesley Dr. Suite 200 Virginia Beach VA 23452 (757)965-8494 Wave city care is committed to

assisting hurting individuals and families in Hampton Roads to meet their basic and immediate needs for

food, clothing, and shelter. They also have Educational Services, and Addiction Recovery programs and

Women’s Educational Classes.

Clothing Ministries 3900 Bonnie Rd Suite 114 VB VA 23452 (757)431-4523 Tues-Sat 9:30am to 11:30pm May only come 1 time per week Open Door Chapel 3177 Virginia Beach Blvd. VB VA 23513 (757)340-1441 www.opendoorchapel.org

People in Need (PIN Ministry) 545 S. Birdneck Rd Suite 101 VB VA 23451 (757)962-3567 Serves meals Sat 8pm, Provides clothing on

Sun. and hygiene items

Shelters in Virginia Beach Volunteers of America provides emergency shelter during winter month’s (October-April) call (757)437-

4911.

Community Alternatives Management Croup CAMG provides supportive housing for people who are

homeless or disabled. Many of these clients receive case management. (757)468-7000

Judeo-Christian Outreach Center JCOC provides shelter for qualified adults and families with children call (757)491-2846 Seton Youth Shelters provides 24-hour shelter for youth ages 9-18. This program serves runaway/homeless youth and youth in crisis. Call (757)498-4357; 3333. Samaritan House is for families and domestic violence families who are homeless. They provide short-term shelter and support services call (757)631-0710 or (757)430-2120 a 24-hour crisis hotline. Virginia Beach Community Development Corporation VBCDC provides emergency shelter for families who are homeless for up to 90 Days. Call (757)463-9516 Love and Caring Ministries provides emergency shelter to single women and children. Call (757)430-4101 Oxford Houses of Virginia provides support for recovery without relapse. Any recovering alcoholic or

drug addict can apply to get into any Oxford House. You can apply online at www.vaoxfordhouse.org or

call toll free 1-800-689-6411.

Church’s with Food Pantries (info from

www.foodbankonline.org/GetHelp) 23451: East Minister Presbyterian 3229 McDonald Rd (757)420-8133 Star of the Sea 414 Pacific Ave (757)428-8547 M-W-Fri 9:30am-11:30am The Potters House (VB UMC) 1709 Pacific Ave. (757)428-3014 Tuesday and Thursday 9am-11am 23452: Kempsville Presbyterian (KPC) 805 Kempsville Rd (757)495-1913 Mondays 3pm to 6pm Vineyard Community Church 4444 Expressway Dr VB VA 23452 (757)497-6909 call for appointment 23453: Piney Grove Baptist 2804 Holland Rd (757)427-6831 23454: Bayside Presbyterian 1400 Ewell Rd (757)460-1188 Eastern Shore Chapel 2020 Laskin Rd (757)428-6763 M,Thu 2pm-4pm; Wed 5:30pm-7pm 23455: Bayside Baptist 1920 Pleasure House Rd (757)460-2481 Bayside Church of Christ 5025 Shell Rd (757)460-4754 23456: Christian Chapel Assembly of God 2751 Salem Rd (757)427-9371 Court House Community United Methodist 2708 Princess Ann Rd (757)427-3272 23462: Holland Road Baptist 4881 Euclid Rd VB VA 23462 (757)497-6541 Tue 10am-12pm 23464: Hope Lutheran 5350 Providence RD (757)424-4848 2nd &4th Wed 6pm-7:30pm Sat 10am-11:30am Rock Church 640 Kempsville Rd Mon – Thu by apt. only (757)495-5200

HRBT Transportation www.gohrt.com (757)222-6100 for information Hampton Roads Bus service, The Tide light rail service, The Wave Trolley service, Paratransit

(handicapped) and The MAX connecting all Hampton Roads Cities.

Financial Services Consumer Financial Protection Bureau www.consumerfinance.gov (855)411-2372 Contact the CFPB to

file credit card or mortgage complaints.

Consumer Action www.consumer-action.org Features credit card surveys of interest rates, fees, and

other terms from dozens of credit cards as well as free brochures and guides on choosing and using

credit cards.

Free Credit Reports www.annualcreditreport.com (877)322-8228 provides free credit report one a year

from the three major credit-reporting agencies

Fair Isaac & Company (FICO) The info. In your credit report, is used to calculate your FICO score, a

number generally between 300 to 850. The acronym stands for Fair Isaac and Company. The higher your

score, the less risk you pose to creditors. Your FICO score is available for a fee. www.myfico.com

Equifax www.equifax.com 1-800-685-1111

Experian www.experian.com 1-888-397-3742

TransUnion www.transunion.com 1-800-916-8800

Prescription Assistance Helping Patients web-based www.helpingpatients.org

The medicine Program 1-573-996-3333 www.themedicineprogram.com

Partnership for prescription assistance web-based www.phrma.org

Pharmaceutical Research and Manufactures of America 1-202-385-3400 www.phrma.org

Rx Hope www.rxhope.com Assist healthcare apply for, obtain, and track request for no cost medications

for patients.

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Chesapeake

City of Chesapeake City Hall www.cityofchesapeake.net or call

(757)382-2489 Resident can find all city services and government information

Social Security Administration 5850 Lake Herbert Dr., 1st Floor, Norfolk

VA 23502 1-800-772-1213

Chesapeake Redevelopment and Housing Authority www.crhava.org List of Affordable Housing and Senior Community

Chesapeake Department of Social Services www.cityofchesapeake.net

100 Outlaw St, Chesapeake VA 23320 (757) 382-2000 Services include Adoption program, Adult protective services, Childcare and early development, Child

protective services, financial assistance, Food assistance, Foster care, Job work center.

Virginia Supportive Housing 2113 S. Military Highway Chesapeake VA (757)802-4688 Help for low-income families and the homeless

Senior Services of Southeastern VA Interstate Corporate Center 6350 Center Dr Building 5 Suite 101 Norfolk VA (757)461-9481

Chesapeake Integrated Behavior Healthcare (CIBH) 224 Great Bridge Boulevard, Chesapeake VA, 23320 (757) 547-9334 is the local provider of mental

health, substance abuse and intellectual disability services, including services for infants with

developmental delays. Services include individual and group therapy, anger management classes, and

case management.

Chesapeake Care Clinic 2145 S. Military Hwy., Chesapeake VA. 23320 (757) 545-5706 Medical, Dental, and Prescription

Chesapeake Resource Network www.groups.HamptonRoads.com/crn Resources for residents in need of food, clothing, financial assistance and more

City of Chesapeake Resource List www.crhava.org/resourcelist2012.pdf This 18-page document covers every resident need from city government, schools, senior care,

transportation and homelessness.

Foodbank of Southern Virginia www.feedingamerica.org (757) 627-

6599, address; 800 Tidewater Dr, Norfolk VA. 23504 The food bank provides nutritious canned, boxed, fresh, frozen, and prepared food to over hundreds of

thousands of individuals annually. These foods are recovered and secured from restaurants,

supermarkets, food distributors, the USDA, farmers, wholesalers, sportsmen, and through food and fund

drives. The web site has a search engine that can find churches that distributes food by address or zip

codes.

National Coalition for Homeless Veterans www.nchv.org

has a list of Shelter and homes by city

Hampton Veterans Medical Benefits Center Field Office 100 Emancipation Drive, Building 43 Room 114, Hampton, VA 23667 (757) 722-9961 ext. 2940

Southeastern Tidewater Opportunity Project S.T.O.P. www.stopinc.org (757) 858-1360 Serves: Chesapeake, Franklin, Norfolk, Suffolk, Virginia Beach, Isle of Wright, and

Southampton. CDSS transportation services, Home Equity Conversion Mortgage, CDBG Elderly/disabled

Home, Home weatherization initiative, Community housing development, Housing counseling, Crisis

intervention, Klean Slate enterprise, learning academy-youth empowered.

Access Partnership www.accesspartner.org Improving access to health

care SEVHS/Chesapeake Health Center 490 Liberty Street, Chesapeake,

VA 23324 (757) 228-1228 Medical accesses, CAC program, Dental Help, Oral Health, New and Events, Resources

Virginia Wounded Warrior Headquarters Region V (757) 224-5208

1919 Commerce Drive Suite 450, Hampton VA 23666 toll free 1-877-

285-1299 X2 Department of the Navy, Fleet and Family Support Centers

of Hampton Roads 7928 14th Street, Norfolk VA 23505-1219 FFSC Northwest NSA Hampton Roads Northwest Annex, 4504 Relay Rd. Building 374, Chesapeake, VA

23322-4102 (757) 421-8770 schedule a counseling appointment 1800-FSC-LINE (372-5463)

www.thechurchguide.com The Church Guide has list of Church

throughout Hampton Roads by the city then by zip codes. The Church Guide also has a large source of Christian resources, news and events, Christian schools, and

local entertainment.

Chesapeake Community Resource Network (757) 382-2424 Through partnership with local churches, business and concerned individuals, residents in need can

receive food, shelter, utilities, financial assistance.

Shining Light Homes www.shininglighthomes.org Shining Light connects single mothers to tools and local resources 1-877-977-5493

The Planning Council 5365 Robin Hood Rd., Suite 700, Norfolk VA 23513 (757) 622-9268

Serving the Cities of Chesapeake, Franklin, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach as well as the

counties of Isle of Wright and Southampton, this program is designed to prevent individuals and families

from becoming homeless. The emphasis is on prevention, intervening before the eviction occurs and

developing a plan for future stability. Applications for the homeless prevention program come by

referrals from the following agency: Chesapeake- Homeless hot line (757) 622-5920.

Opportunity Inc. Hampton Roads Workforce Development One-Stop Workforce Center 861 Glenrock Road Suite 100 Norfolk VA 23502 (757)461-7537 For Job Seekers there are three levels of services provided by one-stop workforce centers: First is Core Services, has basic assistance and self-directed services available to all job seekers. Second is Intensive Services offers one-on-one and small group assistance by a career developer. Third is a Training Services offer intensive services clients may be eligible to receive funding for

occupational skills training from an approved training provider or an employer while on –the-job.

Endependence Center Inc. 6300 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk VA 23502 (757)461-8007 (757)461-7527 TTY is a nonprofit organization that provides an array independent living and advocacy to people with disabilities. Serving Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Franklin, Suffolk, Virginia Beach, and Isle of Wright.

Shelters CAST Chesapeake Area Shelter Team/ Overnight Winter Shelter for Men, Women and Families

December through March.

Hadassah House Maternity Home (757)410-4327 HOPE Center Battered Women and Families (757)545-6049 Laura and John’s House Pregnant and Women with Children under 5 (757)485-0833 Our House Shelter Women and Children (757)543-8344 Salvation Army (757)543-8100 Samaritan House www.samaritanhouse.org (757)430-2120 Samaritan House is located throughout Hampton Roads, and is a safe haven for Domestic Violence.

Food and Meals (information from www.foodbankonline.org/gethelp) Food Bank (757)627-6599 Salvation Army (757)543-8100 Virginia Kids Eat Free, Inc. (757)652-9942 23320 Harvest Assembly of God (House of Blessing) (757)547-9341 501 D. Kempsville Rd Mon. 5pm to 7pm Greenbrier Presbyterian (757)547-8535 1100 Greenbrier Pkwy Mon, Tue, & Thu. 10am to 12:30 pm Mt Olive Bapt. 622 Fernwood Farm Rd (757)547-3313 Sunday 2pm, Wed. 12pm to 2pm 23321 Philadelphia Church of Christ Outreach 3940 Airline Blvd Ste 116-117 (757)405-0379 Tue 12:30pm 1:30pm Community Church Int. 1935 Joliffe Rd (757)405-6000 Tue-Thu 3pm to 5pm 23322 Solid Rock outreach Ministry 245 Indian Creek Rd (757)421-2795 Tue-Thu 9:30am to 12pm Heritage Community 513 Johnstown Rd (757)547-4329 3rd Tue of month 9am to 11am and by apt. 23323 Deep Creek UMC 141 George Washington Hwy (575)487-1698 Thu 9:15am to 10:45am referral by Food Bank or Social Services Divine Baptist 2917 Old Gallberry Rd (757)487-0105 every other Mon 9am to 12 noon 23324 First Baptist of West Munden 1541 Lyons Ave (757)545-5889 Wed, Thu, Fri 11am to 12noon Chesapeake Ave UMC 1200 Chesapeake Ave (757)545-7481 Tuesday 2pm to 3pm S. Norfolk Baptist 1101 Chesapeake Ave (757)545-4505 Pantry Mon 10am to 11:30am Soup Kitchen Thu. 6pm to 8pm St Paul’s UMC 437 W. Providence Rd (757)420-6276 Mon, Tue, Thu, 11:30am to 12:30 pm Wed. 5:30-7pm

23325 Oaklette UMC 520 Oaklette Dr (757)545-7434 Mon & Thu 10am to 12pm w/ID Grace Lutheran 521 Providence Rd (757)420-4704 Mon 9am to 12:45pm

The Lions Club Lions Club of Great Bridge meets on the 4th Tuesday at 6:30 pm, at Traditions at Chesapeake Golf Club,

1210 Club House Dr, Chesapeake VA 23322

Lions Club of Cradock meets at Lillian’s Seafood Restaurant on the 3rd Monday at 7pm at 1312 George

Washington Parkway Chesapeake VA

Southside Lion Club meets at Greenbrier Country Club meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays 1301 Volvo

Parkway, Chesapeake VA

Great Bridge Lions Club meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 6:60 pm, at Traditions inside the

Chesapeake Country Golf Club, 1201 Clubhouse Road, Chesapeake VA

Western Branch Lions Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday at 6:30 pm inside the Buffett City Restaurant 4300

Portsmouth Blvd. #118 Chesapeake Center Mall Shopping Center Chesapeake VA

Rotary Club Great Bridge Rotary Club meets at 7:30 pm inside the Traditions Restaurant at the Chesapeake Golf Club

1201 Club House Rd, Chesapeake VA 23322 info@greatbridgerotaryclub.org Community Service,

Vocational and Youth services, as well as fellowship.

