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HOOSIER UPLANDS INFORMATION SERVICES - For more information call 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451.

MARTIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - Provides city maps and brochures, small business services and information on West Boggs Park Area attractions. For more information call 295-4093. 

GENERATIONS AREA 13 AGENCY ON AGING - Provides an information service which directs individuals to appropriate social services. For more information call 888-4292 or 1-800-742-9002.

CAMP SUPER KID - For asthmatic children ages 7 to 15. Sponsored by the American Lung Association. Located near Nashville. For more information call (812) 988-4900. - For asthmatic children ages 7 to 15. Sponsored by the American Lung Association. Located near Nashville. For more information call (812) 988-4900. 

CHILDREN'S SPECIAL HEALTH CARE SERVICES - Assists the family of handicapped children to identify and access community assistance, financial, recreational and respite programs. For more information call (317) 233-5600 or 1-800-475-1355.

DIVISION OF FAMILY AND CHILDREN - Provides child protective services, services for crippled children, health services and child care services. There is no charge for these services except for the Child Support Program. For more information call 247-2871 Provides child protective services, services for crippled children, health services and child care services. There is no charge for these services except for the Child Support Program. For more information call 247-2871 

HAPPY HOLLOW CHILDREN'S CAMP - In conjunction with the Diabetes Youth Foundation, camps are held for diabetic children ages 7 to 15 and bicycle camp for ages 14 to 19. For more information (317) 745-7128 or 1-800-695-5864.

HOOSIER UPLANDS CHILDREN'S SERVICES - To contact our main office call 849-5446 or 1-800-276-2242.- To contact our main office call 849-5446 or 1-800-276-2242.

HOOSIER UPLANDS CHILD CARE CENTER -

HEAD START - Half day pre-school for children ages 3,4 and 5 whose family income meets established guidelines. For more information call 295-4700. - Half day pre-school for children ages 3,4 and 5 whose family income meets established guidelines. For more information call 295-4700. 

DAY CARE - Licensed center for ages 1 through 12 with services from 5:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Before and After School Child care provided at Loogootee Elementary West from 5:30 a.m. until the time that school begins and after school until 6:00 p.m. For more information call 295-4700.

LICENSED DAY CARE HOMES - Call Hoosier Uplands Information & Referral Services for listing at 1-800-333-2451. - Call Hoosier Uplands Information & Referral Services for listing at 1-800-333-2451. 

REGIONAL YOUTH SERVICES - Youth counseling, therapeutic foster care, victims or sexual abuse support groups and independent living support groups. For more information call (812) 282-8479. 

SILVERCREST CHILDREN'S DEVELOPMENT CENTER - Assists multiply-handicapped children with short term residential care, medical needs, nursing, physical/speech/occupation therapy, training, education, recreation and counseling so they may become as independent as possible. For more information call (812) 945-5287. 

STEP-AHEAD COUNCIL - Child Care Developmental Block Grants to provide monetary assistance for day cares, before and after school child care programs, child care assistance for parents and information on selecting appropriate day cares. For more information call 247-3041. 

UAW-GM CHILD CARE RESOURCE & REFERRAL SERVICE - GM Powertrain resource and referral for providers and families. For more information call (812) 279-7335 or 1-800-395-2273.

ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES - Will investigate reports of neglect, abuse and exploitation of persons 18 and over who cannot make informed decisions. For more information call Terry Allen, local investigator at (812) 254-8681 or 1-800-992-6978. - Will investigate reports of neglect, abuse and exploitation of persons 18 and over who cannot make informed decisions. For more information call Terry Allen, local investigator at (812) 254-8681 or 1-800-992-6978. 

AMERICAN RED CROSS - Notification to active duty military personnel of death, serious illness or circumstance of immediate family members; disaster assistance, one family or community. For more information call (812) 882-2204 or 1-800-822-2542. 

CRISIS CONNECTION - Assists abused women and children with safe lodging. Provides support groups for women and children, New Babes and Natural Helpers Programs, and information on legal and financial options. Legal and emergency room advocacy and transportation are available. For more information call (812) 482-1555 or 1-800-245-4580. 

DIVISION OF FAMILY AND CHILDREN'S SERVICES - Investigates suspected child abuse or neglect and provides protection services for victims, Medicaid, food stamps, refugee settlement and referral of perpetrators of criminal abuse or neglect for prosecution. For more information call 247-2871 or 247-2880. 

HOOSIER UPLANDS ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - Assists with heating and electric bills during fall and winter for low income persons. For more information call the Shoals Office at 247-3303 or the Mitchell Office at 1-800-333-2451. 

