Hard Times Guide to Help Struggling Families Find Resources
Monday February 9th, 2009
With the current tough economy, many people who have not had to before are finding themselves seeking help at local agencies for food, utilities help, clothing, rent assistance, financial advice, healthcare, and shelter. Many may be having a hard time figuring out where to turn, and may not even know that the perfect agency is available to meet their needs.
“Elgin is lucky to have so many agencies that are equipped to help people who may be struggling financially,” said Diane O’Connor, Director of Community Impact at United Way of Elgin. “This guide compiles where people should look for the help they need, and offers some financial budgeting guidance and a prescription drug discount card as well.”
The United Way of Elgin has put together a “Help for Hard Times” guide. You can download the guide here. The guide includes:
- A quicklist of resources for emergency services, utility help, foreclosure help, food resources, rent/mortgage assistance, and employment services
- A descriptive list of community support from various agencies for Health and Wellness, Financial Stability and Legal Matters, and Emergency Assistance
- Tips on evaluating finances
- Tips on job search
- A prescription drug discount card available for all to use.