Elks Club Lodge Portsmouth-Chesapeake No. 82 2541 Gum Road, Chesapeake, VA 23321-1511 (757) 488-5800 office.

The Benevolent and Protective order of Elks believe in Charity, Justice, Brotherly love, and Fidelity as

well as God. They serve the people and community through benevolent programs such as food drives,

serving food to the homeless, community days, scholarships for graduating seniors, Vet services and

youth programs demonstrating Elks Car and Elks Share.

Knight of Columbus The Knight’s began in 1882 as a society designed to provide much needed security for widows and orphans of Catholic parishioners. They now feed the hungry and help shelter the homeless. They also help senior citizens remain healthy and active. The knights offer an opportunity for fellowship with people who share the same beliefs, and recognize the same duty to God, family and the neighbor down the street and across the sea. Knight of Columbus 1236 Prosperity Road Virginia Beach VA 23451 (757) 425-1705

Knight of Columbus 4646 Princess Ann Road #100 Virginia Beach VA 23462 (757) 309-4092

Tidewater Council of the Boy Scouts of America 1032 Heather wood Dr. VB VA 23455 (757) 497-2688 Call to find a troop near you

Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast 912 Cedar Rd. Chesapeake VA 23322 (757)547-4405 Call to find a troop near you

YMCA of South Hampton Roads 633 S Battlefield Blvd. (757)546-9622 4626 Taylor Rd. (757)638-9622 2100 Old Greenbrier Rd (757)366-9622

YWCA of South Hampton Roads www.ywca-shr.org (757)625-4248 YWCA offers comprehensive support services for women affected by domestic violence or sexual

assault through our Women’s Services Programs. These programs include emergency shelter and

housing, outreach and education, sexual assault support and counseling. Youth Services provides

subsidized before and after school childcare, summer programs, job skills training and enrichment

programs focusing on social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of children and youth.

Racial Justice and Advocacy component, The YWCA works to initiate social action and advocacy

activities to eradicate racism and improve socio-economic conditions for all people.

Financial Services Free Credit Reports www.annualcreditreport.com (877)322-8228

Provides free credit reports once a year from the three major credit-reporting agencies, Equifax,

Experian, and TransUnion.

Equifax www.equifax.com 1-800-685-1111

Experian www.experian.com 1-888-397-3742

TransUnion www.transunion.com 1-800-916-8800

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau www.consumerfinance.gov 1-855-411-2372 Contact the CFPB to file credit card and mortgage complaints. Consumer Action www.consumer-action.org Features credit card surveys of interest rates, fees, and other terms from dozens of credit cards as well as free brochures and guides on choosing and using credit cards

Fair Isaac & Company (FICO) The information in your credit report is used to calculate your FICO score, a number generally between 300 to 850. The acronym stands for Fair Isaac and Company. The higher your score, the less risk you pose to creditors. Your FICO score is available for a fee www.myfico.com

Transportation HRT Hampton Roads Transportation www.gohrt.com (757)222-6100 HRT offers Bus, Light Rail, Elizabeth River Ferry (1800-700-7433), TRAFFIX (Transportation Alternatives), The Max (Metro Area Express, connecting all cities), Paratransit (222-6087 or 877-232-7433), VB Wave, and Peninsula Commuter Service.

Prescription Assistance Helping Patients web-based info www.helpingpatients.org The Medicine program 1-573-996-3333 www.themedicineprogram.com Partnership for Prescription Assistance web-based info www.pparx.org Pharmaceutical Research and Manufactures of America 1-202-385-3400 www.phrma.org RxHope web-based info Assist healthcare providers apply, obtain, and track request for no cost medications for patients. www.rxhope.com

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Norfolk

City of Norfolk VA www.norfolk.gov 810 Union Street, Norfolk VA 23510 (757) 664-6510 Residents can find all city services and government information.

Social Security Administration 5850 Lake Herbert Drive 1st floor, Norfolk

VA 23502 1-800-772-1213

Community Service Board Onley Road intake-Adults 224 W. Olney Road,

Norfolk, VA 23505 (757) 823-1600 Community Service Board provides a wide array of comprehensive services for adults.

Community Service Board Child and Adolescent (757) 823 1517 Community Service Board provides wide array of comprehensive mental health services to children and adolescents up to age 21.

Infant and Toddler Connection of Norfolk through Community Services Board Early intervention supports and services to eligible, developmentally delayed children from birth to 2 years old.

Prevention Services of Community Services Board Mental health professionals speakers, in-service training, education, presentations and outreach to the

community at large on issues pertaining to mental health, substance abuse, violence, parenting skills,

social skills and other pertinent topics.

AARP 601 E Street, NW Washington DC 20049 1-888-687-2277

City of Norfolk Human Services 741 Monticello Ave. Norfolk VA 23510 (757) 664-6000 has Auxiliary Grants, Burial Expenses, Child Care, Emergency Assistance, TANF, FAMIS,

SNAP, Medicaid, and Refugee Resettlement Program.

HRT Hampton Roads Transportation www.gohrt.com (757)222-6100 The web site has information on Bus routes, The Light Rail, Elizabeth River Ferry (1-800-700-7433),

TRAFFIX (offers alternative transportation and works with large employers on share rides), The MAX

(connects the South Side and the Peninsula cities with bus routes), Paratransit (has transportation for

the disabled and the elderly 757-222-6087 or 1-877-232-7433), VB Wave, and the peninsula commuter

service.

Norfolk SPCA 916 Ballantine Blvd, Norfolk VA 23504 (757) 622-3319

www.norfolkspca.com SPCA focus our efforts on finding our animals friends the forever home they deserve. And providing

affordable medical care through our veterinary clinic offering, spay/neuter, vaccines, dentistry, and a

broad range of health services

Norfolk Animal Care Center, 5585 Sabre Road, Norfolk VA 23502 (757)

441-5505 www.norfolkgov.com Focus our efforts solely on our local animals in need. Animals will never be turned away regardless of

species, age, or temperament.

Opportunity Incorporated OppInc One-Stop Workforce Center Circle East Office Building, 861 Glenrock Rd. Suite 100, Norfolk VA (757)461-7537 They are responsible for developing workforce policy and administering workforce development. Some of the programs and services offered are first for job seekers, there are three levels, first is Core Services basic assistance and self-directed services available to all seekers. Second service is Intensive Services one-on-one and small group assistance provided by a career developer. Third service is Training Services offers intensive services clients may be eligible to receive funding for occupational skills training from approved training provider or an employer while on-the-job. They also have help for laid off employees and Veterans services.

Hope House Foundation 801 Boush St #302, Norfolk VA 23510 (757)

625-6161 Manages 14 group home for Intellectually Disabled adults and a thrift store in Norfolk

Endependence Center Inc. 6300 E. Virginia Beach Blvd Norfolk VA 23502

(757)461-8007 (757)461-7527 TTY is a nonprofit organization that provides an array of independent living and advocacy services to people with disabilities. Endependence center serves Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Franklin, Suffolk, Virginia Beach, and Isle of Wright.

USO of Hampton Roads JEB Little Creek, 1604 Amphibious Dr., Virginia Beach VA (757)222-0472, The USO’s goal is to enhance the quality of life

of active duty military personnel and their families through family outreach, quality of life and wounded

warrior support.

Virginia Wounded Warrior Headquarters Region (757)224-5208 1919 Commerce Drive Suite 450, Hampton VA 23666 call toll free 1-877-825-1299X2

Navy Fleet and Family Support Centers of Hampton Roads

7928 14th Street, Norfolk VA. 23505-1219 FFSC Norfolk (757) 444-2102 to schedule a counseling appointment 1-800-372-5463

National Coalition for Homeless Veterans. For Veterans in crisis Dial

1-877-4424-3838 for 24/7 assistance

The Planning Council, 5365 Robin Hood Rd Suite 100., Norfolk VA 23513 www.theplanningcouncil.org Applications for the homeless program are done by referral from Norfolk

homeless hot line (622-5920)Serving the cities of Chesapeake, Franklin, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk,

and Virginia Beach as well as the counties of Isle of Wright and Southampton. This program is designed

to prevent individuals and families from becoming homeless. The emphasis is on prevention, intervening

before the eviction occurs and developing a plan for the future stability. The Planning Council sponsors

Child and Adult Care food Program in Family Daycare Homes Maryland, DC and parts of Virginia. CACFP

is part of the National School Lunch Act, which offers infants, pre-school and school age children healthy

meals and snacks. Qualified licensed or other regulated providers who participate in the program

receive: reimbursement of nutritious meals served to children, training in nutrition and childcare,

technical assistance, information and resources, master menu, helpful hints. Call (757) 627-3993

ACCESS PARTNERSHIP’S www.acesspartners.org Focus is to strengthen the health care safety net system of care in our communities by expanding

existing programs, implementing new services for identified gaps in primary care and chronic illness

prevention and coordinating care for medical indigent families.

Norfolk/Park Place, 3415 Granby Street, Norfolk VA 23509 (757) 393-6363 Mon.-Friday 8am-5pm

HRCHC/Young Terrace, 804 Whitaker Ln, Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 393-6363 Mon-Friday 8am-5pm

HRCHC/Ocean View, 9581 Shore Dr, Norfolk VA 23518 (757)393-6363 Mon- Friday 8am-5pm

The Church Guide of Hampton Roads www.thechurchguide.com The church guide has a list of all church, first by the city, then by the zip codes. The church guide also has

Christian resources, news and events, Christian schools and local entertainment.

Jewish Family Services of Tidewater, Inc. 260 Grayson Rd. Virginia Beach

VA 23462 (757)469-4640 Jewish family services provide a full spectrum of health and social services to meet the needs of families

and individuals in Hampton Roads.

The Up Center 150 Boush Street Suite 800, Norfolk VA 23510 (757) 622-7017 is a family service center that helps families with foster Care and Adoption, and Youth

counseling. To help strengthen families they have family and child counseling, also mediation and

visitation. For people in crisis they have mental health, job training, a food pantry, housing counseling

with financial counseling. For those with disabilities they have summer camp, day support, sponsored

family homes and financial management.

S.T.O.P. Southeastern Opportunity Project 2551 Almeda Ave., Norfolk VA.

23513 (757) 858-1360 www.stopinc.org Stop serves all of South Hampton Roads. Their programs are CDSS transportation services, HUD housing

counseling, CDBG elderly/disabled maintenance initiative, home weatherization initiative, crisis

intervention initiative, klean slate enterprises (ex-offenders), medical training solutions, learning

academy-youth empowered, project discovery initiative, family investment center, Virginia individual

development accounts VIDA, VITA (income taxes).

Virginia Supportive Housing 435 W. 35th St Norfolk VA (757)663-7632 Housing for Homeless and Low income

Salvation Army Hampton Roads Area Command 5525 Raby Road, Norfolk VA 23502 (757)543-8100 www.salarmyhrva.org

Services offered are Disaster Services Emergency Financial Assistance Emergency Shelter

Food and Nutrition Seasonal Services Transitional Housing Worship Services-Church

Ghent Area Ministry 1310 Colonial Ave. Suite 2 Norfolk VA (757)622-0438 www.gamnorfolk.org

Mon-Fri 9am -3pm G.A.M. offers Clothing, Food, Bag Lunches, Financial Assistance for Rent, Utilities, Transportation, and Prescriptions.

Old Dominion University Speech and Hearing Clinic, Tidewater Scottish

Rite Childhood Speech and Language Center (757) 683-4117 This clinic provides diagnostic and therapy services for adults and children with speech, language, and

hearing disorders. Services are articulation, aural habilitation and rehabilitation, accent modification,

language, including pragmatics, aphasia voice, fluency/stuttering, phonological disorders, language-

based reading deficits.

Norfolk Legal Aid 125 St. Pauls Blvd. Suite 400, Norfolk VA

www.valegalaid.org (757)627-5423 The Legal Aid Society provides free legal services to low-income residents of Accomack,

Chesapeake, Gloucester, Hampton, James City, Mathews, Middlesex, Newport News, Norfolk,

Northampton, Portsmouth, Virginia Beach, Williamsburg and Yorktown. They do not offer legal

assistance in criminal or traffic matters. For free legal services, you need to apply over the phone, on

line, or in person

The services offered are: Divorce/Protective orders, Custody/Visitation/Child Support

SSI Appeals Contracts and Warranties Collections Public Benefit Denials

Education Power of Attorney/Wills

Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia Ombudsman Program Interstate Corporate Center, 6350 Center Dr. Building 5 Suite 101 Norfolk VA 23502 (757)461-9481

Prime Plus 7300 Newport Ave Suite 100 Norfolk VA 23505 (757)625-5857 Dedicated to enhancing the quality of life

for age 50+ providing programs to support intellectual, physical, recreational, emotional, social needs,

and support aging-in-place at home. www.primeplus.org

YWCA of South Hampton Roads www.ywca-shr.org (757)625-4248 YWCA offers comprehensive support services for females affected by domestic violence or sexual

assault through our Women’s Services programs. These programs include emergency shelter and

housing, outreach and education, sexual assault support and counseling. Youth services provides

subsidized before and after school child care, summer programs, job skills training and enrichment

programs focusing on social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of children and youth.

Racial Justice and Advocacy component, the YWCA works to initiate social action and advocacy activities

to eradicate racism and improve socio-economic conditions for all people. Our racial justice and

advocacy initiatives support public policies that contribute to the elimination of racism, and promote

women’s health, safety, self-sufficiency and economic empowerment.

