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INFORMATION AND REFERRAL

Hoosier Uplands - For more information call (812) 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451.

Website: www.hoosieruplands.org

Child Care Resource & Referral - Information services related to children and family. For more information call 723-2273.
French Lick Chamber of Commerce- For more information call 936-2405.
Orleans Chamber of Commerce- For more information call 865-3207.
Paoli Chamber of Commerce- For more information call 723-4769.

CHILDREN'S SERVICES

Boys' and Girls' Clubs - In conjunction with the Diabetes Youth Foundation, camps are held for diabetic children ages seven to 15 and bicycle camp for ages 14 to 19. Also hold two any family camp weekends and an out of state annual teen trip. For more information call (317) 750-9310 or 1-800-695-5864.
Dr. Slanders - Co-founder
Bridgepointe Goodwill & Easter Seals Child Care Development - Our mission statement states "Empowering People to do and be their Best". At Bridgepointe we offer Pediatric Therapy, Children's Academy Preschool and Daycare, Pediatric Family Support, Career Service and Goodwill Stores. For more information call (812) 283-7908.

Camp Super Kid - For asthmatic children ages 7 to 15. Sponsored by the Happy Hollow Camp. Located near Nashville. For more information call (812) 988-4900 or check out the website at www.happyhollowcamp.net.

First Steps- Early intervention for ages birth to three years with developmental delays or at-risk. For more information call 888-285-7386.
Hoosier Uplands Children's Services - Main office is 849-5446 or 1-800-276-2242 or you may also call the Paoli office at (812) 723-4607 or 1-800-893-4191 for more information. Website: www.hoosieruplands.org
Hoosier Uplands Head Start - Half-day preschool program for children ages 3 to 5 whose family income meets established guidelines. Morning and afternoon sessions available Monday through Thursday during the school year. Breakfast and lunch served to morning session; lunch and afternoon snack served during afternoon session. Also full day program. For more information call 723-4607 or 1-800-893-4191. Website: www.hoosieruplands.org

Licensed Day Care Centers - Call Orange County Child Care Cooperative for listings at 723-2273.

Licensed Day Care Homes - Call Hoosier Uplands Information Services for listings. (812) 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451. - Call Hoosier Uplands Information Services for listings. (812) 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451.

Orange County Child Care Cooperative- The cooperative provides training for home day care providers, recreation programs for children, child care food program (CCFP), food subsidy for child care centers, ministry for nutritious snack and meals that serve children, child care subsidy for qualified families (CCDP), parent teacher program, parent education and home visits for ages newborn to kindergarten, Step Ahead Coordinator, child care and community resources, parenting programs and guidance/leadership program as well as the following care clubs:
Kids Club Day Care- Before and after school care, also open during school holidays and breaks. Paoli and Springs Valley Schools. 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; sliding fee scale. For more information call 723-2273. - Before and after school care, also open during school holidays and breaks. Orleans, Paoli and Springs Valley Schools. 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; sliding fee scale. For more information call 723-2273 or 1-800-395-2273.
Wee Care (Paoli) - 5:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Ages six weeks to 12. Sliding Fee Scale. For more information call 723-5285. Now have a toddler and infant room added.
Wee Care (Accross from Springs Valley School) - 5:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Ages 2 to 6 years. Sliding Fee Scale. For more information call 936-7305.
Orange County Division of Family & Children - Provides Child Protection Services, Adoption Services, Foster Care and Day Care Licensing. For more information call 723-3616 or 1-800-262-2347.
Rainbows End Child Care (BRDS) - Licensed day care which accepts children of Orange County residents working in the area. 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 6 weeks to 12 years, kindergarten transportation available. For more information call (812) 738-1979.

