Hey there Tumblr in the United States, so something I really want to talk about are CAP agencies. Don't know what that is? Don't worry, a lot of people don't but that why I'm here to educate you!
CAP stands for Community Action Program/Partners and basically if you are low income, elderly disabled and/or have children in your home you can totally apply for so many different programs that might be able to help/save your life through your local agency! For example, if you use heating oil during the winter, there are programs that can help you get free/emergency fuel. There are programs that can help you get better access to healthy, locally-grown food. There are programs revolving around childcare and headstart. There are programs for rental assistance, transportation and so much more! There are case managers, people that can repair your house, help you find recovery options and so much more.
Please, I wish more people knew about CAP agencies and how much they can help you if you are truly struggling. Most of these programs are based off income and if you contact an agency and follow through with the steps, you can and will get help SOMEHOW. These agencies have connections to so many local resources that could be beneficial to you or your family and friends.
Find your CAP agency here!
Please look up your local agency and read about what services/programs they offer on their website or call them. So many people want to help and these are the local programs you can trust because it's literally someone within your own county/town/state trying to help you.
I just want the word to spread; I work for a CAP agency myself and so many people don't know about these programs or are too proud to even consider how much better their life could be with just a little help. Plus, the more people that use these programs, that often means that much more federal grant money gets put towards these programs which means more help for more people.
TW: DV, abuse
Also, if you are in a situation where you are being abused or maybe you suspect elderly abuse in your home, a lot of us that work there are mandated reporters which means if we suspect abuse based on reasonable evidence/you tell us you or someone else is being abused/neglected, we can and will report it for you; full stop. Obviously, this can be amazing or horrible depending on your stage of plan so please just consider this if you apply but please know that someone there always wants to help you.
If you've ever had an experience with a CAP agency, sound off below please so people can know what kind of programs and help there is available!!!
