Montana Carbon County Resource Directory
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Montana Carbon County Resource Directory
Montana Carbon County Resource Directory Text Version Seven AmeriCorps* VISTA Jessica M. Briggs 1/22/2014 1 Table of Contents I. Addiction Services a) General Addiction Services b) Addiction Support Groups pages 4-6 page 4 page 5 II. Community Programs a) General Community Programs b) Local Area Churches c) Local Organizations and Clubs pages 7-20 page 7 page 9 page 16 III. Crisis Resources a) General Crisis Resources b) Area Food Banks and Food Programs c) Disaster Recovery Resources d) Domestic and Criminal Violence Resources e) Emergency Services f) Second Hand Stores pages 21-30 page 21 page 23 page 24 page 26 page 28 page 29 IV. Disability Services a) General Disability b) Disability Family Support c) Disability Employment pages 31-34 page 31 page 33 page 34 V. Education Programs a) General Education Programs b) Area Higher Education c) Carbon County Public Schools d) GED Preparation e) Scholarships and Money Saving Programs f) Young Child Education pages 35-43 page 35 page 36 page 37 page 39 page 40 page 42 VI. Employment Programs a) General Employment Programs b) Employment Agencies pages 44-49 page 44 page 48 VII. Financial Resources a) General Financial Resources b) Energy Assistance c) Financial Management and Tax Assistance d) Financial Resources for Living Expenses pages 50-58 page 50 page 51 page 53 page 56 VIII. Government Offices a) Carbon County Offices b) City and County Courts c) Emergency Services d) Federal Offices and Post Offices e) Town and City Halls pages 59-66 page 59 page 61 page 63 page 64 page 65 2 IX. Hotlines and Helplines pages 67-68 X. Housing Programs a) General Housing Programs b) Assistance in Home Buying c) Local Housing d) Programs for Landlords and Communities e) Rental Assistance pages 69-76 page 69 page 69 page 73 page 74 page 75 XI. Legal Resources a) Legal Aid and Information b) Miscellaneous Legal Programs pages 77-79 page 77 page 78 XII. Local Area Phone Numbers pages 80-81 XIII. Medical Services a) General Medical Services b) Hospitals, Medical and Health Centers c) Independent Living Programs d) Insurance, Prescription and Financial Assistance e) Pregnancy and Family Planning Programs f) Medical Services for Youths g) Mental Health Service pages 82-97 page 82 page 85 page 88 page 89 page 93 page 95 page97 XIV. Online Resources and Information page 98 XV. Senior Services and Resources a) General Senior Resources b) Independent Living Programs c) Senior Citizen’s Center pages 99-102 page 99 page 101 page 101 XVI. Transportation page 103 XVII. Veteran Resources a) General Veteran Resources b) Veteran Affairs and Other Government Programs c) Veteran Community Organizations d) Veteran Recovery Resources pages 104-112 page 104 page 106 page 109 page 111 XVIII. Youth Resources and Programs a) General Youth Programs b) Youth Education and Development Programs c) Youth Medical Programs d) Youth Nutrition Programs pages 113-121 page 113 page 115 page 118 page 120 XIX. Index pages 1213 I. Addiction Services a) General Addiction Services Carbon County Mental Health Center Satellite Street Address: 5 East Ninth Street Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 482 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-2500 or (800)-266-7198 Website: http://www.mhcbillings.org/?page=redlodge Hours of Operation: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8AM-5PM and Wednesdays, 1PM-5PM By appointment, Mondays through Thursdays. Services Provided: Provides professional and confidential services for those who experience symptoms of mental health, addiction and co-occurring disorders. Services provided include: Confidential Evaluations, Confidential Mental Health Assessments, Education, Court Ordered Classes, Outpatient counseling services and Educational Services. Eligibility: Resident of Region III and Adolescents or Adults Costs: Accepts a variety of insurance companies, credit cards, and payment plans, and can determine if you qualify for financial aid based on a sliding fee scale. Montana Council on Problem Gambling Mailing Address: P.O. Box 50071 Billings, MT 59105-0071 Hotline Phone Number: 1-888-552-9076 Carbon County Counselor: W. James Smith (406)446-2214 or (406)671-6289 cell phone Website: www.mtcpgambling.com Email: jim-access1@msn.com Group Counseling: Therapeutic group sessions give gamblers the opportunity for treatment with others who are being treated for a gambling addiction. “Hope and Help” Program: This program offers individual, group and educational programming for problem gamblers and/or their families. “Hope and Help” offers the most comprehensive programming for treating problem gamblers and their families. Rimrock Foundation Street Address: 1231 North 29th St PO Box 30374 Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)248-3175 or 1800-227-3953 Website: http://www.rimrock.org/ Email: admtsupv@rimrock.org Eligibility: 13 years of age or older Services Offered: Inpatient care, Adolescent inpatient care, crisis stabilization, outpatient care, intervention, aftercare program, intensive outpatient care and day treatment addiction program for gambling addictions, eating disorder treatment and chemical dependency. Other programs at Rimrock include Court School, Alpha-Stim Treatment, recreational therapy and family programs. Costs of Services: Current rate table available at http://www.rimrock.org/about-us/treatment-costs/. 4 Stillwater County Mental Health Center Satellite Street Address: 410 E. Pike Avenue Columbus, MT 59019 Mailing Address: PO Box 238 Columbus, MT 59019 Phone Number: (406)322-4514 Services Offered: Outpatient services: counseling to all ages, individuals, couples and family groups. Emergency services: consultation and education services (screening and evaluation) Chemical Addiction and Dependency Services: outpatient program, chemical dependency evaluations, intensive outpatient program, aftercare and ACT/DUI program. Sweet Grass County Mental Health Center Satellite Street Address: 115 West Fifth Ave. Big Timber, MT 59011 Mailing Address: PO Box 236 Big Timber, MT 59011 Phone Number: (406)932-5924 Services Offered: Outpatient services: counseling to all ages, individuals, couples and family groups. Emergency services: consultation and education services (screening and evaluation) Chemical Addiction and Dependency Services: outpatient program, chemical dependency evaluations, intensive outpatient program, aftercare and ACT/DUI program. b) Addiction Support Groups Al-Anon Joliet Al-Alon Family Groups offer support and strength for friends and family of problem drinkers. Website: http://www.al-anon.alateen.org/ Montana Website: http://www.mt.al-anon.alateen.org/ Meeting Time: Fridays 5:30 PM Meeting Place: Joliet Lutheran Church 201 West Central Avenue Joliet, MT Contact Phone Number: (406)698-8013 Al-Anon Laurel Al-Alon Family Groups offer support and strength for friends and family of problem drinkers. Montana Website: http://www.mt.al-anon.alateen.org/ Meeting Time in Laurel: 1:30PM Mondays and 7PM on Wednesdays Meeting Place: 201 1/2 East Main, Laurel MT Al-Anon Red Lodge Al-Alon Family Groups offer support and strength for friends and family of problem drinkers. Website: http://www.al-anon.alateen.org/ Montana Website: http://www.mt.al-anon.alateen.org/ Meeting Time: Thursdays 5:30 PM Meeting Place: St. Agnes Catholic Church, 1 North Word Ave., Red Lodge. Contact Phone Number: (406)425-4132 5 Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Bridger Group Meeting Location: Bridger United Methodist Church 222 West Broadway Meeting Time: Tuesday 7PM Open Meeting Information on A.A: Alcoholics Anonymous® is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Hotline: 888-607-2000 Website: http://www.aa-montana.org/index.php Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Fromberg Clark Fork Group Meeting Location: St. Joseph’s Church 202 N Montana Ave Fromberg, MT 59029 Meeting Time: Thursdays 7 PM Open Meeting Contact Phone Number: (406)662-3550 Information on A.A: Alcoholics Anonymous® is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Joliet Meeting Location: Joliet Community Center 209 E. Front Ave. Joliet (enter through parking lot door) Meeting Time: Mondays 7 PM Open Meeting Information on A.A: Alcoholics Anonymous® is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Laurel Home Group Meeting Location: 201 1/2 East Main, Laurel MT 59044 Open Meetings: Sundays 8PM and Thursdays 8PM Closed Meetings: Mondays 12PM and 8PM, Tuesdays 12PM, Wednesdays 12PM, Thursdays 12PM, Fridays 12PM and 8PM, Saturdays 12PM Information on A.A: Alcoholics Anonymous® is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Red Lodge Rock Creek Group Meeting Location: Calvary Episcopal Church 9 N. Villard Ave (back door) Open Meetings: Tuesdays 8AM and Saturday 8AM Closed Meetings: Friday 7PM Information on A.A: Alcoholics Anonymous® is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Hotline: 888-607-2000 Website: http://www.aa-montana.org/index.php 6 II. Community Programs a) General Community Programs Beartooth Humane Alliance Mailing Address: PO Box 2333 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-3500 Website: www.beartoothhumane.org Email: info@beartoothhumane.org Services: Beartooth Humane Alliance assists the people and animals of Carbon County by helping companion animals in need, promoting responsible animal care through education, providing solutions to dog and cat overpopulation, and serving as an animal welfare resource. Lost and Found pet listing. Adoptable Pets: The BHA assists homeless pets and citizens with pets they can no longer care for through its fostering and adoption programs. Operation Nip and Tuck: An annual free spay/neuter clinic for the dogs and cats of Carbon County. Safe Haven from Domestic Violence: A collaboration between BHA and Domestic and Sexual Violence Services(DSVS) to put the pets of survivors of violence into foster homes while survivors make arrangements for themselves and their pets. Hay Bank: Provides free hay for horse owners who are experiencing financial hardships. The hay is at no cost to qualified recipients for 30 days. Low Cost Spay/Neuter Vouchers Available: The BHA provides vouchers to qualified Carbon County residents for low-cost spay-neuter services for dogs and cats. The vouchers will be honored at Grizzly Peak Animal Hospital, Bridger Veterinary Clinic, and Red Lodge Veterinary Clinic beginning January 1 until funding is exhausted. Residents will make a small co-payment based on pet type, gender and weight. Bridger Public Library Street Address: 119 West Broadway Avenue Bridger, MT 59014 Mailing Address: PO Box 428 Bridger, MT 59014 Phone Number: (406)662-3598 Email Contact: bridgerlibrary@brmt.net Website: bridgerpubliclibrary.org and access Bridger’s catalog online at mymontanalibrary.org Hours of Operation: Monday and Wednesday 1-5 PM and Tuesday 9AM-Noon Internet Access: Three public access computers with broadband internet and wireless access. Services for Children: Children’s videos, summer reading program on Monday mornings and an expanding easy reader and junior section of both fiction and nonfiction titles. Services for “aging eyes”: A large selection of LARGE TYPE books and more LARGE TYPE books are obtained through Parmly Billings Library on a rotating basis. Services in video and audio: Over 400 audio books on tape and CD, videos and DVDs of various interest and access to all titles available on montanalibrary2go.org. Services: Collection of Adult Fiction, online genealogy resource, Book Club that will begin meeting in the fall and continue throughout the school year and a section of Montana fiction and Montana nonfiction. 7 Joliet Community Center Physical Address: 209 E Front Ave. Joliet, MT 59041 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 29 Joliet, MT 59041 Events Coordinator: (406)962-9027 Joliet Public Library: (406)962-3013 Tuesday 11-7, Wednesday 10-6, Thursday 11-7 and Saturday 9-1 Riverstone Health Clinic: (406)962-9062 Tuesday 8-5 and Friday 8-5 Head Start: (406)962-3012 Joliet Physical Therapy: (406)962-9860 Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8-5 Seniors lunch at noon on Tuesdays Email: jolietcommunitycenter@gmail.com Joliet Public Library Physical Address: 209 E Front Ave. Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406)962-3013 Library Hours: Tues 11AM-7PM, Wed10AM-6PM, Thurs 11AM-7PM and Sat 9AM-1PM Internet Access: Four public computers that are free for the public to use and wireless internet is free. Email: jolietlib@yahoo.com Webpage: http://jolietlib.org/ Red Lodge Carnegie Library Physical Address: 3 West 8th Street Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 1068 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-1905 Hours of Operation: Tuesday through Saturday 10AM to 6PM Internet Access: Computer terminals available for public use and WiFi available. Email Contact: rlibrary@cablemt.net Red Lodge Farmers Market Summer Market: June to the end of September in Lions Park on Fridays from 3:30 to 6:30 Winter Market: October to May at the Elks Club second Thursday of each month from 3:30 to 6:30 Steering Committee Contact: Martha Brown (406)445-7214 Services: Farmers Market is able to take credit cards, debit cards and accepts SNAP credits (Supplementary Nutrition Assistance Program) in exchange for shopping tokens. Red Lodge Recycling Physical Address: North of town on highway 212 Phone Number: (406)446-1722 Hours of Operation: Wednesday and Saturday from 10Am to 4Pm Appointments: Available Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays Accepted Recycle Material: Newspaper and Magazines, plastic milk jugs and pop bottles cleaned with no caps, clean tin cans, clean soda cans and cardboard. 8 b) Local Area Churches Beartooth Mountain Baptist Church Street Address: 712 South McGillen Ave. and 19th Street, Red Lodge MT Mailing Address: PO Box 1712 Red Lodge, MT Phone Number: (406) 425-1167 Contact: Pastor Russell Pruitt Web Site: beartoothmountainbaptist.org E-mail: beartoothmtnbapt@aol.com Education: Sunday School 10AM Sundays and Bible Study Thursday Nights 7PM Worship: 11AM Sundays and Sunday night service at 6:30 PM Calvary Episcopal Church Street Address: 9 North Villard Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 3480 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)-425-0388 or (406)-850-3277 Contact: Reverend Joan M. Yetter Worship: Sundays 9:00 AM Outreach Services: Luncheon every last Saturday of the month 11:30-1pm Christian Life Assembly of God Street Address: 211 North Broadway Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-1455 Website: http://www.christianlifeag.com Contact: Reverend Ernie Robison Worship: Sundays 10:30AM Education: Sunday School Sundays 9:30 AM Christian Church Disciples of Christ Street Address: 101 N 1st Joliet, MT 59041 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 208 Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406)962-3225 Contact: Reverend John Keener Email: revjmk@cablemt.net Church of Christ Street Address: 1010 South White Avenue Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1036 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-1575 or (406)446-2784 Worship: Sundays 11 AM Sunday School: Sundays 10 AM 9 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Street Address: 8 West Fork Road, Red Lodge Phone Number: (406) 446-1353 Worship: Sundays 9AM Sunday School: Sundays 10:20AM Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Belfry Street Address: 10 Dutch Ln, Belfry, Mt 59008 Phone Number: (406) 664-3222 Worship: Sundays 10 AM Clarks’ Fork Baptist Church Street Address: 116 South C Street Bridger, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406)662-3381 Contact: Pastor Pat Taylor Sunday School: 9AM Sundays Worship: 10AM Sundays Bible Study: Wednesdays 7PM Family Bible Church Street Address: 126 Railway Ave, Roberts, MT, 59070 Mailing Address: PO Box 145 Roberts, MT. 59070 Phone Number: (406)445-9108 or cell (406)435-2377 Contact: Pastor David L. Jiles Worship: Sundays 9:30 AM Bible Study: Wednesdays 7PM Fields of Grace Baptist Church Street Address: 14 N Montana Ave. Fromberg, MT 59029 (in the Fromberg Methodist church building) Mailing Address: P.O. Box 417 Fromberg, MT 59029 Phone Number: (406)445-7114 Contact: Pastor Russell Pruitt Worship: Sunday Evening at 5:00 pm E-mail: preacherruss@aol.com Fromberg United Methodist Church Street Address: 214 Montana Avenue Fromberg, MT 59029 Phone Number: (406)668-9133 Contact: Pastor Tryg Forsythe Worship: Sunday 11AM 10 Hope Chapel Street Address: Red Lodge Foursquare 24 South Broadway unit 3 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 209, Red Lodge MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-9004 Website: http://hopechapelredlodge.com/ Contact: Pastor Dan Swaingson Email Contact: danswany2@yahoo.com Worship: Sundays 10AM Joliet Baptist Church Street Address: 605 West Central Avenue Joliet, MT 59401 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 155 Joliet, MT 59401 Phone Number: (406) 962-2235 Contact: Pastor Robert Reed Email: mdr63@imt.net Education: Sunday School Sundays 9:30AM and Bible Study Wednesdays 7:30PM Worship: Sundays 10:30AM Awana: Tuesdays 6:30PM Joliet Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Street Address: 101 N 1st St, Joliet, MT 59041 Mailing Address: PO Box 208 Joliet, MT 59041 Phone: (406)962-3225 or (406)962-7089 Contact: Reverend John Keener Worship: Sunday 10:00 AM Joliet Lutheran Church Street Address: 201 West Central Avenue Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406)962-3596 Contact: Pastor Rick Green Worship: Saturday 5PM and Sunday 11AM Friends of Faith: Children K to 6th grade meets Wednesdays at 3:45 PM Joliet Wesleyan Church Street Address: 2nd and Carbon Avenue Joliet, MT 59041 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 146 Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406) 962-3975 Contact: Pastor Samuel Smith Worship Service: Sundays 11AM Word and Communion Service: Sundays 8AM Sunday School: Sundays 9:45 AM 11 Lighthouse Bible Church Street Location: 110 E Central Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406)962-9824 Contact: Micah Snodgrass Services: Sunday Worship 10:30AM Luther Community Church Street Address: 233 Lower Luther Road, Luther, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 4371 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)425-9157 Contact: Reverend Bob Bilyeu Email: luthercommunitychurch@gmail.com Website: http://cityofredlodge.com/worship/default.asp?crlID=lcc Worship: 10:45 AM Sundays with nursery Provided Sunday School: 9:30 AM Sunday Messiah Lutheran Church Street Address: 723 South Adams Avenue Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1330 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-2430 Website: www.redlodgemessiah.com Email: messiahprayers@gmail.com Contact: Rev. Kim L. Wilker Worship: Sundays 9:30AM and 10:30AM with Sunday School for grades 5 and lower Sunday Forums: 10:30AM Sept-May Youth Group: 2nd and 4th Sundays at 4:30PM Outreach Services: Men’s Prayer Breakfast every Monday 7:14AM, Women’s Study Group every Tuesday 8AM at Bridge Creek Restaurant, Women’s Book Club 4th Thursday of the month, Women’s Prayer Breakfast, Spirit Sisters Women of the ELCA 1st Wednesday each month, Christmas Kid’s Shoppe, Worship services at BHHC Long Term Care the 3rd Tuesday of the month, Worship services at Cedarwood Villa on the 4th Thursday of the month, Cedarwood Bible Study, Faith and Light Group, Vacation Bible School in August, “Knit Together” to make prayer shawls and discretionary fund for those in need. Mountain Ministry Street Address: 9 North Villard, Red Lodge MT 59068 (at Calvary Episcopal Church) Phone Number: (406)446-1537 Contact: Lay Pastor Dick Davidson Worship: Saturday 5:00 pm 12 Our Savior’s Episcopal Church Street Address: Carbon and 2nd Joliet, MT 59041 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 258 Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406) 425-1371 Worship: Sundays 11:15AM Bible Study: Wednesday 4PM Palisades Resort Ministry Street Address: 319 S Houser Street, Red Lodge MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1802, Red Lodge MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-9817 Email: inredlodge4him@aol.com Contact: Pastor John and Joy Monroe Services: Services on Red Lodge Mountain, Counseling, Free summer camps for kids and special events Red Lodge Alliance Chapel Street Address: 905 S. Broadway, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1206 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-0147 Email: bloewen223@msn.com Contact: Pastor Bryan Loewen Kid’s Connection: weekly Sunday Bible Study, 10:30 am Adult Bible Study: weekly Sunday 9:00 am Men’s Breakfast: weekly, Friday 7:00 am Sisters in Sync (Women’s Group): Wednesdays at 10:00 am Outreach Services: Christian Missionary & Alliance has a Youth & Family Camp,Operation Christmas Child (Shoebox Ministry), Community Share at Christmas, MOPS (Mom’s of Pre Schooler’s) meets at Alliance Chapel twice monthly. Participation in annual Community Picnic and Thanksgiving Services. Red Lodge Baptist Street Address: 21 North Word Avenue, Red Lodge MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 197 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-1927 Contact: Pastor Bill Parisher Worship: 10:00 AM Sundays Sunday School: 9:00 AM Sundays Red Lodge Community Church Street Address: 308 South Broadway Avenue Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 786 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-1444 or (406)446-0244 13 Contact: Pastor David Munson Email: rlccchurch@earthlink.net Website: http://www.uccwebsites.net/redlodgecommredlodgemt.html Worship: Summer hours: Sundays, 1st Sunday in June through Labor Day weekend: 9:30 a.m, September through Memorial Weekend: Sundays: 10:30 a.m. and Holy Communion: 1st Sunday of each month during worship (open to all) Children’s Sunday School: the same times as Sunday worship times, with nursery available. Wednesday Church School: For kindergarten through 5th grades after school, September through April. Every Wednesday except the first Wednesday of each month from 2:45 PM to 4:15 PM. Youth Group G(o)O(ut) M(ake)A D(ifference): For 6th – 8th grades. Times vary depending of activities planned. Check with the church. Adult Sunday School: Meets Sundays, 9:15 a.m., & 8:15 a.m. during the summer. Choir: Practices on Sundays, one hour before worship & twice a month Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast: Mondays, 7:00 a.m. Women’s Group: First Monday of every month, Women’s Dinner, 5:30 p.m. Bible studies: Monday evenings, 7:00 p.m. & Tuesday mornings, 9:30 p.m. Studies last five weeks. Outreach Services: Host concerts & piano recitals; financially support local non-profits and organizations including 4-H, Baretooth Cupboards, Habitat for Humanty, Yellow Ribbion and Kid’s Corner; holiday giving; financially supports national and international charities. Rock Creek Church Street Address: 417 North Broadway Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 365, Red Lodge MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)-425-3350 Email: rockcreekchurch@yahoo.com Contact: Pastor Joel Krise Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Rock-Creek-Church/249511701731643 Sunday Service: 10:00 AM Outreach Services: Willing to help those in community if the opportunity presents itself Sacred Heart Catholic Church Street Address: 209 South 4th Street, Bridger, MT Mailing Address: P.O. Box 309 Bridger, Montana 59014 Phone Number: (406) 662-3550 Father: Father Mailamani Suvakkin Contact: Brian Neely – Parish Life Coordinator Worship: 8:15 AM Sundays St. Agnes Catholic Church Street Address: 1 North Word Avenue, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 1067 Red Lodge, MT 59068 14 Website: http://www.stagnesrl.com/ Contact: Father Denis Keane Phone Number: (406)446-1237 Email: sachurch1003@qwestoffice.net Worship: 5PM Saturday, 10AM Sunday, 8:30am Tuesday – Friday and 10:00am Holidays Outreach Programs: Al-Anon Thursdays @ 7pm ; Blood Drive every other month; Charity Quilting – Mondays 1-3pm; Christian Outreach Program (meals, transport, errands etc); Community Dinner Christmas Day; Exercise Programs 3 mornings a week @ 8:30am; Food Bank Sundays for Baretooth Cupboards; Funeral Luncheons; WIC 2nd Thursday each month 10am-12pm and 1pm-3:15pm St. John’s Catholic Church Street Address: 404 West Central Joliet, MT 59041 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 309 Bridger, Montana 59014 Phone Number: (406) 662-3550 Contact: Brian Neely – Parish Life Coordinator Worship: Sundays at 11:15AM St. John’s Lutheran Church Street Address: 101 Vaill, Belfry, MT 59008 Mailing Address: PO Box 201 Belfry, MT 59008 Phone Number: (406)662-3776 St. Joseph Catholic Church Street Address: 202 North Montana Street Fromberg, MT 59029 Mailing Address: PO Box 309 Bridger, MT 59014 Phone: (406)662-3550 Contact: Brian Neely – Parish Life Coordinator Worship: Sunday Mass 9:45 am St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Street Address: 203 S. 4th Street, Bridger, MT Phone Number: (406) 662-3776 Contact: Rev. Paul Shupe Worship: 10:30 AM Sundays Education: Sunday School 9:00 AM and Bible Study 10:00 AM Wednesdays Seventh Day Adventist Street Address: South 2nd Ave and Pryor, Bridger MT Mailing Address: PO Box 448 Bridger, MT 59014 Phone Number: (406)662-3406 Contact: Pastor Brad Brown 15 Website: http://www.bridgeradventist.org/ Email: mtbigsky@juno.com Sabbath School: 9:30AM Saturday Worship: 11AM Saturday Outreach Services: Potluck every 2nd Saturday of every month. United Methodist Church Bridger Street Address: 106 West Broadway Bridger, MT 59014 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 466 Bridger, MT 59014 Phone Number: (406)-662-3645 Email: wapiti6x6@yahoo.com Worship Service: 9:30 AM Sundays Adult Sunday School: 8AM Sundays Outreach Programs: Holiday gift boxes to people in need in their community. The Bridger Food bank. United Methodist Church Roberts Street Address: 2nd Street Roberts, MT 59070 Mailing Address: PO Box 242 Roberts, MT 59070 Contact: Pastor Jan Witman Phone Number: (406)445-9810 Services: Sunday Worship at 9:30 AM c) Local Organizations and Clubs Beartooth Elks Lodge #534 Street Address: 114 N. Broadway, Red Lodge MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 888 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-1812 Beartooth Elks Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/beartoothelks National Elks Website: http://www.elks.org/ Local Elks Website: http://www.elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?LodgeNumber=534 Email: redlodgeelks@gmail.com Contact Person: Bobette Brow 406-850-6462, marketingdirector534@gmail.com Contact Person: Ben Yetter (406)850-3157 yetterba@gmail.com Contact Person: Warene Wall (406)425-4021 wallassociates@aol.com Information: The Elks Lodge is a national organization that have various scholarships, and outreach to youth programs and veterans. Meetings are for members only and are held the first and third Tuesday of every month at 7PM. The Bill Alberta Veterans Memorial Center is located in the basement of the Elks Lodge and is open to all veterans. 16 Beartooth Front Community Forum Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2383 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: Joel Adams (406)698-2190 and Maryvette Labrie (406)425-1663 Website: www.beartoothfront.org Email: forum@beartoothfront.org Mission: The Beartooth Front Community Forum (BFCF) is a grassroots, nonpartisan organization that seeks to retain and enhance the quality of life in the Red Lodge, Montana, area. Meetings: First Friday of every month Beta Sigma Phi Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1645 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Website: http://www.betasigmaphi.org/ Contact: Maryvette LaBrie (406) 425-1663 Mission: To foster friendship and a network for women of the community to raise awareness and funds for different causes. Information: International Sorority with four chapters in Red Lodge: Beta Omnicron, Xi Alpha Kappa, Preceptor Phi, and Laureate Pi. An award for young women at their annual sorority meeting of Founder’s Day (April 30th). Xi Alpha Kappa’s Annual Breakfast with Santa is held on the Saturday in December that occurs between 8-11. This is at the Community Church and all the food is donated by the Beartooth Market. The proceeds are used for local scholarships. Bridger Chamber of Commerce Mailing Address: P.O. Box 99 Bridger, MT 59014 Phone Number: (406)662-3180 Fax Number: (406)252-8120 Website: http://www.valleyprinters.com/bridger.html Carbon County Habitat for Humanity Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1623 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Local Phone: (406)446-9847 Janice or (406)446-2424 Dixie President: Janice Jones Email Contact: kumenj@msn.com Website: http://www.habitat.org Program Information: Habitat for Humanity builds and renovates houses in partnership with qualifying low-income families and then sells the house at no profit and at no interest making them affordable for low-income families. Monthly payments go towards building other Habitat homes. Habitat requires that the qualifying family donate 500 hours of sweat equity on their own build or that of another home. Applying: Habitat for Humanity will announce per-applications to determine eligibility. If someone is eligible they will be provided with a more extensive application to be entered into the running for a home. 17 Carbon County Newspaper Street Address: 202 S. Hauser Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 970 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-2222 or 800-735-8843 Website: http://www.carboncountynews.com Resources: Local news, classifieds, community information and advertising Festival of Nations Website: http://festivalofnations.us/ Email: President Nora Alsager nmalsager@yahoo.com Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/FestivalOfNations Information: The Red Lodge Festival of Nations was started in 1954 when the different culture groups in Red Lodge decided that they wanted to show off their roots! As a coal mining town in the early 1900s, there were nearly 15,000 people living in the Red Lodge area. Joliet Area Community Foundation Mailing Address: PO Box 149 Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406) 855-2537 Email Contact: lisagruber@live.com Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Joliet-Area-CommunityFoundation/192592584126977 Montana Community Foundation Website: http://community.mtcf.org/netcommunity/joliet Information: The Joliet Area Community Foundation assisted in the construction of the Joliet Community Center. The organization has provided grants to the community center, senior citizen center, the Joliet Ambulance Service, volunteer firefighters and several youth groups. Mission: To improve and enrich the greater Joliet community by supporting charitable projects and encouraging philanthropic giving. Joliet Lions Club Meeting Location: Joliet Community Center Hwy 212 Joliet MT 59041 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 128 Joliet, MT 59041 Meeting Times: Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 7PM Phone Number: (406)962-3412 Contact Email: daveandflo@yahoo.com Montana Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1266 Forsyth MT 59327 Phone Number: (406)346-1488 Email: djklmk@rangeweb.net Website: http://www.mtlionsshfnd.org/ 18 Information: An application for individual financial assistance from the Montana Lions Sight and Hearing Foundation requires several items of information. Among the items to be filled out are: a sponsoring lions club is recommended to submit the applicants name; an explanation of what the financial assistance will be used for; any other organizations requested help from and their response; health insurance coverage; financial statement; diagnosis and recommendation by your eye care professional, hearing or speech specialist. Red Lodge Area Chamber of Commerce Street Address: 601 North Broadway, Red Lodge MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 988 Red Lodge, Montana 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-1718 or 1-888-281-0625 Website: http://www.redlodgechamber.org/ Email: redlodgechamber@qwestoffice.net Red Lodge Area Community Foundation Street Address: 122 Hauser Avenue S. Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1871 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)425-0492 Executive Director: Tracy Timmons Hours of Operation: Tuesday to Thursdays 9AM to 3PM Website: http://www.rlacf.org/ Email: Info@rlacf.org Mission: Red Lodge Area Community Foundation serves our community by helping donors meet community needs, now and in the future, through our endowment fund, grants and other avenues of giving; funding projects in arts and culture, education, environment, health and social services; and supporting other nonprofits through training, leadership and sponsoring the annual Red Lodge Fun Run for Charities. Red Lodge Area Food Partnership Council Website: http://foodpartnership.org/ Mission: Our mission is to vigorously promote a sustainable, local food system that encourages a better quality of life for our citizens, improves our community's economy and self-reliance and preserves the land for generations to come. Services Offered: The Food Partnership Council is active in several areas in Red Lodge which serve to promote local food and improve the nutrition available to local families. FPC works to make local produce and meat more available and with greater variety. FPC arranged for SNAP credit to be accepted at the Red Lodge Farmers Market. FPC works with the wellness committee, local producers, and the school food service program to make healthy, local food available in the cafeteria, while providing education on nutrition and local agriculture the classrooms and Youth Garden. Students active in the Youth Garden take their produce home. FPC hosts education events for the community and coordinate community gardens. 