Catholic Charities of Eastern VA www.cceva.org 5361-A Virginia Beach Blvd Virginia Beach VA 23462 (757)456-2366 Financial Service line (757)533-9569

Catholic Charities is a multi-service agency providing Clinical Counseling, Pregnancy/new Parent

counseling, Adoption Services, Family Life Education, Financial and Housing counseling, and senior

services.

Shelters for the homeless Norfolk Emergency Shelter Team NEST is a coalition of churches that provide overnight shelter on a rotating basis. Nov.-April (757)625-6763, (757)226-9922, 1-866-750-4431 Homeless Action and Response Team HART serves as a single point of contact for families and individuals in Norfolk who are seeking limited time services. 1-866-750-4431 Union Mission Ministries 5100 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk VA 23502 (757)627-8686 Union Mission offers services of shelter for single men, single women, and families, care and feeding, rehabilitation and job skills, training for jobs, and Camp Hope Haven for children. For Kids Inc. 4200 Colley Ave Suite A Norfolk VA (757)587-4202 For kids is working to break the cycle of homelessness and poverty for families and children. Their services are housing, skills, stabilize employment, and reduce debt, education, children mentoring, and coaching, tutoring and clinical services. Barrett Transitional Home is a shelter for woman. Must be referred by H.A.R.T.1-866-750-4431 The Dwelling Place (757)624-9879 for adults with children Haven House (757)587-4202 for adult with children Salvation Army Shelters (757)543-8100 for single men single women and families St Columbia Ecumenical Ministries 2114 Lafayette Blvd (757)627-6748 Day Center 9-1:30 Showers, Sandwiches, Coffee and other snacks. Next Step Transitional Housing, stay for 6 months for single, homeless, adult males & females.

Clothes Closet Colonial Heights Church of Christ 833 Marvin Ave 23518 Episcopal Church of the Advent 9629 Norfolk Ave. 23503 (757)587-0125 Mon –thru 10am to 12noon and 3rd Thu 6pm to 7:30 Ghent Area Ministry 1310 Colonial Ave Suite 2 Norfolk VA 23507 (757)622-0438 Mon to Thru 9am to 3pm St. Columbia Center 2114 Lafayette Blvd Norfolk VA 23509 (757)627-6748 Mon 9am

The Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia 800 Tidewater Drive, Norfolk VA

23504 (757) 627-6599 Distribution on Fri. 9am to 11am

Homeless Food Distribution Catholic Workers Hospitality House (757)423-5420 Soup Kitchen Tue, Thu, & Sa 17th St. and Monticello

Ave starting at 7am

Churches with Food Pantries

(Info from www.foodbankonline.org/GetHelp) 23502: Only serves their zip codes Calvary Revival Church 1051 Kempsville Rd 23502 (757)321-7743 Fri 9:30 to 12:30 pm Virginia Heights Baptist, 1251 Kempsville Rd (757)461-5107 Tue. 9:30am to 12 noon call first St Timothy Lutheran 1051 Kempsville Rd (757)461-3931 Thu 11am to 2pm Norfolk Seventh Day Adventist 1069 Kempsville Rd (757)461-6049 2nd 3rd & 4th Wed. 12pm to 3pm Union Mission 5100 VB Blvd (757)627-8686 X414 Call First 23503 Holy Trinity Catholic, 154 W. Government Ave (757)480-3433 Mon thru Thurs. 1pm to 3pm Ocean View Baptist, 9504 Selby Place (757)583-1808 Wed. and Fri 9am to 11am Episcopal Church of Advent 9629 Norfolk Ave. (757)587-0125 Mon-Thu. 10am to 12pm and 3rd Thru. of the month 6pm to 7:30pm 23504: Mt Olive Baptist 2401 Ludlow St 23504 (757)627-0935 Mon 10am to 12pm Grace Episcopal 1400 E. Brambleton 23504 (757)625-2868 Wed 11am to 2pm Bethlehem Missionary 1502 Link St 23504 (757)623-1575 2nd Tue of month 12 pm to 1pm St Mary’s Basilica Catholic 232 Chapel St (757)622-4487 Mon, Wed Thu 10am to 12 pm Soup Kitchen Mon, Wed, Thru, Fri 12:30 to 2:30 23505: Mt. Pleasant Baptist 7720 My Pleasant Ave (757)423-8463 Thu. 12:30am to 1:30pm Episcopal Church of Ascension 405 Talbot Hall Rd (757)423-6715 Tues, Wed, Thu. starting at 9am until 15 Families are served or 11am with referral from The Food Bank or Social Services. Zion Grace UMC 1440 W. Little Ck. Rd. 23505 (757)423-2118 Tues. 10-am to 12pm, Thu. 6:00pm to 7pm, Sat. 11:00am to 12 noon Holy Trinity Catholic 154 W. Government Ave (757)480-3433 Mon – Thu 1pm to 3pm 23507: Christ and St. Luke’s Episcopal 560 W. Olney Rd. (757)627-5665 Thu. 11am soup kitchen & food pantry Ghent Area Ministry 1301 Colonial Ave. (757)622-0438 call first St Marks 1513 Colonial Ave (757)627-3971 3rd Sat of month soup kitchen Tues. 11:30 to 1pm 23518: The Store House Ministry 3909 Pleasant Ave (757)362-8015 Wed. 11:30am to 1:00pm Ocean View Baptist 9504 Selby Pl (757)583-1808 Wed. & Fri 9am to 11am 23508: Larchmont U.M.C. 1101 Jamestown Cres. (757)489-8168 Mon-Thu. 9:30 to 12pm call first First Baptist Church of Lamberts Pt 1268 W. 38th St (757)489-7890 soup kitchen Sun 3pm to 5pm 23509:

Temple of Prayer 3256 Tidewater Dr. (757)623-8219 Thursday 7:30pm St. Columbia 2114 Lafayette Blvd (757)627-6748 Mon –Thu 9:39 to 2pm referral by Soc. Serv. or food bank with ID 23510: Queen Street Baptist 413 E. Brambleton Ave (757)622-4458 1pm to 2pm soup kitchen Tue 12- 1pm St John’s AME 545 E. Bute St (757)625-2713 Wed 10:30 am to 12 noon 23513: Bank Street Baptist 7036 Chesapeake Blvd (757)857-7513 Wed. 12 noon to 2pm Mt. Gilead Baptist 1057 Kennedy St (757)853-3721 3rd Sat. of month soup kitchen Tues. 11:30 to 1pm 23518: Colonial Heights Church of Christ 833 Marvin Ave 2nd sat of the month 9am to 11am also clothes closet Ocean View Baptist 9504 Selby Pl (757)583-1808 Wed & Fri 9am to 11am Calvin Presbyterian 2901 Little Ck. Rd. (757)587-1591 Mon, Wed, Fri 12pm to 2pm Holy Trinity Catholic 154 W. Government Ave (757)480-3433 Mon – Thu 1pm to 3pm 23523: Zion Light Church 1035 Ave. G (757)853-5191 Wed. 10am to 11:30am Antioch Missionary Baptist 525 Dinwiddie St (757)543-1980 2nd,, 3rd, 4th, 5th, Wed. 10am to 12pm by apt.

Help with Prescriptions Helping Patients Web-Based info www.helpingpatients.org (seems complicated) The Medicine Program 1-573-996-3333 www.themedicineprogram.com (this look easy and secure) Partnership for Prescription Assistance www.pparx.org free or nearly free prescriptions Social Security Extra help with Medicare Drug plan cost 1-800-MEDICARE or www.medicare.gov The Pharmacy Connection 757-875-0060 or www.vhcf.org/medication/index.php Virginia Health Foundation RxHope web-based information www.rxhope.com For Health Care Providers to apply for, obtain and track request for no cost medication for patients. Tell your provider.

Elks Club of Norfolk Lodge #38 www.norfolkelks38.org B.P.O.E. Lodge#38, 1231 Typo Ave., Norfolk VA 23502-2323, the Benevolent and Protective order of Elks

believes in Charity, Justice, Brotherly love, and Fidelity as well as God. They promote the welfare and

happiness of members, the spirit of American Patriotism. They serve the people and community through

benevolent programs, demonstrating Elks Care and Elks Share!

Rotary Club of Norfolk www.rotaryclubnorfolk.org 414 Bute St., Norfolk

VA 23510 (757) 622-7971 They meet Thursday’s at 12:15 pm Scope arena meeting room 201 East Brambleton Ave. Norfolk VA

23510. The Rotary club’s goal is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy

enterprise. Some of the services are Tiel student exchange, the Food Bank of southeastern Virginia,

Grants to area nonprofit, Career Day for area public high school students, and the Rotary Smiles

dentures to low income residents.

American Legion Tidewater Post 327705 Lesner Ave., Norfolk VA 23518

American Legion 903 Wilson Rd. Norfolk VA (757) 545-9221 The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans

organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. The American legion is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit

organization with great political influence. Some of their programs are American Legion Baseball,

Operation Comfort Warriors, and financial support for families. In addition, they provide college

scholarship opportunities.

Knights of Columbus Council 3548, 211 West Government Ave. Norfolk,

VA 23503 (757) 587-3548

Knights of Columbus Council 367, 5201 Kennebeck Ave. Norfolk, VA

23513 (757) 857-6982 Knights of Columbus began in 1882 as a society designed to provide much needed security for widows

and orphans of Catholic parishioners. They feed the hungry and help shelter the homeless. They also

help senior citizens remain healthy and active. The Knights offer an opportunity for fellowship with

people who share the same beliefs, and who recognize the same duty to God, family and the neighbor

down the street and across the sea.

Loins Club of Norfolk Host 1502 Eleanor Court, Norfolk VA 23508 (757)

423-3582 meets at Mom & Pop’s Restaurant 331 E. Bayview Ave. Norfolk

VA 23503 on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month Norfolk Host Lions club provides financial assistance for the purchase of eyeglasses for the needy; works

with the deaf in acquiring hearing aids; eye care information; sponsors glaucoma screening and pre-

school vision screening. You can call (757) 440-5080

Norfolk Ocean View Lions Club Contact the President Rudy;

rueonamo@cox.net meets at Mom & Pop family Restaurant on the 1st

and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 12:30 pm. The restaurant is

located at 331 E. Bayview Ave. Norfolk VA 23503 Lions Club foremost mission is to help local people with sight and hearing problems. We help people

who do not have financial means to have their eyes examined or hearing checked and we help people

with getting eyeglasses and hearing aids. In addition, we support Youth camp, Diabetes prevention &

treatment, Diabetes Camp, Youth Outreach, Leader Dogs, Tidewater Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts, Little

League Challengers, Mary Calotte Elementary School and more…

Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, Norfolk Lodge No 1, 7001 Granby

Street, Norfolk VA 23505 (757) 233-9750 The Mason’s believe in Brotherly love, relief (relieve others stress) Truth, Faith, Hope, Charity,

Tolerance, Temperance, Fortitude and Justice. Some of their charity work is blood drives, children’s ID

program, Masonic relief fund, and scholarship programs.

Colonial Council, Boy Scouts of America 1032 Heatherwood Dr. VB, VA

23455, (757) 497-2688 Boy Scouts Oath is: On my honor, I will do my best, to do my duty, to God and my Country, and to obey

the scout law, to help other people at all times, to keep myself physical strong, mentally awake, and

morally straight.

Girl Scout Council of Colonial Coast 912 Cedar Road, Chesapeake VA

23322, (757) 547-4405 Girl Scouts Oath is: On my honor, I will try: to serve God and my country, to help people at all times, and

to live by the Girl Scout law.

Financial Services Free Credit Reports www.annualcreditreport.com (877)322-8228 Free report once a year Equifax www.equifax.com 1-800-685-1111 Experian www.experian.com 1-888-397-3742 TransUnion www.transunion.com 1-800-916-8800 Consumer Financial Protection Bureau www.consumerfinance.gov 1-855-411-2372 Contact the CFB to file credit card mortgage complaints. Consumer Action www.consumer-action.org Features credit card surveys of interest rates, fees, and other terms from dozens of credit cards as well as free brochures and guides on choosing and using credit cards. Fair Isaac & Company (FICO) The information in your credit report is used to calculate your FICO score, a number generally between300 to 850. The higher your score, the less risk you pose to creditors. Your FICO score is available for a fee at www.myfico.com

Transportation H.R.T. Hampton Roads Transportation www.gohrt.com (757)-222-6100 HRT offers Bus, Light Rail,

Elizabeth River Ferry 1-800-700-7433, TRAFFIX (transportation alternatives), The MAX (Metro Area

eXpress, connecting all cities), Paratransit (222-6087 or 877-232-7433), VB WAVE, and Peninsula

Commuter Service information.

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City of Portsmouth Municipal Center 801 Crawford Street, Portsmouth

VA 23704 (757) 393-8000 www.portsmouthva.gov

Portsmouth Social Services Department 1701 High Street Suite 101,

Portsmouth, VA 23704 (757) 405-1800 Adult and family services SNAP TANF Child Care Health Care (Medicare D, Disabled, and

Aged) Energy Assistance (Fuel Crisis or Cooling)

Portsmouth Redevelopment and Housing Authority 3116 South St.,

Portsmouth VA 23707 Programs and Services are as fallows; Family self-sufficiency program, scholarship programs,

housekeeping program, food bank program, community services and self-sufficiency program, girl

scouts , health education, youth life skills, fresh start, national fire prevention, community police.

Services are resident council organization, and resident advisory board.