Regional Youth Services - Youth counseling, therapeutic foster care, victims of sexual abuse support groups and independent living support groups. For more information call (812) 282-8479.
21st Century Community Learning Center Program: Orleans Elementary School - After school until 6:00 p.m. This is a free program that offers tutoring and Enhanced Education opportunities for children in kindergarten through 6th grade. For more information contact Hoosier Uplands at 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451.
Women-Infant-Children (WIC) - Prenatal care coordination for pregnant women. Lead screening and breast feeding support. Provides nutritional counseling and food vouchers for families with children under 5 years. Also accepts Hoosier Health Wise applications. Open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. For more information call 723-4605.

CRISIS SERVICES

Adult Protective Services- Will investigate report of neglect, abuse and exploitation of persons 18 and over who cannot make informed decisions. For more information call (812) 883-6560, 1-800-992-6987 or State Office (317) 232-0135.
Albion Fellows Bacon Center - Shelter for battered and/or sexually abused women and their children. 24 hours crisis hotline, community education, legal advocacy, sexual assault program, support groups, individual counseling, referral, advocacy services and public speaking presentations available. For more information call (812) 424-7273 or (812) 422-5622. Website www.albionfellowsbacon.org
American Red Cross - Notification to active duty military personnel of death, serious illness or circumstances of immediate family members; disaster assistance, one-family or community. Now offers first aid and CPR classes. For more information call (812) 275-5162. Website www.hhredcross.org
Center for Women and Families - Assists abused women and their families with temporary shelter, counseling, support groups and hospital/court advocacy, also sexual assault services available for men. 24 hour crisis line. All services are free of charge. For more information call (812) 944-6743 or (877) 803-7577. Website www.thecenter.org
Crisis Connection - Assists abuse women and children with safe lodging. Provides support groups for women and children, New Babes and Natural Helpers Programs and information on financial and legal options. Legal and emergency room advocacy and transportation are available. For more information call (812) 482-1555 or hotline 1-800-245-4580. Website www.crisisconnection.inc.org
Hoosier Uplands Energy Assistance Program - Assists with heating and electric bills during fall and winter for low-income persons. For more information call 723-4607 or 1-800-893-4191. Mitchell Office 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451. Website: www.hoosieruplands.org
Orange County Trustees - Provides assistance with some or all of the following to income eligible persons: food, rent, utilities, medical/drug bills, school books and burial expenses.

French Lick...................................................................936-4787
Jackson..........................................................................936-9765
Orleans..........................................................................865-2803
Northwest.....................................................................936-2769
Southeast......................................................................365-2516
Paoli..............................................................................723-5689
Greenfield.....................................................................723-2294
Northeast......................................................................865-3965
Orangeville....................................................................865-2340
Stampers Creek.............................................................755-5127

Orange County Division of Family and Children - Child Protective Services, Medicaid, food stamps, Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC), services for crippled children, foster parents and child support collection program. For more information call 723-3616.

Southern Hills Counseling Center, Inc. - Offers inpatient and outpatient counseling and consultation, case management and substance abuse programs. 24 hour emergency service. For more information call 723-4301 or 1-877-521-3772. For emergency after hours call 1-800-883-4020.
Springs Valley Ministerial Association Food Pantry - Open Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. For more information call 936-4481.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Bloomington Hospital of Orange County - Community Outreach Program- The BHOC Outreach Program provides a wide range of community services including a monthly health screening, job-site health screenings, flu vaccination clinics, CPR and First Aid Classes, speakers for public and civic organizations, diabetic education, smoking cessation, poison prevention program, Senior Health Insurance Information Program (help with Medicare issues)Senior Fair, Ted D. Bear picnic, and car seat checks. The Outreach Program will work with you to design a health education or screening program that meets your group's needs. For details call (812) 723-7474 or 1-800-999-4420. More information available at www.bloomingtonhospital.org
Orange County Child Care Cooperative - Monthly training for home day care providers, parent/child sexuality classes and parenting programs. For more information call 723-2273.
Purdue Extension Service - Orange County - Provides the latest information in money management, food purchasing, storage and preparation, home decorating, consumer concerns, 4-H youth programs, and agricultural production and management. For more information call 723-7107. Website www.ces.purdue.edu.\orange

Success & Opportunity At Reading (SOAR!) - Is a volunteer not-for-profit organization dedicated to adult family literacy who want and need to improve their reading and survival skills. All services are free and confidential to adult students. SOAR! serves adults age 18 and up. We have offices in Lawrence, Martin, Orange, and Washington Counties. SOAR offers: adult literacy, family literacy, reading to get drivers license, voter's registration literacy, reading and filling out applications, kitchen and household literacy, and Pre-GED literacy.