19 Red Lodge Lions Club Mailing Address: PO Box 593 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Website: http://www.redlodgelions.org Lions Club International Website: www.lionsclubs.org Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Red-Lodge-Lions-Club/356605865767 President 2011/12: Merv Coleman (406)446-1228 Email: mcoleman@montana.net Secretary 2011/12: Bob Shea (406)446-1740 Email: bbsheamt@msn.com Mission Statement: A service organization dedicated to serving the people of Red Lodge and the surrounding areas of Carbon County Montana. Red Lodge Lions Club is one of the 45,000 clubs of the Lions Club International which is the largest service organization in the world. The Red Lodge Lions club usually has a membership base of 30-40 members. Programs: Lion’s Park Maintenance in Red Lodge Montana, Beartooth All American Road Clean-up, Easter Egg Hunt, Halloween Costume Show & Contest, Sponsoring scholarships for local students, and the Montana Lions Sight and Hearing Foundation Meetings: The club meets twice a month(2nd & 4th Monday) from September to May and once a month(2nd Monday) from June to July at 6:00 pm at the back room of the Red Lodge Pizza Company for an optional meal, some Lion business and issues, and a short program of local interest. Roberts Community Foundation Mailing Address: PO Box 284 Roberts, MT 59070 Phone Number: (406)455-2453 Email Contact: robertscommunityfoundation@gmail.com Website: http://www.robertscommunityfoundation.org/ Mission: Our purpose for the Roberts Community Foundation is to establish a strong fund development program which will assist in supporting those services and programs considered important for the Roberts area now and in the future. Rotary International Red Lodge Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1257 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: Joel Todd (406) 446-1137 Email Contact: montanajwt@aol.com Website: http://redlodgerotary.org/ Meeting Place: Bridge Creek Backcountry Kitchen and Wine Bar at 116 South Broadway in Red Lodge Meeting Time: 12 noon on Thursdays Community Service: Rotary Park, Annual Golf Tournament for the Boys and Girls Club of Carbon County, Home of Champions Rodeo, Christmas Stroll and Highway 212 Cleanup. Activities of the club are used to improve community and support other local programs such as the food bank or scholarships. 20 III. Crisis Resources a) General Crisis Resources American Red Cross Midland Empire Chapter Address: 702 Central Avenue Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: 1-800-ARC-MONT (or 1-800-272-6668). The Duty Officer answers and then contacts the appropriate person to take action at that location. Website: http://www.montanaredcross.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM 24hour emergency services Eligibility: open to anyone Costs: Varies depending on services Services Offered: Provides various services to members of the armed forces and to their families, veterans and victims of disaster. Provides a communication link between family; financial assistance to military personnel for travel in certain emergencies. Assists families and individuals who have lost or been evacuated from their homes as a result of natural or manmade disaster. Provides immediate emergency assistance; shelter, food, clothing. Health, safety, and nursing instructions in first aid, CPR, swimming, life guarding, back injury prevention, disaster team training and youth development training is available. Carbon County Office of Public Assistance Street Address: 206 Broadway Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 1410 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-1302 Fax Number: (406)446-1680 Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday 8AM to noon and 1PM to 5PM Walk in Hours: Monday-Friday 9AM to 10AM and 2PM to 3PM Appointments: To speak with Client Service Eligibility an appointment is needed Eligibility: Varies with the services Services Offered: Assistance and information on applying for Supplementary Nutrition Assistance Program “SNAP”, Medicaid and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families “TANF”. Also provides referrals for assistance with: child care, child support, housing, heating and utility assistance, telephone assistance, Medicaid travel costs, voter registration, supplemental security income, vocational rehabilitation, employment services, head start, Montana legal services, social services, Women Infants and Child, family violence services and community health care clinics. Department of Public Health and Human Services Child and Family Services Street Address: Annex Building 206 North Broadway, Red Lodge MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 1410 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-3729 Fax Number: (406) 446-4397 Child Abuse or Neglect Hot-Line: 1-866-820-5437 Montana Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/cfsd/ Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/cfs/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Services Offered: Child & Adult Protective Services, Case Management of Foster Care Services, Case Management of Adoption and Information & Referral Services Costs of Service: None 21 Statement of Purpose: To protect children who have been or are at substantial risk of abuse, neglect or abandonment. We strive to assure that all children have a family who will protect them from harm. We recognize the protective capacities of families and incorporate them in assessments, decision making and actions with the goal of improving safety, permanency and well-being for children. We encourage our communities to strengthen their prevention efforts and to share responsibility for the safety of its children and families. Family Service, INC Address: 1824 First Avenue North P.O. Box 1020 Billings, MT 59103 Phone Number: (406) 259-2269 Fax Number: (406) 259-7940 Website: http://www.famserv.com Hours of Operation: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8AM-5PM Wed 1PM-5PM Eligibility: persons in emergency situations Services Offered: Food, free clothing, rental assistance, prescriptions, and other basic needs Costs of Service: None, repayment if possible Hub, The Address: 515 N 27th St. Billings, MT 59103 Phone Number: (406) 248-4803 Website: http://www.mhcbillings.org/services_hub.html Fax Number: (406)256-8189 Hours of Operation: Monday -Saturday 12PM-6PM Eligibility: Persons experiencing barriers due to mental health conditions Services Offered: drop in center for the homeless/mentally ill Costs of Service: none Montana Rescue Mission Street Address: 2822 Minnesota Avenue, Billings, MT 59013 Mailing Address: PO Box 3232 Billings, MT 59103 Phone Number: (406)259-3800 Website: http://www.montanarescuemission.org/links_billings Email Contact: mtmission@mcn.net Hours of Operation: 24 hours/7days Eligibility: Must be willing to attend chapel services, abide by rules and stay alcohol and drug free. Follow mission guidelines. Services Offered: Temporary housing for men, women and families. Also provides food, clothing, showers, emergency transportation, counseling, continuing education and life skills classes, advocacy and referral services. Costs of Service: First night no duties. After that, guests must work 4 hours each day. Salvation Army Billings Street Address: 2100 6th Avenue North Billings, MT 59103 Mailing Address: PO Box 1903 Billings, MT 59103 Phone Number: (406)245-4659 Montana Website: http://www1.usw.salvationarmy.org/usw/www_usw_northwest.nsf/ International Website: http://www.salvationarmy.org 22 Fax Number: (406)254-0854 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM Eligibility: Persons in need Services Offered: Emergency assistance: food, clothing, counseling, emergency transport, hospitals visitation, limited medication and lodging. Costs of Service: none or small co-payment Tumbleweed Runaway Program Address: 505 North 24th Street Billings, MT 59101-1268 Phone Number: (406) 259-2558 or 1-(888)-816-4702 toll-free 24 hour hotline Website: www.tumbleweedprogram.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Varies with the service Services Offered: Runaway and homeless Youth Program: Crisis intervention, family mediation, individual and family counseling, temporary shelter, youth support groups, information and referrals. Street Outreach Program: Provide outreach to youth on the street, link youth with emergency services, street based crisis intervention and individual personal care packet. b) Area Food Banks and Food Programs Baretooth Cupboards Street Address: 17 East 11th Street Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 665 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-1255 Website: http://www.baretoothcupboards.org/ Hours of Operation: Monday 11Am to 1PM, Tuesday 3PM to 5PM, Wednesday 11Am to 1PM, Thursday 3PM to 5PM and Saturday 9AM to 11AM. Eligibility: None Services Offered: The food bank has no income minimums, nor are questions asked. It is a supplemental resource for people having temporary financial problems or the burden of sudden unexpected expenses and can’t make ends meet. Anyone residing in Carbon County, and in need, is eligible for and, has access to, the food bank twice each month. First time users will fill out a customer form with basic information that will remain completely confidential and is only used to track food bank usage. Customers have choices of food among canned fruits, vegetables and cereals. Amount of food received is based on family size. Packaged goods such as cereal and pasta, and canned soup, fruit and vegetables are always on hand. There is usually frozen hamburger and often frozen wild game such as elk or deer. Fresh produce, bread, eggs and dairy products are usually available as well. Bridger Community Food Bank Street Address: 206 North D Street Bridger, MT 59014 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 696, Bridger, MT 59014 Phone Number: Darlene Fredrickson (406) 662-3474 Email Contact: darlene7160@yahoo.com Hours of Operation: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 A.M. 23 Common Ground Street Address: Corner of 10th Street and Word in Red Lodge Mailing Address: PO Box 2266 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)210-8677 Email: merck.legacy@gmail.com Contact: Lee & Christie Merck Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/commongroundinredlodge Website: http://legacy-ministries.org Services: Every Tuesday evening from 5:30PM to 7PM a free community meal is hosted at the Legacy Lodge. This meal is absolutely free and there are no strings attached. There is no eligibility for attendance. The event provides a time for people to get together, socialize, make new friends and enjoy a hot meal. It is sponsored by Legacy of Faith Ministries and the Church of the Rockies. Food Pantry and Backpack Program Participating Organizations: The Boys and Girls Club and Beartooth Billings Children’s Center Boys and Girls Club Food Pantry: Through the Montana Food Bank the Boys and Girls Club of Carbon County offers a food pantry that can be accessed with a short proof of need form that is handled through the club staff. Backpack Programs: Both the Boys and Girls Club and the Beartooth Billings Children’s Center allow their clients to take bags of food home to their families. Joliet Food Bank Street Address: 128 South Main Street Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406) 962-3589 for information, not pantry number Hours of Operation: Mondays 9AM-1PM c) Disaster Recovery Resources Carbon County Disaster and Emergency Services DES Coordinator: Darrel Krum Street Address: County Administration Building 17 West 11th Street Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 887 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/des/ Office Phone Number: (406) 446-1038 Cell Phone Number: (406) 446-0121 Email: dkrum@co.carbon.mt.us Hours of Operation: Monday – Thursday 8AM – 5PM Closed on all Legal Holiday Disaster Recovery Resources Access to Disaster Help and Resources: http://www.disasterassistance.gov/ Department of Environmental Quality: www.deq.mt.gov Department of Health and Human Services: www.dphhs.mt.gov Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): http://www.cdc.gov/mold/ U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): http://www.epa.gov/mold/ Secretary of State Record Recovery: http://sos.mt.gov/Records/Recovery/index.asp National Flood Insurance Program: http://www.floodsmart.gov/floodsmart/ Find and Verify Contractors: www.mtcontractor.com 24 Document and Record Recovery Records Recovery Website: http://sos.mt.gov/Records/Recovery/index.asp 1. Plan – Creating and maintaining a comprehensive contingency plan is key. 2. Backup – Essential records should be backed-up, off-site, and readily available. 3. Prepare – Take pictures before beginning recovery; Obtain the appropriate approvals. 4. Pack & Track – Transfer records out of danger; Record type and extent of damage. 5. Respond -Recover essential records first; Freeze wet records within 48 hours. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Website: http://www.fema.gov/index.shtm Phone Number: (800) 621-FEMA (3362) or (800) 462-7585 Information: FEMA provides support for the state of Montana and is a reimbursement program. PDD is for Public Assistance only and includes aid to public and certain private non-profit entities for certain emergency services and the repair or replacement of disaster damaged public facilities. FEMA PA grants cover the reimbursement of approved costs incurred in disaster related emergency work, including debris removal, emergency protective measures, road systems and bridges, water control facilities, public buildings and contents, public utilities, parks, recreational, and other; and for insurable structures within special flood hazard areas (SFHA). The community is the applicant and is responsible for the work. Onthe-ground teams work with FEMA to determine costs and obtain approval. Applicant briefings with FEMA must occur which are followed with one-on-one meetings with each applicant. Insurance after a Disaster Immediately call your agent or insurance company. Have the following information with you when you place your call: the name of your insurance company, your policy number, and a telephone number or email address where you can be reached. When you file your claim, ask for an approximate time frame during which an adjuster can be expected to visit your home so you can plan accordingly. Once you have reported your loss, an adjuster will work with you to calculate the value of the damage and prepare a repair estimate. Keep your agent advised if your contact information changes. If you are still in a shelter or cannot be easily reached, please provide the name of a designated relative or point-of-contact person who can reach you. Make a list of damaged or lost items and include their age and value when possible. If possible, have receipts for all items available for the adjuster. If you have damage estimates prepared by a contractor, provide them to your adjuster since they will be considered in the preparation of your repair estimate. Contact your insurance company if an adjuster has not been assigned to you within several days. Remember, FEMA will not duplicate insurance reimbursements. It is also recommended when filing a claim for damage to request that an adjuster inspect damages – regardless of whether assistance may be available from other sources. MT Disaster and Emergency Services Division (DES) Website: http://montanadma.org/disaster-and-emergency-services Phone Number: (406)324-4777 Contact: Ed Tinsley, Division Administrator Email: edtinsley@mt.gov Information: Each county has a designated DES representative. The state office assists based on a request from the county. Local development offices must continue to work with local governments and seek grant assistance. 25 MT USDA Rural Development Website: http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/mt Phone Number: (406)585-2580 Information: While USDA/RD does not have disaster emergency programs, its programs can assist in these situations. Most of Rural Development’s financial programs can be useful to a community as they struggle to recover from disaster. Your best course of action is to contact your nearest USDA Rural Development Area Office to find out what options may be available to you. Rural Housing Repair & Rehabilitation (Sec. 504): Section 504 Rural Housing Rehabilitation Loan & Grant program can provide a 1% loan of up to $20,000 for a 20 year term to repair damaged homes. The loans are limited to families living at or below 50% of the area median income for the county. The homes must be owner-occupied and be located in a rural community. Homes inside the city limits of Billings, Missoula, Great Falls, Helena, and Bozeman are ineligible for this program. Income eligible senior citizens above the age of 62 may be eligible for grants up to $7,500 for home repair as well. Eligible repairs include roofs, siding, doors and windows, insulation, heating and cooling, and more. Homes with health and safety issues are given funding priority. Housing Relocation – Rural Rental Housing: Rural Development programs support hundreds of incomebased apartments across Montana. When families are displaced by a natural disaster, they may be able to be relocated to a vacant Rural Development project unit. Certain waivers are available to prioritize housing for dislocated families. d) Domestic and Criminal Violence Resources Domestic and Sexual Violence Hotlines Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Hotline: (406)425-2222 YWCA Crisis/Shelter Line for Billings Area: (406)259-8100 Tri-County Victim/Witness Program: (406)322-8561 Emergency Services: 911 Carbon County Attorney: (406)446-3300 Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Street Address: 1119 South Broadway Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 314 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-2296 Website: http://www.dsvsmontana.org/ Hours of Operation: 24 hour helpline (406)425-2222 Email Contact: info@dsvsmontana.org Mission Statement: The mission of Domestic and Sexual Violence Services is to serve individuals, families and communities impacted by physical, sexual and emotional abuse and to promote healthy, equitable and violence-free relationships. Eligibility: Victims of sexual assault or domestic violence from Carbon County, Stillwater County and Sweet Grass County. Direct Client Programs and Services: Confidential 24-hour Helpline support; Hospital, police and court accompaniment for survivors of violence, Transport, emergency short-term shelter, food, clothing, children’s car seats, cell phones and other assistance for survivors of domestic violence and their children, as well as survivors of sexual assault, teen dating violence and stalking; Assistance in applying for orders of protection and for crime victim compensation; Support groups, one-on-one support and education for 26 survivors; Financial literacy classes focusing on budgeting and credit repair and Transitional Housing Program. DSVS Education, Training, Primary Prevention, and Outreach Programs: School-based primary prevention programming focusing on healthy relationships, teen dating violence, bullying, cyber-violence and the impact of media on violence for K-12 students and faculty; Comprehensive toolkit to address teen dating violence and healthy relationships in rural communities; Medical training for the state and area hospitals medical and office staff and telemedical training for hospitals across Montana; Professional in-service training for law enforcement, educators, social workers, clergy, therapists and the business community; Education and outreach with civic organizations, communities of faith and the public; Volunteer advocate and speakers bureau training programs and Support and training for men to develop men’s leadership around issues of domestic and sexual violence DSVS Systems Development: Creation, management and capacity building of the Carbon County Coordinated Community Response Team (CCR); Technical assistance for development of law enforcement protocols for domestic violence; Technical assistance for development of hospital protocols for domestic violence and sexual assault; Funding to send Carbon County systems professionals, including members of law enforcement and the criminal justice system to national-level trainings; Consultation and referral for community professionals Tri-County Victim/Witness Program Street Address: 38 N 4th Street Columbus, MT 59019 Mailing Address: PO Box 179 Columbus, MT 59019 Phone Number: (406)322-8561 Eligibility: Victims or witnesses of violent crimes. Also available to anyone seeking assistance and information regarding domestic violence. Service area is Stillwater, Sweet Grass and Carbon Counties. Services Offered: Initial crisis counseling, emotional support, and guidance for victims of violence. Provides information regarding domestic violence. Assists with crime victim’s compensation. Provides information regarding protection from threats or harm as a witness or victim. Explains the court process, status of court process, and makes referrals to support services. YWCA of Billings Street Address: 909 Wyoming Ave. Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)252-6303 or Crisis Hotline (406) 259-8100 Website: http://www.ywcabillings.org/ Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM 24 hour hotline (406)259-8100 Eligibility: Victims of sexual assault or domestic violence The YWCA Domestic Violence Victim Services (DVVS) and Gateway House: Anyone experiencing family violence is eligible for some or all of our services at no cost. Services include 24 hour hotline, emergency shelter, support groups, legal advocacy, information and referrals and awareness education. Sexual Violence Victims Services: YMCA offers immediate services for victims of sexual violence including immediate outreach to victims of sexual assault / rape 24 hours a day – 7days a week, immediate crisis intervention through advocates and the 24 Hour Crisis Line, accompaniment for victims to the hospital for the rape exam, face to face crisis intervention for rape / assault victims and their families, support groups for victims of rape / sexual assault or adults who were molested as children, accompaniment for victims through criminal proceedings or interactions with law enforcement, community education and awareness presentations for students, volunteer training for advocates who assist victims, referrals to appropriate community agencies available to assist victims and clothing, if needed, following the forensic rape exam. 27 Employment and Training Center: The YWCA Billings Employment and Training Center links you to training and good jobs, helping you to make the right career connections! Our FREE services are provided to both men and women age 18 or older, seeking full-time employment right now or after training is completed and Low-income or a Displaced Homemaker. Program offers career direction, computer training, help with training costs, on-the-job training and paid work experience, job search expertise, job leads, resume creation, interview training, strengthen your strategies for career success, selfesteem assistance, budget counseling and support. Costs of Service: pay as able or 1$ a day per family member e) Emergency Services Bridger Fire Department Street Address: 210 S C St Bridger, MT 59014 Mailing Address: PO Box 60 Bridger, MT 59014 Emergency Phone Number: 911 Non-Emergency Phone Number: (406) 662-3554 Email Contact: bvfd@bridger-vfd.com Website: http://www.bridger-vfd.com/ Bridger Police Department Street Address: 108 South D Street Bridger, MT 59014 Emergency Phone Number: 911 Non-Emergency Phone Number: (406)662-3116 Fax Number: (406) 662-5056 Website: http://bridgerpolicedepartment.com/ Carbon County Alert Website: www.carbonalert.org Service: Signing up for Carbon County alerts means that notifications such as evacuation orders, road closures, flash flood warnings, health advisories and other similar announcements will be delivered to your phone. Registration can be found at the website. Additionally information on Carbon County emergency plans and resource links can be found. If you need assistance with your registration call the Carbon County Sheriff’s Office at 445-7272 between 8am and 5pm, Monday thru Friday. Carbon County Sheriff Street Address: County Courthouse 102 North Broadway, Red Lodge MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 230 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-1234 Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/sheriff/ Sheriff: Tom Rieger until term end on December 31, 2014 Undersheriff: Dan McJunkin Hours of Operation: Every day/24 hours a day Fax Number: (406) 446-1239 Office Open: 8:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday (except legal holidays) 28 Fromberg Fire Department Street Address: 120 W River Street Fromberg, MT 59029 Mailing Address: PO Box 194 Fromberg, MT 59029 Non-Emergency Phone Number: (406)668-9801 Fromberg Police Department Street Address: 118 West River Street, Fromberg MT Non-Emergency Phone Number: (406)668-7383 Email: fpd@fromberg-mt.gov Joliet Fire and EMS Street Address: 129 N Main Street Joliet, MT 59041 Non-Emergency Phone Number: (406)962-3472 Joliet Police Department Street Address: 116 South Main Street, Joliet MT Non-Emergency Phone Number: (406)962-3133 Red Lodge Fire Rescue and Ambulance Street Address: 801 N. Broadway Ave, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 318, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Non-Emergency Phone Number: (406) 446-2320 Website: http://www.redlodgefire.com/ Station Hours: 8AM-6PM Red Lodge Police Department Street Address: 1 S. Platt, Red Lodge MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Non-Emergency Phone Numbers: (406)446-3672 Email Contact: redlodgepolice@vcn.com f) Second Hand Stores Billings Goodwill Store Street Address: 951 S. 29th Street West Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)656-4020 Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday 9AM-9PM and Sunday 10AM-6PM Kids Corner Street Address: 18 North Broadway, Red Lodge MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)425-2307 Services: New and gently loved children’s item including clothing, shoes, furniture, strollers and toys. Hours of Operation: Seven days a week noon to 4:oo PM Information: Kids Corner is a not-for-profit program with the mission to provide affordable children’s items to the community. Donations are accepted during store hours or at the donation bin behind the store. This store contributes a portion of its proceeds to assist the Beartooth Billings Clinic Children’s Center. 29 Laurel Community Hope Street Address: 204 Cedar Avenue Laurel, MT 59044 Mailing Address: PO Box 524 Laurel, MT 59044 Phone Number: (406)628-7281 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9:30 AM-3:30PM Eligibility: Persons with low income and aid is limited to area around Laurel. There are limits on how often a family can receive aid. Services Offered: Provides food assistance, clothing, furniture, community programs and medicine for adults and children. When funds and donations are available, assistance for rent, utilities and gas vouchers for health appointments and job interviews. Red Lodge Senior Citizen’s Center Thrift Store Street Address: 1293 207 S. Villard Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-1826 Hours of Operation: 12:30PM to 4:30PM Tuesdays through Fridays and Saturdays 10AM to 4PM Information: Donations of furniture cannot be taken. St. Vincent de Paul Downtown Store Address: 2610 Montana Avenue Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)248-1411 Hours of Operation: Advisor hours are Tues-Fri 8:30AM-4:30PM Sat 8:30AM-noon Eligibility: Persons in need Services Offered: Emergency assistance: food, clothing, household items, some emergency travel, rent and utilities. Costs of Service: none or small co-payment St. Vincent de Paul West End Outlet Store Address: 1235 Grand Avenue Billings, MT Phone Number: (406) 248-9125 Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM Sat 9AM-4PM Eligibility: Persons in need Services Offered: Emergency assistance: food, clothing, household items, some emergency travel, rent and utilities. Costs of Service: none or small co-payment Salvation Army Billings Thrift Store Address: 10 South 30th Street, Billings MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)245-5508 Website: http://www.salvationarmy.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday 8:45AM-4:45PM Eligibility: Persons in need Services Offered: Clothing, appliances, furniture and household articles Costs of Service: Nominal costs 30 IV. Disability Services a) General Disability Blind or Low Vision Services Street Address: 2121 Rosebud Dr., Suite C Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406) 248-4801 Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/vocrehab/blvs/ Hours of Operation: Monday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Must have a visual disability that constitutes a substantial impediment to employment and need services Services Offered: Training, employment assistance, rehabilitation, independent living training and medical treatment Costs of Services: None Department of Public Health and Human Services Disabilities Program Street Address: 2121 Rosebud Drive, Suite C-1 Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)259-8122 Eligibility: Must meet state definition of developmentally disabled Services Offered: Technical assistance, support, case management services and developmental services Costs of Services: None Disabled Homeownership Program aka Disabled Accessible Affordable Homeownership Program Program Provider: Montana Board of Housing Street Address: 301 S Park Ave Room 240 Helena MT 59601 Mailing Address: PO Box 200528 Helena MT 59620-0528 Phone Number: (406)841-2840 Brief Description: The DAAHP objective is to provide affordable, architecturally accessible homes for people with permanent physical disabilities such that they can live independently. This is accomplished by assisting people or families with permanent physical disabilities with the construction of new homes, to acquire and rehabilitate existing homes, and for the rehabilitation of a home whose owner or owner’s family member became disabled after the house was purchased. Eagle Mount Billings Street Address: 2822 3rd Avenue North, Suite 203 Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)245-5422 or Red Lodge Mountain (406)446-1328 Website: http://www.eaglemount.us/ Email: info@eaglemount.us Mission: Eagle Mount’s mission is to provide opportunities in recreation to enhance the lives of children and adults with disabilities. In teaching these activities, we hope to improve the quality of life socially and physically for our participants. Each participant is encouraged to learn an activity, go out in the community, and participate with able-bodied individuals. Participation Eligibility: All programs have a nominal fee for participants and Eagle Mount requires prepayment for all programs. All participants are required to complete a Program Application form, sign the Liability Waiver, complete a Medical History form and have a signed Physician Approval submitted to 31 the Eagle Mount office prior to participation in any Eagle Mount program. If a participant is facing financial difficulties, please contact the Eagle Mount office to request a Financial Assistance Application or access the application through the Participant Application Packet link listed below. Applications need to be completed at least 2 weeks prior to the program start date. Program Application Package: http://www.eaglemount.us/html/participant_application_packet.htm HRDC District 7 Human Resource Development Council Street Address: 7 North 31st Street PO Box 2016 Billings, Montana 59103 Phone Number: (406)247-4732 or 1800-433-1411 Website: http://www.hrdc7.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Varies with program. Must be economically disadvantaged according to Federal/State guidelines. Growth Thru Art: Innovative visual art studio, serving adults with disabilities to promote creative expression, independence, social skills building, and community integrations. Costs of Service: no fees Email Contact: dist7hrdc@imt.net Living Independently for Today and Tomorrow Street Address: 3333 2nd Ave N Suite #100 Billings, MT Phone Number: (406)259-5181 or 1800-669-6319 Website: http://www.liftt.org/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: any age or disability Services Offered: Services to persons with disabilities to assist with independent living and awareness training for employees. Focus includes consumer services such as information and referral, SelfAdvocacy, Peer Support, Skills Training and Self Directed Personal Assistance. Community services focus includes Social Action and Systems Change. Costs of Services: None Resource, Support, and Development, Inc Website: http://rsdinc.org/ Billings Administrative Office Address: PO Box 80185, 2110 Overland, Suite 126, Billings MT 59108 Billings Administrative Office Phone Number: (406)652-5443 Billings Administrative Office Email: rmiller@abs.wtp.net Red Lodge RSD Address: Box 925, 7042 Highway 212, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Red Lodge RSD Phone Number: (406)446-1722 Red Lodge RSD Email: hnoyes@abs.wtp.net Mission: The mission of RSD Inc, is to encourage, support, and assist each person with special needs whom we serve to make choices in his/her life and expand his/her opportunities for growth and personal development. Services: Group Home in Red Lodge. The homes have 24/hour/day staff supervision, seven days a week. Each person living there must pay room and board to live in the home. Each has his/her own bedroom. Homes are licensed and inspected by several regulatory agencies, including the Department of Family Services and the DPHHS. Other Services: Community employment, supported living, personal/social services, community supports and recreational services. 