Social Security Administration 3305 Airline Blvd., Portsmouth VA 23701 (757) 465-4896

MAPP/Medication Access Program for Portsmouth (757)405-1800 MAPP provides generic medications for people without insurance. This is emergency assistance not on

going.

Wesley Community Services Center Inc. (757)399-0541 442 Jamestown Ave. Portsmouth VA 23704 Wesley Center provides a variety of services to disadvantage families. Services include after school, summer enrichment, and emergency assistance, meals on wheels, senior nutrition, notary services and health screening.

Oasis Social Ministry 800 Williamsburg Ave., Portsmouth VA 23704

(757) 397-6060 Mon thru Friday 8:00am to 3:00 pm Oasis Social Ministry is a private, non-profit, charitable corporation. Their mission is to provide

comprehensive services to the homeless and the less fortunate in Portsmouth, Western Chesapeake and

Northern Suffolk. They also have a Thrift Store. Hours are from 8:00am to 3:00pm.

Oasis Self Sufficiency Center OOC, 3603 County St Portsmouth VA 23704 (757)398-1970

Virginia Supportive Housing 1600 South St. Portsmouth VA 23704 (757)393-3077 Help for low income families. And for the homeless.

Portsmouth Humane Society 4022 Seaboard Ct, Portsmouth VA (757)397-6004 Hours Mon.12pm-5pm, Tues closed, Wed. &Thur. 12pm-7pm, Fri & Sat. 12pm-5pm, and Sun 12pm-4pm.

OppInc One Stop Workforce Center 861 Glenn Rock Road suite 100

Circle East Office Building Norfolk VA 23502 www.opp-inc.org (757)

461-7537 For Job Seekers there are three levels of service provided by Opps Inc.: the first is Core Services for basic assistance and self- directed services to all job seekers. Second level is Intensive services is one-on-one and small group assistance provided by a Career Developer. Third is Training services, which is intensive service for clients may be eligible to receive funding for occupational skills training from an OPPInc approved training provider or an employer while on the job. In addition, help for Veterans.

The Church Guide of Hampton Roads www.thechurchguide.com The church guide has a list of all churches, first by the city, then by zip codes. The Church Guide has

Christian resources, news, and events, Christian schools, and local entertainment.

PARC Portsmouth Area Resource Coalition, Inc., P.O. Box 1183,

Portsmouth VA 23705-1183 (757) 397-5208 www.parcinc.org PARC provides vital services to the community to prevent homelessness for at-risk families, providing

shelter and supportive services to get families back in their own homes, helping families take

responsible steps towards self-sufficiency. They opened a new shelter in 2014.

24 hour Crisis Hotline (757)622-1126 24 hour hotline for intervention and suicide prevention services

The Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia 800 Tidewater Drive, Norfolk VA

23504 (757) 627-6599 Service Area includes the cities of Norfolk,

Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Franklin and Virginia Beach.

Salvation Army 2306 Airline Blvd., Portsmouth VA 23701

(757) 393-2519 www.salvationarmyusa.org Some of Salvation Army services are; Transitional housing, men’s shelter, heating and cooling, rent or

mortgage, water assistance emergency/disaster response, addiction dependency, social work, children

summer camp.

Family Resource Center 825 Crawford Pkwy., Portsmouth VA 23707 (757) 393-0137 Family resource has online resources. Provides information and resources needed for

self-sufficiency, support and recreation, and community involvement.

Community Services Resource Guide put together by Portsmouth Health

Department is an 80-page guide for Portsmouth residents. This guide

has great resources. www.vdh.virginia.gov/ind/portsmouth/documents/communityservicesresourceguide.pdf

Senior Services of Southeastern VA Interstate Corporate Center, 6350 Center Dr Building 5 Suite 101 Norfolk VA 23502 (757)461-9481

STOP Southeastern Tidewater Project of Hampton Roads 2552 Almeda

Avenue Norfolk, VA 23513 www.stopinc.org (757) 858-1360 Stop operates in the Virginia Planning District#23 serving the cities of Chesapeake, Franklin, Norfolk,

Portsmouth, Suffolk, and Virginia Beach. Along with the counties of Isle of Wright and Southampton Va.,

Stop’s services is transportation services, elderly/disabled home, Crisis intervention initiative,

Employment training, Home weatherization initiative, Housing counseling, Project Discovery are some of

their services.

Endependence Center Inc. 6300 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk VA 23502 (757)461-8007 (757)461-7527 TTY is a nonprofit organization that provides an array independent and advocacy services to people with disabilities. Serving; Chesapeake, Norfolk Portsmouth, Franklin, Suffolk, Virginia Beach, and Isle of Wright.

Shelters HER Shelter, Victims of Violence and their children call (757)485-3384 PARC Family Shelter (757)393-4246 Portsmouth Volunteers for the Homeless (winter) (757)399-0200 Salvation Army (757)393-2519 Victory Home 4810 Portsmouth Blvd. (757)487-2633

Food Pantry’s 23701

Pinecrest Baptist 209 Felton Road Portsmouth VA 23701 (757)488-2191

23702

Cradock Baptist Church 96 Afton Parkway Portsmouth VA 23702 (757)485-3500

23703

Centenary United Methodist 3312 Cedar Lane Portsmouth VA (757)484-5051 via PARC

23704 First Presbyterian 515 Court Street Portsmouth VA 23704 (757)397-3622

23707 Broad Street United Methodist 300 Broad Street Portsmouth VA (757)397-6314

FFSC Portsmouth Naval Medical Center 620 John Paul Jones Circle,

Portsmouth Va. 23708 (757) 953-7801 Whether military families are feeling stressed, coping with a loss, or want to improve their personal

relationship with communication skills, Fleet & Family Support Center (FFSC) can help with our solution-

focused counseling. FFSC’s of Hampton Roads provide FREE confidential, short-term individual, marital,

couples and child counseling. To make a counseling appointment, call 1-800-372-5463

Virginia Department of Veteran Services Portsmouth Field Office 620 John Paul Circle Building 3, 7th Floor Portsmouth VA 23708 (757)953-6205 8am-4:30pm Mon-Fri

Legal Aid Society of Virginia 125 St. Paul’s Blvd, Suite 400, Norfolk VA WWW.valegalaid.org (757) 627-5423 Legal Aid Does not offer legal assistance in criminal or traffic matters. The Services offered: Divorce/Protective orders SSI Appeal Power of Attorney/Wills Custody/Visitation/Child Support Contract and Warranties Public Benefit Denials

Colonial Council Boy Scouts of America 1032 Heatherwood Dr., Virginia

Beach VA 23455 (757) 497-2688 The Colonial Virginia Council, BSA is the largest youth organization on the Peninsula and the Southside

of Virginia, serving the communities of: Newport News, Hampton, Smith Field, Suffolk, and Surry.

Girls Scouts Council of Colonial Coast 912 Cedar Road, Chesapeake VA 23322, (757)547-4405 Girls Scout Oath is: On my honor, I will try to serve God and my Country, to help

people at all times, and to live by the Girl Scout Law.

Temporary Employment Agencies Tidewater Staffing www.tidewaterstaffing.com 749 Florida Ave Portsmouth VA (757)391-0100

Randstad Staffing www.usrandstad.com 5559 Portsmouth Blvd. Portsmouth VA (757)465-5100

Gillman Services Inc. www.gillmanservices.com 3300 Tyre Neck Rd Ste B, Portsmouth VA (757)686-2086

Labor work

Venture Dynamics www.venture-dynamics.net 904 Loudoun Ave Portsmouth VA (757)398-2980

Lions Club foremost mission is to help local people with sight and

hearing problem. For more than eighty years, Lions Clubs around the

world have been recognized for their service to the visually impaired

and hearing impaired. The majority of the world’s eye banks have been

established and supported by the Lions Clubs, as are hundreds’ of clinics,

hospitals, and eye research centers. Churchland Lions Club Meets at Churchland Public Library, 2nd & 4th Monday at 7:00 pm, 4934 High

Street W. Portsmouth VA call (757) 375-3715

Portsmouth Children First Lions Club Meets at Dennis Steakhouse, 1st Tuesday at 6:00pm (every other

month) 3356 Western Branch Blvd, Chesapeake VA Please call (757) 396-6335

Portsmouth Host Lions Club meets at Roger Brown’s Restaurant, 4th Tuesday at 6:00pm 316 High Street,

Portsmouth VA please call (757) 483-1067

American Legion Post #190 2711 Peach Street, Portsmouth VA 23704

(757) 399-1200 The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919, as a patriotic veterans

organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. Some of their programs are American Legion Baseball,

Operation Comfort Warriors, and financial support for families. In addition, they provide college

scholarship opportunities.

Knights of Columbus 519 County Street, Portsmouth VA 23704

(757) 397-1351 Knight of Columbus began in 1882 as a society designed to provide much needed security for widows

and orphans of Catholic parishioners. They feed the hungry and help shelter the homeless. They also

help senior citizens remain healthy and active. The knight’s offer an opportunity for fellowship with

people who share the same beliefs, and who recognize the same duty to God, family and the neighbor

down the street and across the sea.

Free Manson’s Lodge No. 100, 114 Hodges Ferry Road, Portsmouth VA

23701 (757) 934-2157 The Mason’s believe in Brotherly love, relief (relieve other stress) Truth, Faith, Hope, Charity, Tolerance,

Temperance, Fortitude and Justice. Some of their charity works are the Blood Drives, Children’s ID

program, Masonic relief fund, and scholarship programs.

Elks Club Portsmouth-Chesapeake, VA No. 822541 Gum Rd, Chesapeake,

VA 23321 or Call (757) 488-5800. The benevolent and protective order of Elks believes in Charity, Justice, Brotherly love, and Fidelity as

well as God. They promote the welfare and happiness of members, the spirit of American Patriotism.

They serve the people and community through benevolent programs, demonstrating Elks Care and Elks

Share.

Rotary Club of Portsmouth meets on Thursday’s at 12:30pm at Rogers

Brown’s Sports Bar 316 High Street in downtown Portsmouth call

(757) 399-5377 Rotary is a worldwide network of inspired individuals who translate their passions into relevant social

causes to change lives in communities. Some of the Rotary Clubs programs are Point Your Heart Out

(elderly home owners house painted and yard maintenance), Portsmouth Public Library, Meals on

Wheels, STRIVE(at risk high school students), College Scholarships.

Financial Services Free Credit report on all three agency Phone (877)322-8228 www.annualcreditreport.com only one time a year Equifax 1-800-685-1111 www.equifax.com

Experian 1-888-397-3742 www.experian.com

TransUnion 1-800-916-8800 www.transunion.com

Fair, Isaac, & Company (FICO) www.myfico.com The info in your credit report is used to calculate your

FICO score, a number generally between 300 and 850. The higher your score, the less risk you pose to

creditors. Your FICO score is available for a fee at this website.

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau www.consumerfinance.gov 1-855-411-2372

Federal Trade Commission www.ftc.gov 1- 877-382-4357 Offers a wide range of free publications on

credit and consumer rights.

Consumer Action www.consumer-action.org Features credit card surveys of interest rates, fees, and

other terms from dozens of credit cards as well as free brochures and guides on choosing and using

credit cards.

Transportation Hampton Roads Transit www.gohrt.com (757)222-6100 HRT offers information on Bus routes, Light Rail, Elizabeth River Ferry(1-800-700-7433), TRAFFIX transportation alternatives and works with large employers on ride share, The Max Connects the Southside and the Peninsula cities, Paratransit rides for the elderly and disabled 757-222-6087, VB Wave, Peninsula Commuter Service

Help with Prescriptions Helping Patients Web-Based info www.helpingpatients.org (seems complicated) The Medicine Program 1-573-996-3333 www.themedicineprogram.com (this look easy and secure) Partnership for Prescription Assistance www.pparx.org free or nearly free prescriptions Social Security Extra help with Medicare Drug plan cost 1-800-MEDICARE or www.medicare.gov The Pharmacy Connection 757-875-0060 or www.vhcf.org/medication/index.php Virginia Health Foundation RxHope web-based information www.rxhope.com For Health Care Providers to apply for, obtain and track request for no cost medication for patients. Tell your provider.

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Suffolk

Suffolk City Government 442 W. Washington Street Suffolk VA 23434 (757)514-4000 www.info@suffolkva.org Call or go online for the numbers and address to The Mayor’s office,

and all Administration offices.

Suffolk Social Services 135 Hall Avenue Suite B, Suffolk VA 23434 (757)514-7450 www.dss.va.gov some of the services that Social Services offer are:

SNAP FAMIS VIEW TANF General Relief Auxiliary Grants

Suffolk Redevelopment & Housing Authority’s www.srha@suffolkrha.org

(757)539-2100 530 E. Pinner Street, Suffolk VA 23434 From its inception in 1971, SRHA’s goal has been to focus on providing equal opportunities in affordable

housing, community development and human services. SRHA manages and maintains 466 Public Housing units

in the City of Suffolk to include four multi-family properties, and one mid-rise housing elderly and disabled

individual. SRHA offers a number of programs to benefit families, individual and communities:

Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), formally section 8 Project Based Voucher (PBV) Public

Housing Development

Suffolk Workforce Development Center 157 N. Main Street, Suffolk VA 23434 (757)514-7730 provides FREE services to Employers and Job Seekers, and a Youth program, in a One-Stop

Employment and Training environment. They provide assistance: Career Counseling Vocational Interests &

Work Behavior Rehabilitative needs & Job coaching Skills training Educational counseling, College entry

& Financial Aid Application assistance Job seekers assistance Resume & Job interview assistance Resource

information

Western Tidewater Free Clinic 2019 Meade Parkway, Suffolk VA 23434 (757)923-1060 The Free clinic offers: Medical Clinic Dental Clinic Women’s Health Mental Health

Medication Assistance

Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia, 110 W. Finney Ave. Suffolk VA 23434

(757)925-1449 Services for Senior Citizens include I-Ride in Home Services Wellness Center Ombudsman Program

Medicare Benefits Counseling and information

Virginia Legal Aid Society Inc. Suffolk Office 155 E. Washington Street Suffolk VA 23434 (757)539-3441 The Legal Aid Society provides services to low-income

residents of Lynchburg, Danville, Farmville and Suffolk. Legal Aid services offered: Divorce/Protective order

Custody/Visitation/Child Support Collection SSI Appeals Advance Directives Power of

Attorney/Wills Public Benefit Denials Education

The Church Guide www.thechurchguide.com A great local web site. Has a list of Churches by the city, then by the zip codes. The site has a lot to offer by Christian help and

assistance, articles on Christian faith, listing and information of Christian business, schools events and

entertainment, and lifestyle.