     Orange County: Scheliah Rush, Coordinator
                                  1075 N. Sandy Hook Road
                                  Paoli, IN 47454
                                  (812) 723-3968
                                 scheliahrush@hotmail.com
                                 Hours: M, T, W   10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING

Experience Work - Public Service Employment and Training Program for low income persons age 55 and over. For more information call (812) 522-7930.
WorkOne Transition Resources- Updating job skills, job search, prevocational literacy skills training, vocational training, dislocated workers program and summer youth employment program. For more information call 723-4206.

FOOD-CLOTHING-HOUSEHOLD GOODS

Older Americans Services Corp. - Noon lunches on a donation basis at senior centers for anyone age 60 and over and his or her spouse. Home delivered meals provided to senior citizens through Hoosier Uplands Case Management or private pay. For more information call 865-3352 or 1-800-258-8786.
Springs Valley Ministerial Association Food Pantry - Open Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. For more information call 936-4481.

HANDICAPPED SERVICES

Blue River Development Services - Provides First Steps Early Intervention, Special Education Preschool, Healthy Families, WIC, Rainbows End Child Care Centers, Wyandotte House and Summit View, Transportation Services, Blue River Housing, and BR Grafix Screen Print Shop. Blue River Services, Inc. is a private not-for-profit human service organization that provides an array of services to residents of 18 counites in Southern Indiana. For more information contact (812) 738-4208. Website www.brsinc.org
Bridgepointe Center - Day Care Center (ages 6 weeks to 5 years), rehabilitation services include physical, occupational, and speech therapy, audiology, psychology and medical services. Employment and training opportunities in Goodwill Stores. For more information call (812) 283-7908.
Catalogs for Handicapped - List of catalogs to order clothing, books, sports and recreation equipment, writing tools, and miscellaneous specialty items. Call Hoosier Uplands Information Services at (812) 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451.
Children's Special Health Care Services - Assists the family of handicapped children to identify and access community assistance and financial, recreational, and respite. For more information call (317)233-5600 or 1-800-457-1355.
First Chance Center - Day programs for infant (in-home), playground for toddlers, public transportation and Medicaid transportation. Vocational programs, sheltered employment, supported employment, recreation, and public education. For more information call 812) 723-4486.
Hoosier Uplands/Area 15 Agency on Aging - Provides assistance with the application process for the CHOICE, Medicaid Waiver and SSBG programs. These programs offer housekeeping, respite care, home delivered meals and transportation to persons at risk of nursing home placement. Pre-Admission Screening (PAS) assist with placement of an individual in a nursing home or suitable facility when that individual is no longer able to remain in their home safely. Wheelchairs are available on a temporary basis from satellite offices. For more information call 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451. Website: www.hoosieruplands.org
Indiana State Library - Maintains a free loan bank of cassettes and cassette players 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.
Older Americans Services Corp. - Wheelchair lift van available to transport disabled seniors and Medicaid authorized handicapped individuals. For more information call 865-3352 or 1-800-258-8786.
Southern Hills Counseling Center - Provides counseling and treatment for mentally ill individuals, maintains residential semi-independent living program for chronically mentally ill. For more information call 723-4301 or 1-800-883-4020.
Southern Indiana Center for Independent Living - Promoting a philosophy of independent living, consumer control, peer support, self-help, self determination, equal access, self empowerment, independence of individuals with disabilities. For more information call 277-9626 or 1-800-845-6914. E-Mail sicil@tima.com
Southern Indiana Respite Services - Provides an in-home respite worker to relieve family for short periods. For more information call (812) 945-6868.
Veterans Hospital - Provides a full range of rehabilitation services for veterans. For more information call (502) 895-3401 or (317) 635-7401 ext 3155.