32 b) Disability Family Support A.W.A.R.E. Inc. Red Lodge Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1223 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-3165 Website: http://www.aware-inc.org/index.html Email: info@aware-inc.org About: AWARE Inc., a private, non-profit corporation, provides quality community-based services to persons with challenging mental, emotional, and in some cases, physical needs who would otherwise be served in a more restrictive setting or perhaps would not be served at all. We work to ensure that the people we serve achieve maximum independence, productivity, and integration into the community. PLUK Parents, Let’s Unite For Kids Street Address: 516 N 32nd St, Billings MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)255-0540 or 1800-222-7585 Website: http://www.pluk.org/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Individuals with special needs and their families Services Offered: Support, resources and training to families who have children with special needs. Costs of Service: None Email Contact: info@pluk.org About: PLUK is a private, nonprofit organization formed in 1984 by parents of children with disabilities and chronic illnesses in the state of Montana for the purpose of information, support, training and assistance to aid their children at home, school and as adults. PLUK is an organization of parents and other caring individuals who serve families and individuals with disabilities of any age and at no cost. PLUK was founded by parents who felt strongly that parents of children with disabilities need to band together to give one another information and support. It seemed foolish for each new parent to try to learn all over again what other parents already know and would willingly share. It also seemed important for parents to lend each other support because of the healing that takes place when people who share a common problem can work together to find solutions. The statewide group supports families in their desire to help people with disabilities lead productive lives. STEP Support and Techniques for Empowering People INC Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2251 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-3436 or 1800-820-4180 Website: http://www.step-inc.org/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: persons with development disabilities and their families Family Education and Support Services: Provides services based on the age of disabled children ranging from weekly visits from a Family Support Specialist, financial assistance for home modifications, training for children in home environment, annual support Specialist visits to identify community resources and planned active training. Adult Services: Assist persons with developmental disabilities and their families, or support systems, to become independent. These services emphasize personal choice and focus on community inclusion and the use of natural sources of support. Support planning is individualized and strives to assure opportunities for participants in these areas: Freedom, Authority, Support and Responsibility. 33 c) Disability Employment Blind or Low Vision Services Street Address: 2121 Rosebud Dr., Suite C Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406) 248-4801 Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/vocrehab/blvs/ Hours of Operation: Monday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Must have a visual disability that constitutes a substantial impediment to employment and need services Services Offered: Training, employment assistance, rehabilitation, independent living training and medical treatment Costs of Services: None Department of Public Health and Human Services Vocational Rehabilitation Address: 2121 Rosebud Drive, Suite C Billings, Montana 59102 Phone Number: (406)248-4801 or 888-279-7532 Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/detd/index.shtml Hours of Operation: Monday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Employment age. Disability; a diagnosed physical or mental health problem; functional, medical limitations causing a substantial impediment to employment. Services Offered: Provides assessment/ evaluation, guidance and counseling, restoration, training, job development, tolls and equipment, job placement, rehabilitation technology, and others. Apply for services with Vocational Rehabilitation counselor. Have eligibility determines. List needs for employment. Write up a plan for employment and have it approved by Voc Rehab counselor. Enter and maintain employment. Receive follow up services according to the plan. Costs of Service: No application fees or charges for eligible persons Resource, Support, and Development, Inc Website: http://rsdinc.org/ Billings Administrative Office Address: PO Box 80185, 2110 Overland, Suite 126, Billings MT 59108 Billings Administrative Office Phone Number: (406)652-5443 Billings Administrative Office Email: rmiller@abs.wtp.net Red Lodge RSD Address: Box 925, 7042 Highway 212, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Red Lodge RSD Phone Number: (406)446-1722 Red Lodge RSD Email: hnoyes@abs.wtp.net Mission: The mission of RSD Inc, is to encourage, support, and assist each person with special needs whom we serve to make choices in his/her life and expand his/her opportunities for growth and personal development. Job Services in Red Lodge: Beartooth Industries in Red Lodge has opportunities to do recycling, janitorial work, snow removal and sidewalk maintenance, packaging, collating, and mail delivery. Beartooth industries also has a woodshop were work projects can be built and operation of power equipment is learned under the supervision of a specialist. 34 V. Education Programs a) General Education Programs Montana Migrant Health Program “Migrant Council” Street Address: 3318 3rd Ave N # 100, Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406) 248-3149 Website: http://www.mtpca.org/mtmigrant.htm Email Contact: cstephens@180com.net Eligibility: Persons doing mostly seasonal agriculture work Services Offered: Provides basic health care to migrant and seasonal farm workers. Referrals made by out nurses to physicians and dentists closest to the patient. Also assists people with mental/physical disabilities to access help from the State Vocational Rehabilitation program. Please call main office for more information, including locations of out other offices in Montana. Costs of Service: Sliding fee scale Montana State University Carbon County Extension Office Street Address: 128 Main Street Joliet, MT 59041 Mailing Address: PO Box 230 Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406)962-3522 Website: http://www.msuextension.org/counties/carbon/ Email Contact: Travis Standley tts@montana.edu Services Offered: Carbon County Extension Office offers classes, education information, and services for adults and youths in the area of family and adult-child relations, youth development, food and nutrition, food safety, leadership, estate planning, family and business economics, customer relations, housing and environmental quality, sustainable agriculture, livestock, range management and natural resources, farm and ranch economics and community development. Classes are both informal and formal some for graduate credit and or OPI renewal units. Website includes guides about programs in Montana. Costs of Service: Many resources are free, but large cost publication may have a fee Nutrition Education Programs (NEP) Street Address: 3212 First Avenue South Suite 100, Billings MT 59101 Phone Number: (406) 869‐3546 or (406) 869‐3547 nutrition information Website: http://www.msuextension.org/nep/ Eligibility: Individuals who are eligible for assistance programs such as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), WIC, Head Start, and WORC programs are eligible for all EFNEP nutrition classes, email or call to register for the next available series of classes or information. Services Offered: Series lessons or single demonstrations are presented with practical information and skill-building tips for choosing healthier foods, preparing meals, learning appropriate food safety practices, modeling good food choices for family members, and incorporating ways to be more physically active. The goal is to provide people with the opportunity to acquire skills that assist in choosing healthy lifestyles. Email Contact: Phyllis Hansen phansen@montana.edu 35 Red Lodge Adult Education Mailing Address: Red Lodge School Dist. #1 PO Box 1090, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: 446-1676 or 425-0855. Website: http://redlodge.schoolwires.com/Page/132 Program: The Red Lodge Adult Education program provides low cost classes for adults to learn new skills or complete a GED. Fee: $35 dollar fee for classes and in some cases costs for supplies. 2013 GED Program Sign Up: January 14 and 15th at Red Lodge High School Commons for information call 446-1903 Rural Employment Opportunities REO Street Address: 2121 Rosebud Dr, Stop B Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)256-1140 or 1800-823-5566 Website: http://www.reomontana.org/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM Eligibility: In a year period during the previous two years: 1)has spent a minimum of 25 working days in seasonal agriculture of earned a minimum of $400 dollars from seasonal agriculture, 2) received at least 50% of total income from farm work or been employed at least 50% of total work time on agriculture, and 3) meet Federal income guidelines. Services Offered: Non-profit organization organized to operate programs and services aimed at assisting seasonal agricultural workers prepare for permanent, full-time careers. Some aspects of the program include on-the-job-training, placement services, financial aid for school and supportive services. Assists migrant workers with emergency food and transportation. Costs of Service: no charge b) Area Higher Education Montana State University Billings Street Address: 1500 North 30th Street Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)657-2011 or (406)657-2300 Website: http://www.msubillings.edu Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: varies by service Services Offered: Degree programs through the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business and Education and Human Services. College of Professional Studies and Lifelong Learning offers extension credit and non-credit programs, contact training and development programs, and distance educational programs. The library is open to the public. Montana Center on Disabilities offer technical assistance and support programs to meet unique needs of individuals with disabilities and their families. Costs of Service: Varies by service Montana State University Bozeman Street Address: 120 Hamilton Hall PO Box 172190 Phone Number: (406)994-2452 Website: http://www.montana.edu/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Varies with the service 36 Services Offered: Undergraduate and graduate programs in liberal arts, basic sciences, professional areas, agriculture, arts and architecture, business, nursing, education and engineering. The library is open to public. Outreach programs through Extension include: agriculture education, community development, family issues, and youth leadership opportunities through 4-H. Costs of Service: Varies by service MSU-Billings College of Technology Street Address: 3803 Central, Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)656-4445 Website: http://www.cot.msubillings.edu/ Fax Number: (406)652-1729 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: An individual must have a GED or high school diploma in order to apply Services Offered: Accounting technology, administrative, automotive collision repair technology, automotive technology, business technology, computer systems technology, diesel technology, drafting technology, health occupations technology, heating, ventilating, air conditioning technology, medical secretary, metal fabrication technology, microcomputer, Microsoft office user specialist, paramedic, process plan technology, sylvan prometic testing, testing (MOUS). Costs of Service: Varies by program Rocky Mountain College Street Address: 1511 Poly Drive Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)657-1000 Website: http://www.rocky.edu/ Fax Number: (406)259-9751 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: varies with the service Services Offered: Four year college offering Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Associate of Arts degrees, and certificates in computer application. Evening degree program for adult students. Various continuing education and recreation programs offered. Costs of Service: Varies by service c) Carbon County Public Schools Belfry Public School Street Address: 200 Wisconsin Belfry, MT 59008 Mailing Address: PO Box 210 Belfry, MT 59008 Phone Number: (406)664-3319 Fax Number: (406)664-3274 Email Contact: cbrown@belfry.k12.mt.us Bridger Public Schools Street Address: 429 West Park Avenue Bridger, MT 59014 Mailing Address: PO Box 467 Bridger, MT 59014 Website: http://www.bridger.k12.mt.us/ Elementary Phone Number: (406)662-3588 High School Phone Number: (406)662-3533 37 Fromberg Public School Street Address: 319 School Street Fromberg, MT 59029 Mailing Address: PO Box 189 Fromberg, MT 59029 Website: http://www.fromberg.k12.mt.us/ Elementary Phone Number: (406)668-7755 High School Phone Number: (406)668-7315 High School Fax Number: (406)668-7669 Email Contact: gkallevig@fromberg.k12.mt.us Joliet Public School Street Address: 300 North Park Street Joliet, MT 59041 Mailing Address: PO Box 590 Joliet, MT 59041 Website: http://www.jolietschools.org/ Phone Number: (406)962-3541 Fax Number: (406)962-3958 Luther Public School Street Address: 4 Luther-Roscoe Rd., Luther, MT 59068 Mailing Address: Box 4398 Luther, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-2480 Fax Number: (406)446-1172 Red Lodge Public Schools Mailing Address: PO Box 1090 Red Lodge, MT 59069 Website: http://redlodge.schoolwires.com/redlodge/site/default.asp Red Lodge High School Street Address: 800 N Chambers Red Lodge, MT 59068 Red Lodge High School Phone Number: (406)446-1903 Roosevelt Middle School Street Address: 413 S Oakes Ave, Red Lodge MT 59068 Roosevelt Middle School Phone Number: (406) 446-2110 Mountain View Elementary School Street Address: 311 S Oakes Ave., Red Lodge MT 59068 Mountain View Elementary School Phone Number: (406)446-1804 Roberts Public School Street Address: 106 Maple Street Roberts, MT 59070 Mailing Address: PO Box 78 Roberts, MT 59070 Website: http://www.roberts.k12.mt.us/site/ Phone Number: (406)445-2421 Fax Number: (406)445-2506 Superintendent of Schools Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/superintendent-schools/ Superintendent: Jerry Scott until December 31, 2014 Hours of Operation: 8:00AM – 3:00PM Monday – Thursday (except legal holidays) Street Address: Annex Building 206 North Broadway Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 116 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-1301 Email: jscott@metnet.mt.gov 38 d) GED Preparation Billings Adult Education and Career Advancement Street Address: Lincoln Center 415 North 30th Street Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)274-3710 adult basic (406)247-3700 community/nite owls Website: http://www.billings.k12.mt.us/adulted/adulted/index.html Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 7:30AM-6:30PM Friday 7:30AM-4:30PM Eligibility: Any person 16 years of older who is not enrolled in public school. Services Offered: Program designed to assist adults who are enrolled in public school and wish to upgrade basic academic skills, learn new skills, or develop interests for personal enrichment. Adult Basic and Literacy Education (ABLE) prepares students for passing GED, completing of a high school diploma, getting ready for post-secondary training and college, or learning selected vocation skills. Community Education (Nite Owls) has courses in the area of business, computer skills, fitness, arts and crafts, vocational skills, and academic studies that are held in various locations throughout Billings. GED test center is location in the Lincoln Center. Costs of Service: No fees for ABLE. Nominal fees for Community Education classes. Fee for GED test. HRDC District 7 Human Resource Development Council Street Address: 7 North 31st Street PO Box 2016 Billings, Montana 59103 Phone Number: (406)247-4732 or 1800-433-1411 Website: http://www.hrdc7.org Email Contact: dist7hrdc@imt.net Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Must be economically disadvantaged according to Federal/State guidelines. Alternative Education: A computer lab with GED software and on-site tutor will be available to those who need assistance obtaining their GED. Assistance is also available to help with the cost of the GED test and or supplies to help achieve success in academics. Costs of Service: no fees Job Corps Admissions and Career Transition Office Street Address: 2121 B Rosebud Drive Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)259-2322 or 1800-544-5627 Website: http://www.jobcorps.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Age 16-24 low income. Must be committed to the program and drug, alcohol, violence free. Certification and a need for vocational training and educational skills. Services Offered: Hands on career training, union trades available, GED and high school diploma programs, advanced training and college classes available. Food, dorm housing, transportation to center all provided. Free basic medical, dental, and eye care. Social skills classes provided, driver’s license, single parent program available. Living allowance and bonuses provided. Job placement assistance upon completion of the program. Costs of Service: None Montana National Guard Youth Challenge Street Address: 790 East Cornell Street Dillon, MT 59725 Phone Number: (406)683-7556 or 1-877-367-6927 Website: http://www.ngycp.org/site/state/mt/ 39 Email Contact: mtchallenge@umwestern.edu Fax Number: (406)683-7545 Eligibility: Ages 16-18, not currently in high school, no felonies, not on probation, not taking any illegal drugs, pass basic medical examination and be willing to take full part in program. Services Offered: To service kids 16-18 years of age that are at risk of dropping out of school or that have dropped out. The program consists of a 5 month residential program followed by a 12 month post residential mentoring phase. Provides young people with GED preparation and exam, college placement, work placement and, counseling. Red Lodge Adult Education Mailing Address: Red Lodge School Dist. #1 PO Box 1090, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: 446-1676 or 425-0855. Website: http://redlodge.schoolwires.com/Page/132 Program: The Red Lodge Adult Education program provides low cost classes for adults to learn new skills or complete a GED. Fee: $35 dollar fee for classes and in some cases costs for supplies. e) Scholarships and Money Saving Programs Department of Education Student Aid Website: http://studentaid.ed.gov/ About: The Department of Education Student Aid portal contains information of various forms of student aid, information of preparing for college and information on managing student aid. This site provides numerous links to resources for selecting and preparing for colleges around the United States. The student aid information includes details of forms of aid, who is most likely to receive what kinds of aid and a scholarship search. Fastweb Scholarship Search Website: http://www.fastweb.com/ About: Fastweb is a free online scholarship search that does require users to create an online account containing their email, test scores and colleges of interest. The information is used to generate lists of potential scholarships for student users including requirements, amounts and deadlines. Fastweb also provides information of financial aid, college loan programs and college match programs. Information for educators and parents is also available on this site. Montana Students Save IDA Program Program Contact: MCUCD Director of Outreach Services Phone Number: 1-800-745-5546 ext. 124 Email: karen@mcun.org. Website:http://www.montanacreditunions.coop/RTF1.cfm?pagename=Matched%20Savings%20Accounts %20/%20IDAs Asset Goal: Tuition in a Montana College or University Counties Served: Carbon, Sweetgrass and Stillwater all served Income Limits: A household of one must have an annual income equal to or less than $21,780. For each additional household member, add $7,640; OR, you qualify for the federal Earned Income Tax Credit. 40 MSU-Billings Carbon County Resident Scholarship Website: http://www.msubillings.edu/finaid/ScholarshipList.htm Award: Two $500 scholarships for traditional students and one scholarship for non-traditional student. Eligibility: Carbon county resident; Montana resident; financial need; full-time enrolled student with a minimum of 12 credits per semester; available to freshmen through seniors in college; traditional students must have a 3.0 high school GPA and must maintain a 3.0 college GPA while receiving scholarship; nontraditional student must have a high school diploma or GED and must maintain a 2.5 college GPA. Applying: Traditional student must have letter of recommendation from high school counselor or high school teacher; non-traditional student must have letter of recommendation from community member. Application handled through the Montana State University Billings financial office. Montana University System Scholarship Listing Website: http://www.mus.edu/Prepare/Pay/Scholarships.asp About: This website contains a listing of scholarships across the state for students within the Montana University System. Listing includes statewide scholarships and scholarships by each school within the system. This website also provides information on colleges, financial aid and other college information. Rural Montana Saves Street Address: Rural Employment Opportunities 2121 Rosebud Dr., Stop B Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: 1-800-546-1140 Email Contact: rmsinfo@reomontana.org. Website:http://www.montanacreditunions.coop/RTF1.cfm?pagename=Matched%20Savings%20Accounts %20/%20IDAs Program Services: Participant join a local credit union tp open a special savings account. Every dollar a participant saves is matched with three dollars. A participant can save up to $500 and earn $1,500 in matched funds which can be used toward reaching college, job training or self-employment goals. Some participants may also qualify for Supportive Service funds to assist with costs for items and equipment. Counties Served: Carbon, Stillwater and Sweetgrass Eligibility: Any adult over the age of 18 who is not currently receiving TANF cash assistance and has at least one minor child (under the age of 18 or up to the age of 19 if still in high school) living in the household. OR Anyone age 16-18 or up to age 19 if still in high school. Income Limits: A household of two must have an annual income equal to or less than $26,955. For each additional household member, add $6,919. Participation Requirements: Making a minimum of six monthly, bi-weekly, or weekly savings deposits of at least $25; Completing a personal finance/money management training and career and college planning and Maintaining regular contact with program representatives. Scholarships.com Website: http://www.scholarships.com/ About: Founded in 1999 as an online scholarship search and match up for potential students and parents for the purpose of funding college. Users create a profile that provides interest information, G.P.A. information and subject of study in order to match students with scholarships and grants that they are eligible to apply for. The site also provides a college match to help students determine a potential college match based on their areas of interest and desires. 41 School Soup Website: http://www.schoolsoup.com About: Users need to register for a free online account in order to access scholarship search, college look up, information on online degrees, information on career options, student loan information and financial aid information. The site collects your personal information upon registration and the only information you are required to provide is your email address, name and physical address. If you conduct a scholarship search you will be asked to provide your gender, your birth date, your zip code and whether or not you currently reside in the United States of America. You have the option of providing information about your nationality, year in school, GPA, organizations to which you and your parents belong, your expected college major and other information that will help filter scholarships to match your profile. f) Young Child Education Beartooth Billings Clinic Children’s Center Street Address: 114 N Villard Ave, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 590 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Website: http://www.beartoothbillingsclinic.org/OurServices/AllServices/ChildrensCenter.aspx Phone Number: (406)446-1919 Email: bchildrenscenter@beartoothbillingsclinic.org Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday from 7:30AM until 5:30PM Closed on holidays. About: Beartooth Children’s Center is a preschool and the only state-licensed childcare center in the Red Lodge area. Scholarships are available to families who either need short-term aid or ongoing assistance. The Center is open to all families with children ages 2 through 3rd grade, offering childcare, early childhood education, and after-school programs. Carbon County Head Start Joliet Street Address: Joliet Community Center High 212 Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406)962-3012 Eligibility: A child must be 3 or 4 years old by September 10th and must meet financial guidelines. Services Offered: Provides pre-school experience to 3 and 4 year olds. Program operates from 8:30am to 12:30PM Monday through Thursday with breakfast and lunch. A bus is provided for transportation, both in town and in rural areas. Head Start is a comprehensive program to assist children with school readiness, medical and nutritional needs, and family literacy. Children in Head Start also receive free medical and dental care and have access to hearing and vision screening. Carbon County Head Start Red Lodge Street Address: 308 South Broadway Avenue, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-0100 Eligibility: A child must be 3 or 4 years old by September 10th and must meet financial guidelines. Services Offered: Provides pre-school experience to 3 and 4 year olds. Program operates from 8:30am to 12:30PM Monday through Thursday with breakfast and lunch. Head Start is a comprehensive program to assist children with school readiness, medical and nutritional needs, and family literacy. Children in Head Start also receive free medical and dental care and have access to hearing and vision screening. 42 District 7 Human Resource Development Council Child Care Street Address: 7 North 31st Street Billings, MT 59103 Phone Number: (406)247-4732 or 1800-433-1411 Website: www.hrdc7.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Services Offered: Administers State programs for child care assistance. Provides names of registered and licensed child care providers in area and also provides a variety of training for child care providers. Best Beginnings Child Care Scholarship Program: Program to assist eligible low-income parents who are attending school and/or working afford quality child care for young children. Child Care Provider Training: Provides training to early childhood providers who are newly licensed child care facility or a Legally Unregistered provider. On-going training to all licensed child care providers and a referral service to parents looking for a child care provider. Costs of Service: None Heather Tubbs is in Joliet every 2nd Friday for childcare. Contact her at (406)869-2583 or 1800-433-1411 HRDC District 7 Human Resource Development Council Youth Programs Street Address: 7 North 31st Street Billings, MT 59103 Mailing Address: PO Box 2016 Billings, MT 59103 Phone Numbers: (406)247-4732 or 1800-433-1411 Website: http://www.hrdc7.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Must be economically disadvantaged according to Federal/State guidelines. Summer Youth Employment Program: Youth between the ages of 14-24 obtain pre-employment skill/competencies required for employment and receive job training. While earning money during the summer, youth can gain work experience, develop a resume and obtain information on a career of their interest. Youth WIA Program: Provides support to youth seeking employment. Youth are provided intensive case management, worksite placement, training and direct support to assist youth in achieving their education and occupational goals. 43 VI. Employment Programs a) General Employment Programs AARP Foundation Senior Service Employment Street Address: 3304 2nd Avenue North, Billings MT 59101 Phone Number: (406) 252-6512 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM Eligibility: Applicants must be willing to work, aged 55 years or older, willing to take medical examination and meet income requirements. Services Offered: Designed to promote part-time activities for persons who are 55 years of age & older. Billings Adult Education and Career Advancement Street Address: Lincoln Center 415 North 30th Street Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)274-3710 adult basic (406)247-3700 community/nite owls Website: http://www.billings.k12.mt.us/adulted/adulted/index.html Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 7:30AM-6:30PM Friday 7:30AM-4:30PM Eligibility: Any person 16 years of older who is not enrolled in public school. Services Offered: Program designed to assist adults who wish to upgrade basic academic skills, learn new skills, or develop interests for personal enrichment. Adult Basic and Literacy Education (ABLE) prepares students for passing GED, completing of a high school diploma, getting ready for post-secondary training and college, or learning selected vocation skills. Community Education (Nite Owls) has courses in the area of business, computer skills, fitness, arts and crafts, vocational skills, and academic studies that are held in various locations throughout Billings. GED test center is location in the Lincoln Center. Costs of Service: No fees for ABLE. Nominal fees for Community Education classes. Fee for GED test. Blind or Low Vision Services Street Address: 2121 Rosebud Dr., Suite C Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406) 248-4801 Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/vocrehab/blvs/ Hours of Operation: Monday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Have a visual disability that constitutes an impediment to employment and need services. Services Offered: Training, employment assistance, rehabilitation, independent living training and medical treatment Career Guidance Center Street Address: 2040 Rosebud Drive, Suite 8 Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406) 256-8160 Email Contact: cor@corenterprises.com Eligibility: Ages 16 years of older with physical or mental barriers to employment of living independently. Service area includes Carbon, Stillwater and Sweet Grass Counties. Services Offered: Employment adjustment training to teach people the meaning, value and demands of work. Career assessment in facility or community work sites to gain knowledge of different jobs. Organization employment provides sheltered employment in one of our production areas or on a community crew. Vocational evaluation to determine interest and abilities. Community employment offers direct job placement’ job modification; and job coaching services. Costs of Service: Fee sponsored by private third party of private pay 44 Department of Public Health and Human Services Vocational Rehabilitation Address: 2121 Rosebud Drive, Suite C Billings, Montana 59102 Phone Number: (406)248-4801 or 888-279-7532 Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/detd/index.shtml Hours of Operation: Monday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Employment age. Disability; a diagnosed physical or mental health problem; functional, medical limitations causing a substantial impediment to employment. Services Offered: Provides assessment/ evaluation, guidance and counseling, restoration, training, job development, tolls and equipment, job placement, rehabilitation technology, and others. Apply for services with Vocational Rehabilitation counselor. Have eligibility determines. List needs for employment. Write up a plan for employment and have it approved by Voc Rehab counselor. Enter and maintain employment. Receive follow up services according to the plan. Costs of Service: No application fees or charges for eligible persons Dress for Success Street Address: 304 North 29th Street Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)256-7304 Email: billings@dressforsuccess.org Website: http://www.dressforsuccess.org/affiliate.aspx?sisid=12&pageid=1 Eligibility: Referral from non-profit agencies Services Offered: Provides interview and employment outfits, complete with shoes, purses, jewelry, make up assistance and hair care, when available, to low-income women in our community. Each woman received one outfit for her interview and a second outfit when she lands a job. A volunteer personal consultant assists the women. All donated clothing items are given away andtItems that cannot be used are given to the women’s shelter and similar services. Dress for Success helps women overcome one of the barriers they face as they try to re-enter the work force. Experience Works Street Address: 1500 Poly Drive, Suite 302 Billings, MT59102 Phone Number: (406)652-3688 or 1-866-976-5939 Website: http://www.experienceworks.org Program Information: Experience Works helps older adults get the training they need to find good jobs in their communities. The program impacts more than 50,000 people each year. Eligibility: Persons over the age of 55 and unemployed with income at or below 125% of poverty level. HRDC District 7 Human Resource Development Council Street Address: 7 North 31st Street PO Box 2016 Billings, Montana 59103 Phone Number: (406)247-4732 or 1800-433-1411 Website: http://www.hrdc7.org Email Contact: dist7hrdc@imt.net Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Must be economically disadvantaged according to Federal/State guidelines. WoRC (Work Readiness Component): Assistance to low-income participants who are receiving TANF cash assistance in reaching self-sufficiency and developing skills necessary for employment and job retention. Costs of Service: no fees 45 Job Corps Admissions and Career Transition Office Street Address: 2121 B Rosebud Drive Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)259-2322 or 1800-544-5627 Website: http://www.jobcorps.