CAPS Coalition against Poverty in Suffolk 157 N. Main St. 2nd Floor Suffolk VA 23434 (757)935-5497

or www.capsuffolk.comThe Coalition against Poverty in Suffolk is network of churches and organizations

working together for poverty alleviation and community development. By sharing resources, information and

support, our efforts are synergized for the development of our city. Some of their services are bill assistance and

night stay.

Pathways to Life, Inc. 1510 Breezeport Way Suite 100, Suffolk VA 23435

(757)967-0712 www.pathwaystolife.com Pathways to Life is a local organization committed to helping families and/or individuals who are struggling with

a variety of issues. They have an array of services available, catering to your specific needs. They have

Professionals dedicated to the following areas: Abuse (physical/sexual) ADHD Bi-Polar Depression

Mental Retardation and Autism Anger Physical or verbal aggression PTS syndrome Teen pregnancy

Endependence Center Inc. 6300 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk VA (757)461-8007 (757)461-7527 TTY Endenpendence Center is a nonprofit organization that provides an array of

independent living and advocacy services to people with disabilities. They serve Chesapeake, Norfolk,

Portsmouth, Franklin, Suffolk, Virginia Beach, and Isle of Wright.

Shelters in Suffolk: Genève Shelter provides emergency shelter, crisis and short-term counseling, food transportation, support

groups, work force empowerment employment program, and a 24 hotline for victims of domestic violence.

1548-C Holland Road, Suffolk, VA 23434 (757)925-4365

Center for Hope and New Beginnings 400 Finney Ave, Suffolk VA 23434-3852 (757)934-9251 The Center has

Case management for families facing homelessness or already homeless. They have services such as life skills,

education, children services, mental and physical health, transportation and childcare. Families can stay up to

120 days.

Coalition against Poverty CAPS 157 N. Main St 2nd Floor 23434 (757)935-5497

Food and Meals 23434

Capernaum 7th Day Adventist 316 York St (757)934-3518 Wed 12pm to 1pm Fri 3pm to 4:30pm

Suffolk Christian Fellowship 201 E Washington St (757)773-4372 Soup kitchen Sun 2pm to 4pm, pantry Mon – Fri

11am to 12noon, Sat 11am to 6pm

Bethlehem Christian 1549 Holland Rd (757)539-4274 Every Tue. Except 1st 10am to 12noon

St Paul’s Episcopal 213 N. Main St. (757)539-2478 Mon 5pm to 6:30 pm

23435

Union Baptist 5132 Nansemond Pkwy (757)488-9308 2nd Wed. 7pm-9pm

New Hope Baptist 4260 Pughsville Rd (757)484-8939 Wed. 12noon to 2pm

Salvation Army 400 Bank St. Suffolk VA 23434 (757)539-5201 Salvation Army offers canned food one time a month, soup kitchen on Thursday’s and Saturdays. They have

Breakfasts before Sunday school for all ages. Women’s Lunch on Wednesday at 11:30am. Some of their other

programs are the Christmas program, and they sponsor the Angel Tree program.

Hope for Suffolk 3488 Godwin Blvd. Suffolk VA 23434 (757)539-0540 Hope for Suffolk is a community development initiative of Westminster Church in Suffolk VA. Hope for Suffolk

areas of ministry: Income-generating activities provide people a chance to work and earn income (Community

Garden) and hope paper (recycled material such as greeting cards and stationery to sell), financial coaching and

financial assistance, and jobs for life.

National Coalition for Homeless Veterans www.nchv.org Veterans in crisis can Dial 1-877-424-3838 for 24/7 assistance

The Planning Council serves Suffolk to prevent individuals and families from

becoming homeless. The emphasis is on prevention, intervening before the

eviction occurs and developing a plan for future stability. The program may assist households within the income up to 30% area median income. Clients accepted into the

program may receive financial assistance for rental arrearages. Households need to be referred by the Suffolk

Department of Human Services.

Suffolk Animal Control Bureau 124 Forest Glenn Drive, Suffolk VA 23434

(757) 514-7855 wwwanimalcontrol@suffolkva.us open Mon-Fri 11am to 5pm

And Saturdays 11am to 3pm

Girl Scouts of Colonial Coast serves over 16,000 girls in Southeastern Va. 912 Cedar Road, Chesapeake VA 23322 (757)547-4405

Boy Scouts Colonial Council, the largest youth organization in Peninsula and

Southside VA Holland Plaza Shopping Center, 1248 Holland Road Suffolk VA 23434 (757)539-7051

Southeastern Tidewater Opportunity Project of Hampton Roads VA. Also known as STOP Organization of Hampton Roads. www.stophr.org Stop’s mission is to provide a range of

strategies and initiatives, which have major impacts on the root causes of economic disadvantages. Some of the

Programs STOP offers are: Transportation Elderly/Disabled Home Community Housing Crisis

Intervention Initiative Employment Training Housing Counseling Family Investment Center

Home Equity Conversion Home weatherization Initiative

Stop Head Start 860 Davis Blvd., Suffolk VA. 23434 (757)934-6240 www.headstarthr.org

Stop Organization Center for Employment and Training, 125 Tynes Street, Suffolk VA. 23434 (757)539-8180

Through Collaboration with Training Solutions, a privately owned company, STOP is able to provide educational

support to qualified individuals who seek training. STOP’s goal is to provide continuing education to current

health care fields, and update professional in health care.

Suffolk Temp Agency’s Suffolk Temporaries Inc. 230 N. Main Street, Suffolk VA 23434 (757)925-0205 Reliance Staffing Services 424 Market Street Suite 100 Suffolk VA 23434 (757)925-0400 Kelly Services 707 Gittings Street Suite 120 Suffolk VA 23434 (757)923-0080 Labor Ready Inc. 839 West Constance Rd. Suffolk VA 23434 (757)539-0045

Suffolk Lions Club #9308 Leaders in Humanitarian Service The Lee Jordan Clubhouse Pitchkettle Road Suffolk VA (757) 255-4574 meets on Tuesday at 6:30pm

Suffolk Elks Lodge 329 Constance Road Suffolk VA 23434 (757)488-5800

North Suffolk Rotary Club, Service above self. Club meets Friday’s 7:30 am to 8:30 am at the Cedar

Point Country Club 8056 Clubhouse Dr 23423 (757)238-2275

Financial Services Free Credit Reports www.annualcreditreport.com 1-877-322-8228 free report one time a year

Equifax www.equifac.com 1-800-685-111

Experian www.experian.com 1-888-397-3742

Transunion www.transunion.com 1-800-916-8800

Suffolk Transit/Virginia Regional Transit 1248 Holland Rd (757)214-6442 www.suffolkva.us/pub-wks/transit/ bus routes & para transit

Help with Prescriptions Helping Patients Web-Based info www.helpingpatients.org (seems complicated) The Medicine Program 1-573-996-3333 www.themedicineprogram.com (this look easy and secure) Partnership for Prescription Assistance www.pparx.org free or nearly free prescriptions Social Security Extra help with Medicare Drug plan cost 1-800-MEDICARE or www.medicare.gov The Pharmacy Connection 757-875-0060 or www.vhcf.org/medication/index.php Virginia Health Foundation RxHope web-based information www.rxhope.com For Health Care Providers to apply for, obtain and track request for no cost medication for patients. Tell your provider.

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Hampton

City Hall Hampton VA 22 Lincoln Street, Hampton VA 23669 (757) 727-8311 www.hampton.gov serves Government, City Council, City Manager’s Office, Real Estate

assessor Office.

Hampton Health Department Victoria Center 3130 Victoria Blvd.

Hampton VA 23661 (757)727-1172 Services offered are; Clinical Services, Environmental Health, Community and Health Services,

www.vdh.state.va/ind/hampton

Human Services Social Services 1320 LaSalle Ave., Hampton VA 23669 (757)727-1800 www.dss.virginia.gov/localagency services are; Abuse & Neglect, Adoption & Foster Care

Adult & Childcare, Community Support, Child Support, Assistance (i.e. WIC, SNAP,TANEF)

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) #1 Franklin St, Hampton VA 23669 (757)727-6337 www.hamptonrha.com services offered are; Community Development, Public Housing, Section 8. Public Housing that is HUD subsidized is Asbury Place, Langley Village, Monterey Apartments, North Phoebus, Old Point Homes, and Shell Garden.

Department of the Social Security Hampton Office Ground Floor, 1521 Hardy Cash Dr Hampton VA 23666 1-866-592-2669 Mon, Tue, Thru, Fri, 9:00am-

4:00pm, Wed 9:00am-12 noon

Hampton Benefits Field Office for Veterans 2019 Cunningham Drive Suite 105 Hampton VA 23666 (757)825-7895 National call center for Homeless

Veterans www.va.gov/homeless 1-800-424-3838 helps with health care, housing, mental health, employment and job training.

Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia 12829 Jefferson Ave. #101, Newport News VA (757)875-0060 www.cceva.org/index.php/services

Services offered are; Adult & Senior Care, Youth & Family, Financial & Housing, Counseling, Training (adult & teen anger management, alcohol 101, and pre-marital prep)

Crisis link (757)527-4077 Mental Health (suicide prevention)

Link of Hampton Roads (757)246-0066 Homeless Intervention Program 1043 Warwick Blvd. Newport News VA

Peninsula Legal Aid 30 W. Queens Way, Hampton VA 23669

www.laseva.org (757)275-0080x502 or (757)627-5423 Services offered are Foreclosure Defense, Will & Estate Planning, Bankruptcies, Adoption, Public Benefits, and Family & Juvenile.

Center for Child and Family Services 2021 Cunningham Dr. # 400

Hampton VA 23666 (757)838-3280 www.kidsandfamilies.com Provides counseling services to children, adults and families, which include mental health, family violence counseling, youth violence prevention, financial debt counseling, childcare resources and referral.

Virginia Peninsula Foodbank 2401 Aluminum Ave. Hampton VA 23661 (757)596-7188 www.hrfoodbank.org Web site has list of food pantries by zip codes.

H.E.L.P., INC 1320 LaSalle Ave Hampton VA www.helpushelpu.org (757)727-2577 serves the homeless and those in crisis by providing shelter, food, and financial

assistance, medical and dental care.

Transitions Family Violence Services www.transitionsfvs.org (757)722-2261 Provides shelter, hotline, crisis intervention, care management, advocacy, counseling and self-sufficiency services to adults and child victims of family violence.

Help Lines-Virginia Department of Veterans Services 1-800-273-talk (8255) www.vets4warriors.com

Hampton Virginia Medical Center 100 Emancipation Drive Hampton VA www.hampton.va.gov services Hospital, Extended Care, Low Vision Services, Mental Health, and

Pharmacy. (757)722-9961

USO of Hampton Roads www.usohr.com (757)788-4982 The USO enhances quality of life for members of U.S. Armed forces and their families, creating relationships between military and civilian communities.

Partnership for Prescription Assistance -1-888-477-2669 prescriptions help for Medical/Dental and Mental Health

Urban League of Hampton Roads, Inc. 1300 Thomas Street Suite E

Hampton VA 23669 (757)224-8085 www.ulhr.org Services offered are Housing, Employment, Medical/Dental, Parenting, and Reentry.

The Salvation Army-Peninsula 1033 Big Bethel Road Hampton VA www.salvationarmyva.peninsula.org Some of Salvation Army services; Christian Education, Transitional

housing, heating and cooling, rent or mortgage, water assistance, emergency/disaster response,

addiction dependency, social work, community recreation, children summer camp.

Shelter in Hampton Home base of the Peninsula (757)825-9485 November-March (call for Locations) Friends of the Homeless (757)928-0012 (emergency food and shelter up to 30 days –check to see if there is a waiting list) Transitions (757)732-7774 (victims of violence) H.E.L.P. (757)723-2242 (single women and children up to 30 days) Menchville House (757)833-5980 (women with children no males over 11) Port Winter Shelter (757)595-1953 November-March (call for locations) Peninsula Rescue Mission (757)380-6909 (shelter, food and clothing, for men only) YWCA VA Peninsula 2702 Orcutt Ave NPN (757)245-6026 Domestic Violence Shelters and services

Hampton Family YMCA 1 YMCA Way Hampton VA 23669 www.peninsulaymca.org (757)772-9044

Boy Scouts of America Colonial Virginia Council 11721 Jefferson Ave.

NPN VA 23606 (757)595-3356 www.cvcboyscouts.org

Girls Scouts of the Colonial Coast Peninsula Service Center 894 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. NPN VA 23601 (757)547-4405 www.gsccc.org

Boys & Girls Club of Virginia Peninsula, 11825 Rock Landing Dr. Chesapeake Building, Suite B, NPN VA 23606 (757)223-7204

Peninsula Work link One-Stop Career Center 600 Butler Farm Road,

Hampton VA 23666 (757)766-4900 www.pcfwd.org This location offers a wide range of employment, training, and career services to employers, workers, job and career seeker and youth. One-stop career centers leverage public workforce dollars with other funding to provide career development service for local workers and deliver workforce solutions to local employers.