HEALTH SERVICES

American Academy of Opthamology National Eye Care Project - Makes referrals for persons 65 or older living on fixed incomes to participating doctors who provide medical eye exams and treatment for conditions or diseases and who accept insurance assignment. No additional cost to participants. Not an eyeglass program. For more information call 1-800-222-3937 or 1-877-887-6327 at the Administration Office.
American Cancer Society - Reach to recovery (mastectomy) breast cancer program available locally, as well as educational materials. For more information call 1-800-227-2345. The American Cancer Society is the nation wide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer through research education, advocacy, and services. We have several local programs designed to help patients including: Cancer Survivors Network and Make Yours A Fresh Start Family. Trained cancer information specialists are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to answer questions about cancer through our 1-800-ACS-2345 or (812) 336-8423 and www.cancer.org. Please call and see how we may help you or your loved ones.
American Heart Association - Education materials, films, community service programs and cook books. For more information call 1-800-229-1503.
Bloomington Hospital of Orange County - Advancing Medicine Enhancing Health Bloomington Hospital of Orange County is taking care of you – close to home. The goal of this full service facility is to make appropriate, high-quality, cost-effective, customer-focuses health care services accessible to the residents of Orange County and portions of surrounding counties.
BHOC provides quality care, a caring environment and integrity through its service to the community.
The facilities are modern, feature high-tech equipment and are staffed by caring, compassionate professionals who are here to give you the best in health care services.
BHOC also offers a Visiting Specialist Clinic that allows you to experience quality care close to home. Rather than drive to Louisville, Bloomington or Indianapolis, many specialists from a variety of fields come to Paoli on a weekly basis. From cataract surgery to heart specialists and ear, nose and throat clinics to podiatry and oncology, you can receive a wide range of specialized care.
The New Life Center features prepared childbirth classes, a siblings class and modern birthing rooms and patient rooms – even a Jacuzzi tub for helping expecting mothers along.
The Emergency Room is open 24 hours a day to treat patients of all types. Whether you’re stopping by for a test or treatment, let Bloomington Hospital of Orange County’s excellent staff of nurses and doctors care for you.
To find out more about Bloomington Hospital of Orange County and its services, please call 1-800-999-4420 or check us out on the web at www.bloomingtonhospital.org
As for the local physicians that are family practice doctors, there have been changes there as well. All deliver babies except Dr. Hagan, Dr. Collier, and Dr. Mosemann
Bloomington Hospital of Orange County Family Practice Physicians:

Matt Waldron, MD.............French Lick..........936-2425

John Waldron, MD.............Paoli......................723-3944
Merlin Friesen, MD............Paoli......................723-0150
Marion L. Hagan, MD.........French Lick........936-4515
Luke B. Mosemann, MD....Orleans................865-3350
Curtis Thill, MD.................English............... 365-3221
Yolanda Yoder, MD...........Paoli......................723-3944
Jose Lopez, MD................Orleans..................865-3400
John Collier, MD...............French Lick..........936-7720