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Aged 16-24 and low income. Must be committed to the program and drug, alcohol, violence free. Certification and a need for vocational training and educational skills. Services Offered: Hands on career training, union trades available, GED and high school diploma programs, advanced training and college classes available. Food, dorm housing, transportation to center all provided. Free basic medical, dental, and eye care. Social skills classes provided, driver’s license, single parent program available. Living allowance and bonuses provided. Job placement assistance upon completion of the program. Costs of Service: None Montana Joblinc Phone Number: (406)655-6091 Website: http://www.mtjoblinc.mt.gov/ Eligibility: services available to all Services Offered: Career information, job search, training information and resources. Costs of Service: Online based, no charge Montana Job Service Workforce Center Street Address: 2121 Rosebud Drive Stop B Billings, MT 59012 Phone Number: (406)655-0942 or employment specialists at (406)652-3080 Website: http://wsd.dli.mt.gov/local/billings/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Online services and in office employment specialists available to employers and job seekers. Services Offered: Help employers find qualified workers. Assist employers with employment law questions, policies and job descriptions. Provide local labor market information. Help job seekers find employment. Assist with job search, cover letters, resumes, application forms and interviewing skills. Resource room has computers and other resources available to help research and apply for job, write cover letters and resumes, and explore career options. Proficiency testing available in various categories. Veteran’s services: Help veterans locate and access job-related resources. Veteran Contact: Tim Wilmot (406)655-6077 twilmot@mt.gov Federal programs: Workforce investment act (WIA) programs to help job seekers. Employment Counseling: Assist job seekers with employment change, adjustment or soft skills issues. Costs of Service: no charge to employers or applicants Project Challenge: AFL/CIO Dislocation Worker Program Street Address: 530 South 27th Street Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)252-8513 Website: http://www.mtaflcio.org/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Those dislocated through no fault of their own Services Offered: Employment and training for dislocated workers Costs of Service: none, funded by WIA Email Contact: aflcioblgs@unions-america.com 46 Rural Employment Opportunities REO Street Address: 2121 Rosebud Drive, Stop B Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: 1-800-546-1140 Website: http://www.reomontana.org/ Fax Number: (406)256-8411 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM Eligibility: Individuals with incomes at or below 200% of the poverty level. Agricultural worker program requires applicant to have done a substantial amount of seasonal farm, ranch or other agricultural work within the past two years. REO eligibility specialist will determine which program applicant qualifies for. Agricultural Worker Program: Program offers opportunities for workers or qualifying family members to improve earning ability in agriculture or to find work outside of agriculture. Participants may choose to attend a vocational, technical or trade school for short-term job training or to enter a work-related college program. Program also helps with items like work boots, eyeglasses or clothing for an interview. Some aspects of the program include on-the-job-training, placement services, financial aid for school and supportive services. Assists migrant workers with emergency food and transportation. Application online at http://reomontana.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Pre-Application.pdf. Access Opportunities: A new program designed to help families achieve financial stability. Individuals who qualify must have minor child in the home. One track is work experience with wage subsidies: REO places the participant into on the job training and pays 100% of training wages. The other track is a short term training program: REO helps pay for short-term training that will lead to employment upon completion. Applicant will be connected with an Employment and Training Specialist who will enroll them into the program and refer them to soft skills and financial literacy classes . The Employment and Training Specialist will provide case management throughout enrollment. They will also provide follow up services with a career advancement focus after participant has been placed in a job. Costs of Service: No charge Senior Community Service Employment Program Street Address: 1310 Main Street Billing, MT 59105 Phone Number: (406)657-6200 EXT-231 Website: http://www.doleta.gov/ Eligibility: Persons 55 and older that meet eligibility guidelines Services Offered: Department of Labor program providing temporary work for people age 55 and older worse income falls at or below federal poverty level. Assigned to non-profit and community agencies with a goal of obtaining employment outside the program. YWCA Employment and Training Center Street Address: 909 Wyoming Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)252-6303 or Crisis Hotline (406) 259-8100 Website: http://www.ywcabillings.org/employment-training.html Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Ages 18 and older. Some services have other eligibility factors. Services Offered: Career/ Skills/ Interest assessment, career development training, career counseling, general workshops: career exploration, coal setting, self-esteem, time and stress management, dealing with difficult people, interview and job search strategies, job retention. Resume creation, job development, computer workshops, work experience and training. Career resource library. Costs of Service: No fee to participants 47 b) Employment Agencies COR Enterprises Street Address: 200 S. 24th – Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406) 248-9115 or (800) 775-1833 Website: http://www.corenterprises.com/ Email Contact: cor@corenterprises.com Eligibility: Ages 16 years or older with physical or mental barriers to employment and independence. Services Offered: Employment adjustment training to teach people the meaning, value and demands of work. Career assessment. Organization employment provides sheltered employment in one of our production areas or on a community crew. Vocational evaluation to determine interest and abilities. Community employment offers direct job placement’ job modification; and job coaching services. Costs of Service: Fee sponsored by private third party of private pay Employment Source, The Street Address: 2040 Rosebud Drive, Suite 3 – Billings, Montana 59102 Phone Number: (406)256-3653 Email: hrmanager@employment-source.biz Website: http://www.employment-source.biz/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM Services Offered: Job placement, resource center and payroll services Express Personnel Services Billings Street Address: 317 16th St. West Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)252-5050 Website: http://www.expresspros.com/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM Services Offered: Clerical and Labor job placements Costs of Service: No application fees Job Placement Services Address: 1521 14th Street West Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)256-1415 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 7AM-5PM Eligibility: Individual must have a disability Services Offered: Job placement for individuals with a disability. Job placement, job coaching, labor market research, job analysis, job seeking, skills preparation, work adjustment, on-job-training, return to work, follow up services, professional resumes, cover letters and non-advertised job leads. Costs of Service: Fee sponsored by insurance providers and Vocational Rehab/Private Rehab 48 Kelly Temporary Services Address: 2070 Overland Ave. Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)652-2070 Website: http://www.kellyservices.com/web/global/services/en/pages/index.html Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM Services Offered: Clerical job placement Costs of Service: No employment fees 49 VII. Financial Resources a) General Financial Resources Carbon County Office of Public Assistance Street Address: 206 Broadway Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 1410 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-1302 Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday 8AM to noon and 1PM to 5PM Walk in Hours: Monday-Friday 9AM to 10AM and 2PM to 3PM Appointments: To speak with Client Service Eligibility an appointment is needed Eligibility: Varies with the services Services Offered: Assistance and information on applying for Supplementary Nutrition Assistance Program “SNAP”, Medicaid and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families “TANF”. Also provides referrals for other assistance programs. Child Support Enforcement Division Address: 2121 Rosebud Drive Suite E Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)655-5500 Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/csed/index.shtml Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Anyone can apply Services Offered: Provides child support enforcement for Montana residents. This includes establishing paternity, and establishing, enforcing, and modifying support orders. Voice response unit operates 24 hours a day to check payments (1800-346-5437) Costs of Service: Some fees depending on service requested and income HRDC District 7 Human Resource Development Council Street Address: 7 North 31st Street PO Box 2016 Billings, Montana 59103 Phone Number: (406)247-4732 or 1800-433-1411 Website: http://www.hrdc7.org Email Contact: dist7hrdc@imt.net Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Must be economically disadvantaged according to Federal/State guidelines. General Assistance: Program designed to assist with shelter costs and hygiene products for individuals who are unable to work and in the process of applying for SSI due to permanent disability. Rural Employment Opportunities REO Street Address: 2121 Rosebud Drive, Stop B Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: 1-800-546-1140 Website: http://www.reomontana.org/ Fax Number: (406)256-8411 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM Eligibility: Individuals with incomes at or below 200% of the poverty level. Agricultural worker program requires applicant to have done a substantial amount of seasonal farm, ranch or other agricultural work within the past two years. REO eligibility specialist will determine which program applicant qualifies for. 50 Access Opportunities: A new program designed to help families achieve financial stability. Individuals who qualify must have minor child in the home. One track is work experience with wage subsidies: REO places the participant into on the job training and pays 100% of training wages. The other track is a short term training program: REO helps pay for short-term training that will lead to employment upon completion. Applicant will be connected with an Employment and Training Specialist who will enroll them into the program and refer them to soft skills and financial literacy classes . The Employment and Training Specialist will provide case management throughout enrollment. They will also provide follow up services with a career advancement focus after participant has been placed in a job. Costs of Service: No charge Social Security Administration Street Address: 2900 4th Ave N. Room 100 Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)247-7265 or 1800-453-0524 Website: http://www.ssa.gov/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM-4PM Eligibility: Varies by service Services Offered: Processes applications for Social Security numbers, maintains the earning records of all people covered under Social Security and ensures the correctness of reporting practice; administers Social Security programs for survivors, disabled and retired persons; administers Medicare Programs. Supplemental Security Income Street Address: 2900 4th Ave N. Room 100 Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)247-7265 or 1800-453-0524 Website: http://www.ssa.gov/ssi/ Eligibility: Persons who are disabled, blind, or at least 65 years old and have “limited” income/resources Services Offered: Administers Supplementary Security Income program for the needy, disabled and aged persons. People entitled to SSI may receive Medicaid benefits from the State of Montana. Costs of Service: None b) Energy Assistance Energy Share of Montana Phone Number: (406)442-4900 or 1-800-777-7589 Website: http://deq.mt.gov/energy/warmhomes/assistance.mcpx Eligibility: Persons facing finance shortages, but not qualifying for other programs. Services Offered: Provides one-time only assistance to Montanans facing emergency heating needs. Clients include "working poor" who do not qualify for government programs but are in need of assistance. Energy Share contracts with the Human Resource Development Councils (HRDCs) around the state to determine eligibility and distribute funds. HRDC District 7 Human Resource Development Council Street Address: 7 North 31st Street PO Box 2016 Billings, Montana 59103 Phone Number: (406)247-4732 or 1800-433-1411 Fax Number: (406)248-2943 Website: http://www.hrdc7.org Email Contact: dist7hrdc@imt.net Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM 51 Eligibility: Must be economically disadvantaged according to Federal/State guidelines. LIEAP (Low Income Energy Assistance Program): Program to assist low-income households afford their primary heating source during the heating season October through April. The amount of assistance provided is based on income eligibility, housing type, heat type, number of bedrooms, and the number of people residing in the household. HRDC Energy Assistance Program: Works with those needing energy assistance with various programs. Weatherization: Provide energy conservation services to low-income households to make their homes more energy efficient. Households which apply for LIEAP assistance are automatically considered for weatherization assistance. Low Income Housing Energy Assistance Program Phone Number: 1-800-332-2272 State Program Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/programsservices/energyassistance/index.shtml Federal Program Website: http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ocs/liheap/ HRDC Community Action Agency Website: http://www.hrdc7.org/programs/energy_services Hours of Operation: Monday- Friday 8 AM- 5 PM Eligibility: The authorization provides that an eligible household’s income must not exceed the greater of 150 percent of the poverty level or 60 percent of the State median income. Services Offered: The mission of the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is to assist low income households, particularly those with the lowest incomes that pay a high proportion of household income for home energy, primarily in meeting their immediate home energy needs. Apply through the local Carbon County Office of Public Assistance at 206 Broadway Red Lodge. NorthWestern Energy Energy Audit Phone Number: (800) 823-5995 Eligibility: NorthWestern Energy residential natural gas or electric space- or water-heating customer. Audit program is limited to homes five years or older with no E+ audit history. Schedule availability limited by funding and customer demand. These and other qualifications apply. Service: Analysis of home energy usage and specialist information on how to make your home more energy efficient, rebates and incentives. Free On-Site Energy Audit Includes: Energy usage survey, insulation evaluation, blower door test to detect areas of air leakage, water heater temperature check, refrigerator/freezer temperature check and gas equipment safety check. After Audit Service: A customized report on your home’s energy usage, recommendation for better cost management, information on rebates for installation of qualifying energy efficiency measures like insulation, programmable thermostats, high-efficiency natural gas equipment and CFLS. You may also be eligible for: free water heater, free hot water pipe insulation, free low-flow faucet aerators and shower-head, free compact fluorescent light CFL blubs and free air sealing materials. Weatherization Program Phone Number: 1-800-332-2272 State Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/programsservices/energyassistance/index.shtml HRDC District 7 Website: http://www.hrdc7.org/programs/weatherization Hours of Operation: Monday- Friday 8 AM- 5 PM Eligibility: Persons making no more than 200% of federal poverty level, persons on TANF Services Offered: Helps participants to improve the heating efficiency of their homes and thus reduce their energy consumption. This includes insulation, caulking, water heater jackets, pipe insulation, and 52 other additional measures to reduce energy consumption. Individuals are also provided with information, techniques, and materials on decreasing energy use, lowering energy bills, and increasing the level of comfort in their homes. Application:http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/programsservices/energyassistance/energyassistanceapplication.pdf After applying for weatherization and/or fuel assistance, you will be sent a letter of notification. It will tell you whether you are eligible for assistance and what benefits you may expect to receive. If you think you haven’t received the right amount of assistance, inform the eligibility worker immediately. You may ask for a hearing if you disagree with any action taken as a result of your application. c) Financial Management and Tax Assistance AARP Tax-Aide Montana Location Website: http://www.montanafreefile.org/RTF1.cfm?pagename=VITA%20Site%20Locator Local Phone Number: (406)446-9138 About: This program, in partnership with the IRS and AARP, offers free tax preparation to those low- and moderate-income people, with preference to taxpayers age 60 and older. Services Offered: Assistance with filing taxes Costs of Service: None What to bring to AARP-Tax Aide: social security cards or other official documentation of yourself and all dependents, copy of last year’s income tax returns, W-2 forms from each employer, unemployment compensation statements, SSA-1099 form if you were paid Social Security benefits, all 1099 forms showing interest and/or dividends as well as documentation showing the original price of your sold assets, 1099R forms if received a pension or annuity, all forms indicating federal income tax paid, child care provider information (name, employer ID, Social Security number) and receipts or canceled checks if itemizing deductions. Consumer Credit Counseling Service Street Address: 1620 Alderson Avenue Ste. 27 Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406) 656-4370 Website: http://www.cccsmt.org/ Fax Number: (406)656-2925 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Anyone for counseling, debt management required income to pay creditors Services Offered: A financial counseling service to show people how to solve their debt problems and avoid bankruptcy. This is not a lending agency. A debt management program with creditors is available. Costs of Services: Budget counseling is free. Contribution for debt management program is $5-$75 monthly. Additional counseling free. Earned Income Tax Credit Information: EITC, the Earned Income Tax Credit,is a refundable federal income tax credit for low to moderate income working individuals and families. When EITC exceeds the amount of taxes owed, it results in a tax refund to those who claim and qualify for the credit. Website: http://www.irs.gov/Individuals/EITC-Home-Page–It%E2%80%99s-easier-than-ever-to-find-outif-you-qualify-for-EITC Eligibility: Individuals earning less than $45,060 (or $50,270 if married and filing jointly) with additional some restrictions. Maximum Credit: The maximum credit for tax year 2012 is $5,891. 53 Taxable earned income includes: Wages, salaries, tips, and other taxable employee pay; Union strike benefits; Long-term disability benefits received prior to minimum retirement age; Net earnings from selfemployment if: You own or operate a business or a farm or You are a minister or member of a religious order; You are a statutory employee and have income. Examples of Income that are Not Earned Income: Pay received for work while an inmate in a penal institution; Interest and dividends; Retirement income; Social security; Unemployment benefits; Alimony or Child support. Special Note: Even if you don’t owe any tax or are not required to file, you must file a tax return in order to claim the credit. Estate Planning in the State of Montana Information Website: http://www.montana.edu/estateplanning/ Dying Without a Will Website: http://www.montana.edu/dyingwithoutawill/ Information Provided: Accessing a Deceased Person’s Financial Accounts, Beneficiary Deeds in Montana Custodial Accounts for Kids Under Age 21, Designating Beneficiaries through Contractual Arrangements Dying Without a Will in Montana, Estate Planning for Families with Minor and/or Special Needs Children, Estate Planning in Montana, Federal Estate Tax, Gifting, Letter of Last Instructions, Life Insurance, Montana’s End-of-Life Registry, Montana Rights of the Terminally Ill Act, Nonprobate Transfers, Power of Attorney, Probate in Montana, Property Ownership, Provider Orders for LifeSustaining Treatment, Revocable Living Trusts, Settling an Estate, Transferring Your Farm or Ranch to the Next Generation, Transferring Your Farm or Ranch to the Next Generation Through a QTIP Trust, Using a Bypass Trust to Provide for Children from a Prior Marriage, Rights Over Remains, Transferring Non-Titled Property and Wills. First Time Home Buyer Savings Account Information Website: http://www.msuextension.org/ Purpose: This is a special savings account for the purchase of a first home and to save on Montana income taxes. A Montana resident can contribute any amount into a first-time home buyer savings account, but maximum amount that can be used to reduce Montana taxable income is $3,000 annually for each taxpayer who files singly. For married couples who file their tax returns jointly, the maximum amount that can be used to reduce Montana taxable income is $6,000 annually. The account can be established at a state or federally chartered bank, credit union or other financial institution and must be separate from other accounts. Eligibility for First-Time Home Buyer Savings Account: Montana residents who have not previously purchased a single family residence and who file income tax returns can contribute to a first-time home buyer savings account. If a married couple buys a home in one spouse’s name only and the other spouse has never been an owner of a home, then they would qualify as a first-time home buyer if they were to be a purchaser of a home in the future and could open a first-time home buyer account. Requirements under the First-Time Home Buyer Act: If taxpayers have previously owned a home at any other time, in any other state or country, they do not qualify for first-time home buyer savings accounts. The first-time home buyer savings account must be established prior to the purchase of a single-family home. Money in a first-time home buyer savings account must be used for eligible home buyer expenses to qualify for a Montana income tax reduction. The first-time home buyer account holder must use the money for eligible costs related to the purchase of a single-family residence within 10 years. Eligible Expenses: Money withdrawn from a first-time home buyer savings account is not subject to Montana income taxation if used for eligible costs for the purchase of a single-family residence by a firsttime home buyer such as down payments, realtor’s fees, appraisal costs or loan origination fees. 54 Health Saving Account Information Website: http://www.msuextension.org/ Purpose: HSAs are special savings accounts that were established by federal law to allow eligible individuals to make deposits that can be used to pay for future qualifying medical expenses. Deposits to HSAs reduce an individual’s state and federal taxes. Any funds remaining in the HSA at the end of the year may be used to pay for qualifying medical expenses in future years for the individual, his or her spouse or dependents. HSAs can be established at banks, credit unions, insurance companies, and other financial institutions (such as a mutual fund company) that have decided to offer HSAs. Because an HSA is a designated account, an individual cannot use an established savings account as his or her HSA. The types of investments (CDs, stocks, bonds, mutual funds and so on) that are available to account holders are determined by the financial providers that offer HSAs. For calendar year 2014, the annual limitation on contributions for an individual with self-only coverage under a high deductible health plan is $3,300 and $6,550 for an individual with family coverage. Maximum contribution limits are adjusted annually for inflation. Individuals who are age 55 or older and eligible for an HSA are allowed an additional catchup contribution. HSA withdrawals are not taxed at the state or federal levels as long as they are used for qualifying medical expenses of the account holder, his or her spouse or dependents. Eligibility: To be eligible for an HSA an adult must meet all of the following four requirements: A person must have a qualifying high deductible health plan. A qualified high deductible health plan (HDHP) is one with a minimum deductible of $1,250 for an individual ($2,500 for a family). A qualified HDHP also must limit out-of-pocket expenses (not including premiums) to $6,350 annually per individual ($12,700 for a family). These limits are for the year 2014 and are adjusted annually for inflation. If you use an HSA to pay for unqualified medical expenses, the tax penalty is 20 percent of the HSA distribution. What expenses are eligible: Qualifying medical expenses include health insurance deductibles and copayments, long-term care costs, prescription, dental expenses, eyeglasses and contact lenses, and many other medical expenses. Special rules apply to medical insurance premiums. HSA funds may be used for Medicare Part A, B, C and D premiums. HRDC District 7 Human Resource Development Council Street Address: 7 North 31st Street PO Box 2016 Billings, Montana 59103 Phone Number: (406)247-4732 or 1800-433-1411 Website: http://www.hrdc7.org Email Contact: dist7hrdc@imt.net Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Must be economically disadvantaged according to Federal/State guidelines. Individual Development Accounts: Program to assist low-income families improve their income earning and savings potential. The program provides financial incentive to save while providing financial literacy classes to assist families in asset development and skills for successful economic future. Costs of Service: no fees Montana Credit Unions for Community Development Street Address: 101 N. Rodney Helena, MT 69601 Phone Number: (406) 442-9081 Website: http://www.montanacreditunions.coop/index.cfm?pagename=homepage Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM Eligibility: Anyone may contact for information, otherwise varies by service Services Offered: Financial planning information, tax information and finance program information Costs of Service: Varies by service 55 Montana Medical Care Savings Account Information Website: http://www.msuextension.org/ Purpose: AN MSA allows Montanans to save money for medical expenses and long-term health care and reduce their state income taxes. It can be established at a financial institution and is separate from other accounts. Money deposited in an MSA is not subject to Montana income taxation while in the account or if used for eligible medical expenses for the account holder or their dependents. If the money deposited that year is not used, it remains in the account and earns interest that is free from Montana taxation. The annual limit that may be used to reduce taxable income is $3,000 annually for each taxpayer. Eligibility: All resident taxpayers of Montana are eligible to establish a Montana MSA. A MSA cannot be established for a minor child under 18. What expenses are eligible: Eligible medical care expenses as defined under the Internal Revenue Code Section 213 (d). They are the same expenses that are allowed as itemized deductions for federal income tax purposes such as: medial insurance premiums, prescription drugs, insulin, medical, dental, and nursing care, eyeglasses, crutches, hearing aids, transportation for medical care and certain lodging expenses. Property Tax Assistance Program Phone Number: (406)446-1223 Services Offered: Property tax relief to low-income persons, must be reapplied for each year at Assessor’s Office Volunteer Income Tax Assistance VITA Location Website: http://www.montanafreefile.org/RTF1.cfm?pagename=VITA%20Site%20Locator Eligibility: Available to those with a household income of $49,000 or less Services Offered: Free assistance with filing taxes 2014 Red Lodge Location: Altana Federal Credit Union at 821 S Hauser Red Lodge, MT. To make an appointment call (406)651-2339. Membership at Altana is not required to use this community service. d) Financial Resources for Living Expenses Best Beginnings Child Care Scholarship Street Address: 111 N. Jackson Arcade Building, 5th Floor Helena, MT Phone Number: (406) 444-1788 Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/hcsd/childcare/bestbeginnings/index.shtml Application: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/hcsd/childcare/documents/EligibilityPacketFull.pdf Services Offered: Helps low income families pay for licensed child care during their work hours Costs of Service: Co-payments based on sliding scale Program Information: Program to assist eligible low-income parents who are attending school and/or working afford quality child care for young children. Recipients of the scholarship are working lowincome families, working care takers, TANF recipients, disabled parents, foster or guardianship families, and parents in high school, college or pursuing a GED may apply for the Best Beginnings Scholarship. Lifeline Across America Mailing Address: 445 12th Street SW Washington, DC 20554 Phone Number: 1-888-225-5322 Website: http://www.fcc.gov/lifeline Email Contact: fccinfo@fcc.gov Fax Number: 1-866-418-0232 56 Eligibility: Household income at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines or on programs such as Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or Supplemental Security Income. Services Offered: An eligible household may receive a discount on either a wireline or wireless service, but not both. As of 2013 Lifeline offers support for services plans combining voice and broadband or packages including optional calling features. Supplementary Nutrition Assistance Program Street Address: 206 N. Broadway Red Lodge, MT 59068 at Office of Public Assistance Mailing Address: PO Box 1410 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Local Office Phone Number: (406)446-1302 or Hotline 1-800-332-2272 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 7AM-5:30PM Website: http://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/Default.htm Services Offered: SNAP helps low-income people by the food they need for good health. SNAP benefits are provided on an electronic card that is used like an ATM or bank card to buy food at most grocery stores. Balance of card services can be tracked online at ebt.mt.gov. Eligibility: Determined by evaluating specific nonfinancial and financial criteria. Households may have $2,000 in countable resources or $3000 in countable resources if at least one person is age 60 or older, or is disabled. Certain resources are NOT counted, such as a home and lot, the resources of people who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), the resources of people who receive Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)m and most pension programs. Households have to meet income tests unless all members are receiving TANF, SSI, or in some places general assistance. Most households must meet both the gross and net income tests, but a household with an elderly person or a person who is receiving certain types of disability payments only has to meet the net income test. Applying for SNAP benefits: A member of your household has to apply at the local office, address is listed above. If you are unable to go to the local office, you may have another person, called an authorized representative, apply and be interviewed on your behalf. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Stree Address: 206 N. Broadway Red Lodge, MT 59068 at Office of Public Assistance Mailing Address: PO Box 1410 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-1302 Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/hcsd/tanf/tanfeligibility.shtml Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 7AM-5:30PM Eligibility: Eligibility for TANF cash assistance is determined by evaluating specific nonfinancial and financial criteria established by federal and state regulations. Services Offered: TANF cash assistance is a program providing temporary financial assistance to needy families. The receipt of TANF cash assistance is limited to 60 months in an adult’s lifetime. Temporary financial assistance may be provided to the following families and individuals: Minor Children; Specified relatives with whom the children are living; The minor children’s blood-related/adoptive siblings with whom the children are living; Pregnant women in their last trimester who have no other eligible children; and Refugees with minor dependent children. 