Peninsula Agency on Aging, 739 Thimble Shoals Blvd Suite 1006 NPN VA

23606 www.paainc.org (757)873-0541 Peninsula Agency on Aging believes in independence/dignity of elderly by advocating, arranging, or providing services including home-delivered and congregate meals, in-home care, care coordination, transportation, and information.

Hampton Animal Aid Society 80 Butler Farm Rd. Hampton VA 23666 (757)865-0511 opens daily from 9am to 12 noon

Peninsula SPCA 523 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. NPN VA 23601 (757)595-1399

Mon-Fri 11am to 6pm Sat.10am to 5pm

Junior League of Hampton Roads, Women building better communities 729 Thimble Shoals Blvd, Suite 4-D NPN VA 23606 (757)873-0281 The Junior League of Hampton Roads reaches out to women of all races, religions and national origins who demonstrate an interest in volunteerism. Members trained for leadership and effective volunteer services in management, communications, public policy, advocacy and other area through workshops and hands-on experiences.

Knights of Columbus Council #511 Mary Star of the Sea 1 McGivney Ln

Hampton VA 23664 to join call the supreme council (203)752-4044 The Knight of Columbus impact individuals and their communities by blood drives, cloths drive, youth activities, they have missions for children of no fathers, fix homes of elderly, and support The Special Olympics. www.kofc.org

The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks lodge no.366 95 Tide Mill

Ln Hampton VA 23666 (757)838-7366

www.virginiaelks.org/lodges/hampton/hampton.htm Elks Care, Elks Share Elks invest in their communities through programs that help children grow up healthy and drug-free, by undertaking projects that address unmet need, and by honoring the service and sacrifice of our veterans.

Lions of Virginia District 24D Known for working to end preventable blindness, Lions participate in a vast variety of Projects important to their communities. Beginning in 1917, the Association of Lions Clubs has provided millions of people with the opportunity to give something back to their communities. They help with hearing screening, and eyeglasses.

Hampton Mercury Lions Club Meets at Hilton Garden Inn, 1st & 3rd Tuesday at 12:20pm 1999 Power Plant Pkwy, Hampton VA (757)838-8484

Hampton Phoebus Lions Club Meets at the Legends Woodlands Golf Club, 1st & 3rd Thursdays at 6:30 pm 9 Woodland Rd, Hampton VA Secretary J. Crowe (757)218-6460 Cell

Ancient Free & Accepted Masons Masonry in Hampton is traced to Scottish records, which show that on March 9, 1756, Freemasonry is the world’s oldest & largest fraternal organization. It is open to men who are at least 18 years old, of good moral character, and believe in the existence of a Supreme Being. It is open to men regardless of race, religion, nationality or social standing. Anyone interested in joining please call 1(804)222-3110 Army & Navy Lodge #306 550 Fox Hill Rd. Hampton VA 23669 meets on the 3rd Wednesday at 7:30 www.vamason.org/no306 Monitor Lodge #197 212 E. Mellen St. Hampton VA 23663 meets on the 1st Tuesday at 7:00 www.monitorlodge.org St. Tammany Lodge #5 1456 W. Queen St. Hampton VA 23669 meets on the 3rd Monday at 7:30 www.grandlodgeofvirginia.org/lodge/5/ Poquoson Lodge #49 6 Hunts Neck Rd. Poquoson VA 23662 www.poquosonlodge49.org

HRT Hampton Roads Transportation www.gohrt.com (757)222-6100

Financial Services Free Credit Reports www.annualcreditreport.com 877-322-8228 provides free credit reports once a year Equifax www.equifax.com 1-800-685-1111 Experian www.experian.com 1-888-397-3742 TransUnion www.transunion.com 1-800-916-8800 Consumer Financial Protection Bureau www.consumerfinance.gov 1-855-411-2372 Contact the CFPB to file credit card and mortgage complaints. Consumer Action www.consumer-action.org Features credit card surveys of interest rates, fees, and other terms from dozens of credit cards as well as free brochures and guides on choosing and suing credit cards. Fair Isaac & Company (FICO) the information in your credit report is used to calculate your FICO score, a number generally between 300 to 850. The higher your score, the less risk you pose to creditors. Your FICO is available for a fee at www.myfico.com

Help with Prescriptions Helping Patients Web-Based info www.helpingpatients.org (seems complicated) The Medicine Program 1-573-996-3333 www.themedicineprogram.com (this look easy and secure) Partnership for Prescription Assistance www.pparx.org free or nearly free prescriptions Social Security Extra help with Medicare Drug plan cost 1-800-MEDICARE or www.medicare.gov The Pharmacy Connection 757-875-0060 or www.vhcf.org/medication/index.php Virginia Health Foundation RxHope web-based information www.rxhope.com For Health Care Providers to apply for, obtain and track request for no cost medication for patients. Tell your provider.

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Newport News City Hall 2400 Washington Ave., NPN, VA 23607 (757)933-2311 www.nngov.com

City Government, City Finances, Reports and Studies, Related Government.

Social Security Administration Newport News 11706 Jefferson Ave. Newport News VA 23606 (757)873-3914

Newport News Community Resources www.nngov.com The City web site has a list of Community Resources (good resources an long)

Newport News Shelters www.nngov.com The city web site has a list of Shelters in Newport News.

Newport News Community Feeding Programs www.nngov.com The city web site has a list of churches and originzations that have food programs.

Newport News Department of Human Services Rouse Tower 606 Jefferson Ave Newport VA 23605 (757)926-6300 www.nnva.gov/human-services Virginia Veterans Medical Center 100 Emancipation Dr. Hampton VA www.hampton.va.gov Services Hospital, Extended Care, Low Vision, Mental Health, and Pharmacy. (757)722-9961.

THRIVE Peninsula www.thrivepeninsula.org (757)877-6211 13193 Warwick Blvd. Suite 100 NPN VA 23602 Outreach Center is open Mon, Wed, Thu, 12 noon to 5pm

Outreach Center on Tue. 10:00am to 5pm. Pantry is open Mon, Wed, Thu, 1pm to 3pm and on Tues.

10am to 2pm Services are by call ahead appointment. THRIVE ministers to the physical, economic,

educational, emotional and spiritual needs. Addressing both essential living needs (e.g., food, housing,

utilities) and the unique crises affecting each person.

Foodbank of the Virginia Peninsula 2401 Aluminum Ave Hampton VA (757)569-7188 Distributes food effectively through collaborative efforts that minimize hunger and promotes nutrition and self-reliance through education. The web site has listing of food pantries in each city.

LINK of Hampton Roads 1043 Warwick Blvd. NPN VA 23601 www.linkhr.org (757)595-1953 Protects children/adults with and without disabilities; promotes self-

sufficiency, provides shelters for homeless, permanent supportive housing, basic needs, food, clothing

and advocacy.

Peninsula Agency on Aging 739 Thimble Shoals Blvd. Suite 100 NPN VA

23606 (757)283-5776 Supports independence/dignity of elderly by advocating, arranging, or providing services

including home-delivered and congregate meals, in-home care, care coordination, transportation, and

information.

Salvation Army Virginia Peninsula Corps 1033 Big Bethel Rd Hampton VA 23666 (757)838-4875 www.salvationarnyvirginiapeninsula.org Christian Education, Community Recreation, Day Camp Activities, Disaster Services, Emergency Financial Assistance, Shelters, Food, Seasonal Services. Financial assistance Monday –Thursday 9am-11am

Peninsula Rescue Mission 3700 Huntington Ave NPN VA (757)380-6909 www.prm.info Shelter, Open Cupboard for food, Overcomers program, Camp Open Arm for children,

clothing and much more.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church Harpursville Road, NPN VA (757)599-3950 Hours for financial assistance Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 12pm-2pm, Tuesday and Friday 9 am-11 am

St Vincent DePaul Church 230-33rd St NPN VA 23607 (757)245-4234 The center provides emergency food and meals Mon. to Fri. to referred individuals and families.

Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia www.cceva.org 12829 Jefferson Ave Suite 101 Newport News VA 23608 (757)875-0060 financial services line (757)533-

9569 Catholic Charities is a multi-services agency providing clinical counseling, pregnancy/new parent

counseling, adoption services, family life education, financial and housing counseling, and senior

services.

VA Peninsula YWCA www.ywca.org/virginiapeninsula YWCA programs are Domestic Violence and Violence against Women,

Women’s Health Program, Racial Justice, Job Training and Empowerment, Early Childcare Programs,

Financial Literacy Programs, Military and Veterans Programs, and YWCA Stem/TechGYRLS Programs.

Newport News Family YMCA

www.peninsulaynca.org/locations/newport-news 7827 Warwick Blvd. NPN VA 23607 (757)245-0047

Operation Home front-Hampton Roads P.O. Box 15301 NPN VA 23608 (757)806-6150 www.operationhomefront.net/hamptonroads Provides emergency assistance for US military troops, the families they leave behind, and wounded service members when they return.

Peninsula SPCA 523 J. Clyde Morris Blvd NPN VA 23601 (757)5951399 Open Mon-Friday 11am-6pm Sat. 10am-5pm On site they have SPCA Petting Zoo which is open

from 11 am to 4:30 pm Mon- Fr. and 10am-4:30 pm on Sat.

Lions Club of Virginia District 24D Known for working to end preventable blindness, Lions Club participates in a vast variety of Projects important to their communities. Beginning in 1917, the association of Lions Club has provided millions of people with the opportunity to give something back to their communities. They help with Hearing screening, and eyeglasses.

NPN Host Lions Club Meets at El Tapatio Mexican Grill 1st Monday at 6:30 PM 615 Thimble Shoals Blvd NPN VA Secretary Jimmy Gregory (757)874-4016

Northampton Lions Club 1100 William Styron Square South NPN Meets at Arbors at Port Warwick, 2nd & 4th Monday at 6:30pm NPN VA (757)826-4546

Oyster Point Mariners Lions Club Meets at Angelo’s Steakhouse, 1st & 3rd Thursday at 12 noon 755 J Clyde Morris Blvd NPN VA (757) 599-5727

Warwick Lions Club Meets at Angelo’s Steakhouse 2nd Thursday at 6:30 pm 755 J Clyde Morris Blvd, NPN VA (757)599-5727

Junior League of Hampton Roads, Women building better communities 729 Thimble Shoals Blvd, Suite 4-D, NPN VA 23606 (757)873-0281

Ancient Free & Accepted Masons to join call 1(804)222-3110 Transportation Lodge #337 128 Deep Creek NPN VA 23606 www.grandlodgeofvirginia.org/lodges/337 Meets 2nd Thursdays at 7:30 pm Bremond Lodge #241 12735 Warwick Blvd. NPN VA 23606 www.bremond241.org meets 3rd Thursdays 7:30pm Warwick Lodge #336 65 Saunders Rd NPN VA 23601 www.warwicklodge336.org meets 1st Thursdays

7:30pm

The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge #315 13813A Warwick Blvd NPN VA 23602 (757)833-6416-office e-mail bpoe315@yahoo.com

Elks Lodge invest in their communities through programs that help children grow up healthy and drug

free, by undertaking projects that address unmet need, and by honoring the services and sacrifice of our

veterans.

Rotary Clubs of Newport News Rotary’s believe in Commitment to Service above Self Oyster Point club meets Friday Morning 7:30amJames River Country Club, 1500 Country Club Road NPN, VA 23606 www.oysterpointrotary.com Warwick Rotary Club meets on Mondays at 6:00 pm in the Virginia Living Museum. Meetings space is in the Café part of the Museum, and they enter through door on the south end of the building. www.rotaryclubnewportnews.com

Help with Prescriptions Helping Patients web based info www.helpingpatients.org (seems complicated) The Medicine Program 1-573-996-3333 www.themedicineprogram.com (looks easy and secure) Partnership for Prescription Assistance www.pparx.org free and nearly prescriptions Social Security extra help with Medicare Drug plan cost 1-800-MEDICARE or www.medicare.gov The Pharmacy Connection is from Virginia Health Foundation www.vhcf.org/medication/index.php 757-875-0060

RxHope web based info. www.rxhope.com this site is for Health Care Providers to apply for, obtain, and track request for no cost medication for patients. TELL YOUR PROVIDER!

HRT Hampton Roads Transportation www.gohrt.com (757)222-6100

Financial Services Free Credit Reports www.annualcreditreport.com 1-877-322-8228 provides free credit report once a year Equifax www.equafax.com 1-800-685-1111 Experian www.experian.com 1-888-397-9742 TransUnion www.transunion.com 1-800-916-8800 Consumer Financial Protection Bureau www.consumerfinance.gov 1-855-411-2372 Contact CFPB to file credit card and mortgage complaints. Consumer Action www.consumer-action.org Features credit card surveys of interest rates, fees, and other terms from dozen of credit cards as well as free brochures and guides on choosing and using credit cards. Fair Isaac & Company (FICO) the information in your credit report is used to calculate your FICO score, a number generally between 300 to 850. The higher your score, the less risk you pose to creditors. Your FICO is available for a fee at www.myfico.com

Convocation 5 Tabb, Toano, Williamsburg, Yorktown

York County Government 300 Ballard Street, Yorktown, VA 23690

(757)890-3450 www.yorkcounty.gov Serving York County and city of Poquoson County Services, County Government, Community Services

York County Housing Office 224 Ballard St., Yorktown, VA 23690 (757)890-3885 www.yorkcounty.gov Hours are 8:15 am to 5:00 pm Mon-Fri The Division of Housing and Neighborhood Revitization administers federal and state rental subsidies, housing rehabilitation grants, and assist citizens with emergency home repair and accessibility programs, housing choice voucher program, housing rehabilitation, indoor plumbing rehabilitation program, information and referral. Housing crisis hotline (757)587-4202

York County and Poquoson Social Services Public Safety Building, 2nd Floor, 301 Goodwin Neck Road, Yorktown, VA www.yorkcounty.gov Hours are from Mon-Fri 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (757)890-3787 York-Poquoson Social Service provides a broad array of human service programs for county residents who have financial, social, educational, health and emotional needs.

