www.thelifeofasinglemom.com (225) 341-8055 *It is the intention of The Life of a Single Mom Ministries (TLSM) to see that no single parent walks alone. One of the ways we do that is through our comprehensive resource list. This list is comprised of national assistance agencies who do not necessarily have a formal affiliation with TLSM. These organizations have been found through independent research and TLSM does not guarantee assistance. Car or Car Repair Assistance: www.freecharitycars.org is an organization that provides cars to someone in need. For info on all qualifications, visit their site. Cell Phone Services: Low-income families can call 1-800-SAFELINK for a free, government-issued cell phone or go to www.safelink.com for guidelines. Computers: Computers for Families offer basic computers at $119.90 or laptops for $200.00 for qualifying families. They can be shipped anywhere in the United States. For more info, call 225-379-3577or visit www.cacrc.com. Education: To pursue your high school diploma or equivalent, find an educational center in your area: http://bestgedclasses.com/ To pay for higher education, visit www.singlemommie.com/grants/ . For additional information on all types of federal and state programs, visit: http://www.ed.gov/ (or the Dept of Education website for your state). Encouragement and Books? The Life of a Single Mom Ministries exists to connect single parents in support groups worldwide. We also provide weekly, online chats with thousands of single parents world-wide. We offer books & teaching materials, Bible studies, free videos & podcasts, weekly single-parent articles, and so much more. For more information, visit www.thelifeofasinglemom.com. The Life of a Single Mom, P.O. Box 41821, Baton Rouge, LA 70835 Page 1 www.thelifeofasinglemom.com (225) 341-8055 Suggested Books: Overwhelmed: The Life of a Single Mom The Church and the Single Mom: Why You Should Care and What You Can Do Kids and the Single Mom: A Real-World Guide to Effective Parenting Peace and the Single Mom: 50 Moments of Calm in the Chaos The Church and the Single Mom Ministry Comprehensive Training Kit Extracurricular Fees: www.expectamiraclefoundation.org/ assists with sports fees, tutoring, and more for low-income families. Guidelines apply. Home Purchase? The IDA program is a nationwide, government program that allows families to start their own savings account to assist in home ownership. For every dollar you save, the IDA will match $4! This can be substantial in purchasing your first home. http://cfed.org/programs/idas/directory_search/ If you currently own a home and want to lower your payments or need information on how to qualify for home ownership or consolidate debt, please call Jeff at Southwest Funding at 225-442-1990. Mention you are a single mom! Southwest lends in FL, LA, MI, NC, and TN. Apply online at http://www.southwestfunding.com/jmaggio/. Household Items & Clothing: In an effort to save money and reduce global waste, link up with other people in your area by visiting the site www.freecycle.org.This website is available nationwide and advertises used household items and clothes, for free. Visit www.YWCA.org for more information about household items and clothing. The Life of a Single Mom, P.O. Box 41821, Baton Rouge, LA 70835 Page 2 www.thelifeofasinglemom.com (225) 341-8055 Job Placement, Skills, and Professional Attire: Post your resume on every job site possible. Use the local newspapers, radio and television stations, and social media as additional ways to locate employment. Use job placement agencies in your area, including temporary agencies, which often lead to permanent positions. Here are a few helpful sites: www.monster.com www.theladders.com www.careerbuilders.com www.linkedin.com www.indeed.com Interviewing skills For interview attire for women who are changing careers or currently looking for a job, visit www.dressforsuccess.org and www.YWCA.org Medical & Eye Care: If you don't have medical insurance, visit samaritanministries.org for all details. For free eye care, call Vision USA at 800-766-4466 or visit www.aoa.org/visionus.xml Homelessness, Housing, and Utility Assistance: Contact your local United Way or visit www.liveunited.org for assistance near you. Call 2-1-1 from any phone for emergency financial assistance in your area to access the United Way. Visit www.mercyministries.org to fill out an application for housing, specifically for young pregnant moms, addicts, cutters, or those struggling with an addictive lifestyle. This is not emergency housing. Bridge of Hope exists to end and prevent homelessness. Visit www.bridgeofhopeinc.org for more information. Liheap helps keep families safe and healthy through initiatives that assist families with energy costs. Visit www.liheap.org for more information. The Life of a Single Mom, P.O. Box 41821, Baton Rouge, LA 70835 Page 3 www.thelifeofasinglemom.com (225) 341-8055 HUD.gov helps low-income families secure housing. Visit www.HUD.gov for more information. St. Vincent de Paul Society is a global organization that helps meet emergency needs, such as homelessness and utilities. Visit https://www.svdpusa.org/. Volunteers of America focuses on prevention of homelessness & rapid housing options. Visit http://www.voa.org/ for more information. Additional National Single Mom Assistances of All Kinds: www.singlemomfinancialguide.com www.singlemomfinancialhelp.com www.singlemom.com www.spaoa.org www.singleparents.about.com www.salvationarmyusa.org. www.loveinc.org. www.ywca.org. State Specific Assistance: (Resources below are for Louisiana residents. However, similar programs may exist in your area. We recommend simple Internet searches or calls to the local Department of Social Services, United Way, YMCA, and local churches to help develop a well-rounded list of programs in your