57 Applying for TANF: Applications seeking TANF benefits must fill out and submit an application containing family and financial information to their local office or the state website. The Online TANF Application can be filled out and submitted at the Montana State site, a PDF version can be printed out and sent in. Applications can also be obtained at the local office listed above. Costs of Service: None 58 VIII. Government Offices a) Carbon County Offices Carbon County Clerk and Recorder County Clerk & Recorder: Marcia Henigman until term ends on December 31, 2014 Street Address: County Administration Building 17 West 11th Street Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 887 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/clerk-recorder/ Email: recorder@co.carbon.mt.us Phone Number: (406) 446-1220 Hours of Operation: 8AM–5PM Monday – Friday (except legal holidays) Services: Birth Certificates, Plats Recorded and Deeds. Carbon County Commissioners Street Address: Administration Building 17 West 11th Street, Red Lodge MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 887 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Doug Tucker, Bridger District Commissioner, Presiding Officer until term ends on December 31, 2014 John Grewell, Joliet District Commissioner until term ends on December 31, 2016 John Prinkki, Red Lodge District Commissioner until term ends on December 31, 2012 Phone Number: (406) 446-1595 Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/commissioners/ Email Contact: commissioners@co.carbon.mt.us Hours of Operation: Monday & Thursday 8AM – 2PM Closed on all Legal Holidays Regular Meeting Schedule: Monday & Thursday 8AM – 2PM Public Comment Period: 8:30AM Carbon County Disaster and Emergency Services DES Coordinator: Darrel Krum Street Address: County Administration Building 17 West 11th Street Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 887 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/des/ Office Phone Number: (406) 446-1038 Cell Phone Number: (406) 446-0121 Email: dkrum@co.carbon.mt.us Hours of Operation: Monday – Thursday 8AM – 5PM Closed on all Legal Holiday Carbon County Extension Office Extension Office Supervisor: Travis Standley Street Address: 128 South Main Joliet, MT 59041 Mailing Address: PO Box 230 Joliet, MT 59041 Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/extension/ Phone Number: (406) 962-3522 Email Contact: tts@montana.edu Hours of Operation: 8AM–5PM Monday – Friday (except legal holidays) Services at Location: County Nurse/Public Health, Montana State University Extension Services and Hospitality Room 59 Carbon County Office of Planning and Sanitation Department Supervisor: Greg McGann Street Address: County Administration Building 17 West 11th Street Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 466 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/planning-sanitation/ Email Contact: gmcgann@co.carbon.mt.us Phone Number: (406) 446-1694 Hours of Operation: 8AM–5PM Monday – Friday (except legal holidays) Services: Air Quality Information, Approach Permits, County Growth Plan, Plat Approval Tracking, Subdivision Reviews and Water Quality Information. Carbon County Office of Public Assistance Street Address: 206 Broadway Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 1410 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-1302 Fax Number: (406)446-1680 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 7AM to 5:30PM Eligibility: Varies with the services Services Offered: Assistance and information on applying for Supplementary Nutrition Assistance Program “SNAP”, Medicaid and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families “TANF”. Also provides referrals for assistance with: child care, child support, housing, heating and utility assistance, telephone assistance, Medicaid travel costs, voter registration, supplemental security income, vocational rehabilitation, employment services, head start, Montana legal services, social services, Women Infants and Child, family violence services and community health care clinics. Costs of Service: None Carbon County Office of Public Health Public Health Nurse: Roberta Cady, RN Street Address: Carbon County Annex Building, 206 North Broadway, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2289 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/public-health/ Phone Number: (406) 446-9941 Fax Number: (406) 446-1274 Hours of Operation: 8AM– 5PM Monday – Friday (except legal holidays) Carbon County Road Department Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/road/ Bridger Road Shop Address: 38 Cemetery Road Bridger, MT 59014 Bridger Road Shop Supervisor: Doug Tucker (406) 446-1595 Bridger Road Shop Foreman: Rod Parker (406) 662-6306 Joliet Road Shop Address: 106 State Street Joliet, MT 59041 Joliet Road Shop Supervisor: John Grewell (406) 446-1595 Joliet Road Foreman: Al Swigert (406) 962-3546 Red Lodge Road Shop Address: 1225 South White Ave Red Lodge, MT 59068 Red Lodge Road Shop Supervisor: John Prinkki (406) 446-1595 Red Lodge Road Shop Foreman: Dennis Pitts (406) 446-1595 Services: Road Construction and Conditions for County roads and Snow Removal. 60 Carbon County Treasurer Treasurer: Jane Swanson-Webb Street Address: County Administration Building 17 West 11th Street Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 828 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-1221 Fax Number: (406) 446-2640 Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/treasurer/ Email: treasurer@co.carbon.mt.us Office Hours: 8AM–5PM Monday – Friday (except legal holidays) Services: License plates, Property Tax Information, Taxes, Real Property, Vehicle Licensing and Renewal. Carbon County Weed District Supervisor: Brian Ostwald Street Address: 30 Monahan Road Joliet, MT 59041 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 255 Joliet MT 59041 Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/weed-district/ Phone Number: (406) 962-3967 Fax Number: (406) 962-4358 Email: bostwald@co.carbon.mt.us Hours of Operation: 7AM – 5:30PM Monday – Thursday (except legal holidays) Services: Spraying noxious weeds and providing information for identification. Superintendent of Schools Superintendent: Jerry Scott until December 31, 2014 Street Address: Annex Building 206 North Broadway Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 116 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/superintendent-schools/ Phone Number: (406) 446-1301 Fax Number: (406) 446-9155 Hours of Operation: 8AM – 3PM Monday – Thursday (except legal holidays) Email: jscott@metnet.mt.gov b) City and County Courts Court Clerk of Montana Judicial District Twenty-Two Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/district-court/ Clerk of District Court: Rochelle Loyning until term ends of December 31, 2016 Street Address: County Courthouse 102 N. Broadway Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 948 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-1225 Office Hours: 8AM – 5PM Monday – Friday (except legal holidays) Email Contact: rloyning@mt.gov Services: Divorce Filing, Family History Records, Jury Duty, Marriage License, Passports, Probate Filing, Restraining Orders and Will Filing. 61 Bridger City Court Street Address: 108 South D Street Bridger, MT 59014 Mailing Address: Box 128 Bridger, MT 59014 Phone Number: (406) 662-1042 Court Held: Held on the first four Tuesdays of each month at 10:00 AM. Court Office Hours of Operation: Tuesdays 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM on Tuesdays. On the fifth Tuesday in a month, it closes at noon. Carbon County Attorney County Attorney: Alex Nixon until end of term on December 31, 2014 Deputy County Attorney: Rennie Wittman Street Address: County Courthouse 102 North Broadway Red Lodge MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 810 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-3300 or (406) 446-3455 Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/attorney/ Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 8AM– 5PM (except legal holidays) Fromberg City Court City Judge: Carol S. Anderson Street Address: 118 W River St Fromberg, MT 59029 Mailing Address: PO Box 236 Fromberg, MT 59029 Phone Number: (406) 668-7383 Hours of Operation: Wednesday afternoons Joliet City Court City Judge: Carol S. Anderson Street Address: 116 South Main Street, Joliet MT Mailing Address: PO Box 210 Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406)962-3567 Hours of Operation: Tuesday mornings Justice Court of Carbon County Justice of the Peace: Kevin Nichols until term ends on December 31, 2014 Street Address: County Courthouse 102 North Broadway Red Lodge MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 2 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-1440 Email Contact: knichols2@mt.gov Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/justice-court/ Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 8AM– 5PM (except legal holidays) Red Lodge City Court City Judge: Steve Muth Street Address: City Hall - 1 S. Platt, Red Lodge MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-4727 Hours of Operation: Monday mornings and Thursdays 62 c) Emergency Services Bridger Fire Department and Ambulance Street Address: 210 S C St Bridger, MT 59014 Mailing Address: PO Box 60 Bridger, MT 59014 Emergency Phone Number: 911 Non-Emergency Phone Number: (406) 662-3554 Email Contact: bvfd@bridger-vfd.com Website: http://www.bridger-vfd.com/ Bridger Police Department Street Address: 108 South D Street Bridger, MT 59014 Emergency Phone Number: 911 Non-Emergency Phone Number: (406)662-3116 Website: http://bridgerpolicedepartment.com/ Carbon County Sheriff Street Address: County Courthouse 102 North Broadway, Red Lodge MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 230 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-1234 Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/sheriff/ Sheriff: Tom Rieger until term end on December 31, 2014 Undersheriff: Dan McJunkin Hours of Operation: Every day/24 hours a day Office Open: 8:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday (except legal holidays) Fromberg Fire Department Street Address: 120 W River Street Fromberg, MT 59029 Mailing Address: PO Box 194 Fromberg, MT 59029 Emergency Phone Number: 911 Non-Emergency Phone Number: (406)668-9801 Fromberg Police Department Street Address: 118 West River Street, Fromberg MT Emergency Phone Number: 911 Non-Emergency Phone Number: (406)668-7383 Email: fpd@fromberg-mt.gov Joliet Fire and EMS Street Address: 129 N Main Street Joliet, MT 59041 Emergency Phone Number: 911 Non-Emergency Phone Number: (406)962-3472 Joliet Police Department Street Address: 116 South Main Street, Joliet MT Emergency Phone Number: 911 Non-Emergency Phone Number: (406)962-3133 63 Red Lodge Fire Rescue and Ambulance Street Address: 801 N. Broadway Ave, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 318, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Emergency Phone Number: 911 Non-Emergency Phone Number: (406) 446-2320 Website: http://www.redlodgefire.com/ Station Hours: 8AM-6PM Red Lodge Police Department Street Address: 1 S. Platt, Red Lodge MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Emergency Phone Number: 911 Non-Emergency Phone Numbers: (406)446-3672 Police Chief: Richard Pringle d) Federal Offices and Post Offices Bearcreek Post Office Street Address: 139 Main Street, Bearcreek, MT 59007 Phone Number: (406)446-3516 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-12:15PM and Saturday 8:00AM-9:15AM Beartooth Forest Service Ranger District Address: 6811 US Highway 212 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-2103 Fax Number: 406-446-3918 Website: http://www.fs.fed.us/ Belfry Post Office Street Address: 115 Vaill Avenue Belfry, MT 59008 Phone Number: (406) 664-3305 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 7:30AM-12:30PM and 1:30PM-4:15PM Boyd Post Office Street Address: 1 Montana Street Boyd, MT 59013 Phone Number: (406) 962-3288 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:30AM-12:30PM and Sat 8:30AM-10:30AM Bridger Post Office Street Address: 113 N Main Street Bridger MT 59014 Phone Number: (406) 662-3585 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-12:30PM and 1:30PM-4:30PM Edgar Post Office Street Address: 201 Elwell Street Edgar, MT 59026 Phone Number: (406) 962-3341 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:15AM-12PM and 1PM-3:15PM and Sat 8:15AM-11:15AM 64 Farm Service Agency Carbon County Office Mailing Address: 606 Front Ave. Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406) 962-3300 ext 2 Fax Number: (406) 962-3995 Fax Website: www.fsa.usda.gov/FSA/stateoffapp?mystate=mt&area=home&subject=landing&topic=landing Julie Winters, County Executive Director: julie.winters@mt.usda.gov Michael Turley, Farm Loan Manager: michael.turley@mt.usda.gov Fromberg Post Office Street Address: 123 W River Street Fromberg, MT 59029 Phone Number: (406) 668-7397 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM-12:30PM and 1:30PM-4:30PM Joliet Post Office Street Address: 120 E Front Avenue Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406) 962-3196 Hours of Operation: Open Weekdays 7:30AM-12PM and 1PM-4:30PM Red Lodge Post Office Street Address: 119 South Hauser Avenue Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-2629 Hours of Operation: Weekdays 8AM-4:30PM; Saturdays 10AM-1PM Roberts Post Office Street Address: 1 North 1st Street Roberts, MT 59070 Phone Number: (406) 445-2309 Hours of Operation: Open Weekdays 7:30AM-12PM and 1:30PM-4:15PM Roscoe Post Office Street Address: 111 Main Street, Roscoe MT 59071 Phone Number: (406)328-6860 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM to 1PM and Saturday 10AM-12:45PM e) Town and City Halls Bridger Town Hall Street Address: 108 South D Street Bridger, MT 59014 Mailing Address: Box 368 Bridger, MT 59014 Phone Number: (406) 662-3677 Hours of Operation: Monday to Thursday 7:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. Website: http://www.bridger-mt.com/ Town Council: Meets first Tuesday of each month Fromberg City Hall Street Address: 118 E River St Fromberg, MT 59029 Mailing Address: PO Box 236 Fromberg, MT 59029 Phone Number: (406) 668-7383 65 Website: http://www.fromberg-mt.gov/ General Information Email: info@fromberg-mt.gov City Clerk Email: clerk@fromberg-mt.gov Department of Public Works Email: dpw@fromberg-mt.gov Fromberg Police Department Email: fpd@fromberg-mt.gov Joliet City Hall Street Address: 116 S Main Street Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406)962-3567 Hours of Operation: Monday to Thursday 8AM-4PM Red Lodge City Hall Street Address: 1 South Platt Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-1606 Fax Number: (406) 446-3936 Website: http://cityofredlodge.com/default.asp Hours of Operation: 8AM-5PM Monday-Friday Closed Holidays Offices in City Hall: Mayor, City Planner, City Court, City Clerk, City Council and Building Inspector 66 IX. Hotlines and Helplines Adult Protection Services AIDS Hotline Alcohol Abuse Hotline Alcohol-Drug Treatment Referrals Alzheimer American Cancer Society American Lung Association American Red Cross Area II Agency on Aging Ask-A-Nurse Brain Injury Association for MT Chemical Dependency Child Abuse Hot-line Child Care Resource and Referral Child Find of America Child Support Enforcement Children’s Health Insurance (CHIP) Citizen’s Advocate of Montana Consumer Credit Counseling Consumer Financial Counseling Crime Stoppers Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Federal Student Loan Deferment Glaucoma Greyhound Bus Lines Hear Now Heartline (national child abuse) HRDC District 7 Infant Nutrition Internal Revenue Service Job Corps Library for the Blind Meat/Poultry USDA Medicaid Travel Mental Health Center Billings Montana Fair Housing Montana Insurance Division Montana Legal Services Montana Medicaid Help Line 1800-551-3191 1800-233-6668 1800-234-0420 1-800-262-4944 1800-272-3900 1800-227-2345 1800-586-4872 1-800-272-6668 1800-551-3191 1800-762-8778 1800-241-6442 1800-266-7198 1866-820-5437 1800-433-1411 1800-426-5678 1800-346-5437 1877-543-7669 1800-332-2272 1877-275-2227 1800-227-7539 (406)245-1212 (406)425-2222 1877-293-8946 1800-222-3937 1800-440-7712 1800-648-4327 1800-422-4453 1800-433-1411 1800-233-2468 1877-777-4778 1800-544-5627 1800-332-3400 1800-444-2064 1800-292-7114 1800-266-7198 1800-929-2611 1800-332-6148 1800-999-4941 1-800-362-8312 67 Montana Migrant Council Montana Warmline (Mental Health) National Center for Missing and Exploited Children National Child Abuse Hotline Nursing Home Information Poison Control Rimrock Trailways Bus Lines Road Report Runaway Hotline Rural Employment Opportunities Social Security National Social Security Local Tumbleweed Runaway Hotline Unemployment Insurance Vocational Rehabilitation Women, Infants, Children Food Program WIC Yellowstone County Community Help Line 1800-813-4492 1-877-688-3377 1800-843-5678 1800-422-4453 1800-332-2272 1800-525-5042 1800-255-7655 1800-226-7623 or 511 1800-621-4000 1800-823-5566 1800-772-1213 1800-453-0524 1888-816-4702 1800-207-0667 1800-279-7532 (406)247-3370 (406)657-3120 68 X. Housing Programs a) General Housing Programs Department of Housing and Urban Development Street Address: Paul G. Hatfield U.S. Courthouse 901 Front Street – Suite 1300 Helena, MT 59626 Phone Number: (406) 449-5050 Montana Website: http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/states/montana Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30 PM Email Montana Office: MT_Webmanger@hud.com Programs: Public Housing Agency, Home Investment Partnerships Program HOME and Low Income Housing Tax Credit Montana Board of Housing Street Address: 301 S Park Ave Room 240 Helena MT 59601 Mailing Address: PO Box 200528 Helena MT 59620-0528 Phone Number: (406)841-2840 Website: http://housing.mt.gov/about/mboh/default.mcpx Programs: Disabled Homeownership Program aka Disabled Accessible Affordable Homeownership Program (DAAHP), Multifamily Loan Program, NeighborWorks Montana Programs and Single Family Bond Program U.S. Department of Agriculture Street Address: 1629 Ave. D Building A Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)657-6297 ext 4 or National Housing Program (800) 877-8339 Website: http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/MT_Home.html Email: gloria.hawkins@mt.usda.gov Programs: Mutual Self-Help Loans, Guaranteed Housing Loans, Section 538 Rural Rental Housing, Rural Repair and Rehabilitation Loans and Grants and Direct Housing Loans b) Assistance in Home Buying Beartooth RC&D Home Buyer Education and Counseling Mailing Address: P.O. Box 180 Joliet, MT 59041 Street Address: 110 South Main Street Joliet, MT 59041 Website: http://beartooth.org/index.html Phone Number: (406) 962-3914 Email: vsmith@beartooth.org Homebuyer Education: Classes cover understanding credit, setting up a workable household budget, goal setting, calculating affordability for a new mortgage, lending options, finding a realtor, protecting your assets, shopping for insurance, personal taxes and tax credits, down payment assistance programs, maintaining your investment, what to expect at closing, foreclosure prevention and predatory lending. This class is a one day pre-purchase class. Pre-registration is required by calling 406-962-3914. Fee for Classes: Pre-registration is required no later than 3 business days prior to the class. Early registration fee is $35.00 per household or $45.00 for late registration. The registration fee is nonrefundable, but may be applied for a future class. Cash or checks are accepted. 69 Class Dates: http://beartooth.org/bin/library/Class%20dates.pdf Registration: http://beartooth.org/bin/library/Homebuyer%20Program%20Registration.pdf One on One Counseling: Beartooth RC&D also provides one on one counseling for the first time homebuyer. This includes budgeting, understanding your credit, repairing credit, personal affordability and helping create an action plan for home ownership. Although this counseling service is at no cost to the first time homebuyer, we strongly recommend all counseling clients also attend the First Time Homebuyer’s class after their counseling session, as it is often a requirement for many down payment assistance and loan programs. Disabled Accessible Affordable Homeownership Program (DAAHP) Provider Organization: Montana Board of Housing Street Address: 301 S Park Ave Room 240 Helena MT 59601 Mailing Address: PO Box 200528 Helena MT 59620-0528 Phone Number: (406)841-2840 Brief Description: The DAAHP objective is to provide affordable, architecturally accessible homes for people with permanent physical disabilities such that they can live independently. Eligibility: Annual income cannot exceed $30,000; home must be primary residence for the life of the loan and one or more household member has a qualifying disability. Property Criteria: single family home, meets all size and cost limits and accommodates disability. Loan Criteria: No cash back to borrower(s); 30-year fixed rate loan with no reservation fee; Interest rate varies; Hazard insurance $1,000 deductible all peril and escrow for tax and insurance Underwriting Criteria: Per guidelines applicable to insurer or guarantor HRDC District 7 Human Resource Development Council Housing Programs Street Address: 7 North 31st Street Billings, Montana 59103 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2016 Billings, Montana 59103 Phone Numbers: (406)247-4732 or 1800-433-1411 Website: http://www.hrdc7.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Must be economically disadvantaged according to Federal/State guidelines. Housing Counseling: Certified Housing Counselor provides housing counseling to homeowners, buyers, and renters to assist with improving housing conditions, meeting responsibilities of home ownership as well as tenancy. HUD Section 8 Housing Assistance: Provides low-income families who live outside of the city limits of Billings rental assistance. Residents of Carbon County are eligible. Manufactures Housing Replacement Program: Assist individuals who own their manufactures home and the land it resides on with replacement housing costs to replace the energy consumptive, unsafe housing. First Time Home Buyer Savings Account Information Website: http://www.msuextension.org/ Purpose: This is a special savings account for the purchase of a first home and to save on Montana income taxes. A Montana resident can contribute any amount into a first-time home buyer savings account, but maximum amount that can be used to reduce Montana taxable income is $3,000 annually for each taxpayer who files singly. For married couples who file their tax returns jointly, the maximum amount that can be used to reduce Montana taxable income is $6,000 annually. The account can be established at a state or federally chartered bank, credit union or other financial institution and must be separate from other accounts. 70 Eligibility for First-Time Home Buyer Savings Account: Montana residents who have not previously purchased a single family residence and who file income tax returns can contribute to a first-time home buyer savings account. If a married couple buys a home in one spouse’s name only and the other spouse has never been an owner of a home, then they would qualify as a first-time home buyer if they were to be a purchaser of a home in the future and could open a first-time home buyer account. Requirements under the First-Time Home Buyer Act: If taxpayers have previously owned a home at any other time, in any other state or country, they do not qualify for first-time home buyer savings accounts. The first-time home buyer savings account must be established prior to the purchase of a single-family home. Money in a first-time home buyer savings account must be used for eligible home buyer expenses to qualify for a Montana income tax reduction. The first-time home buyer account holder must use the money for eligible costs related to the purchase of a single-family residence within 10 years. Eligible Expenses: Money withdrawn from a first-time home buyer savings account is not subject to Montana income taxation if used for eligible costs for the purchase of a single-family residence by a firsttime home buyer such as down payments, realtor’s fees, appraisal costs or loan origination fees. NeighborWorks Montana Programs Street Address: 301 S Park Ave Room 240 Helena MT 59601 Mailing Address: PO Box 200528 Helena MT 59620-0528 Phone Number: (406)841-2840 Website: http://www.nwmt.org/ Brief Description: Provides assistance in covering the one-time closing costs that must be paid up-front when purchasing a home. NeighborWorks Montana can provide down payment assistance anywhere in the state not covered by other programs. Borrower Eligibility Criteria: Income must not exceed 125% of median family income per household size; limit of 200% of poverty for TANF Program with at least one child with legal relationship under age 18 in household; single head of household with dependent children (mandatory for TANF program), or have a disabled family member; Home must be primary residence for the duration of the loan; Asset limitations of $5,000 liquid cash, and $70,000 total family assets; Must have completed NWMTapproved homebuyer education; If already receiving TANF cash assistance, may not be eligible for TANF program. Single Family Bond Program Provider Organization: Montana Board of Housing Street Address: 301 S Park Ave Room 240 Helena MT 59601 Mailing Address: PO Box 200528 Helena MT 59620-0528 Phone Number: (406)841-2840 Purpose: Assist low and moderate income Montanans in purchasing homes. Program is intended for first time home buyers in most cases. Include certain income requirements and house price restrictions. Eligibility: Homebuyer, spouse, child or parent must have a permanent physical disability with a mobility impairment; annual income not exceeding $30,000 or total family assets exceeding $50,000, and, be a first time homebuyer or have a home which was purchased prior to the disability. Loan Details: Interest rates vary from 2.75% up to 5%, depending on the buyers annual income. Set-aside Mortgage Programs: The Board may make additional mortgage funds available through the recycling of mortgage prepayments and other funds held under prior bond issues of the Single Family Bond Program. The Board works in partnership with local non-profit housing organizations, local governments, and other housing providers to develop programs to target specific housing needs within a local community. 71 USDA Direct Housing Loans Address: 1629 Ave. D Building A Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)657-6297 ext 4 Website: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome Area Contact: Gloria Hawkins (406)657-6297 gloria.hawkins@mt.usda.gov USDA grant website: http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/HAD-Direct_Housing_Loans.html Purpose: Section 502 loans are primarily used to help low-income individuals or households purchase homes in rural areas. Funds can be used to build, repair, renovate or relocate a home, or to purchase and prepare sites, including providing water and sewage facilities. Eligibility: Applicants for direct loans from HCFP must have very low or low incomes. Families must be without adequate housing, but be able to afford the mortgage payments, including taxes and insurance. Applicants must be unable to obtain credit elsewhere, yet have reasonable credit histories. Terms: Loans are for up to 33 years (38 for those with incomes below 60 percent of AMI and who cannot afford 33-year terms). The term is 30 years for manufactured homes. The interest rate is modified by payment assistance subsidy. Standards: Under the Section 502 program, housing must be modest in size, design, and cost. USDA Guaranteed Housing Loans Address: 1629 Ave. D Building A Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)657-6297 ext 4 Website: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome Area Contact: Gloria Hawkins (406)657-6297 gloria.hawkins@mt.usda.gov Eligibility: Applicants for loans may have an income of up to 115% of the median income for the area. Families must be without adequate housing, but be able to afford the mortgage payments, including taxes and insurance. In addition, applicants must have reasonable credit histories. Approved Lenders: Any State housing agency; Lenders approved by: HUD for submission of applications for Federal Housing Mortgage Insurance or as an issuer of Ginnie Mae mortgage backed securities; the U.S. Veterans Administration as a qualified mortgagee; Fannie Mae for participation in family mortgage loans; Freddie Mac for participation in family mortgage loans; Any FCS (Farm Credit System) institution with direct lending authority; Any lender participating in other USDA Rural Development and/or Farm Service Agency guaranteed loan programs. Standards: Under the Section 502 program, housing must be modest in size, design, and cost. Houses constructed, purchased, or rehabilitated must meet the voluntary national model building code adopted by the state and HCFP thermal and site standards. Manufactured housing restrictions also apply. Applying: Contact the local Rural Development office in your area. USDA Mutual Self-Help Loans Address: 1629 Ave. D Building A Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)657-6297 ext 4 Website: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome Area Contact: Gloria Hawkins (406)657-6297 gloria.hawkins@mt.usda.gov Purpose: The Section 502 Mutual Self-Help Housing Loan program is used primarily to help very lowand low-income households construct their own homes. Eligibility: Applicants must have very low or low incomes. Families must be without adequate housing; they must be able to afford the mortgage payments including principal, interest, taxes and insurance. Terms: Loans are for up to 33 years (38 for those with incomes below 60 percent of the area median.) Standards: Housing must be modest in size, design, and cost. 72 USDA Rural Repair and Rehabilitation Loans and Grants Provider Organization: U.S. Department of Agriculture Address: 1629 Ave. D Building A Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)657-6297 ext 4 Website: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome Area Contact: Gloria Hawkins (406)657-6297 gloria.hawkins@mt.usda.gov USDA grant website: http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/HAD-RR_Loans_Grants.html Purpose: The Very Low-Income Housing Repair program provides loans and grants to very low-income homeowners to repair, improve, or modernize their dwellings or to remove health and safety hazards. Eligibility: Homeowner-occupants must be unable to obtain affordable credit elsewhere and must have very low incomes, defined as below 50 percent of the area median income. They must need to make repairs and improvements to make the dwelling more safe and sanitary or to remove health and safety hazards. Grants are only available to homeowners who are 62 years old or older and cannot repay a loan. Terms: Loans of up to $20,000 and grants of up to $7,500 are available. Loans are for up to 20 years at 1 percent interest. Grants may be recaptured if the property is sold in less than 3 years. Grant funds may be used only to pay for repairs and improvements resulting in the removal of health and safety hazards. Standards: Water supply and sewage disposal systems should normally meet HCFP requirements. All work must meet local codes and standards. c) Local Housing Campbell Courts Street Address: 502 South Fourth Street Bridger, MT 59014 Phone Number: (406)446-1463 Information: Eighteen apartments are available to persons 62 and older as well as disabled persons. Utilities are included in the rent. Rent subsidized at 30% adjusted income. Apartments include both one and two bedroom units. Frontier Communities Street Address: 1115 South Adams Avenue Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)855-4626 Office Hours: 7 days a week 8AM to 5PM Information: 24 total units, 17 can be rent subsidized. All one bedroom apartments; available only to persons age 62 and older, or handicapped individuals. Utilities included in rent. Rent: Based on 30% adjusted income. Mountain Springs Villa Resident Owned Community Street Address: 1028 Coutts Ave. Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 371 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)818-2191 Contact Name: Bernie Email: berniel02@yahoo.com Eligibility: Low to moderate income families Information: Mountain Springs Villa is a resident owned community of manufactured homes. Those interested in becoming residents will have to order their homes in advance. Five lots are currently available for purchase. 73 Mountain View Apartments Street Address: 522 Airport Road Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-9085 Office Hours: Monday and Tuesday 10AM to 2PM Information: 32 units, both one and two bedrooms apartments with rent subsidized. Water, garbage and sewage included with rent. Apartment kitchens include fridge, stove/oven and dishwasher. Apartments are carpeted and complex includes laundry facilities. Income restrictions. Contact office for application. Rent: One bedroom is $360 a month and two bedroom is $435 a month. Red Lodge Apartments Address: 1120 S Edict Ave, #A6, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-3108 Office Hours: Monday through Wednesday 10AM to 2PM Information: 24 total units12 one bedroom units, 8 two bedroom units and 4 three bedroom units. Rent subsidizes available depending on adjusted income. Appliances furnished, laundry facility and carpeted. No pets. Rent includes water, sewage and garbage. Rent: Determined by income. d) Programs for Landlords and Communities Home Investment Partnerships Program HOME Program Provider: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Street Address: Paul G. Hatfield U.S. Courthouse 901 Front Street – Suite 1300 Helena, MT 59626 Phone Number: (406) 449-5050 Website: http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/states/montana Information: HOME is the largest Federal block grant to State and local governments designed exclusively to create affordable housing for low-income households. Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program Provider: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Street Address: Paul G. Hatfield U.S. Courthouse 901 Front Street – Suite 1300 Helena, MT 59626 Phone Number: (406) 449-5050 Website: http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/states/montana Information: The credit is a federal income tax credit for owners of qualifying rental housing which meets certain low income occupancy and rent limitation requirements. The credit is taken as a reduction in participants tax liability over a 10 year period. The credit can also be sold to investors to act as a financing source. Except for certain buildings substantially financed with tax-exempt bonds, an owner must first obtain a credit allocation from the appropriate state agency before claiming the tax credit. The amount of tax credit which may be allocated annually for housing within each state is limited to $2.15 per state resident. The Montana Board of Housing (MBOH) is the state agency which allocates the tax credit for housing located in Montana. The Board will provide fixed rate mortgages for low income rental housing which meet underwriting eligibility and receive approval of HUD mortgage insurance. 