Senior Center of York www.yorkcounty.gov (757)890-3444 Washington Square Shopping Center, 5314 George Washington Mem. Hwy, Yorktown VA 23692 Many have made the Senior Center of York a “second hone” where they can join friends in crafts, exercise classes, line dancing, painting and drawing, or needlework and bridge, to name only a few. The center is open Monday-Friday 9am to 4:30 pm

Williamsburg-James City County Community Action Agency 312 Walter Mill Road Suite 405 Williamsburg VA 23185 (757)229-9332 Provides funds to assist with

utility bills or rent, Eligible applicants referred by Salvation Army or United Way. In addition, other

services and a great resource guide.

James City County Government Center 101 Mounts Bay Road

Williamsburg VA 23185 www.jamescitycountyva.gov (757)253-6695 Citizens Guide to Services is available on the county website.

James City County Courts Circuit Court 5201 Monticello Ave., Ste. 6, (757)642-2242 General District Court 5201 Monticello Ave., Ste. 2 (757)564-2400 Juvenile and Domestics Relations Court 5201 Monticello Ave., Ste. 3 (757)564-2200

James City County Social Services 5249 Olde Towne Rd., Williamsburg VA 23188 (757)259-3100 www.jamescitycountyva.gov/socialservice

Williamsburg and James city County Adult Education Program (757)603-6532 Register at the library’s reference desk to take test at your convenience

James City County Housing and Community Development 5320 Palmer Lane Suite 1A Williamsburg VA 23188 (757)259-5340 www.jamescitycountyva.org

This site provides limited Term rental and mortgage assistance. They also serve homeless and offer

security deposit.

Williamsburg Municipal Building 401 Layette St. Williamsburg VA (757)220-6100 www.citymanager@williamsburg.gov

Williamsburg Department of Human Services 401 Lafayette St. Williamsburg VA 23185 (757)220-6161 Public Housing (757)220-3477 They offer senior services, emergency assistance and outreach, youth and family services, disabilities services and more.

City of Williamsburg VA 2014 Resident Information Sheets www.williamsburgva.gov/index.aspx?page=91

Social Security Administration for York County and James City County 11706 Jefferson Ave. Newport News VA 23606 1(866)331-9169 and 1(800)772-1213

PADRN Peninsula Aging and Disability Resource Network

www.paainc.org 312 Waller Rd. Suite 105 Williamsburg VA 23185 (757)345-6277 Mon through Fri 8:30am to 5pm This agency supports independence/dignity to the elderly by advocating, arranging, or providing services including home-delivered and congregate meals, in-home care, care coordination, transportation, and information. In addition to these web site resources, please contact us for additional assistance in identifying the services and support to meet your need or that of a loved one.

York County Volunteer Association Inc.

www.yorkcountyva.org/index.lfm 222 Dare Rd. Yorktown VA 23692 (757)886-1520 this association offers financial assistance, food,

clothing, shelter, fuel, medical expenses, rent, utilities, childcare, tuition, scholarship, and a thrift store.

Williamsburg and James City County Community Action Agency www.wjccactionagency.org/forms/wjcc/resources offers child and youth services, parenting resources,

food, fuel, clothing, housing and shelters, employment, education, career, legal assistance, financial

services, medical services.

Greater Virginia Peninsula Homelessness Consortium Serves Hampton/Newport News/Poquoson/Williamsburg/York County/James City County. The Consortium goal is to develop, sustain and coordinate a comprehensive continuum of care for citizens at risk of or experiencing homelessness. Homeless Hotline 1-866-750-4431

Salvation Army Williamsburg Corps www.virginiasalvationarmy.org 151 Kristiansand Dr. Williamsburg VA 23186 (757)229-6551, services are back to school, Christmas

assistance, angle tree, transitional housing, emergency rental and unities assistance.

GWCAC Network of Care www.gwcac.va.neteorkofcare.org This is a website with information on Seniors and People w/Disabilities, Mental Health and Behavioral Health, Children, Children and Families, Developmental Disabilities, Domestic Violence, Public Health, Prisoner Reentry and Corrections, Services Members-Veterans and their Families, 211, Resource Book.

The Arc of Greater Williamsburg 150-D Strawberry Plains Road Williamsburg VA 231858 (757)229-3535

The Arc of Greater Williamsburg works to improve the quality of life for people with intellectual

disabilities through community activities and advocacy.

Bacon Street 247 McLaws Circle Williamsburg VA 23185 (757)253-0111 Their mission is to provide services to young people and families affected by substance abuse and/or mental health issues. www.baconstreet.org

James City County Homeless Intervention Program (HIP) 5320 Palmer Ln Suite 1A Williamsburg, VA 23188 (757)259-5340, Serves James City County,

Williamsburg, Upper York County. H.I.P. has assistance for individuals who are delinquent with their rent

or mortgages

Natasha House of Yorktown VA (757)898-1993 Transitional home for homeless women and children that empowers and equips them to

achieve and maintain self-sufficiency.

Shelter Avalon Shelter (757)258-5022 Domestic Violence and may take DV women with Children Saint Bede Homeless Ministry Outreach Ctr. (757)253-0664 Vibrant Life Ministries (757)206-1948 Call for more info Salvation Army (757) 258-6502 Peninsula Rescue Mission (757)380-6909 for men

Avalon Center, A Center for Women and Children www.indigimar.com 24-hour hotline (757)258-5051 If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship and needs help or would like to speak with someone. Confidential help is available.

United Way of Greater Williamsburg www.uwgw.org The United Way Community Resource Center (CRC) provides direct services and referrals to persons in need living in the Greater Williamsburg Community. Services and referrals include assistance for food, clothing, housing, rent, and utilities, health and medication, reentry for offenders, and various other needs. (757)229-2222

Child and Family Connection 312 Waller Mill Road, Williamsburg VA 23185 (757)229-7940 Child and Family Connection provide

Childcare resource and referrals to parents with young children. This organization also maintains

computerized directory and childcare referrals. Additionally, provides initial and ongoing training,

support, and technical assistance for family day care providers. Multi-media resource library and

newsletter are available to members.

P.O.R.T. People Offering Resources Together (757)898-3261 Grace Episcopal Church 111 Church St Yorktown VA 23690. The PORT program is designed for interfaith

congregations located in any area of Newport News to come together to open their parish or social halls

and provide food and shelter for individuals or families who would normally spend their nights sleeping

on the streets, in cars, or perhaps in empty buildings or in the woods.

Lions of Virginia The Lions help with Hearing screening, eyeglasses, youth camp and community services.

Poquoson Lions Clubs meets at Poquoson Community Center, 1st & 3rd Thursday at 6:30 PM

49 odd Rd Poquoson VA Secretary B. Seiter (757)223-7475

James City Lions Club Meets at Old Mill Waffle and Pancake House 2nd & 4th Thursday at 7:30 am 2005 Richmond Road Williamsburg VA Secretary E. Kleiser (757)345-0003 Williamsburg Host Lions Club Meets at Holiday Inn-Gateway, 1st & 3rd Tuesday at 7:00 pm 515 Bypass Road Williamsburg VA Secretary D. Orr (757)229-6567

Rotary Clubs Colonial Heritage Clubhouse, 6520 Arthur Hills Dr. Williamsburg VA 23188 (757)258-4517

meets Wednesday 12 noon

Yorktown Riverwalk Restaurant 232 Water St. Yorktown VA (757)898-1412 jccrotaty@gmail.com

James City County Kingsmill Rd Williamsburg VA 23186 Meets Tuesday At 7:00 am

Masonic Lodges Williamsburg Masonic Lodge #6 233 Francis St East Williamsburg VA 23185 (757)229-3270 Yorktown Masonic Lodge #205 221 Ballard St Yorktown VA 23690 (757)898-3071

Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts of 1st Colony District and Chesapeake Bay

District www.cvcboyscouts.org contact: J. Ewan (757)595-3356 X210

Cub Scouts Pack 200 Yorktown VA (757)234-4537 www.yorktown200.mypack.us

Sea Scouts Ship 1781 Yorktown VA www.ship1781scoutlander.com meets on the 3rd Thursdays of the

month from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm, at Wormley Creek Marina York River Yorktown VA.

Boy Scouts Troop 94 Meets Mondays at Christ the King 4109 Big Bethel Rd Yorktown VA at 7:00pm (757)817-4586 troop94scoutmaster@gmail.com

Girl Scouts of Colonial Coast 813 Forrest Dr. Suite B Chesapeake VA 23322 (757)549-0747 call for more information.

Help with Prescriptions Helping Patients Web-Based info www.helpingpatients.org (seems complicated) The Medicine Program 1-573-996-3333 www.themedicineprogram.com (this look easy and secure) Partnership for Prescription Assistance www.pparx.org free or nearly free prescriptions Social Security Extra help with Medicare Drug plan cost 1-800-MEDICARE or www.medicare.gov The Pharmacy Connection 757-875-0060 or www.vhcf.org/medication/index.php Virginia Health Foundation RxHope web-based information www.rxhope.com For Health Care Providers to apply for, obtain and track request for no cost medication for patients. Tell your provider.

Convocation 6 Burrowsville, Colonial Heights, Emporia, Hopewell, Mckenny, Petersburg, Prince

George, Surry, Waverly

Burrowsville Community Center/School/Library 18701 James River Rd Disputanta VA 23842 (757) 866-0659

Emporia City Administration 201 S. Main St Emporia VA 23847 (434)634-3332

Dinwiddie County Government Center 1408 Boydton Plank Rd Dinwiddie VA 23841 (804)469-4533

Petersburg VA City Hall 135 N. Union St. Petersburg, VA 23803 (804)733-2301 Hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 am-5:00 pm

Prince George County City Hall 6602 Courts Dr. Prince George VA 23875 (804)722-8600

Surry County Government Center 45 School St. Surry VA 23883 (757)294-5271 www.surrycountyva.gov

Petersburg Department of Social Services

400 Farmer St. Petersburg VA 23803 (804)861-4720 serves Burrowsville VA

Petersburg/Prince George Social Security Administration 100 Poplar Dr Petersburg, VA 23805 1-877-803-6322

Chesterfield/ Colonial Heights Department of Social Services 9501 Lucy Corr Circle Chesterfield, VA 23832 (804)748-1100

Dinwiddie Department of Social Services 12318 Boydton Plank Rd Dinwiddie, VA 23841 (804)469-4524

Greensville/Emporia Department of Social Services 1748 E. Atlantic St. Emporia VA 23847 (804)634-6576

Hopewell Department of Social Services 316 E. Cawson St. Hopewell VA 23860 (804)541-2330

Prince George Department of Social Services 6450 Administration Dr. #12, Prince Georg VA 23875 (804)733-2650

(Waverly) Sussex Department of Social Services 20103 Princeton Rd Stoney Creek VA 23882 (434)246-1083

Surry Department of Social Services 45 School St Surry VA 23883 (757)294-5240

Colonial Heights City Hall 201 James Ave. Colonial Heights VA 23834 (804)520-9265

Financial Assistance CCHASM (804)796-2749 4317 School St. Chester VA 23831 The Hope Center (804)722—0057 827 Commerce St Petersburg VA 23803 Saint Joseph’s Villa (804)553-3200 Crisis stabilization services, developmental disabilities housing, mental education

Homeless Shelters James House 6610 Commons Dr #c Prince George VA 23875 (804)458-2704 Salvation Army Men’s Shelter 120 E. Washington St Petersburg, VA 23803 (804)861-0561 James House Intervention Services 1016 Maplewood Ave Hopewell VA 23860 (804)458-2704 CARES for women and children (804)861-0849 TRI-City area shelter (battered women) (804)796-3066

Youth Emergency Shelter 2250 Pump Rd. Richmond (804)740-7322

Capital Diaper Bank www.capitaldiaperbank.org (804)359-8821 Emergency support

Food Banks and Pantries Colonial Heights Food Pantry Inc. 530 Southpark Blvd Colonial Heights VA 23834 (804)520-7117 Chesterfield/Colonial Heights/Dinwiddie/Hopewell/Prince George CCHASM P.O. Box 1741 Chesterfield VA 232832 (804)796-371 services are emergency financial and Food Food Assistance for the Needy FAN 827 Commerce St Petersburg VA 23803 (804)722-0321 Salvation Army of the Tri Cities (804)732-8449 Salvation Army Suffolk & W. Tidewater (757)539-5201

National Coalition for Homeless Veterans VA Medical Center-Hampton VA 100 Emancipation Dr Hampton VA (757)722-9961 #2809 www.hamoton.va.gov Virginia Supportive Housing 5008 Monument Ave 2nd floor Richmond VA 23226 (804)788-6825 www.virginiasupportivehousing,org

District 19 Area Counseling Clinics Clinics may provide an array of services depending on their location. Colonial Heights Counseling Services 3360 Boulevard Suite A Colonial Heights, VA 23834 (804)520-7210 Dinwiddie Counseling Services 13900 Courthouse Rd #c Dinwiddie VA 23841 (804)469-3746 Greenville/Emporia Counseling Services 1101 Greenville County Circle Emporia VA 23847 Hopewell/Prince George Counseling Services 4910 Prince George Dr. Prince Georg, VA 23875 (804)541-8660 Petersburg Counseling Services 20 W. Bank St. Petersburg VA 23803 (804)862-8002 Surry Counseling Services

474 Colonial Trail West Surry VA 23883 (757)294-0037

Sussex Counseling Services

232 Coppahaunk Ave Waverly VA 23890 (804)834-2205

Community Action Services Emporia- 1750 E. Atlantic St. Emporia VA 23847 (434)634-2490 Brunswick- 115 College Dr. Lawrenceville VA 23868 (434)848-3935 Dinwiddie- 10305 Boydton Plank Rd Dinwiddie VA 23841 (804)469-4495

Sussex- 233-A S. County Dr Waverly VA (804)834-3522

www.online.uwvp.org United Way has a list of agency service providers

Salvation Army of the Tri-Cities (804)732-8449

Senior Services Crater District AAA (804732-7020 Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (804)552-5019 Long Term Ombudsman Program (804)552-3402 Petersburg TRIAD (804)733-2369

Legal Services Crater District AAA (60+) (804)732-7020 Legal Aid Justice Center (804)862-2205 VA Lawyer Referral Line (800)552-7977 VA Legal Aid Society (800)868-1012 VA Legal Aid Society (Greenville, Emporia, Sussex) (866)534-5243

Credit Reports and Scores Free Credit Reports- 1x a year- (877)332-8228 www.annualcreditreport.com

Major credit report Agencies Equifax (800)397-3742 www.experian.com Experian (888)397-3742 www.experian.com Transunion (800)916-8800 www.transunion.com

Federal Trade Commission The commission offers a wide range of free publications on credit and consumer rights.