NEW HORIZONS MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES - Based at Washington County Memorial Hospital, New Horizons offers hospitalization for acute mental health illness and beginning in the fall 1997 will offer an intensive outpatient program for chemical dependency. Workshops offered monthly and 24 hour emergency services. Medical Director of New Horizons is Dr. Tony Siegel, Psychiatrist. For more information call 883-5881 or the crisis line at 883-6779. 

PSYCHIATRIC CLINIC - Provides developmental evaluations of special needs from 6 months and up, family and individual counseling and can appear in court for custody/adoption cases. For more information call Gary & Barbara Morgan, Dan Linkenhoken at (812) 886-9966. 

TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES - Provide assistance with some or all of the following to income-eligible persons: food, utilities, rent, medical/drug bills and burial expense. 

 

Perry...................................................................295-2098  Center.................................................................388-6758  Halbert................................................................247-2810  Mitchelltree.........................................................388-6875  Rutherford...........................................................644-7571  Lost River............................................................247-3774

 

FIRE DEPARTMENTS Cannelburg Barr Township...............................486-3131 .........Sheriff.........................................................254-1060  Loogootee...........................................................295-2323 .........PoliceDepartment...........................294-2246  Shoals.................................................................247-2323 ..........Sheriff.......................................................247-3726  Crane.................................................................854-1235 ..........emergency...............................................854-1333 ..........non-emergency.......................................854-3300 AMBULANCES W & G Ambulance Service...............................295-9110

GREEN THUMB - Public Service Employment Program for low-income persons age 55 and over. For more information call (812) 522-7930. - Public Service Employment Program for low-income persons age 55 and over. For more information call (812) 522-7930. 

INDIANA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CENTER - Provides job and vocational training. Provides experiences in different job opportunities. For more information call 295-2722. 

RED DOOR INDUSTRIES -- MARTIN CO. (A Division of Four River Rehabilitation Services, Inc.) - Provides developmental, therapeutic, vocational and residential services to individuals with developmental disabilities or challenges. Also provides job placement, employment service and work evaluation. For more information call 295-4494.

LOOGOOTEE UNTILLED METHODIST CHURCH - Provides a food pantry and assists with financial and environmental needs. For more information call 295-3049. - Provides a food pantry and assists with financial and environmental needs. For more information call 295-3049. 

MARTIN CO. WIC CLINIC - Special supplemental food program for women, infant and children. For more information call 247-2188 or 1-800-433-0746. 

ST. VINCENT DEPAUL SOCIETY - Assists with utility bills, rent, food, clothing, furniture, hospital equipment and toy program at Christmas. Emergency hours: Wed. 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Fri. 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sat. 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information call 295-4114.

ADAPTIVE MOBILITY, INCORPORATED - An Indianapolis based company that provides sales and service of equipment for handicapped clients. For more information call (317) 273-6400. - An Indianapolis based company that provides sales and service of equipment for handicapped clients. For more information call (317) 273-6400. 

ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY TRAINING AND INFORMATION CENTER - A self-help, advocacy and public education center for people with disabilities. Serving Knox, Daviess, Martin, Green, Dubois and Sullivan Counties. For more information call 886-0575 or 1-800-96ATTIAC. 

CATALOGS FOR HANDICAPPED - List of catalogs to order clothing, sports and recreation equipment, writing tools, kitchen aids, books and miscellaneous specialty items. Call Hoosier Uplands Information and Referral Services for listings at 1-800-333-2451. 

CHILDREN'S SPECIAL HEALTH CARE SERVICES - Assists the family of handicapped children to identify and access community assistance, financial, recreational and respite programs. For more information call (317) 233-5600 or 1-800-475-1355. 

DIVISION OF FAMILY AND CHILDREN - Provides child support program, adoption services, assistance for aged, blind, disabled and services for crippled children. For more information call 247-2871 or 247-2880. 

INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS - Help to provide transportation to VA Hospital when needed and also a good source to new information at the local level. To reach the main office call (317) 232-3910 or to contact Robert Jones, Martin Co. Services Officer, call 247-2128. 

INDIANA STATE BOARD OF HEALTH OFFICE FOR SPECIAL POPULATIONS - Focuses on special populations such as: people with disabilities, minority health care, homeless health care, rural health care and migrant health care. For more information call (317) 383-6288. 

INDIANA ADA TRAINING NETWORK - Working with disabled people with the implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). For more information call 1-800-860-7186. 