74 Multifamily Loan Program Program Provider: Montana Board of Housing Street Address: 301 S Park Ave. Room 240 Helena MT 59601 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 200528 Helena MT 59620-0528 Phone Number: (406)841-2840 Website: http://housing.mt.gov/ Information: This program provides financing to owners of qualifying housing. Multi-Family Housing Programs offer loans to provide affordable multi-family rental housing for very low, low, and moderate income families; the elderly; and persons with disabilities. This is primarily a direct mortgage program, but funds may also be used to buy and improve land and to provide necessary facilities such as water and waste disposal systems. In addition, deep subsidy rental assistance is available to eligible families. USDA Section 538 Rural Rental Housing Program Provider: U.S. Department of Agriculture Street Address: 1629 Ave. D Building A Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)657-6297 ext 4 Website: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome Area Contact: Gloria Hawkins (406)657-6297 gloria.hawkins@mt.usda.gov Purpose: This program provides loan guarantees to lenders for financing, construction, acquisition, and rehabilitation of multi-family housing units. Eligibility: Public entities; For-profit corporations; Non-profit organizations; Tribal Governments; Individuals; Located in rural area, population not to exceed 20,000 Terms / Rates: Maximum 40 year term; Lender / Applicant negotiated rates/fixed rate based on Treasury Rate; Guarantee up to 90% Apply: Applications are handled through local Billings office. e) Rental Assistance Housing Choice Vouchers Public Housing Agency Billings Office Address: 2415 1st Avenue N. Billings MT 59101 Public Housing Agency Billings Office Phone: (406)245-6391 Web: http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/program_offices/public_indian_housing/programs/hcv Information: This program assists very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled to afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market. Since housing assistance is provided on behalf of the family or individual, participants are able to find their own housing, including single-family homes, townhouses and apartments. The participant is free to choose any housing that meets the program requirements. Eligibility: The family’s income may not exceed 50% of the median income for the county or metropolitan area in which the family chooses to live. By law, a PHA must provide 75 percent of its voucher to applicants whose incomes do not exceed 30 percent of the area median income. To Apply: Applications for Carbon County must be done through the local Billings Office. 75 HRDC District 7 Human Resource Development Council Housing Programs Street Address: 7 North 31st Street Billings, Montana 59103 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2016 Billings, Montana 59103 Phone Numbers: (406)247-4732 or 1800-433-1411 Website: http://www.hrdc7.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Must be economically disadvantaged according to Federal/State guidelines. HUD Section 8 Housing Assistance: Provides low-income families who live outside of the city limits of Billings rental assistance. Residents of Carbon County are eligible. Public Housing Agency Billings Office Street Address: 2415 1st Avenue N. Billings MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)245-6391 Email: hablb@wtp.net National Service Line: 1-800-955-2232 Information: The Public Housing Agency is under the Department of Housing and Urban Development and connects local persons with needed housing services. If you need public housing assistance or would like specific information about public housing programs such as housing choice vouchers this is the office to contact. USDA Rental Assistance Program Program Provider: U.S. Department of Agriculture Street Address: 1629 Ave. D Building A Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)657-6297 ext 4 Fax Number: (406)657-6294 Website: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome Area Contact: Gloria Hawkins (406)657-6297 gloria.hawkins@mt.usda.gov Purpose: The Rural Rental Assistance (RA) program provides an additional source of support for households with incomes too low to pay the HCFP subsidized (basic) rent from their own resources. HCFP pays the owner of a multi-family housing complex the difference between the tenant’s contribution (30 percent of adjusted income) and the monthly rental rate. Eligibility: Persons with very low and low incomes, the elderly, and persons with disabilities are eligible if they are unable to pay the basic monthly rent within 30 percent of adjusted monthly income. Very low income is defined as below 50 percent of the area median income (AMI); low income is between 50 and 80 percent of AMI; moderate income is established by adding $5,500 to the low-income limit. 76 XI. Legal Resources a) Legal Aid and Information Estate Planning in the State of Montana Information Website: http://www.montana.edu/estateplanning/ Dying Without a Will Website: http://www.montana.edu/dyingwithoutawill/ Information Provided: Accessing a Deceased Person’s Financial Accounts, Beneficiary Deeds in Montana Custodial Accounts for Kids Under Age 21, Designating Beneficiaries through Contractual Arrangements Dying Without a Will in Montana, Estate Planning for Families with Minor and/or Special Needs Children, Estate Planning in Montana, Federal Estate Tax, Gifting, Letter of Last Instructions, Life Insurance, Montana’s End-of-Life Registry, Montana Rights of the Terminally Ill Act, Nonprobate Transfers, Power of Attorney, Probate in Montana, Property Ownership, Provider Orders for LifeSustaining Treatment, Revocable Living Trusts, Settling an Estate, Transferring Your Farm or Ranch to the Next Generation, Transferring Your Farm or Ranch to the Next Generation Through a QTIP Trust, Using a Bypass Trust to Provide for Children from a Prior Marriage, Rights Over Remains, Transferring Non-Titled Property and Wills. Montana Code Annotated Website: http://data.opi.mt.gov/bills/mca_toc/index.htm Website Services: Annotated Code is a compilation of general and permanent state statutes that are currently in force, organized by subject matter. Annotated codes also include commentary on the statutes and case law relating to the application of the statutes in the state of Montana. This site provides information only and the staff which maintain it do not provide legal advice. Montana Law Help Website: http://www.montanalawhelp.org/MT/index.cfm Website Services: Online legal forms and information from a wide range of topics. Website includes family law information, employment law information, information on American Indian issues, housing law, legal information for seniors, veteran and military benefit information, legal information on personal finances, domestic violence legal information, tax information, information on public benefits, information on the legal system and self-help information for self-representation. Montana Legal Service Association Street Address: 2442 1st Avenue North Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406) 248-7113 or 1-800-666-6899 Website: http://www.mtlsa.org/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 10AM-4PM Eligibility: To qualify for services, applicants generally must have income of 125% or less of the federal poverty level and limited assets. You must also be a U.S. citizen or an eligible alien. Services Offered: Earned income tax credit clinic, Legal advice and representation for clients, Referrals to pro bono attorneys and other providers, Self-help clinics, Self-help materials, and Education brochures, classes and workshops for Montana’s low-income community. Areas of law covered: Tenant and landlord, social security and other public services, family law, domestic violence, bankruptcy, Indian law, migrant workers’ legal issues, consumer matters and housing discrimination and other civil rights. Costs of Service: No charge for services. However, persons may have to pay court costs and filing fees. Online Application: http://www.mtlsa.org/get-legal-help/apply-legal-services/ 77 Tenant Rights, Laws and Protections Montana Website: http://www.hud.gov/local/mt/renting/tenantrights.cfm Website Services: Information on tenant rights and legal protections for renters. Website also includes links for U.S. Renter's Kit, information for filing complaints and information on housing laws. Self Help Law Center 13th Judicial District Street Address: Billings Parmly Library 510 North Broadway Billings, MT Phone Number: (406)869-3531 Email: pleikam@mt.gov Services: Offers information on dissolution of marriage (divorce), parenting plans (custody), consumer credit problems, guardianship of a minor, step parent adoption, understanding how to file a motion, limited emancipation of a minor, limited emancipation of a minor, connecting people to aging legal services, finding information about end of life decisions, landlord tenant issues and changing your name. Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 8AM-noon and 1PM-4PM except Wednesday, no appointment necessary. Restrictions: The Self Help Law Center is not staffed by attorney and will not provide you with legal advice, it will not represent you in court, it will not tell you what you should or should not do, it will not make legal decisions or strategies for you and it will not interpret the law for your unique situation. YWCA of Billings Street Address: 909 Wyoming Ave. Billings, MT 59101 Phone Numbers: (406)252-6303 24 hour hotline (406)259-8100 Website: http://www.ywcabillings.org/ Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM 24 hour hotline (406)259-8100 Eligibility: Victims of sexual assault or domestic violence The YWCA Domestic Violence Victim Services: Anyone experiencing family violence is eligible for some or all of our services at no cost. Services include 24 hour hotline, emergency shelter, support groups, legal advocacy, information and referrals and awareness education. Sexual Violence Victims Services: YMCA offers immediate services for victims of sexual violence including immediate outreach to victims of sexual assault / rape 24 hours a day – 7days a week, immediate crisis intervention through advocates and the 24 Hour Crisis Line, accompaniment for victims to the hospital for the rape exam, face to face crisis intervention for rape / assault victims and their families, support groups for victims of rape / sexual assault or adults who were molested as children, accompaniment for victims through criminal proceedings or interactions with law enforcement. Costs of Service: pay as able or 1$ a day per family member b) Miscellaneous Legal Programs Carbon Alternatives Street Address: 206 N. Broadway Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 1652 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-1675 Website: http://www.altinc.net/ Services Offered: Jail Alternatives are supervision and treatment services designed to reduce jail overcrowding, teach responsibility, keep indigent offenders out of jail, permit non-dangerous offenders to retain employment, and to save the taxpayer money. Costs of Service: Varies by program 78 Domestic and Sexual Violence Services of Carbon County Street Address: 506 Broadway Mailing Address: PO Box 314 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-2296 Website: http://www.dsvsmontana.org/ Email Contact: info@dsvsmontana.org Hours of Operation: 24 hour helpline (406)452-2222 Eligibility: Victims of sexual assault or domestic violence from Carbon county, Stillwater county and Sweetgrass county. Services Offered: Transportation assistance, emergency aid and safety planning for victims and their children. Assistance in applying for orders of protection and for crime victim compensation. Support groups, one on one and transitional housing program. Tri-County Victim/Witness Program Street Address: 38 N 4th Street Columbus, MT 59019 Mailing Address: PO Box 179 Columbus, MT 59019 Phone Number: (406)322-8561 Fax Number: (406)322-4688 Eligibility: Victims or witnesses of violent crimes. Also available to anyone seeking assistance and information regarding domestic violence. Service area is Stillwater, Sweet Grass and Carbon Counties. Services Offered: Initial crisis counseling, emotional support, and guidance for victims of violence. Provides information regarding domestic violence. Assists with crime victim’s compensation. Provides information regarding protection from threats or harm as a witness or victim. Explains the court process, status of court process, and makes referrals to support services. Costs of Service: None 79 XII. Local Area Phone Numbers Local Area Phone Numbers Beartooth Nature Center Beartooth Humane Alliance Domestic and Sexual Violence Drug and Alcohol Program Grizzly Peak Animal Hospital Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks New Neighbor Service Poison Control Center Road Conditions Local Road Conditions State (406)446-1133 (406)446-3500 (406)425-2222 (406)446-2500 (406)446-1778 (406)446-0106 (406)446-2222 1800-525-5042 511 1800-226-7623 City Government Offices Bridger Ambulance Bridger Fire Bridger Town Hall Fromberg City Hall Fromberge Fire Joliet City Hall Joliet County Nurse Joliet Fire and EMS Red Lodge City Clerk Red Lodge City Shop Red Lodge Fire/EMS 911 or (406)662-3554 911 or (406)662-3554 (406)662-3677 (406)668-7383 (406)668-9801 (406)962-3567 (406)962-9166 911 or (406)962-3581 (406)446-1606 (406)446-1681 911 or (406)446-2320 County Government Offices Assessor Attorney Clerk and Recorder Commissioners Disaster and Emergency District Court Family Services Justice of the Peace Planning and Sanitation Public Assistance Public Health Nurse Road Department Bridger (406)446-1223 (406)446-3300 (406)446-1220 (406)446-1595 (406)446-1038 (406)446-1225 (406)446-3729 (406)446-1440 (406)446-1694 (406)446-1302 (406)446-9941 (406)662-6306 80 Road Department Joliet Road Department Red Lodge Sheriff Supt. Of Schools Treasurer Youth Court Weed District (406)962-3546 (406)446-1595 911 or (406)446-1234 (406)446-1301 (406)446-1221 (406)446-1560 (406)962-3967 Federal Government Offices Bearcreek Post Office Belfry Post Office Boyd Post Office Bridger Post Office Edgar Post Office Farm Service Agency County Office Fromberg Post Office Joliet Post Office Red Lodge Post Office Roberts Post Office Roscoe Post Office (406)446-3516 (406)664-3305 (406)962-3318 (406)662-3585 (406)962-3341 (406) 962-3300 ext 2 (406)668-7397 (406)962-3196 (406)446-2629 (406)445-2309 (406)328-6860 Transportation Black Hills Stage LINX Red Lodge Senior Citizen’s Center Rimrock Trailways 402-371-3850 or 877-779-2999 (toll-free) 877-454-5469 (406)446-1826 (406)245-5392 or 1800-255-7655 81 XIII. Medical Services a) General Medical Services American Diabetes Association Street Address: 3203 3rd Avenue North, Suite 203 Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406) 256-0616 Fax Number: (406) 896-0289 Website: www.diabetes.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM-4PM Eligibility: Varies by service Services Offered: Summer Youth Retreat for youths with diabetes (ages 8-17), health fairs, seminars and volunteer opportunities Costs of Service: Varies by service American Heart Association Street Address: 2812 1st Ave. N., Suite 216 Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406) 256-3855 Website: www.americanhearth.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5PM Services Offered: Provides education information and volunteer opportunities Costs of Service: None Angelas Piazza: Women’s Drop in Center Street Address: 420 Grand Ave. Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406) 255-0611 Fax Number: (406) 248-3240 Website: http://www.angelaspiazza.org/ House of Operation: Monday-Friday 10AM-5PM Services Offered: Support groups and education classes Costs of Service: None Arthritis Foundation Montana Office Mailing Address: Arthritis Foundation Attn: Carrie Strike PO Box 8113, Missoula, MT 59807 Phone Number: (406)461-8368 or 800-475-6447 Email: cstrike@arthritis.org Website: www.arthritis.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Anyone with arthritis or related disease is eligible Services Offered: Educational information, classes, advocacy, doctor referrals, juvenile camp for kids with arthritis Costs of Services: Varies by service and scholarships are available. Classes in Billings: Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program and Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program are exercise programs designed specifically for people with arthritis offered at Mission Ridge 406-655-5250 or Billings Athletic Club 406-259-2626. 82 Carbon County Health Association Street Address: 101 South Main Joliet, MT 59041 Mailing Address: PO Box 197 Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406)962-3800 Eligibility: Services are available to the public. No financial eligibility requirements. Services Offered: Provides community programs and services while addressing community needs, senior needs and health issues. Provides ombudsman services to care facilities and food supplement and commodity program. Costs of Service: None Carbon County Office of Public Health Public Health Nurse: Roberta Cady, RN Street Address: Carbon County Annex Building, 206 North Broadway, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2289 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/public-health/ Phone Number: (406) 446-9941 Fax Number: (406) 446-1274 Hours of Operation: 8AM– 5PM Monday – Friday (except legal holidays) David G. Evans D.D.S Family Dentistry Street Address: 24 South Oakes Red Lodge, MT Phone Number: (406)446-2814 Services: Complete preventive care, periodontal (gum) treatment, tooth-colored fillings, TMJ (bite and jaw) issues, root canals, restorations including implants, crowns and bridges, sealants and tooth whitening. Payment Options: All major credit/debit cards, personal checks, CareCredit, in-office Payment Plan and insurance plans are submitted by the office. Montana Healthy Kids Provider Donated Dental Services C/O Montana Dental Association Mailing Address: PO Box 1154 Helena, MT 59624 Phone Number: (406)449-9670 Website: http://www.nfdh.org/joomla_nfdh/images/applications/pdf/montana.pdf Fax Number: (406)443-1546 Eligibility: Applicant must complete application. There are no rigid financial eligibility requirements. Services Offered: Provides comprehensive dental care to people of all age who, because of a disability, advanced age, or chronic illness, lack adequate income to pay for needed dental care. Costs of Service: Usually no charge, but may be encouraged if able especially when laboratory work is involved. Hub, The Address: 515 N 27th St. Billings, MT 59103 Phone Number: (406) 248-4803 Website: http://www.mhcbillings.org/services_hub.html Hours of Operation: Monday -Saturday 12PM-6PM Eligibility: Persons experiencing barriers due to mental health conditions Services Offered: drop in center for the homeless/mentally ill Costs of Service: none 83 Montana Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1266 Forsyth MT 59327 Phone Number: (406)346-1488 Email: djklmk@rangeweb.net Website: http://www.mtlionsshfnd.org/ Information: An application for individual financial assistance from the Montana Lions Sight and Hearing Foundation requires several items of information. Among the items to be filled out are: a sponsoring lions club is recommended to submit the applicants name; an explanation of what the financial assistance will be used for; any other organizations requested help from and their response; health insurance coverage; financial statement; diagnosis and recommendation by your eye care professional, hearing or speech specialist. Additional information, assistance applications and assistance can be obtained by contacting the Administrator of the Montana Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation. Montana Migrant Health Program “Migrant Council” Street Address: 3318 3rd Ave N # 100, Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406) 248-3149 Website: http://www.mtpca.org/mtmigrant.htm Email Contact: cstephens@180com.net Eligibility: Persons doing mostly seasonal agriculture work Services Offered: Provides basic health care to migrant and seasonal farm workers. Referrals made by out nurses to physicians and dentists closest to the patient. Also assists people with mental/physical disabilities to access help from the State Vocational Rehabilitation program. Please call main office for more information, including locations of out other offices in Montana. Costs of Service: Sliding fee scale Muscular Distrophy Association Street Address: 2070 Overland Ave. #101 Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406) 655-9000 Website: http://www.mdausa.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM Eligibility: Must be diagnosed or in process of being diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy, doctor referral needed Services Offered: Free diagnosis, follow-up care, PT-OT evaluation, assistance with wheelchair purchase summer camp for kids Costs of Services: Clinics and summer camp are free Yellowstone AIDS Project Street Address: 2906 1st Avenue N. Suite 200 Billings MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)245-2029 Website: http://www.yapmt.org/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM Eligibility: Persons infected or affected by HIV or AIDS Services Offered: Prevention, counseling, testing, emergency assistance and housing assistance Costs of Service: Varies by service 84 b) Hospitals, Medical and Health Centers Absarokee Medical Clinic St. Vincent Primary Care Network Street Address: 55 N Montana Ave, Absarokee, MT 59001 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 425 Absarokee, MT 59001 Phone Number: (406) 328-4497 or 406-322-5316 afterhours Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-12PM & 1PM-5PM Services: Men’s and women’s health, obstetric care, pediatric and adolescent care, geriatric medicine, sports medicine, laboratory, x-rays, and EKGs. Beartooth Billings Clinic Red Lodge Street Address: 2525 North Broadway, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-2345 or 1-877-404-9442 Website: http://www.beartoothbillingsclinic.org/ Services: Emergency Care, Same Day Care, Family Medicine, Inpatient Acute Care, Endoscopy, Diagnostic Radiology, Hospice and Home Care, Laboratory Services and Walk-In-Lab Services, Rehabilitation and Therapy Services, Children’s Center and Early Childhood Education and Public Health Services. Financial Assistance: Clients may apply for financial assistance for themselves and their families ifthey have concerns that they may be unable to pay for all or part of your health care services. To determine if you qualify, please complete the Financial Assistance Application at http://www.beartoothbillingsclinic.org/Portals/0/PDF/Financial%20Assistance%20Application%204_13 %20%282%29%20Fillable.pdf and email to AccountsReceivable@beartoothbillingsclinic.org , Fax to 406.446.0084, or send via USPS to Beartooth Billings Clinic, Attn: PFS Financial Assistance, PO Box 590, Red Lodge, MT 59068. Billings Columbus Clinic Street Address: 407 A Street Columbus, MT 59019 Phone Number: (406)322-4542 Website: http://www.billingsclinic.com/body.cfm?id=145 Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – Noon and 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Services: General health exams, skin conditions, school/sport physicals, hypertension, women’s care, pediatrics, risk evaluation, family planning, cancer screening, diabetes, injury evaluations and treatments, minor surgery, sport related injuries, geriatrics and endoscope. Billings Clinic Downtown Street Address: 801 N. 29th St Billings, MT 59107 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 37000 Billings, MT 59107-7000 Phone Numbers: 406-238-2501 or toll free 1-800-332-7156 Website: http://www.billingsclinic.com/body.cfm?id=147 Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 8AM- 5PM Services: Billings Clinic includes physicians, physicians assistants and nurse practitioners in 45 different specialties for general health care, Home Oxygen & Medical Equipment, Cancer Center, Sports Medicine, Same Day Care, General Surgery, Family Birth Center, Family Medicine, Family Practice, Diabetes Management Center, Eye Center, Radiology Services, Pharmacies, Senior Services, Transitional Care Unit and Women’s Services. 85 Billings VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic Street Address: 1775 Spring Creek Lane Billings, Montana 59102 Phone Number: (406) 373-3520 Fax Number: (406) 373-3520 Hours of Operation: 8AM – 4:30 pm Services: Mental health and care for Combat veterans-Returning Service Member (OEF/OIF) Billings VA Community Clinic Street Address: 2345 King Avenue West Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)373-3500 or 1-877-468-8387 Fax Number: (406)373-3456 Hours of Operation: Monday thru Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm Services: Mental health treatment, care for Combat veterans-Returning Service Member (OEF/OIF), and the Disabled American Veteran (DAV) Transportation Network Deering Community Health Center Street Address: 123 27th Street Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)247-3350 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-7PM Eligibility: Open to all Services Offered: General family practice with referrals as needed, immunizations, STD clinic. Costs of Service: Sliding fee scale for low income patients. Fort Harrison VA Medical Center and Ambulatory Care Clinic Mailing Address: VA Medical Center P.O. Box 1500Fort Harrison, MT 59636 Street Address: 3687 Veterans Drive Fort Harrison, MT 59636 Phone Number: 406-442-6410 Or 877-468-8387 Information: Specialty care includes internal medicine, gerontology, neurology, dermatology, cardiology, rheumatology, palliative care, pain management, medical oncology, surgery (general, vascular, laparoscopic, endoscopic), urology, orthopedics, plastic, ophthalmology, ENT, podiatry, gynecology, chiropractic care, psychiatry (including outpatient substance abuse treatment and PTSD and MST specific care), and ambulatory care (primary care). Radiology Service provides a broad range of diagnostic and interventional care provided on a full time basis. Pathology Services are available on site also provided on a full time basis. Telemedicine services are available for psychiatry, radiology, ophthalmology and telehome health. The 16-bed inpatient mental health facility serves patients needing treatment for PTSD. Mountain View Clinic St. Vincent Primary Care Network Street Address: 501 W 20th St Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 70 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-3800 or (406)446-2345 after hours Website: http://www.svh-mt.org/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8am-5:30pm Services: Men’s and women’s health, obstetric care, pediatric and adolescent care, geriatric medicine, sports medicine, laboratory, x-rays, and EKGs. 86 RiverStone Health Clinic Billings Street Address: 123 S 27th St # A Billings, MT 59101-4200 Phone Number: (406) 247-3333 Website: http://riverstonehealth.org/ Hours of Operation: Mon-Thurs: 8am-7pm, Fri: 8am-5pm Services Offered: Prenatal care, well-child visits and immunizations, annual physical exams, pro-op and DOT physical exams, school and sport physicals, chronic disease management and same day and immediate care needs. Appointment suggested. Costs of Services: Sliding fee scale. Accepts Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance. RiverStone Health Clinic Bridger Street Address: 410 South 2nd Street Bridger, MT Phone Number: (406)662-3740 Website: http://riverstonehealth.org/ Hours of Operation: 8AM- 5PM Monday, Wednesday and Thursday Services Offered: Prenatal care, well-child visits and immunizations, annual physical exams, pro-op and DOT physical exams, school and sport physicals, chronic disease management and same day and immediate care needs. Appointment suggested. Costs of Services: Sliding fee scale. Accepts Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance. RiverStone Health Clinic Joliet Street Address: 209 E. Front Avenue Joliet, MT Phone Number: (406)962-9062 Website: http://riverstonehealth.org/ Hours of Operation: 8AM- 5PM Tuesday and Friday Services Offered: Prenatal care, well-child visits and immunizations, annual physical exams, pro-op and DOT physical exams, school and sport physicals, chronic disease management and same day and immediate care needs. Appointment suggested. Costs of Services: Sliding fee scale. Accepts Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance. St. Vincent Healthcare Billings Broadwater Street Address: 2019 Broadwater Avenue Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)657-7000 or 1800-762-8778 Website: http://www.svhhc.org/sub_body.cfm?id=890 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 7:30AM- 4:30PM Services: Walk-In clinic, infant care, men’s and women’s health, obstetric care, pediatric and adolescent care, geriatric medicine, sports medicine, laboratory, x-rays, and EKGs. St. Vincent Physician Network Billings North Shiloh Street Address: 2223 Mission Way Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: 406-237-8989 after hours Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Services: Primary medical care, family practice, gynecological services, comprehensive geriatric assessments, rehabilitation services, On-Site Radiology, On-Site Lab, Sports physicals and on-site pharmacy. 87 Stillwater Community Hospital Street Address: 44 West 4th Ave. Columbus, MT 59019 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 959 Columbus, MT 59019 Phone Number: (406)322-5316 Website: http://www.billingsclinic.com/body.cfm?id=155 Services: 24-Hour Acute Care, Adult Respite Care Assisted Living – Retirement, Blood Pressure Checks, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Eastern Montana Telemedicine Network, Emergency Services 24/7, Endoscopy, Home Health Care, Immunization Clinics, Inpatient Care, Laboratory, Outpatient Services, Public Health, Social Services, Swing Bed, Therapy: Physical, Occupational, Speech, Ultra Sound, Well Child Checks, WIC and X-Ray c) Independent Living Programs Home and Community Based Services Street Address: 127S. 27th Billings MT 59107 Mailing Address: PO Box 35053 Billings MT 59107 Phone Number: (406)247-3226 Eligibility: Residents of Carbon County are eligible Services Offered: Offer services to those who would otherwise require nursing home care Costs of Service: Accepts medicaid and private pay. Costs vary by services provided Intrepid USA Healthcare Services Street Address: 705 Lincoln Lane Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)245-6356 Website: http://www.intrepidusa.com/ Fax Number: (406)245-1224 Eligibility: all age groups Services Offered: In-home care services including meals, nursing and medical transport. Costs of Service: Accepts medicaid, health insurance and private pay. Living Independently for Today and Tomorrow Street Address: 3333 2nd Ave N Suite #100 Billings, MT Phone Number: (406)259-5181 or 1800-669-6319 Website: http://www.liftt.org/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: any age or disability Services Offered: Services to persons with disabilities to assist with independent living and awareness training for employees. Focus includes consumer services such as information and referral, SelfAdvocacy, Peer Support, Skills Training and Self Directed Personal Assistance. Community services focus includes Social Action and Systems Change. Costs of Services: None 88 d) Insurance, Prescription and Financial Assistance Programs Beartooth Billings Clinic Financial Assistance Street Address: 2525 North Broadway, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: 406-446-2345 or 877-404-9442 Website: http://www.beartoothbillingsclinic.org/PatientInformation/PatientFinancialServices.aspx Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 8AM – 5PM Services: Patient Financial Representatives are available to answer questions regarding bills or other account concerns. Clients may apply for financial assistance for themselves and their families if they have concerns that they may be unable to pay for all or part of your health care services. If you qualify for financial assistance, some or all of your balances may be reduced for medically-necessary services only. Application: Financial Assistance Application at http://www.beartoothbillingsclinic.org/Portals/0/PDF/Financial%20Assistance%20Application%204_13 %20%282%29%20Fillable.pdf Email to AccountsReceivable@beartoothbillingsclinic.org , Fax to 406.446.0084, or send via USPS to Beartooth Billings Clinic, Attn: PFS Financial Assistance, PO Box 590, Red Lodge, MT 59068. Blue Care Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana Mailing Address: PO Box 4309 Helena, MT 59604 Phone Number: 1800-447-7828 ext.8965 Website: https://www.bcbsmt.com/Pages/globalhome.aspx Eligibility: Montana resident, not currently insured. Not covered by private paid health insurance in the past 6 months. Approved by medical underwriting process. Income guidelines for household size. Services Offered: Provides a limited health insurance plan for uninsured individuals and families. Annual maximum benefit is $10,000 per member. Costs of Service: Premium varies by age of insured Carbon County Prescription Discount Card Phone Number: 1877-321-2652 Website: http://www.nacorx.org/ Eligibility: No age requirements or income requirements Costs of Service: Free enrollment and no claims forms Services Offered: The NACo Prescription Discount Card is provided to you in a joint effort of your local county government and the National Association of Counties (NACo). Any county resident without prescription coverage can use this program. Even if you have prescription insurance coverage, you may still benefit from the discount card since it may save you money on prescriptions your existing plan does not cover. Simply print a card online and present your discount card at a participating retail pharmacy along with your prescription(s). There are no limits on how many times the card can be used. You can use it for the whole family. There are no claim forms to fill out and no membership fees. Caring Program for Children Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana Mailing Address: PO Box 872 Helena, MT 59624 Phone Number: 1800-447-7828 ext. 3612 Website: http://www.caringfoundationmt.com/ Eligibility: Unmarried children under 19 enrolled in school through grade 12; not currently covered under state or federal medical assistance programs. Family income is at or below 200% of Federal poverty level. 