Resources to Assist People

(Gathered this info Nov 2024, please let me know if a link doesn't work or you have suggestions)

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Resources for the Elderly

• Senior Bluebook Resources For Aging Well - Have questions about Aging? Here at Seniors Blue Book, we are all things SENIOR. Come explore local options or connect with one of our specialists to help your search.
• AARP  AARP stands for American Association of Retired Persons, and is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that focuses on issues affecting people over 50. Founded in 1958 by retired educator Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, AARP's headquarters are in Washington, D.C. As of 2018, the organization had over 38 million members.
• AARP Tech Help   Home & Family - Personal Technology Resource Center
• AARP Fraud Watch  Fraud Watch Network is a free resource for all. With AARP as your partner, you’ll learn how to proactively spot scams, get guidance from our fraud specialists if you’ve been targeted, and feel more secure knowing that we advocate at the federal, state, and local levels to protect consumers and enforce the law.
• AARP Todays Tips Do you love learning practical new ways to help improve your life? Join AARP as we dish out tips to make the most of your health, money and happiness – all in five minutes or less.
• Utah Nonprofit Housing Corporation (UNPHC) -  The mission of (UNPHC) is to improve “quality of life” by providing decent, safe, affordable housing, focusing on low- and very-low-income individuals and families. 
• AMAC is a membership organization for people age 50 and over. The group calls itself "the conservative alternative to the AARP." It is one of several organizations to position itself as a conservative rival to the AARP; others include the American Seniors Association and 60 Plus Association.
• Assistance for seniors: UofU center on Aging
• Tech Charities Helping families and students reach their goals by providing affordable computers and training. Need a free (or nearly free) computer?
• Kim Komando's Newsletter Help for anyone using digital gadgets

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Resources for Everyone

Housing Assistance:
(1) The Utah Department of Workforce Services (DWS) has Housing and Community Development Division that provides rent assistance: 801-468-0000
or https://jobs.utah.gov/housing/

(2) Utah 211 provides contacts and resources for food, shelter, medical aid, and children's needs in Utah: Dial 211 or visit http://www.211utah.org

(3) Family Promise Salt Lake provides emergency shelter for families: 801-961-8622
or https://www.fpsl.org/

Job Assistance:
(1) Utah's Department of Workforce Services (DWS) has resources for job search including placement services, job training, and resume assistance: https://jobs.utah.gov/
(2) Workforce Services also offers a computer lab for job searching: 

Financial Assistance:
(1) Temporary Assistance For Needy Families (TANF) provides a monthly cash grant to help families with children get back on their feet: 

(2) You may also be eligible for Utah's Food Stamps program or the Woman, Infants, and Children (WIC) program: Dial 211 or visit http://www.211utah.org

Domestic violence resources:
https://www.womenslaw.org/find-help/ut?gclid=Cj0KCQiAn-2tBhDVARIsAGmStVnQromGrBBdsQqHpY6zTFmo-KFGLUqjBryNb-QZBXkTg1etBlwjgxEaAhpNEALw_wcB

https://therefugeutah.org/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAn-2tBhDVARIsAGmStVnz-GQrCPzvCtxGiMCUosZQzciyKTRWY-MILx7qwE_nopFqlKjAC_caAnXLEALw_wcB

https://udvc.org/

https://www.domesticshelters.org/help/ut/salt-lake-city/84111/salt-lake-area-family-justice-center-at-the-ywca-utah

Emergency food pantries:

Utah food bank locations

https://www.crossroadsurbancenter.org/food.html

https://www.utahfoodbank.org/get-help/

https://www.crossroadsurbancenter.org/westside.html

Hildegarde’s Pantry, 231 E 100 South, SLC Tues, Wed, Fri - 11:00-1:30 Thur - 5:00-6:30

Food resources (weekly, daily, some are deliveries) plus additional help:
Emergency Food
Feeding Families

Food Justice Coalition free lunches program/application:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfbf0OFKwmilaWK2_m7mZvycXs679YSMeHxNU6gJeDkc3PcWQ/viewform?fbclid=IwAR2u4TIHdT8SzzbhjLPypE8TFI2EmjqxdN98sEH8jn94HQzUDuhwN4xtVeo