INDIANA STATE LIBRARY - Maintains a free loan bank of records and record players for visually handicapped persons. Books and magazines have been recorded for use. Maintains Braille collection also. For more information call 1-800-622-4970. 

INDIANA STATE STEERING COMMITTEE FOR ADA - Great Lakes Disability Technical Assistance Center answers questions about the Americans with Disabilities Act. For more information call 1-800-949-4232. 

INDIANA VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SERVICES - Designed to increase employability or physically and mentally handicapped adults through counseling, medical services, prosthetic devices, education, vocational training and more. For more information call (812) 482-4648. 

PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY SERVICE - Protects and serves as an advocate for human rights of developmentally disabled persons. For more information call (317) 232-1150 or 1-800-622-4845. 

RED DOOR INDUSTRIES -- MARTIN CO. (A Division of Four Rivers Rehabilitation Services, Inc.) - Provides developmental, therapeutic, vocational and residential services to individuals with developmental disabilities or challenges. For more information call 295-4494. 

VETERANS HOSPITAL - Provides full range of rehabilitation services for veterans. For more information call (317) 635-7401 or (502) 895-3401.

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPTHAMOLOGY - Makes referrals for persons 65 or older living on a fixed income to participating doctors who provide medical eye exams and treatment for conditions or disease and who accept insurance assignment. No additional cost to participants. Not an eyeglass program. For more information call 1-800-222-3937. - Makes referrals for persons 65 or older living on a fixed income to participating doctors who provide medical eye exams and treatment for conditions or disease and who accept insurance assignment. No additional cost to participants. Not an eyeglass program. For more information call 1-800-222-3937. 

BEDFORD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER - Full service hospital with physical therapy, home health services, cardiac rehabilitation, cardiac catherization, radiology, cardio-pulmonary, mammography, MRI, outreach education, lifeline, Hospice, social services and physician office services including satellite office in Shoals and Loogootee. For more information call 275-1200. 

COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER - Provides family counseling, group home living, and group, individual, marital and chemical dependency therapy. For more information call 1-800-824-7907. 

DIVISION OF FAMILY AND CHILDREN - Provides hospital care and health care for children who have been neglected or abused. For more information call 247-2871. 

GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL - Full service hospital with physical therapy, pediatric pre-admission, heart bi-pass, cardiology, radiology, mammography, diagnostic and treatment center, extended care unit and support groups such as Caring Heart, diabetic classes, child birth classes and Heart Healthy. 24 hour emergency service. For more information call 885-3336. 

HOOSIER UPLANDS HOME HEALTH - In-Home care under doctor's orders by RN's, LPN's, nurses aides, homemakers and physical/occupational/speech therapists. Provides extended hours, screenings, respite, IV therapy, medical social services, home health aide, attendant care classes and education services. For more information call: Shoals 247-3303 or Mitchell 849-4447 or 1-800-827-2219. 

HOOSIER UPLANDS HOSPICE - Hospice provides supportive care for the terminally ill and their families, primarily in the home. Physical care helps control pain and symptoms affecting the quality of life for those facing incurable illness. Medical Social Services help clients cope with social, emotional and financial upheaval. A spiritual counselor is available to address spiritual needs and concerns. Volunteers offer support as "good neighbors" who are willing to sit with someone, run errands or provide a listening ear. Bereavement services are provided to families for at least 12 months following the death of their loved one. For more information call 849-4447 or 1-800-827-2219. 

INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS - Help to provide transportation to VA Hospital when needed and also a good source to new information at the local level. To contact the main office call (317) 232-3910 or to contact Robert Jones, Martin Co. Service Officer, call 247-2128. 

INDIANA EPILEPSY SERVICE - Provides public education, counseling and aid in application procedures such as Medicaid, Social Security, etc. For more information call 376-8014 or 1-800-743-1998. 

THE KIDNEY FOUNDATION - Limited financial aid for medication, medical alert tags and education. For more information call 1-800-382-9971. 

VETERANS HOSPITAL - Provides inpatient/outpatient and emergency medical care, community clinics, psychiatric care, alcoholism unit, drug abuse program and rehabilitation for physically handicapped veterans. For more information call (317) 635-7401 or (502) 895-3401. 

WASHINGTON MEDICAL CENTER, INC. - Provides 3 specialists and urologist, opthamologist, heart physician, obgyn and psychological services. For more information call 254-6696.