(877)382-4357 www.ftc.gov

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has authority to set clear rules for banks, mortgage

companies, payday lenders, credit cards lenders, and other financial services firms Contact the CFPB to

file credit card and mortgage complaints. (855)441-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov

Health Departments District 19 Colonial Heights- 700 Highland Ave. Colonial Heights VA 23834 (804)520-9380 www.vdh.virginia.gov/LHD/Chesterfield/Colonial_Heights Dinwiddie- 14006 Boydton Plank RD Dinwiddie VA (804)469-3771 www.vdh.virginia.gov/LHD/crater/Dinwiddie.thm Hopewell- 20 Appomattox St Hopewell, VA 23860 (804)458-1297 www.vdh.virginia.gov/LDH/crater/hopewell.htm Petersburg- 301 Halifax St Petersburg VA 23803 (804)863-1652 www.vdh.virginia.gov/LHD/crater/Petersburg.htm Greenville/Emporia- 140 Uriah Branch Way Emporia VA 23847 (804)348-4235 www.vdh.state.va.us/LHD/crater/greenville.thm Prince George- 6450 Administration Dr Prince George VA (804)733-2630 www.vdh.virginia.gov/LHD/crater/Prince George.htm Surry- 474 Colonial Trail West Dendron VA 23839 (757)294-3185

Virginia Family Access To Medical Insurance Security FAMIS FAMIS P.O. Box 1820 Richmond VA 23218-1820 1-866-873-2647 TDD 1-888-221-1590 www.dss.state.va.us.localagency/index.htm

Help with Prescriptions Helping Patients Web-Based info www.helpingpatients.org (seems complicated) The Medicine Program 1-573-996-3333 www.themedicineprogram.com (this look easy and secure) Partnership for Prescription Assistance www.pparx.org free or nearly free prescriptions Social Security Extra help with Medicare Drug plan cost 1-800-MEDICARE or www.medicare.gov The Pharmacy Connection 757-875-0060 or www.vhcf.org/medication/index.php Virginia Health Foundation RxHope web-based information www.rxhope.com For Health Care Providers to apply for, obtain and track request for no cost medication for patients. Tell your provider.

Convocation 7 Bon Air, Chester, Chesterfield County,

Midlothian, Powhatan County, Richmond

City Hall Richmond 900 E. Broad St Richmond VA (804)646-700 www.richmondgov.com

County of Chesterfield City Hall serves Bon Air, Chester, and Midlothian 9901 Lori Road Chesterfield VA 23832 (804)748-1000 www.chesterfield.gov

County of Powhatan City Hall 3834 Old Buckingham Rd. Suite 2 Powhatan VA 23139 (804)594-5612 www.powhatanva.gov

Midlothian City Directory www.myreadylink.com/midlothian-va/

Social Services City of Richmond customer care all offices call 311 Downtown Marshall Plaza Building 900 E. Marshall Street Richmond VA 23219 East Richmond East District Center 701 N. 25th Street Richmond VA 23223 South Richmond Southside Community Services Center 4100 Hullstreet Rd Richmond VA 23224 www.richmondgov.com

Richmond Department of Medical Assistance Services 600 E. Broad St Richmond VA 23219 (804)786-7933

Chesterfield Social Services Community Services Board 6001 Lucy Corr Blvd Chesterfield VA 23832 (804)748-1100 24 hour hotline (804)748-6356 www.chesterfield.gov

Chesterfield County Health Department 9501 Lucy Corr Circle Chesterfield VA 23822 (804)748-1691

Powhatan County Social Services 3834 Old Buckingham Rd Suite A Powhatan VA 23139 (804)598-5630 www.powhatanva.gov

Powhatan County Health Department 3908 Old Buckingham Rd #1 Powhatan VA 23139 (804)598-5680

Powhatan Community Services -Monacan Services 3910 Old Buckingham Rd Powhatan VA 23139 (804)598-3114

The purpose of Monacan Services is to enhance independent functioning and community integration of

people with intellectual disabilities through a coordinated, comprehensive, individualized program of

services.

Shelters Daily Planet 517 W. Grace St Richmond VA 23220 (804)783-0678 www.dailyplanetva.org Services are Primary healthcare, Behavioral Health, Oral Health, Eye Health, Case Management, Sliding Scale Fee for non- insured.

Commonwealth Catholic Charities (CARITAS) from shelter to stability 511 W. Grace St Richmond VA call (804)648-4177 for a personal interview. Services are; Shelter for single adult and families. First meeting their emergency needs, then working individualy with each client to break down the barriers standing between themselves and self-sufficiency.

Richmond Friends of the Homeless 4600 Jaydee Dr. Mosley, VA 23120 (804)608-0971 www.richmondfriendsofthehomeless.org Programs are Daily Lunch, Children’s Services, Camp Camille, Health and Wellness.

Breakthrough Connections, Inc. P.O. Box 97084 Richmond VA 23236 (804)276-5732 www.breakthroughconnection.org Services programs are Housing, Food, Transportation, and Personal Care.

Hilliard House 3900 Nine Mile Rd Richmond VA (804)236-5800 www.hilliardhouse.org Serves Women and children, has 8 family room and 6 beds for single women. Children must be under 17 or younger. Multiple programs include life skills, Psycho-educational parenting classes, SCAN stop child abuse, conflict resolution and safety classes for children and more.

HomeAgain 2 E. Main St. Richmond VA 23219 (804)782-9778 www.homeagainrichmond.org Provides emergency shelter and transitional housing, one is family shelter the other is men’s shelter. Virginia Supportive Housing 5008 Monument Ave. #200 Richmond VA 23230 (804)788-6825 Offers Housing, Case

Management, Counseling with skill training.

Children of God 613 Lombardy Street, Richmond, VA. To access housing go to the Lombardy Street address at 5:00 pm with a Photo ID.

YWCA (804)643-0888 hotline for women of domestic violence www.ywcarichmond.org Serves Chesterfield

County, Henrico County, and Richmond

ESI Connections 3805 Cutshaw Ave, Richmond VA 23230 (804)358-7747 serves Men on first come first served basis.

Cares Shelter a 24-hour shelter for men and women. Hotline is (804)861-0849 serving the Tri-Cities area.

Safe Harbor provides shelter and support services to victims of domestic violence. Call (804)287-7877

Salvation Army Men’s Shelter 835 Commerce St. Petersburg VA (804)861-0561

Virginia Home for Boys 2250 Pump Road Richmond VA 23233 (804)740-7322 Youth Emergency Shelter

Emergency Food Colonial Heights Food Pantry, Inc. has assigned services area, which includes Colonial Heights 23834, South Chesterfield 23834, and 23803. (804)520-7117 Address is 530 Southpark Blvd Colonial Heights VA 23834 Distribution hours Monday-Wednesday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Feed More 1415 Rhoadmiller Street Richmond VA 23220 (804)521-2500 Hunger hotline Monday-Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 PM. Distribution Center Mon –Thurs. 8 – 3pm and Fri. 8 – 12 pm Food Donations Mon – Thurs., 8-4 Fri., 8-3pm Outdoor Drop Box 24/7 Chesterfield Food Bank 12211 Iron Bridge Road Chester, VA 23831 (804)414-8885 Open Door Chapel 1601 Warebottom Springs Chester VA (804)748-5505 also has clothing. Sherbourne United Methodist Church 2619 Sherbourne Rd North Chesterfield VA (804)275-6321

Senior Connections Capital Area Agency on Aging 24 E Cury Street Richmond VA 23219 (804)343-3000 The capital area agency on aging offers a comprehensive range of home and community-based services for older adults, caregivers and persons with disabilities in the city of Richmond and the Counties of Charles City, Chesterfield, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, and Powhatan. Virginia Retirement System Counseling Center 1111 E. Main St Richmond VA 23219 (888)827-3847 or 1-800-989-2286

Medical Transportation Empowerment Resources LLC (804)932-4783 located in Clinton VA In-Motion (804)882-4401 or (804)651-0777 located in Quinton VA Logisticare 1-866-386-8331

Red Cross (804)780-2298 Please to call to qualify Access Chesterfield (804)279-8489 Care Net Medicaid Transportation 1-877-490-8696

Rehabilitative Services Department 2001 Maywill St #2 Richmond VA 23230 (804)588-3333 Government funded to help the disabled get a

job and get back on their feet.

Center Advancing Self Help 823 N. 31st St Richmond VA 23223 (804)226-0150 Provides direct services to residents of the East End of

Richmond in the areas of ; Nutritional Concerns, Housing Development/Renovations, Educational

Opportunities, Job Training, Counseling and Placement.

Greater Richmond Scan 103 E. Grace St. Richmond VA 23219 (804)257-7226 Strategies for providing the awareness, education, and support needed to reduce the occurrence of abuse and neglect committed against children. Programs are Family Support, Child Advocacy (Improving investigations, treatment and prosecution), CASA (court appointment special advocates), The Circle Preschool Program, FAM Families are Magic is a prevention program.

William Bryd Community House Growing Richmond’s Kids 224 Cherry St Richmond VA 23220 (804)643-2717 Programs are Byrd House Renegade Market (Tue.

3pm-6pm) Early Childhood Education, Extended Day Care, Children’s Summer Camp.

American Red Cross 420 E. Cary St. Richmond VA 23219 (804)780-2250 Teaches community preparedness, Youth K-12

Community Disaster Training, and Nurse Assistant Training.

CCHASM Chesterfield-Colonial Heights-Alliance for Social Ministry P. O. Box 1741 Chesterfield VA 23832 (804)796-2749 Mon.-Thru. From 8:30 am to 1:30 pm www.cchasm.org Clients must call first for appointment. They may assist in such areas as: utilities, rent, medicine and other emergency needs as they are presented.

Chesterfield Virginia Salvation Army 3807 Mechanicville Turnpike, Richmond VA (804)497-8779 1100 Midlothian Turnpike, Richmond VA (804)423-1620 835 Commerce Street Petersburg VA 23803 (804)433-1668 They offer people who need help a Family Service program. Provides a wide variety of aid to those in need.

(CAPUP) Capital Area Partnership Uplifting People 1021 Oliver Hill Way Richmond VA 23219 (804)788-0050 This agency can provide financial assistance for paying rent, and bills, client can work one on one with counselors so they can become self-sufficient over the long term.

Salvation Army Richmond www.salvationarmy.org 2 W. Grace St Richmond VA (804)225-7470 Programs help with Food, Rent and utilities.

Commonwealth Catholic Charities www.cccofva.org 1512 Willow Lawn Dr. Richmond VA 23320 (804)285-5900 Programs are Financial, rent, utilities, and

mortgage. Call only on Fridays at 9:00 am.

PSI (804)744-3813 helps with insurance and pharmacy copays Call to see if you qualify with certain medical diagnosis.

Wilson Inn Residence 2037 Monument Ave Richmond VA 23230 (804)788-6825 Provides affordable housing and supportive

services for women at risk due to displacement, incarceration, and substance abuse.

Chesterfield Food Bank Free Programs workforce center (804)414-8885, Healing Trees

Inc. Counseling Services (804)706-6226, Mercy Mall clothing and personal needs (804)277-9834,

Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous Meetings (804)4124-8885.

Central Virginia Legal Aid Society-Southside branch 2006 Wakefield Street Petersburg VA 23803 (804)862-1100 or toll free (800)868-1012 Call Monday through Thursday 9:00 am to 11:30 am or 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm to see if you qualify for services.

Help with Prescriptions Helping Patients Web-Based info www.helpingpatients.org (seems complicated) The Medicine Program 1-573-996-3333 www.themedicineprogram.com (this look easy and secure) Partnership for Prescription Assistance www.pparx.org free or nearly free prescriptions Social Security Extra help with Medicare Drug plan cost 1-800-MEDICARE or www.medicare.gov The Pharmacy Connection 757-875-0060 or www.vhcf.org/medication/index.php Virginia Health Foundation RxHope web-based information www.rxhope.com For Health Care Providers to apply for, obtain and track request for no cost medication for patients. Tell your provider.

Clinics that have prescription assistance Crossover Ministries (804)233-5016 Help for Richmond and surrounding areas Fan Free Clinic (804)358-6343 x112