Bloomington Hospital of Orange County Visiting Specialist Program - Developed to enhance community services and bring medical specialty areas to you. The Visiting Specialist Clinic includes, oncology, gastroenterology, cardiology, pain specialist, general surgeon, gynecology, pediatric, urology, ears-nose-throat, and allergy/immunology. To schedule an appointment with one of the physicians or receive information about a specific specialty, please call the Visit Specialist Clinic. The hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information call 723-7459 or 1-800-999-4420.
Bridgepointe Center - Pediatric Clinic to serve children with undiagnosed disabilities or requiring on-going treatment; child development services include physical, occupational, speech therapy, audiology, psychology, medical and orthopedic. For more information call (812) 283-7908.
Hoosier Uplands Home Health Care - In-home care under doctor's orders by RN's, LPN's, homecare aides, medical social workers, and physical/occupational/speech therapists. Provides services under Medicare, Medicaid Waivers, Commercial Insurance, Private Pay, CHOICE, and SSBG. Also provides flu vaccines annually to the public. For more information call 723-4607. Mitchell Office 849-4447 or 1-800-827-2219. Website: www.hoosieruplands.org
Hoosier Uplands Hospice - Hospice provides supportive care for the terminally ill and their families, primarily in the home or hospital skilled nursing facility. 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. Website: www.hoosieruplands.org
Orange County Department of Family & Children - Medicaid program provides payment for medical, dental and eye care, prescription drugs, medical transportation and hospitalization. Services for children with special needs provides medical support for congenital handicaps and other specifically eligible conditions. For more information call 723-3616.
Orange County Health Department - Public health nursing includes: immunizations, communicable disease follow-up, child health information, information on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Also gives TB Testing. For more information call 723-3600.
Preferred Home Health Care - RN's, LPN's, home health aides, physical/speech/occupational therapy, pastoral care, and social work available. Also provided, blood pressure clinics, blood sugar screenings and community education programs. For more information call 1-800-945-2570.
Senior Smile Program - Provides reduced cost dental care with a participating dentist in your area. Call Hoosier Uplands Information & Referral Services for information at 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451.
Southern Hills Counseling Center - Mental health and chemical dependency counseling and psychological testing. For more information call 723-4301 or emergency 1-800-883-4020.
The Kidney Foundation - Limited financial aid for medications, medical alert tags and education. For more information call 1-800-382-9971.
Women-Infant-Children (WIC) - Prenatal care coordination for pregnant women, free pregnancy tests, and Hoosier Healthwise application. Open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. For more information call 723-4605.

HOUSING

Camelot Court - All Camelot Court complexes serve individuals 62 years and over or disabled. For more information call French Lick, Paoli, and Orleans - 936-2800 or Mitchell - 849-2158.
Edgewood Terrace - All ages welcome - handicapped units available also 1 & 2 bedroom available. For more information call 936-7166.
Hamilton Oaks Apartments - For more information call 936-4665.
Hoosier Uplands Housing Counselor - Provides budget counseling and foreclosure intervention. Section 8 Program assists low-income tenants with acquiring and paying for housing. Tenants pay no more than 40 percent of their adjusted income for rent and utilities and the program pays the remainder to the landlord. For more information call 723-4607, 849-4447 or 1-800-827-2219.
Oak Apartments - Senior Citizen Housing. For more information call 865-2555.
Paoli Heights - All ages welcome. For more information call 723-4000.
Pleasant View - 62 years and over or handicapped. For more information call 936-4257.
School View - 62 years and over or handicapped. For more information call 936-4257.
USDA Rural Development - Subsidized home repair and mortgage loans for very low income & elderly. Subsidized interest rate for home purchase and 1% loans and grants. For more information call (812) 482-1171.
Westgate Manor Apts. I & II - All ages welcome, handicapped units available. For more information call 865-2555.
Windsor Manor - Senior Citizen Housing Only. For more information call 723-3201.

LEGAL SERVICES

Attorney General's Office - Provides information on making complaints against businesses. For more information call (317) 232-6330 or 1-800-382-5516.
Hoosier Uplands - Free legal services to persons 60 or over. Civil matters only, including wills, powers of attorney, etc.; no litigation. Program subject to yearly funding . For more information call 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451. Website: www.hoosieruplands.org
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 service to low-income persons. Telephone applications accepted Monday and Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Tuesdays 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. For more information call (812) 339-7668 or 1-800-822-4774. Website www.indianajustice.org