COUNTRY PLACE APARTMENTS - Head of household must be 18 or older. 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom apartments available. For more information call 295-4335. - Head of household must be 18 or older. 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom apartments available. For more information call 295-4335. 

DIVISION OF FAMILY AND CHILDREN - Teaches and monitors appropriate skills for housekeeping. For more information call 247-2871. 

HOOSIER UPLANDS RURAL ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - Application assistance for loans and grants. For more information call 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451. 

HUD HOUSING COUNSELING - Provides budget counseling, foreclosure intervention, Section 8 applications and recertifications. For more information call 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451. 

SENIOR CITIZEN HOUSING - For senior citizens and disabled. Some rental assistance. For more information contact Paul Vogler, Manager, at 247-2772. 

SOUTHWIND MANOR - For low-income persons 62 and over, handicapped or disabled. Some apartments specially designed for wheelchairs. Pets welcome. For more information call 295-9866. 

VILLAGE APARTMENTS- 1 and 2 bedroom apartments available and 2 apartments are handicapped accessible. For more information call 247-2023.

ATTORNEY GENERALS OFFICE - Provides information on making complaints against businesses. For more information call (317) 232-6330 or 1-800-382-5516. - Provides information on making complaints against businesses. For more information call (317) 232-6330 or 1-800-382-5516. 

LEGAL SERVICES ORGANIZATION - Provides legal advice and representation for civil matters such as domestic problems, housing issues, social security, SSI, Medicaid, Medicare, welfare, etc. Free services to low-income persons. Telephone applications accepted M, W, F from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. For more information call 339-7668 or 1-800-822-4774. 

MARTIN COUNTY CASA PROGRAM - Provides court appointed advocate for children age birth to 18 in need of service. For more information call 247-3652. 

SOUTHERN INDIANA DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION - Provides an organization for effective communication and coordination among governments and agencies, assists in writing state and local grants, and identifies and develops needs. For more information call 295-3707. 

GENERATIONS - AREA 13 AGENCY ON AGING - Provides Information and Referral, congregate and home bound meals, legal assistance, senior employment, case management, education, training, Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Pre-Admission Screening, ombudsman, advocacy and volunteer opportunities. Has local administrative unit for CHOICE, In-Home Services and Medicaid Waiver Services. For more information call (812) 888-4292 or 1-800-742-9002. - Provides Information and Referral, congregate and home bound meals, legal assistance, senior employment, case management, education, training, Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Pre-Admission Screening, ombudsman, advocacy and volunteer opportunities. Has local administrative unit for CHOICE, In-Home Services and Medicaid Waiver Services. For more information call (812) 888-4292 or 1-800-742-9002. 

GREEN THUMB - Public Service Employment Program for low-income persons age 55 and over. For more information call (812) 522-7930. 

MEDICARE MEDICAL REVIEW ORGANIZATION - Will explain the rights of individuals regarding hospital care and length of stay. PRO can re-evaluate hospital discharge dates. For more information call 1-800-288-1499. 

PSI ENERGY - Due Date Referral - Changes the electric bill due date until after Social Security checks arrive, friend alert will notify someone of your choosing if your electric bill is late, Helping Hand will assist low-income senior and disabled persons with electric bills during February, March and April. Contact your local service office for information.1-800-521-2232. 

SENIOR CENTERS - Serve meals, have activities, take trips and provide non-emergency transportation to doctor appointments, grocery shopping, etc for a small donation. For more information call 247-2525 or 295-3130. 

SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION - Offers assistance and answers to questions regarding Social Security benefits, Medicare A & B enrollment and SSI benefits.

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA - For more information call (812) 336-6809 or 1-800-844-6809. - For more information call (812) 336-6809 or 1-800-844-6809. 

GIRL SCOUTS OF AMERICA - For more information call 1-800-467-6804. 

LOOGOOTEE PUBLIC LIBRARY - Provides educational information, leisure reading and genealogical information. For more information call 295-3713. 

MARTIN COUNTY EXTENSION OFFICE - Provides educational and informational services in agriculture, community development, activities, home economics, 4-H and youth programs. For more information call 247-3041. 

RAINTREE GIRL SCOUT TROOPS - Girl Scouting services for girls ages 5 to 17. Raintree covers 10 counties in Southwestern Indiana, and one county in Illinois. Adult volunteers are always welcome. For more information call (812) 473-8933. 

SENIOR CENTERS - Serve meals, have activities, take trips and provide non-emergency transportation to doctor appointments, grocery shopping, etc. for a small donation. For more information call 295-3130 or 247-2525. 