Sugarhouse Community Fridge, 720 E Loveland Ave -
https://saltlake.citycast.fm/neighbors/community-run-pantries-and-fridges

Unsheltered (but also others): https://endutahhomelessness.org/salt-lake-valley/community-resource-guide/

Movie nights for unsheltered:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904094AADAD2E5-unsheltered2#/

Code Blue Alerts and additional help/lists: https://endutahhomelessness.org/contact-us/

Families:

Family Promise SL: https://familypromisesaltlake.org/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/502726457302384/user/100068851059789/
https://www.mihp.utah.gov/maternal-resource-guide-utah/food-formula-diapers?fbclid=IwAR01LaqSFvct6cygQ9BAMO0CwvsuF09aBaHJx5U9IWX9_eW3ovYKZJZ_5k

https://www.murraychildrenspantry.org/

Specific for diapers:
https://ut.medicalhomeportal.org/services/category/671
https://www.utahdiaperbank.org/partners

Assistance for people with autism and their families:
https://www.autismspeaks.org/financial-autism-support

Assistance with bills:
https://www.needhelppayingbills.com/html/utah_salvation_army_financial_.html

HEAT program in Utah:
https://jobs.utah.gov/housing/scso/seal/heat.html

Dominion Energy - about their budget plan for future bills. Here is a link to learn more about this plan (equal monthly payments throughout the year). They also have links on their website for organizations that help with energy bills. https://www.dominionenergy.com/utah/billing/billing-options-and-assistance/budget-billing#:~:text=Budget%20Billing%20

Hire on demand app: https://www.baconwork.com/?fbclid=IwAR2vxlaA2NMyzmWBzjRfsfvKXgr1e0a5__Sizi5epqls5pAgZ4-eLb-S33I

Free phones/tablets:
https://www.needhelppayingbills.com/html/free_tablet_or_phone_with_ebt.html

https://standupwireless.com/blog-free-tablets-for-low-income-families-for-school-for-work-for-life/

Salt Lake Mutual Aid is a great resource for less known agencies and services:

https://slcmutualaid.com/  or Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/groups/covid19mutualaidslc/ 

Community Resource and Homeless Guide

Also: Bishops in your area. Most of them will help but not all. Here is an article (controversial) about LDS assistance in Utah. https://www.propublica.org/article/utahs-social-safety-net-is-the-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints-what-does-that-mean-if-youre-not-one

Pet food:
https://www.ruffhaven.org/petpantry 

Please note this guide does not serve as an endorsement or promotion of any specific organization and simply reflects currently available resources. 

(Gathered this info Nov 2024, please let me know if a link doesn't work or you have suggestions)

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Why is someone sending friend requests from me on Facebook

Someone might clone your Facebook profile to impersonate you online, typically to send friend requests to your contacts and then use that access to scam them by asking for money, sharing malicious links, or gathering personal information, all while pretending to be you; this is done by copying your profile picture, name, and other publicly available information to create a convincing fake account.

Key points about Facebook profile cloning:

• Scamming intent:

  The primary reason for cloning is to deceive your friends into believing they are interacting with you, allowing the scammer to solicit money or personal information.
• Easy access to information:

  Since much of your Facebook profile is publicly visible, including your profile picture and basic details, it's relatively easy for someone to create a copy.
• Friend request tactic:

  Cloned profiles often send friend requests to your existing contacts, who might readily accept believing it's you.

How to protect yourself:

• Review privacy settings:

  Limit what information is publicly visible on your profile, including your friends list. (Use this link to run a Facebook privacy check to make sure you are aware of what can and canot be seen by friends and public. Most of mine are set to My Eyes Only.  Privacy Checkup LINK  )
• Be cautious with friend requests:

  Always verify the identity of someone sending a friend request, especially if it seems suspicious.
• Report cloned profiles:

  If you discover a cloned account, report it to Facebook immediately. If you can see the new cloned account, use the 3 dots to choose and report the profile as a fake. Eventually block the clone account if Facebook doesn't take it down.  

  
• Inform your friends:

  If you suspect your profile has been cloned, let your friends know to be wary of any unusual messages or requests from you. 

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