OLDER ADULT

Duke 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 more information. 1-800-521-2232. Website www.dukeenergy.com
Dunn Memorial Hospital - Age Well Newsletter (55), activities, insurance assistance, discounts and elder alert services. For more information call 275-3331.
Hoosier Uplands/Area 15 Agency on Aging - Provides assistance with the application process for the CHOICE, Title III, Family Caregiver Program, Medicaid Waiver, and SSBG programs. These programs offer housekeeping, respite care, home delivered meals, and transportation to persons at risk of nursing home placement. Pre-Admission Screening (PAS) assists with placement of an individual in a nursing home or suitable facility when that individual is no longer able to remain in their home safely. For more information call 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451. Website: www.hoosieruplands.org
Medicare Quality Improvement - Provides general Medicare and hospital care information. Takes quality of care complaints. For more information call 1-800-288-1499.
Older Americans Services Corp. - Provides noon meals at senior centers, home delivered meals, transportation, homemaker services, attendant care, periodic travel and sightseeing to senior citizens. For more information call 865-3352 or 1-800-258-8786.

RECREATIONAL/CULTURAL

Boy Scouts of American - For more information call 1-800-844-6809.
Girl Scouts of America - For more information call (812) 336-6804.
Hoosier Uplands/Area 15 Senior Games - Senior Games is an annual event held in September for individuals 50 and over. Competition includes dancing, walking, card games, golf, horseshoes, basketball toss and others with medals presented for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. For more information call 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451. Website: www.hoosieruplands.org
Melton Public Library - Provides Preschool Story Times - Reading Programs, Speakers available, Computer classes offered, and books on CD and tape. Hours Monday & Friday 10:00 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday & Sunday closed, and Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Older Americans Services Corp. - Organizes travel, periodic sightseeing trips for senior citizens. See also Senior Center in the Older Adult Section. For more information call 865-3352 or 1-800-258-8786.
Orange County Extension Service/Homemakers Club - Provides learning experiences and develops talents, skills and leadership abilities, provides a variety of educational and learning experiences for adults. For more information call 723-7107.
Orleans Public Library - Video and audio collection, crafts (Spring and Fall), book delivery for elderly homebound, Children's Library, story hour and summer reading program for school-age children and adults. For more information call 865-3270.
Paoli Public Library - Reciprocal borrowing, story hour (summer), large print books, reference service, video collection, books on tape and genealogy. For more information call 723-3841.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Southern Hills Counseling Center, Inc. - Group and individual treatment programs for drug and alcohol abusers and their families. 24 hours crisis calls also. For more information call 723-4301 or 1-800-883-4020.
Veterans Hospitals - Alcohol treatment units. For more information call (502) 895-3401 or (317) 635-7401.