SHOALS PUBLIC LIBRARY - Books, books on cassette tapes, videotapes, large print books, copy machine, computer, fax machine and typewriter are available for public use. For more information call 247-38383.

ALZHEIMER'S FAMILY RELIEF PROGRAM - Provides direct financial assistance to caregivers or patients for emergency expenses. For more information call 1-800-437-2423. - Provides direct financial assistance to caregivers or patients for emergency expenses. For more information call 1-800-437-2423. 

A.T.T.I.C. (Assistance Technology/Independent Living Center) - Information and Referral for disabled persons. For more information call (812) 886-0575 or 1-800-96-ATTIC. 

CHILD HEALTH PROJECT / WIC - Provides child health care; immunizations, developmental and social screening, lead poisoning and anemia tests, blood pressure and vision screening and nutrition education to children from birth to 18 years, regardless of income. For more information call 247-2188. 

COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER - Provides outpatient psychiatric evaluation and counseling services. For more information call 1-800-824-7907. 

DIVISION OF FAMILY AND CHILDREN - Provides transportation to visit children that are in foster care, makes referrals to different community resources, teaches and monitors appropriate parenting skills. For more information call 247-2871. 

EMPLOYEE COUNSELING OF INDIANA - Provides counseling to do with any and all work-related and personal problems. For more information call 1-800-822-4847. 

HOOSIER UPLANDS - Administers the Head Start Pre-school Program for low-income children; Economic Development to foster improved community living standards; weatherization, energy conservation measures provided in individual homes; respite care to provide relief to an unpaid caregiver; homemaker services to those unable to maintain their homes; in-home services to prevent premature institutionalization; Budget Counseling and Family Services, Self-Sufficiency Program designed to assist low-income families who are highly motivated to become self-sufficient. Participants in this program work intensively with a counselor who stresses positive self-esteem and assists in decision making. For more information call (812) 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451. 

HOOSIER UPLANDS / CONSUMER CREDIT COUNSELING SERVICE - A debt management and budget counseling program designed to deter bankruptcy. This service seeks to assist persons at any income level to better manage their money and financial obligations. For more information call 247-3303 or 1-800-333-2451. 

H.O.P.E. SUPPORT GROUP - Information, peer support and parent education for parents of children with disabilities, chronic illnesses and behavioral disorders. For more information call 854-7846. 

INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS- Help to provide transportation to VA Hospital when needed and also a good source to new information at the local level. To contact the main office call (317) 232-3910 or contact Robot Jones, Martin Co. Service Officer, at 247-2128. 

MARTIN COUNTY COMMUNITY CORRECTION - Offers community service restitution victim / offender mediation where feelings can be expressed and a resolution arrange. Community mediation offers an alternative to formal prosecution. For more information call 247-3652. 

NEW HORIZONS MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES - Based at Washington County Memorial Hospital, New Horizons offers hospitalization for acute mental health illness and beginning Fall 1997 will offer an intensive outpatient program for chemical dependency. Workshops offered monthly and 24 hour emergency services. Medical Director of New Horizons is Dr. Tony Siegel, Psychiatrist. For more information call (812) 883-5881 or crisis line (812) 883-6779. 

SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION - Offers assistance and answers to questions regarding social security benefits, Medicare A & B enrollment and SSI benefits. For more information call (812) 886-0042 or 1-800-772-1213. 

STEPPING STONE SUBSTANCE ABUSE CENTER - Provides inpatient and outpatient detoxification treatment program and counseling for alcohol and drug abusers and their families. 

VETERANS HOSPITAL - Alcohol and drug abuse treatment units. For more information call (317) 635-7401 or (502) 895-3401.

DIVISION OF FAMILY AND CHILDREN - Provides transportation to medical appointments, grocery shopping and visitation to children in foster care. For more information call 247-2871. - Provides transportation to medical appointments, grocery shopping and visitation to children in foster care. For more information call 247-2871. 

INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN AFFAIRS - Help to provide transportation to VA Hospital when needed and also a good source to new information at the local level. To contact the main office call (317) 232-3910 or contact Robert Jones, Martin Co. Service Officer, 247-2128. 

RTC MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION - Provides non-emergency medical transportation. For more information call (812) 634-1373 or 1-800-463-0814. 

SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER - Provide non-emergency transportation to doctor appointments, grocery shopping, etc. for a small donation. For more information call 247-2525. 

W & G AMBULANCE SERVICE - Provides medical transportation and accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private pay or insurance. For more information call (812) 295-9110.

 

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