area for single moms. Please feel free to use this list as a general guide in developing one in your area.) Homeownership: If you currently own a home and want to lower your payments or need information on how to qualify for home ownership or consolidate debt, please call Jeff at Southwest Funding at 225-442-1990. Mention you are a single mom referred by TLSM for additional savings! Utility payment assistance: call (225) 389-4814 to reach the IHEAP program to set up an appointment. High School Equivalency Testing: For a comprehensive list of testing sites & educational centers that administer the HiSet (formerly GED) program, visit http://bestgedclasses.com/baton-rouge-la/. The Life of a Single Mom, P.O. Box 41821, Baton Rouge, LA 70835 Page 4 www.thelifeofasinglemom.com (225) 341-8055 For counseling, utility bill payments, and crisis solutions: call (225) 665-9100 or visit www.womenowomen.com. Disabled Persons: Volunteers of America will help any disabled person with housing assistance among other things. Call 225-346-8182. Legal services in Louisiana: Capital Area Legal Services 225-387-5173 or visit the Self Help Resource Center at 300 North Boulevard, 4th floor, in Baton Rouge on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-2pm for legal assistance and research. Women’s crises: For counseling, housing, and additional support, and pregnancy and newborn supplies, contact Family Resource Clinic, 12201 Florida Blvd, Livingston, LA 70754, 225-686-1123 or www.womenshope.net. Rent or utility payments: Call Catholic Charities at 225-336-8700 or visit at 1900 S. Acadian Thruway, Baton Rouge, Louisiana for more information. Baby Items: For diapers or car seat, call C.A.R.E Pregnancy Clinic 225-272-3680. Section 8 Housing (approval will provide Rental Assistance) www.ebrpha.org Utilities help: call Leo Butler Community Center at 225-389-4860. Water payments: call Salvation Army at 225-355-4483. Childcare: Research for area childcare, including price, ages served, special services, hours of operation, and more, call Partnerships in Child Care at 225-926-8005. Medical or dental care: call Capitol City Family Health Center at 225-650-2000 or visit them at 3140 Florida St., Baton Rouge, LA 70806. Eye exams, glasses, or surgery: 504-525-7235 or www.lioneyes.org Food: Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank 225-359-9940 www.brfoodbank.org Homeless Youth: Are you between 10-21 years old and homeless? Contact Youth Oasis at 225-343-6300 or visit www.youthoasis.org for more info. The Life of a Single Mom, P.O. Box 41821, Baton Rouge, LA 70835 Page 5 www.thelifeofasinglemom.com (225) 341-8055 For a large, comprehensive list of even more resources available to those in the Greater Baton Rouge area, please visit http://www.needhelppayingbills.com/html/baton_rouge_assistance_program.html. For homeless prevention in the 70802 zip code only, visit http://christianoutreachcenterbr.com/. Homeless Shelters & Food Banks: please visit http://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/cgi-bin/id/county.cgi?county=EastBaton-Rouge-Parish&state=LA. Medical Services : Medline BR - (225) 765-6906 is a 24-hour hotline for the uninsured and underinsured in the Greater Baton Rouge area. Callers will be assisted by RNs with community referrals and appointments for primary health care services. All services are provided on a sliding scale fee basis. Professional Counseling Services: Contact Spring Life Counseling at info@springlifecounseling.com or 225-603-3443. Services can be offered on sliding fee scale. Additional (South Central Louisiana) Medical Services: Baton Rouge Primary Care Collaborative (225) 343-9086, St. Martin de Porres Healthcare for the Homeless, 220 St. Vincent de Paul, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Preventive Services, Blood pressure screening, Diabetes screening, EKG services, Lab Services, Nutrition Guidance, Pap Smears, Drug tests, HIV testing, Mental Health Referrals, Prescription Assistance, Physicals (child and adult), Sport physicals, Immunizations (children and adult), Medicaid enrollment center. No charge for services for the homeless and those in transitional living. Bring ID and proof of income, and homelessness. Greater Baton Rouge Community Clinic (225) 769-3377 • FAX (225) 769-3382 5414 Brittany Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808 Dental, Medical, Mental Health, and Vision services for the uninsured working poor. Must be currently employed, working minimum of 30 hours per week, worked 10 of last 12 months, earned up to 200% of poverty level, not currently covered by any insurance program. Must provide income tax statement, 2 current check stubs, photo ID, and proof of residency. No appointment needed. Eligibility screenings: EBR @ Family Road, 323 East Airport 4-7PM Every Monday and Tuesday; Ascension -1st Baptist 1217 S. Burnside, Gonzales 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month 4-6pm. The Life of a Single Mom, P.O. Box 41821, Baton Rouge, LA 70835 Page 6 www.thelifeofasinglemom.com (225) 341-8055 Our Lady of the Lake (OLOL) Neighborhood Clinic • N. Baton Rouge (225) 774-1822 9422 Scotland Ave., Baton Rouge, LA 70807 Primary Care, Pediatrics, Prescription Assistance Program Kidmed, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Insurance and Sliding Scale Minimum fee $15.00. To utilize sliding scale must have proof of income. Picture ID and Proof of any Insurance req. Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center (225) 215-1234 (Cancer Screening) www.marybird.org Early detection program offers free cancer screenings to the uninsured and underinsured throughout 18 parishes in southeast Louisiana. Cancer screenings offered include oral, breast, prostate, colorectal and skin. The Life of a Single Mom, P.O. Box 41821, Baton Rouge, LA 70835 Page 7