SUPPORT SERVICES

Albion Fellows Bacon Center - Shelter for battered and/or sexually abused women and their children. 24-hour crisis hotline, community education, sexual assault program, support groups referral, individual counseling, advocacy services, legal advocacy, and public speaking presentations available. For more information call (812) 422-9372. Website www.albionfellowsbacon.org
The Angel Foundation - The mission of The Angel Foundation is to facilitate the fulfillment of a lifelong dream or wish for ADULTS IN INDIANA WITH A TERMINAL ILLNESS AND A PROJECTED LIFE SPAN OF ONE YEAR OR LESS. A lifelong dream or wish may consist of any realistic request, which will make a significant difference in the individual's physical, emotional, or spiritual well being. The commitment of The Angel Foundation is to empower communities and recipients to share in the joy of bestowing a gift of love. For more information call (812) 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451. Website: www.hoosieruplands.org
American Red Cross - Notification to active duty military personnel of death, serious illness or circumstances of immediate family members; disaster assistance, one family or community. For more information call (812) 275-5162.
Hoosier Hills Pact - Community Justice Programs include Community Service Restitution, Men's Nonviolence Program, offender risk and needs assessment, substance abuse assessment, and community transition from incarceration in state facilities. Victim advocacy services offer supportive services to victims of crime with a special emphasis on sexual assault and domestic violence, Communities Against Rape Initiative, and community education and outreach. For more information call 723-2621.
Hoosier Uplands - Administers the Head Start Preschool Program for low-income children; Economic Development to foster improved living standards; weatherization, energy conservation measures provided in individual homes; Pre-Admission Screening to prevent inappropriate nursing home placement, 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, 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 723-4607 or 1-800-893-4191. The Mitchell Office at 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451. Website: www.hoosieruplands.org
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. Volunteer 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 at least 12 months following the death of their loved one. For more information call (812) 849-4447 or 1-800-827-2219. Website: www.hoosieruplands.org
HoosierRX Program - HoosierRX may be able to help you pay for your monthly Medicare Part D premium. To be eligible you must: be an Indiana resident 65 or over, have a yearly income of $14,940 or less for a single person or $20,040 or less for a married couple living together, have to apply for the "Medicare Extra Help" and received either a "Notice of Award" or "Notice of Denial" from social security. For more information call (812) 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451.
Orange County Child Care - Intake agent for CCDF. For more information call 723-2273.
Regional Youth Services - Provides youth counseling, therapeutic foster care, victims of sexual abuse support groups and independent living support groups. For more information call (812) 282-8479.
Southern Hills Counseling Center, Inc. - Group and individual treatment programs for drug and alcohol abusers and their families. 24 hour crisis calls. For more information call 723-4301 or emergency 1-800-883-4020.
Stepping Stone Detoxification Center - Provides residential and detoxification programs and outpatient services. For more information call (812) 473-3104 or (812) 473-3144.
Support Groups - For a listing of support groups available to Orange County residents, call Hoosier Uplands Information Services at 849-4457 or 1-800-333-2451.
Veterans Hospital - Alcohol treatment units. For more information call (502) 895-3401.
Women-Infant-Children Program (WIC) - Provides nutrition counseling and food vouchers for families with children under 5 years. For more information call 723-4131.

TRANSPORTATION

First Chance Center - Medically and Handicapped basic needs. Call and set up appointment at 723-4043.
M & C Ambulance Service - Provides medical transportation and accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private pay or insurance. For more information call (812) 295-9110.
Older Americans Services Corp. - Provides Medicaid transportation for anyone with authorization. Provides transportation to seniors age 60 and over for medical trips, shopping and personal business trips. Wheelchair lift vans are also available. For more information call 865-3352 or 1-800-258-8786.

SPECIAL INTEREST TOLL FREE NUMBERS

AIDS Hotline.......................................................................1-800-848-AIDS
American Cancer Society......................................................1-800-227-2345
Child Abuse Resource Exchange.........................................1-800-962-2798
Child Help USA (Child Sexual Abuse)...............................1-800-422-4453
Consumer Complaints..........................................................1-800-382-5516
Eldercare Locator...................................................................1-800-677-1116
Family Wellness Hotline.......................................................1-800-433-0746
Federal Information Center..................................................1-800-688-9889
Department of Children's Services.......................................1-800-622-4932
Home Health Care Hotline...................................................1-800-227-6334
Human Services Disability Office.........................................1-800-622-4968
Long Term Care Ombudsman Hotline................................1-800-622-4484
Medicaid.................................................................................1-800-392-0938
Medicare.................................................................................1-800-622-4792
Medicare Peer Review............................................................1-800-288-1499
Missing or Exploited Children..............................................1-800-843-5678
National Adolescent/Runaway Suicide Crisis Hotline..........1-800-621-4000
National Center for Nutrition and Dietetics.........................1-800-366-1655
Poison Control Center.............................1-800-382-9097 or 1-800-222-1222
Senior Information and Assistance Center............................1-800-432-2422
Social Security Information....................................................1-800-772-1213
State Agency/Program Information.......................................1-800-432-2422
Veteran's Administration Regional Office.............................1-800-827-1000
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