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Access to Aid Episode 11: Parenting Resources for Low-Income Families
Parenting is already a full-time job. But when you're also struggling to keep a roof over your children's heads, it can feel...
McKenzie Connelly
8 hours ago3 min read
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Access to Aid Episode 10: Accessing Low-Cost Mental and Physical Health Care
Today, we’re talking about one of the most urgent and overwhelming needs when you're in crisis: how to get affordable or free health and...
McKenzie Connelly
May 302 min read
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Access to Aid Episode 9: Resources for Unaccompanied Youth
Who Are Unaccompanied Youth? According to the National Center for Homeless Education , an unaccompanied homeless youth is someone under...
McKenzie Connelly
May 232 min read
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Access to Aid Episode 8: The Housing First Initiative
What is Housing First? Housing First is an approach that prioritizes providing permanent housing to people experiencing homelessness...
McKenzie Connelly
May 162 min read
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Access to Aid Episode 7: McKinney-Vento Act Resources in Louisiana
What Is the McKinney-Vento Act? The McKinney-Vento Act is a federal law that ensures students experiencing homelessness have equal access...
McKenzie Connelly
May 92 min read
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Access to Aid Episode 6: Back to School
There are many options for you to improve your education and get the degree you've been dreaming of! Going back to school can be daunting...
McKenzie Connelly
Jun 21, 20243 min read
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Access to Aid Episode 5: Affordable Childcare Services for Families in Need
There are many options for families in need to obtain free or low-cost childcare! Most of the options available for Texans are explained...
McKenzie Connelly
Jun 18, 20242 min read
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Access to Aid Episode 4: Unemployment Benefits and Job Searching
The first part of this episode provides an overview of how you can apply for assistance while you are unemployed. The second part...
McKenzie Connelly
Jun 14, 20242 min read
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Access to Aid Episode 3: Benefits Available through the IDEA
Children with diagnosed disabilities have access to additional services through your local education agency (LEA)! The legislation...
McKenzie Connelly
Jun 10, 20244 min read
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Access to Aid Episode 2: Navigating the McKinney-Vento Act
The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act is the federal legislation contained in 42 U.S.C. § 11431-11435 that defines and protects...
McKenzie Connelly
Jun 7, 20242 min read
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Access to Aid Episode 1: Applying for Free and Reduced Lunch
If you qualify for unemployment, TANF, SNAP, WIC, or other forms of governmental aid, then you should apply through your child's school...
McKenzie Connelly
Jun 3, 20242 min read
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