89 Services: Provides primary and preventative health care benefits to eligible children at no cost to their families. These benefits made available through the cooperation of health care professionals and hospitals, private and corporate contributions and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana Health Insurance Marketplace (Exchange) Website: https://www.healthcare.gov/ Website Services: The Exchange is an online marketplace where individuals and small groups can purchase health insurance within their state. Montana is participating in this service meaning that anyone can view and purchase plans online. Under the minimum coverage, a "Bronze" Plan, the insurer will pay an average of 60 percent of the costs of covered benefits while the insured pays the remaining 40 percent in deductibles, co-pays and co-insurance. Individuals then have the choice to purchase plans with more comprehensive coverage at higher premiums. Bronze: Lower monthly payments, but higher cost when you receive medical care Silver: Higher monthly payments than a Bronze Plan, but lower costs when receiving medical care than a Bronze Plan Gold: Higher monthly payments than a Silver Plan, but lower costs when receiving medical care than a Silver Plan Platinum: Highest monthly payments, but lowest costs when your receive medical care How to Apply: You can apply for health coverage in the Marketplace 4 ways: online, with a paper application, by phone, or in person with an assister. Apply Online by setting up an account on the Marketplace, fill out an application online, compare plans and enroll online. You can fill out a paper application and mail it in. You’ll find out whether you’re eligible for lower costs on private insurance, Medicaid, or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Once you get your eligibility notice, you can either go online to compare, choose, and enroll in a plan or contact our call center. A customer service representative will help you. To apply by phone, call 1-800-318-2596, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (TTY: 1-855-889-4325). A customer service representative will work with you to complete the application and enrollment process. Contact Beartooth Billings Clinic, Riverstone Health Bridger and Riverstone Health Joliet to gain the assistance of a local assister in filling out the application and comparing plans. Healthy Montana Kids Mailing Address: PO Box 202951 Helena MT 59620 Phone Number: (406) 444-6971 or 1877-543-7669 Fax Number: 1-877-418-4533 Website: http://hmk.mt.gov/ Eligibility: Uninsured children up to 19 in families that meet income guidelines Services Offered: Provides health insurance coverage to eligible Montana children through the age of 18. Financial eligibility is based on a family’s adjusted gross income. Costs: There is a small co-payment for some services. Applying for Healthy Montana Kids: Applicants must fill out an application for the service and send it in. The Online Application is accessible through the Montana government site, or a PDF version or Word version that can be printed out and sent in by mail or fax. Have an application mailed to you by calling 1877-543-7669. Applications should be submitted online, sent by fax to the listed number or mailed in to the address above. 90 Health Saving Account Information Website: http://www.msuextension.org/ Purpose: HSAs are special savings accounts that were established by federal law to allow eligible individuals to make deposits that can be used to pay for future qualifying medical expenses. Deposits to HSAs reduce an individual’s state and federal taxes. Any funds remaining in the HSA at the end of the year may be used to pay for qualifying medical expenses in future years for the individual, his or her spouse or dependents. HSAs can be established at banks, credit unions, insurance companies, and other financial institutions (such as a mutual fund company) that have decided to offer HSAs. Because an HSA is a designated account, an individual cannot use an established savings account as his or her HSA. The types of investments (CDs, stocks, bonds, mutual funds and so on) that are available to account holders are determined by the financial providers that offer HSAs. For calendar year 2014, the annual limitation on contributions for an individual with self-only coverage under a high deductible health plan is $3,300 and $6,550 for an individual with family coverage. Maximum contribution limits are adjusted annually for inflation. Individuals who are age 55 or older and eligible for an HSA are allowed an additional catchup contribution. HSA withdrawals are not taxed at the state or federal levels as long as they are used for qualifying medical expenses of the account holder, his or her spouse or dependents. Eligibility: To be eligible for an HSA an adult must meet all of the following four requirements: A person must have a qualifying high deductible health plan. A qualified high deductible health plan (HDHP) is one with a minimum deductible of $1,250 for an individual ($2,500 for a family). A qualified HDHP also must limit out-of-pocket expenses (not including premiums) to $6,350 annually per individual ($12,700 for a family). What expenses are eligible: Qualifying medical expenses include health insurance deductibles and copayments, long-term care costs, prescription, dental expenses, eyeglasses and contact lenses, and many other medical expenses. Special rules apply to medical insurance premiums. HSA funds may be used for Medicare Part A, B, C and D premiums. Medicaid Local Office Address: 206 N. Broadway Red Lodge at Office of Public Assistance Mailing Address: PO Box 1410 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-1302 Montana Medicaid Hotline: (800) 362-8312 Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/programsservices/medicaid.shtml Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM Eligibility: US citizen and MT resident, meet financial or situational requirements Services Offered: Medicaid is health care coverage for some low income Montanans. The State of Montana pays about one-third of the cost of Medicaid and the federal government pays the rest. Medicaid sends payments directly to your health care providers. Medicaid will only pay for services that are a medical necessity and provided by a Montana Medicaid health services provider. Services covered depend on whether client receives full or basic benefits. Costs of Services: Cost share with program Applying for Medicaid: Applicants for medicaid must submit an application either by mail, at their local public assistance office or submit an Online Application. Following the submission of the application there is an interview that will be conducted either at the local office or can also be done by telephone. For conducting the medicaid interview applicants should have: proof of age, proof of citizenship or legal alien status, a form of identification, proof of income from sources like Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, etc, retirement, any bank statements and insurance policies that you may have, proof of where you live and insurance or policy information for any other coverage currently held. 91 Medicine Program Mailing Address: PO Box 520 Doniphan, MO 63935 Phone Number: 1573-996-7300 Website: www.themedicineprogram.com Email Contact: help@themedicineprogram.com Eligibility: Not insured for outpatient medicines, financial need and not qualifying for third party program Services: Program provides custom information to lower cost of medications Costs of Service: Processing fee of 5 dollars, refunded if not accepted to the program Montana Comprehensive Health Association Mailing Address: PO Box 4309 Helena, MT 59604 Phone Number: 1-800-447-7828, ext. 2128 Website: http://www.mthealth.org/ Services Offered: This insurance plan was developed to make Health benefits available to high-risk individuals regardless of their physical condition. There are no income or resource qualifications for this program. Anyone may be eligible if he/she is a Montana resident and has been rejected or offered a restrictive rider by two insurance companies in the last six months or has a certain specified major illness. Multiple options and deductibles are available. Montana Medical Care Savings Account Information Website: http://www.msuextension.org/ Purpose: AN MSA allows Montanans to save money for medical expenses and long-term health care and reduce their state income taxes. It can be established at a financial institution and is separate from other accounts. Money deposited in an MSA is not subject to Montana income taxation while in the account or if used for eligible medical expenses for the account holder or their dependents. If the money deposited that year is not used, it remains in the account and earns interest that is free from Montana taxation. The annual limit that may be used to reduce taxable income is $3,000 annually for each taxpayer. Eligibility: All resident taxpayers of Montana are eligible to establish a Montana MSA. A MSA cannot be established for a minor child under 18. What expenses are eligible: Eligible medical care expenses as defined under the Internal Revenue Code Section 213 (d). They are the same expenses that are allowed as itemized deductions for federal income tax purposes such as: medial insurance premiums, prescription drugs, insulin, medical, dental, and nursing care, eyeglasses, crutches, hearing aids, transportation for medical care and certain lodging expenses. Montana State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) State Information Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/sltc/services/aging/SHIP/ship.shtml State Phone Number: (800) 332-2272 Local Help Number: (406)446-0673 Lindsay Larson Information: Montana SHIP provides information, counseling, and assistance to Montana Medicare beneficiaries, family members, caregivers, and local professionals. SHIP counselors provide free and objective counseling on topics such as: Medicare, Medicare Reform, Prescription Drugs, Supplemental Insurance. Long Term Care Insurance and Long-Term Care Financing Options. SHIPs are independent and not connected to any insurance company or health plan. 92 e) Pregnancy and Family Planning Programs Billings Birthright Pregnancy Center Street Address: 1537 Avenue D, Suite 144 Billing, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)245-6600 or 1800-550-4900 Eligibility: Anyone in need of help Services Offered: Free pregnancy testing, maternity and baby clothing, referral service, medical aid agencies Costs of Service: None Catholic Social Services for Montana Street Address: 1301 11th Avenue Helena, MT Mailing Address: PO Box 907 Helena, MT 59624 Phone Number: (406)442-4130 Website: http://www.cssmt.org/ Fax Number: (406)442-4192 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: None, need not be catholic Services Offered: Counseling for parents, support for single or adoptive parents, adoptive services Costs of Services: Free to birth parents, sliding scale fees to adoptive parents Email Contact: rosemary@cssmt.org Florence Crittenton Home and Services of Montana Street Address: 901 North Harris Helena, MT 59601 Phone Number: (406)442-6950 Website: www.florencecrittenton.org/ Fax Number: (406)442-6571 Services Offered: Residential maternity program and moderate level therapeutic group home Costs of Service: Fee for placement is negotiable Lutheran Social Services of Montana Street Address: 2429 Mission Way Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406) 245-9949 pregnancy counseling 1-800-726-3083 Website: http://www.lssmt.org/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:30 AM -5PM Eligibility: none, need not be Lutheran Services Offered: pregnancy counseling, adoption services, group counseling and education consultation Costs of Services: Free to birthparents, fees for mental health counseling and adoption Planned Parenthood Heights Billings Street Address: 100 West Wicks Lane Billings, MT 59105 Phone Number: (406)869-5040 Website: http://www.plannedparenthood.org/ Fax Number: (406)294-8643 Hours of Operation: Mon 8AM-2PM, Tues Noon-5PM, Wed 8AM-4PM and Fri Noon-5:30PM Eligibility: open to all 93 Services Offered: Pregnancy tests, ECP (morning after pill), Birth Control Start, Family planning information and education, STD testing and treatments, men’s health and women’s health. At this health center you can come in for appointments that do not require a medical exam such as birth control, emergency contraception, pregnancy testing and counseling or STD testing. Costs of Services: Sliding fee scale based on gross household income. Medicaid is accepted. If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale. Inability to pay does not prevent a client from receiving services. Payment is expected at time of service. Planned Parenthood Billings West Street Address: 1844 Broadwater #4 Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)656-9980 Website: http://www.plannedparenthood.org/ Hours of Operation: Monday 8AM-5:30PM, Tuesday 9AM-7PM, Wednesday 8AM-5:30PM, Thursday 9AM-6PM Friday 8AM-5:30PM Eligibility: open to all Services Offered: Pregnancy tests, ECP (morning after pill), Birth Control Start, Family planning information and education, STD testing and treatments, men’s health and women’s health. At this health center you can come in for appointments that do not require a medical exam such as birth control, emergency contraception, pregnancy testing and counseling or STD testing. Costs of Services: Sliding fee scale based on gross household income. Medicaid is accepted. If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale. Inability to pay does not prevent a client from receiving services. Payment is expected at time of service. Youth Dynamics INC Street Address: 2334 Lewis Avenue Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: 1-877-458-7022 Website: http://www.youthdynamics.org/ Email Contact: mwolf@youthdynamics.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Community Services Offered: Individual and Family Counseling, Mentoring/Family Support Assistants, In-Home Services/Family Support Teams, Youth Case Management, Respite Care, Therapeutic Foster Care and Supervised Visits Therapeutic Youth Group Homes: Youth Dynamics therapeutic group homes provide 24-hour awake supervision, treatment, advocacy, and family style care. Billings Group Home offers: access to YDI Substance Abuse Program; exciting cultural, sports and leisure activities; an extensive network of local services available to meet specialized needs; intensive therapies; education and treatment services; community education options; opportunities to participate fully in the Billings community and familystyle care provided in three welcoming residential home settings. Shelter Care: Home in Bozeman shelters runaway and homeless youth, provides short-term shelter care, crisis intervention, extended group care, and transitional care. Time of stay depends on the needs of youth. To learn more, please contact the Big Sky Youth Center at 406-586-2566. Costs of Service: Varies according to service 94 f) Medical Services for Youths Al Bedoo Shriners Street Address: 2067 31125 Broadwater Ave Billings, MT 59102 Mailing Address: PO Box Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406) 259-4384 Website: http://albedoo.org/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Persons 18 or younger with medical problems the shirners work with Services Offered: Information regarding resources for treatment of children with some birth defects, orthopedic problems Email Contact: albedoo@mcn.net American Diabetes Association Street Address: 3203 3rd Avenue North, Suite 203 Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406) 256-0616 Website: www.diabetes.org Fax Number: (406) 896-0289 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM-4PM Eligibility: Varies by service Services Offered: Summer Youth Retreat for youths with diabetes (ages 8-17), health fairs, seminars and volunteer opportunities Costs of Service: Varies by service Arthritis Foundation Montana Office Mailing Address: Arthritis Foundation Attn: Carrie Strike PO Box 8113, Missoula, MT 59807 Phone Number: (406)461-8368 or 800-475-6447 Email: cstrike@arthritis.org Website: www.arthritis.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Anyone with arthritis or related disease is eligible Services Offered: Information, classes, advocacy, doctor referrals, juvenile camp for kids with arthritis Costs of Services: Varies by service and scholarships are available. Classes in Billings: Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program and Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program are exercise programs designed specifically for people with arthritis offered at Mission Ridge 406-655-5250 or Billings Athletic Club 406-259-2626. Caring Program for Children Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana Mailing Address: PO Box 872 Helena, MT 59624 Phone Number: 1800-447-7828 ext. 3612 Website: http://www.caringfoundationmt.com/ Eligibility: Unmarried children under 19 enrolled in school through grade 12; not currently covered under state or federal medical assistance program. Family income is at or below 200% of Federal poverty level. Services: Provides primary and preventative health care benefits to eligible children at no cost to their families. These benefits made available through the cooperation of health care professionals and hospitals, private and corporate contributions and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana 95 Healthy Montana Kids Mailing Address: PO Box 202951 Helena MT 59620 Phone Number: (406) 444-6971 or 1877-543-7669 Fax Number: 1-877-418-4533 Website: http://hmk.mt.gov/ Eligibility: Uninsured children up to 19 in families that meet income guidelines Services Offered: Provides health insurance coverage to eligible Montana children through the age of 18. Financial eligibility is based on a family’s adjusted gross income. Costs: There is a small co-payment for some services. Applying for Healthy Montana Kids: Applicants must fill out an application for the service and send it in. The Online Application is accessible through the Montana government site, or a PDF version or Word version that can be printed out and sent in by mail or fax. Have an application mailed to you by calling 1877-543-7669. Muscular Distrophy Association Street Address: 2070 Overland Ave. #101 Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406) 655-9000 Website: http://www.mdausa.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM Eligibility: Must be diagnosed or being diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy, doctor referral needed Services Offered: Free diagnosis, follow-up care, PT-OT evaluation, assistance with wheelchair purchase summer camp for kids Costs of Services: Clinics and summer camp are free Vaccines for Children Program Mailing Address: P.O. Box 202951 Helena, MT 59620 Phone Number: (406)444-0277 Website: http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/programs/vfc/default.htm Eligibility: Child through age of eighteen eligible for medicaid, uninsured or underinsured Services Offered: Offers vaccines at no cost for eligible children through VFC-enrolled doctors Costs of Service: None Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch Mailing Address: 1732 South 72nd Street West Billings, MT 59106 Phone Number: (406)651-2700 Website: http://www.ybgr.org/ Eligibility: Children 6-17 who meet medical necessity for services, average stay is 8-10 months Services Offered: Residential treatment for children 6-18, group therapy, education, training and 24 hour nursing Costs of Services: Contact facility for current rates 96 g) Mental Health Services Carbon County Mental Health Center Satellite Street Address: 5 East Ninth Street Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 482 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-2500 or (800)-266-7198 Website: http://www.mhcbillings.org/?page=redlodge Hours of Operation: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8AM-5PM and Wednesdays, 1PM-5PM By appointment, Mondays through Thursdays. Services Provided: Provides professional and confidential services for those who experience symptoms of mental health, addiction and co-occurring disorders. Services provided include: Confidential Evaluations, Confidential Mental Health Assessments, Education, Court Ordered Classes, Outpatient counseling services and Educational Services. Ages Served: Adolescents & Adults Costs: Accepts a variety of insurance companies, credit cards, and payment plans, and can determine if you qualify for financial aid based on a sliding fee scale. Mental Health Center is the contracted, servicing company for the Mental Health Services Plan (MHSP). NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness Support Meetings Address: 1645 Ave. D Ste. G Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)256-2001 Website: http://www.nami.org/ Email Contact: info@namibillings.org Description: NAMI Connection is a recovery support group program that offers respect, understanding, encouragement and hope. NAMI Connection meetings are: Free and confidential; Designed to connect, encourage and support participants using a structure support group model Led by facilitators living in recovery themselves Meeting Times: Every 2nd and 4th Thursday (excluding holidays) from 4:00PM to 5:30PM Meeting Place: 122 Hauser Avenue South, Red Lodge (Red Lodge Area Community Foundation) Stillwater County Mental Health Center Satellite Street Address: 410 E. Pike Avenue Columbus, MT 59019 Mailing Address: PO Box 238 Columbus, MT 59019 Phone Number: (406)322-4514 Services Offered: Outpatient services: counseling to all ages, individuals, couples and family groups. Emergency services: consultation and education services (screening and evaluation) Chemical Addiction and Dependency Services: outpatient program, chemical dependency evaluations, intensive outpatient program, aftercare and ACT/DUI program. Sweet Grass County Mental Health Center Satellite Street Address: 115 West Fifth Ave. Big Timber, MT 59011 Mailing Address: PO Box 236 Big Timber, MT 59011 Phone Number: (406)932-5924 Services Offered: Outpatient services: counseling to all ages, individuals, couples and family groups. Emergency services: consultation and education services (screening and evaluation) Chemical Addiction and Dependency Services: outpatient program, chemical dependency evaluations, intensive outpatient program, aftercare and ACT/DUI program. 97 XIV. Online Resources and Information The Beehive Montana: http://mt.thebeehive.org/ This site offers free information on money management, health issues, schools, housing and jobs across the national. It is an information resource on a number of issues and offers link information to other resources. Carbon County Services: http://co.carbon.mt.us/ This site contains the official contact information for the government offices of Carbon County including child and family services, county attorney, office of the commissioners, disaster and emergency services, planning and sanitation, public assistance, public health nurse and sheriff. Help for Difficult Financial Times: http://www.usa.gov/citizen/topics/family/help-for-difficult-financial-times.shtml This site is operated by the U.S. Government and provides information on money management, employment resource, insurance and medical information and housing information across the national. It is an information resource on a number of issues and offers link information to other resources. Montana Bridge to Benefits: http://www.b2bmt.org/ Information on Montana social services with applications, information of the application process and an online question form to determine eligibility for most Montana programs. This website also includes applications for some public benefit programs, quick program searches and links to additional program information. Montana Official State Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/ Information on Montana social programs and government offices. This website is the official Montana state government site and is maintained by the state offices. This site includes applications, information and frequently asked questions. Montana State University Extension Website: http://www.msuextension.org/ MSU Extension is a statewide educational outreach network that applies unbiased, research-based university resources to practical needs identified by the people of Montana in their home communities. Reports and guides about a variety of topics are available online. Path to Government Benefits: http://www.benefits.gov/ This website is operated to help citizens determine what federal social programs they are eligible for. Interested persons fill out a questionnaire on their families, income and home area in order to determine what programs they are eligible for. Applications and application information on eligible programs are then provided. 98 XV. Senior Services and Resources a) General Senior Resources AARP Foundation Senior Service Employment Street Address: 3304 2nd Avenue North, Billings MT 59101 Phone Number: (406) 252-6512 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM Eligibility: Applicants must be willing to work, aged 55 years or older, willing to take medical examination and meet income requirements. Services Offered: Designed to promote part-time activities for persons who are 55 years of age & older. Costs of Service: None Area II Agency on Aging Street Address: 1502 4th St W Roundup, MT 59072 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 127 Roundup, MT 59072 Phone Numbers: (406) 323-1320 or (800) 551-3191 (Information) or (800) 266-4183 (national) Website: www.area2aging.org Email Contact: areatwo@midrivers.com or kerdie@midrivers.com Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-6PM Eligibility: 60 years of age and older plus disabled Services Offered: Ensures individuals 60 years of age & older are receiving services. Description: Area II grew out of the Older Americans Act of 1965, which developed federal, state, and local structures to administer programs to help the elderly maintain their health and independence in their homes and communities. In the State of Montana the Older American Act is administered by the Aging Services Bureau, Department of Public Health and Human Services. As local, grassroot resources, Area Agencies have advisory counsels who review and comment on all programs affecting seniors. Department of Public Health and Human Services Adult Protective Services Street Address: 206 N. Broadway PO Box 1410 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-4692 Information Line: 1800-551-3191 Eligibility: Referrals, eligibility is not a factor Services Offered: Protective services for elderly and developmentally disabled persons. Includes crisis intervention and investigations of abuse, financial exploitation and neglect. Department of Health and Human Services Child and Family Services Street Address: Annex Building 206 North Broadway, Red Lodge MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 1410 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-3729 Child Abuse or Neglect Hot-Line: 1-866-820-5437 Montana Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/cfsd/ Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/cfs/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Services Offered: Child & Adult Protective Services, Case Management of Foster Care Services, Case Management of Adoption and Information & Referral Services 99 Statement of Purpose: To protect children who have been or are at substantial risk of abuse, neglect or abandonment. We strive to assure that all children have a family who will protect them from harm. We recognize the protective capacities of families and incorporate them in assessments, decision making and actions with the goal of improving safety, permanency and well-being for children. We encourage our communities to strengthen their prevention efforts and to share responsibility for the safety of its children and families. Experience Works Street Address: 1500 Poly Drive, Suite 302 Billings, MT59102 Phone Number: (406)652-3688 or 1-866-976-5939 Website: http://www.experienceworks.org Mission: Improve the lives of older people through training, community service and employment Program Information: Experience Works is a national, charitable, community-based organization that helps older adults get the training they need to find good jobs in their communities. The program impacts more than 50,000 people each year. Experience Works has more than 400 employees and operations in 30 states and Puerto Rico. It is funded by grants, contracts and foundations, and contributions from organizations and individuals. Eligibility: Persons over the age of 55 and unemployed. Household income at or below 125% of poverty level. Senior Community Service Employment Program Street Address: 1310 Main Street Billing, MT 59105 Phone Number: (406)657-6200 EXT-231 Website: http://www.doleta.gov/ Eligibility: Persons 55 and older that meet eligibility guidelines Services Offered: Department of Labor program providing temporary work for people age 55 and older worse income falls at or below federal poverty level. Assigned to non-profit and community agencies with a goal of obtaining employment outside the program. Social Security Administration Street Address: 2900 4th Ave N. Room 100 Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)247-7265 or 1800-453-0524 Website: http://www.ssa.gov/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM-4PM Eligibility: Varies by service Services Offered: Processes applications for Social Security numbers, maintains the earning records of all people covered under Social Security and ensures the correctness of reporting practice; administers Social Security programs for survivors, disabled and retired persons; administers Medicare Programs. Supplemental Security Income Street Address: 2900 4th Ave N. Room 100 Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)247-7265 or 1800-453-0524 Website: http://www.ssa.gov/ssi/ Eligibility: Persons who are disabled, blind, or at least 65 years old and have “limited” income/resources Services Offered: Administers Supplementary Security Income program for the needy, disabled and aged persons. People entitled to SSI may receive Medicaid benefits from the State of Montana without filing a separate claim. 100 b) Independent Living Programs Big Sky Senior Services Mailing Address: 3 1/2 No. 35th St. Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)259-3111 Website: http://www.bigskyseniorservices.org/ Email Contact: dbarmstrong@bigskyseniorservices.org Days of Operation: Monday – Friday Mission: Senior Citizens deserve the right to live in their homes, safe and free from abuse. Regardless of their ability to pay, Big Sky Senior Services provides services that promote independence, enhance quality of life and prevent elder abuse. Services: Provides in-home assistance such as housekeeping, in-home care and nursing services in northern Carbon County. Home and Community Based Services Street Address: 127S. 27th Billings MT 59107 Mailing Address: PO Box 35053 Billings MT 59107 Phone Number: (406)247-3226 Eligibility: Resident of Carbon, Stillwater, Sweet Grass, Big Horn, Treasure and Rosebud counties Services Offered: Offer services to those who would otherwise require nursing home care Costs of Service: Accepts medicaid and private pay. Costs vary by services provided Living Independently for Today and Tomorrow Street Address: 3333 2nd Ave N Suite #100 Billings, MT Phone Number: (406)259-5181 or 1800-669-6319 Website: http://www.liftt.org/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Services Offered: Services to persons with disabilities to assist with independent living and awareness training for employees. Focus includes consumer services such as information and referral, SelfAdvocacy, Peer Support, Skills Training and Self Directed Personal Assistance. Community services focus includes Social Action and Systems Change. c) Senior Citizen’s Center Belfry Senior Citizens Center Mailing Address: P.O. Box 104 Belfry MT 59008 Phone Number: (406)664-3199 or (406)664-3294 Golden Age Society Street Address: 117 E. Broadway, Bridger Phone Number: (406)662-3441 or (406)662-4415 Joliet XYZ’ers Street Address: Community Room, Joliet Phone Number: (406)962-3458 101 Red Lodge Senior Citizen’s Center Street Address: 1293 207 S. Villard Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-1826 Hours of Operation: Tuesday-Fridays 12:30 to 4:30 PM and Saturdays 10Am-4PM Meals served: Lunch on Wednesday, Dinner on Thursday and Brunch on Fridays. $4 per senior citizen and $5.00 per regular citizen. Home delivered meals on Thursdays only in Red Lodge. Schedule meals in advance. Activities: Exercise classes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10AM Blood pressure taken by LPN Nurse: 2nd and 3rd Thursdays, please sign up a week ahead Foot clinic available with nurse, sign up a week ahead Bingo: Tuesdays at 2PM, $1 will pay for two cards which is used for prizes. Card Playing: 3rd Monday at noon, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Bus trips to Billings: $15.00 per person, tickets are sold Friday 1PM to 2PM after meals. Bus runs only on Tuesdays and required ticket in advance. Membership: $3.00 annually which includes a free birthday present. Valley Senior Citizens Center Street Address: 202 North Montana Street Fromberg, MT 59029 Phone Number: (406)668-7465 102 XVI. Transportation Black Hills Stage Address: 720 East Norfolk Avenue Norfolk, NE 68701 Website: http://www.blackhillsstagelines.com/ Phone Numbers: 402-371-3850 or 877-779-2999 (toll-free) Email: meghan@arrowstagelines.com Major Routes: Billings-Shoshoni-Denver and Denver-Casper-Billings Linx: Connecting People and Places Address: 151 North Ridge Ave, Suite 260 Idaho Falls, ID 83402 Phone Number: 877-454-5469 Website: http://www.linx.coop/ Email Contact: linxbus@linx.coop What is Linx: Linx is a transportation cooperative that connects transportation providers across 27 counties in Idaho, Wyoming and Montana to address the Greater Yellowstone region’s transportation challenges and market their services through one integrated system. Linx is a blended cooperative which means that members can be riders, transportation providers or investors (such as large employers). Linx was formed in January 2010, upon the recommendation of a feasibility study facilitated by Yellowstone Business Partnership, which had spent over a year researching and studying transportation challenges and potential solutions in the Greater Yellowstone region. Over 50 volunteers representing businesses, government agencies and non-profit organizations contributed to the feasibility study. Services: Linx connects regional travel providers such as Black Hills Stage, Alltrans, Rimrock Stages, Salt Liake Express, Karst Stage and others together for combined tickets and information in one location. Online you can plan trips by entering city to city information and allowing hte search engine to plan your connections between the different companies. Rimrock Stages Mailing Address: P.O. Box 988 Billings, MT 59103 Phone Numbers: 406-245-5392 or 800-255-7655 Website: http://www.rimrocktrailways.com/ E-mail: rimrocksta@aol.com Major Routes: Missoula–Billings; Billings–Fargo; Whitefish–Kalispell–Missoula and Great Falls– Helena–Butte 103 XVII. Veteran Resources a) General Veteran Resources Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Website: http://www.esgr.org/site/ Services: ESGR facilitates and promotes a cooperative culture of employer support for National Guard and Reserve service by developing and advocating mutually beneficial initiatives; recognizing outstanding employer support; increasing awareness of applicable laws and policies; resolving potential conflicts between employers and their service members; and acting as the employers’ principal advocate within Department of Defense. Military One Source Website: http://www.militaryonesource.mil/MOS/f?p=MOS:HOME:0:::: Military OneSource is a free service provided by the Department of Defense to service members and their families to help with a broad range of concerns including money management, spouse employment and education, parenting and child care, relocation, deployment, reunion, and the particular concerns of families with special-needs members. They can also include more complex issues like relationships, stress, and grief. Services are available 24 hours a day — by telephone and online. Many Military OneSource staff members have military experience (veterans, spouses, Guardsmen, Reservists), and all receive ongoing training on military matters and military lifestyle. The program can be especially helpful to service members and their families who live at a distance from installations. Montana Army National Guard Family Programs Website: http://www.montanaguardfamily.org/html/index.php This site provides information on Army National Guard Family programs in Montana and the locations of Family Assistance Centers Montana Veterans’ Upward Bound Address: MSU-B Campus Cisel Hall, Rm. 109 Billings, MT 59101 Phone Numbers: (406)657-2077 or 1-877-356-8387 Toll-free Website: http://vubmt.com/ Email: jcobos@msubuillings.edu Services: Provides intensive basic skills development in those academic subjects required for successful completion of a high school equivalency program and/or admission to post-secondary education programs; short-term remedial or refresher classes for veterans who are high school graduates but have delayed pursuing a post-secondary school education; assistance with applications to the post-secondary school of choice; assistance with applying for financial aid; personal counseling; academic advice and assistance; activities designed to acquaint veterans participating in the project with the range of career options available to them; assistance in securing veterans services from other locally available resources; exposure to cultural events, academic programs, and other educational activities not usually available to disadvantaged people. College Transition Assistance Program: CTAP provides instruction for veterans beginning or returning to college-level work who reside in the Billings area. College preparatory instruction is offered during fall and spring semesters at the MSU-Billings campus. These classes are non-credit and vary each semester. Veteran educational benefits such as the GI Bill or Voc-Rehab can be used while in this program. 104 Distance Learning Program: This program provides online instruction to veterans who are unable to attend class programs or prefer the flexibility of internet based instruction. Costs of Service: No cost for instruction, texts or materials. Eligibility: Must be a U.S. Veteran having served at least 180 days of active duty in U.S. military service and (a) an honorable or (b) medical discharge; veteran cannot be dishonorably discharge. Must be a member of Reserve component who was (a) called to active duty for more than 30 days or (b) who served active duty on or after 9-11-01. Must meet low-income and/or first generation college student requirements. Must demonstrate an academic need and desire to enter post-secondary education or training program. My HealtheVet Website: https://www.myhealth.va.gov/index.html My HealtheVet is the VA’s Personal Health Record. It was designed for Veterans, active duty Service members, their dependents and caregivers. By registering veterans and active military personal can access their records, appointments and test results. Toll Free Numbers for Contacting Veterans Affairs Website: https://iris.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1703 List of phone numbers for contacting different VA departments. Numbers are sorted according to the services provided by each department or program. Useful if you know exactly what program you need to contact. Vet Jobs Website: http://vetjobs.com/ Services: VetJobs has thousands of employers who have used the site to identify candidates from the transitioning military and veteran market. VetJobs averages more job postings than any other military or intelligence related job board! The Employment Assistance section has guidance on how to organize a job search, write a resume, interview and identify your next employer. Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Service Website: http://www.vba.va.gov/bln/vre/ Services: The Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VR&E) VetSuccess Program assists Veterans with service-connected disabilities to prepare for, find, and keep suitable jobs. For Veterans with serviceconnected disabilities so severe that they cannot immediately consider work, VetSuccess offers services to improve their ability to live as independently as possible. Volunteers of American Independence Hall Street Address: 710 Lake Elmo Drive, Billings MT Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2016 Billings, Montana 59103 Contact Person: Bill Holder Phone Number: (406) 259-5368 Email: bholder@voanr.org Website: http://www.voanr.org/Services/veteranServices Hours of Operation: Program Information: Independence Hall is a 20 bed men’s facility in Billings Montana. The facility runs 24 hours a day and includes a full kitchen, a laundry room, Dining and Living Space which includes a tv 105 area, computer & resource room, a conference room, three staff offices and an outside area equipped with bbq and picnic table. At Independence Hall program residents are provided with: Outreach services to homeless Veterans in need of service (housing, VA Medical, mental health, etc…) Getting Veterans re-employed and/or enrolled in continuing education Employment specialist on staff to assist in job seeking Computer and Life Skill Development Volunteer opportunities within the community Bicycle program to meet transportation needs Bi-monthly resident incentive program for residents meeting their assigned goals Weekly case management Eligibility: Eligible participants must be a member of a Veteran family, have a household income which does not exceed 50% of AMI, and be occupying permanent housing (defined below): 1. Currently resides in permanent housing; 2. Is homeless and is scheduled to become a resident of permanent housing in 90 days, pending the location or development of housing suitable for permanent housing; 3. Has exited permanent housing within the previous 90 days to seek other housing that is responsive to the very low income Veteran family’s needs and preferences. Necessary Documentation: Veteran family must provide DD form 214 Certificate of Release or discharge from active duty; verification of income and verification of current housing status. b) Veteran Affairs and Other Government Programs Montana Job Service Workforce Center Street Address: 2121 Rosebud Drive Stop B Billings, MT 59012 Phone Number: (406)655-0942 or employment specialists at (406)652-3080 Website: http://wsd.dli.mt.gov/local/billings/ Fax Number: (406)652-0444 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Online services and in office employment specialists available to employers and job seekers. Veteran’s services: Help veterans locate and access job-related resources. Veteran Contact: Tim Wilmot (406)655-6077 twilmot@mt.gov Costs of Service: no charge to employers or applicants Montana Veterans Affairs Street Address: 1900 Williams Street Helena, Montana 59604-5715 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 5715 Helena, Montana 59604-5715 Phone Number: (406) 324-3740 Website: http://montanadma.org/montana-veterans-affairs E-mail: lehall@mt.gov Purpose of Montana Veteran Affairs: Establishing a statewide network of service for discharged veterans and their families Providing services and assistance for all Montana veterans, and surviving spouses and dependents in coordination with associated federal and state agencies, veterans’ services organizations, private organizations and individuals. Continuing education and assistance for the general public, governmental agencies and elected officials regarding veterans’ services, programs, initiatives and policy. Administering, operating and maintaining Montana’s state veterans cemeteries. 106 Montana Veteran Affairs Billings Division Address: 2795 Enterprise Ave., Suite 1 Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)248-8579 Fax Number: (406)656-0617 Website: http://montanadma.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM Eligibility: Veterans of the US military forces and their widows Services Offered: Service Officers are fully trained and certified to connect veterans and their families with services they are eligible for and assist them in filing for federal and state benefits. Programs and benefits offered include: Health care, Service-Connected Disability Compensation, Pensions, Education and Training, Burial and Survivor Benefits, Employment Services, Vehicle Registration Waiver, Property Tax Waiver and Home and Business Loans. Mobile Vet Center: Bus in Red Lodge in front of the Elks Lodge every second Thursday of the month. Appointments are suggested, but walk ins are welcome. Mobile Vet center includes counselors for PTSD, grieving and military sexual trauma, veteran services representatives, job services and service Officers. Eligibility: Every program or benefit has specific qualifying eligibility criteria and the office must be contacts to determine specific benefits or entitlements attainable. Benefits are specific to veterans based on their service and situation. Costs of Service: None, all services are free to veterans and their families. Montana Veterans Regional Office Fort Harrison Street Address: 3633 Veterans Drive Fort Harrison, MT 59636 Mailing Address: P.O. Box Fort Harrison, MT 59636 Phone Number: (406)442-6410 Information: The Regional Office is responsible for the administration of veterans’ benefits for the entire state of Montana, to include compensation and vocational rehabilitation and employment. There is a out based Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment offices in Billings. Low Vision Rehabilitation Services: Eye Examination, Magnifier or assistive technology, prescription and training; assessment and aids for daily living,; education about state local resources; referral for adaptive technology assessments; support and adjustment counseling. Intermediate Low Vision Clinic provides services to veterans who are visually impaired but not blind. Visual Impairment Services Team provides comprehensive program of services for eligible blind veterans. Veterans Affairs Billings Office Street Address: 1234 Avenue C Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)248-8579 Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 8AM-12 and 1PM-4:30 Eligibility: Applicant must be a veteran honorably discharged or a widow, spouse or dependent of an honorably discharged veteran. Services Offered: Assist veterans and dependents with V.A. benefits involving service-connected pensions, widows’ pension, education, insurance, vocational rehab, burial/headstones. Costs of Service: None VA Montana Health Care System Federal Website: http://www.va.gov/healthbenefits/ Montana Website: http://www.montana.va.gov/index.asp To apply: Online at https://www.1010ez.med.va.gov/sec/vha/1010ez/ or with a service representative. 107 Eligibility: Must be a U.S. Veteran having separated under (a) an honorable or (b) medical discharge; veteran cannot be dishonorably discharge. Current or former members of the Reserves or National Guard who were called to active duty (other than for training only) by federal order and completed the full period for which they were called. Usual minimum duty requirement for those enlisted after September 7, 1980 is 24 continuous months or the full period for which they were called. This may not apply to veterans discharged early for disability or injury. All veterans are encouraged to apply and have their eligibility determined. Fort Harrison VA Medical Center and Ambulatory Care Clinic Mailing Address: VA Medical Center P.O. Box 1500Fort Harrison, MT 59636 Street Address: 3687 Veterans Drive Fort Harrison, MT 59636 Phone Numbers: 406-442-6410 Or 877-468-8387 Specialty care includes internal medicine, gerontology, neurology, dermatology, cardiology, rheumatology, palliative care, pain management, medical oncology, surgery (general, vascular, laparoscopic, endoscopic), urology, orthopedics, plastic, ophthalmology, ENT, podiatry, gynecology, chiropractic care, psychiatry, and ambulatory care. Radiology Service provides a broad range of diagnostic and interventional care provided on a full time basis. Pathology Services are available on site also provided on a full time basis. Telemedicine services are available for psychiatry, radiology, ophthalmology and tele-home health. The 16-bed inpatient mental health facility treats PTSD. Billings VA Community Clinic Street Address: 2345 King Avenue West Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)373-3500 or 1-877-468-8387 Hours of Operation: Monday thru Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm Services: Mental health treatment, care for Combat veterans-Returning Service Member (OEF/OIF), and the Disabled American Veteran (DAV) Transportation Network Billings VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic Address: 1775 Spring Creek Lane Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406) 373-3520 Hours of Operation: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Services: Mental health and care for Combat veterans-Returning Service Member (OEF/OIF) Veteran Benefits Online Guide to Benefits: http://www.va.gov/opa/publications/benefits_book.asp Eligibility: The primary factor in determining basic eligibility is “veteran status” which is established by active military, naval, or air service and a discharge or release from active service under conditions other than a dishonorable discharge. Those in the reserve may be eligible for benefits if they served on active duty based on the length of active military service. Reservists who are never called to active duty may also qualify for some benefits. National Guard members are eligible only if activated for federal duty. Disability Benefits: Compensation pays benefits for disabilities incurred or aggravated during active duty and active duty for training, and for heart attacks or strokes incurred during inactive duty for training. Such disabilities are considered “service-connected”. Pension is income-based payments to veterans with honorable war time service who are permanently and totally disabled (or age 65 or older). 108 Health Care: Veterans must generally be enrolled to receive health services. Includes hospital, clinic care, dental, pharmacy and prosthetic services. Specialized care for women. Medical evaluations for military service exposure. Counseling, rehabilitation programs and dependency treatment. Disability Benefits: VA has two tax-free programs. Compensation pays monthly benefits for disabilities incurred or aggravated during active duty and active duty for training, and for heart attack or stroke incurred during inactive duty for training. Such disabilities are considered “service-connected”. Pension is income-based payments to veterans with honorable war-time service who are permanently and totally disabled (or age 65 or older). Education and Training: Selected Reserve and National Guard members may be entitled to up to 36 months of benefits under the Montgomery GI Bill. Qualification are: Have six year obligation to serve in the Selected Service of national Guard, Have completed initial active duty training, Meet requirements to receive a high school diploma or equivalency certificate before applying for benefits, Remain in good standing while servicing in a Selected Reserve of National Guard Unit. Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Service: The Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VR&E) VetSuccess Program assists Veterans with service-connected disabilities to prepare for, find, and keep suitable jobs. For Veterans with service-connected disabilities so severe that they cannot immediately consider work, VetSuccess offers services to improve their ability to live as independently as possible. VA Life Insurance: National Guard and Reserve Personnel are eligible to receive Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI), Veterans Group Life Insurance (VGLI), and Family Group Insurance (FGLI). They may also be eligible for Service-Disabled Veterans Insurance (RH) if called to active duty, injured, and have a service-connected disability. Additional information at http://www.insurance.va.gov Home Loan Guaranty: VA guarantees loans to purchase a home, manufactured home, certain types of condominiums; or to build, repair and improve homes. This benefit may be used to refinance an existing home loan. Certain disabled veterans can received grants to have their home specially adapted to their needs. Native Americans living on Trust Land may qualify for a direct home loan. Reserves must have completed six years of honorable service. Current active duty servicemembers are eligible after 181 days (or 90 days during the Gulf War) unless discharged or separated from a previous qualifying period of active duty service. toll free 1-888-487-1970. Burial Benefits: May include a gravesite in national cemeteries, perpetual car, a Government headstone or marker, a grave liner for casketed remains, a burial flag, and a Presidential Memorial Certificate, at one cost to the family. VA can pay a burial allowance of $2000 for veterans who died of service-related causes. For other veterans receiving VA benefits, VA can pay $300 for burial and funeral expenses and a $300 plot allowance. c) Veteran Community Organizations American Legion Belfry MT Post 84 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 194 Belfry MT 59008 Website: http://www.legion.org/ Meeting Time: 2nd Thursday Post Annual Dues: $27 Information: The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation’s largest veterans service organization, committed to mentoring and sponsorship of youth programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans. 109 American Legion Fromberg Clarks Fork, MT Post 71 Street Address: 23 N Harley Ave. Fromberg, MT 59029 Website: http://www.legion.org/ Meeting Time: 1st Wednesday of the month Post Annual Dues: $30 Information: The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is committed to mentoring and sponsorship of youth programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans. American Legion Laurel Post 123 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 211 Laurel, MT 59044 Website: http://www.legion.org/ Email: dajjones99@msn.com Information: The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is committed to mentoring and sponsorship of youth programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans. American Legion Red Lodge Carbon, MT Post 17 Street Address: 3 8th Street West Red Lodge, MT 59068 (basement of Red Lodge Library) Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1035 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Contact Person: Bill Wilson (406)446-2615 Meeting Time: 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7PM Post Annual Dues: $30 Website: http://www.legion.org/ Information: The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is committed to mentoring and sponsorship of youth programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans. Beartooth Elks Lodge #534 Street Address: 114 N. Broadway, Red Lodge MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 888 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-1812 National Elks Website: http://www.elks.org/ Local Elks Website: http://www.elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?LodgeNumber=534 Email: redlodgeelks@gmail.com Contact Person: Bobette Brow. 406-850-6462, marketingdirector534@gmail.com Contact Person: Ben Yetter (406)850-3157 yetterba@gmail.com Contact Person: Warene Wall (406)425-4021 wallassociates@aol.com Information: The Elks Lodge is a national organization that have various scholarships, and outreach to youth programs and veterans. Meetings are for members only and are held the first and third Tuesday of every month at 7PM. The Bill Alberta Veterans Memorial Center is located in the basement of the Elks Lodge and is open to all veterans. 110 Disabled American Veterans Billings Mailing Address: PO Box 20453 Billings, MT 59104 Phone Number: (406)696-9679 Meeting Location: 1138 16th St West St 11 Billings, MT 59102 Meeting Time: 1st Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM National Website: http://www.dav.org/ Billings Chapter Website: http://www.davmembersportal.org/chapters/mt/10/default.aspx Eligibility: Disabled American Veterans is open to veterans and offers different life time membership packages based on the age of a veteran to access a variety of services. Those 80 or older are free; 71–79 is $140.00; 61–70 is $180.00; 41-60 is $230.00 and 40 or younger is $250.00. Services: Functions as attorneys-in-fact, assisting veterans and their families in filing claims for VA disability compensation and pension; vocational rehabilitation and employment; education; home loan guaranty; life insurance; death benefits; health care and much more. Provide free services, such as information seminars, counseling and community outreach. NSOs also represent veterans and active duty military personnel before Discharge Review Boards, Boards for Correction of Military Records, Physical Evaluation Boards and other official panels. Members of DAV also enjoy access to special pricing from companies like Ford, Apple, Dell and others. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4725 Red Lodge Granite Peak Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1921 Red Lodge MT, 59068 Phone Number: (406)328-4365 National Website: http://www.vfw.org/ Contact Person: Gary Race until April 2013 stonecreek50@yahoo.com Contact Person Robert Daniel until April 2013 robert.w.daniels@msn.com Mission: To foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts. To serve our veterans, the military, and our communities. To advocate on behalf of all veterans. Vision: Ensure that veterans are respected for their service, always receive their earned entitlements, and are recognized for the sacrifices they and their loved ones have made on behalf of this great country. Core Values: Always put the interests of members first, treat donors as partners in our cause, promote patriotism, honor military service, ensure the care of veterans and their families, serve our communities, promote a positive image of the VFW and respect the diversity of veteran opinions. Local Programs: Provide honor guards and color guards for funerals of veterans of the Armed Forces, assist veterans with obtaining benefits and connecting them to VA Service Officers, represent the needs of local area veterans and provide aid to veterans in need of assistance. d) Veteran Recovery Resources Coaching Into Care National Phone Number: 1-888-823-7458 Website: http://www.mirecc.va.gov/coaching/ Information Email: CoachingIntoCare@va.gov Services: Coaching Into Care works with family members or friends who become aware of their Veteran’s post-deployment difficulties—and supports their efforts to find help for the Veteran. They provide encouragement and information about getting an evaluation and services, “coaching” with family members or friends to help motivate Veteran for evaluation/consultation and referrals to services for veterans and their family members. 111 Operation Second Chance Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1303 Red Lodge MT 59068 Contact Person: Hank Tuell, Director of Retreats Program hank@operationsecondchance.org Phone Number: 406-425-4875 and 888-OSC4VETs ext. 701 Operation Second Chance Website: http://www.operationsecondchance.org/ Mission Statement: “We are patriotic citizens committed to serving our wounded, injured and ill combat veterans. We support Veterans and their families while they recover in military hospitals, by building relationships and identifying and supporting immediate needs and interests. We are dedicated to promoting public awareness of the many sacrifices made by our Armed Forces.” Programs and Services: OSC recognizes the stress families experience from combat-related trauma and the importance of strong family support. We see the struggles that take place with families trying to reconnect and regain the “normal” in life after returning home from a warzone with severe injuries. We also understand how a positive attitude can impact the recovery process. One of the many ways OSC assists our wounded warriors and their families is by providing retreats that facilitate this part of the recovery process. We provide short local overnight trips to those who need a quick getaway but do not have the ability to go very far from the care received at the hospital or from their chain of command. We also provide week-long retreats for those who are further along in their recovery and are able to get away for longer periods. During our retreats we offer many different activities for the individuals to choose from, as well as give wounded warriors and their families the opportunity to rest, relax and complete activities on their own. All OSC retreats are all-inclusive and have no cost to our recovering service members and their families. Warrior and Quiet Waters Foundations Mailing Address: W&QW Foundation P.O. Box 1165 Bozeman, MT 59771 Website: http://www.warriorsandquietwaters.org/ Eligibility: Veterans of the US military forces Mission Statement: To provide traumatically injured U.S. servicemen and women from Iraq and Afghanistan with a high quality restorative program, utilizing the therapeutic experience of fly fishing on Montana waters. Program: WQW brings wounded warriors to Montana for a six day program of fly fishing and recreation. Most warriors who come are still in rehab in the military hospital system. As part of the program these veterans learn to fly fish on Montana rivers and in the neighboring Yellowstone Park. The program provides transportation, accommodations, meals, and gives each warrior a complete fly fishing outfit including rod, reel and waders to keep so they can continue to fish after leaving Montana. Costs of Services: None 112 XVIII. Youth Resources and Programs a) General Youth Programs Child Support Enforcement Division Address: 2121 Rosebud Drive Suite E Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406)655-5500 Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/csed/index.shtml Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Anyone can apply Services Offered: Provides child support enforcement for Montana residents. This includes establishing paternity, and establishing, enforcing, and modifying support orders. Voice response unit operates 24 hours a day to check payments (1800-346-5437) Costs of Service: Some fees depending on service requested and income Department of Health and Human Services Child and Family Services Street Address: Annex Building 206 North Broadway, Red Lodge MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 1410 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406) 446-3729 Child Abuse or Neglect Hot-Line: 1-866-820-5437 Montana Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/cfsd/ Carbon County Website: http://co.carbon.mt.us/departments/cfs/ Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Services Offered: Child & Adult Protective Services, Case Management of Foster Care Services, Case Management of Adoption and Information & Referral Services Statement of Purpose: To protect children who have been or are at substantial risk of abuse, neglect or abandonment. We strive to assure that all children have a family who will protect them from harm. We recognize the protective capacities of families and incorporate them in assessments, decision making and actions with the goal of improving safety, permanency and well being for children. We encourage our communities to strengthen their prevention efforts and to share responsibility for the safety of its children and families. HRDC District 7 Human Resource Development Council Youth Programs Street Address: 7 North 31st Street Billings, MT 59103 Mailing Address: PO Box 2016 Billings, MT 59103 Phone Numbers: (406)247-4732 or 1800-433-1411 Fax Number: (406)248-2943 Website: http://www.hrdc7.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Must be economically disadvantaged according to Federal/State guidelines. Summer Youth Employment Program: Youth between the ages of 14-24 obtain pre-employment skill/competencies required for employment and receive job training. While earning money during the summer, youth can gain work experience, develop a resume and obtain information on a career of their interest. Youth WIA Program: Provides support to youth seeking employment. Youth are provided intensive case management, worksite placement, training and direct support to assist youth in achieving their education and occupational goals. 113 Safe Kids USA Yellowstone County Street Address: 711 4th Avenue North Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)259-9601 Website: http://www.safekids.org/ Led by: American Medical Response Coordinator: Koren Bloom Koren.Bloom@emsc.net Eligibility: None, information available to all Services Offered: Information of child safety issues Costs of Service: None Tumbleweed Runaway Program Address: 505 North 24th Street Billings, MT 59101-1268 Phone Numbers: (406) 259-2558 or 1-(888)-816-4702 toll-free 24 hour hotline Website: www.tumbleweedprogram.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Varies with the service Services Offered: Runaway and homeless Youth Program: Crisis intervention, family mediation, individual and family counseling, temporary shelter, youth support groups, information and referrals. Street Outreach Program: Provide outreach to youth on the street, link youth with emergency services, street based crisis intervention and individual personal care packet. Costs of Service: No charge Youth Dynamics INC Street Address: 2334 Lewis Avenue Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: 1-877-458-7022 Website: http://www.youthdynamics.org/ Email Contact: mwolf@youthdynamics.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Depends on service Therapeutic Youth Group Homes: Youth Dynamics therapeutic group homes provide 24-hour awake supervision, treatment, advocacy, and family style care. The length of stay is determined by the youth’s progress and is typically 6 to 9 months. Billings Group Home offers: access to YDI Substance Abuse Program; exciting cultural, sports and leisure activities, including outdoor recreation and community events; an extensive network of local services available to meet specialized needs; intensive therapies, including substance abuse prevention; education and treatment services; community education options, including public school and alternative education, as well as extra-curricular and volunteer activities; opportunities to participate fully in the Billings community and family-style care provided in three welcoming residential home settings. Shelter Care (Long and Short Term Stays): This home in Bozeman shelters runaway and homeless youth, provides short-term shelter care, crisis intervention, extended group care, and transitional care. Some youth are in the home overnight, for a few days, or for a few months based on their needs. The Big Sky Youth Center in Bozeman offers: 24-Hour awake supervision; one to Four staff supervision; intervention and stabilization; Family-style home setting for up to 8 youths and for youth staying an extended period of time, job programs, community events, outdoor recreation and extra-curricular activities are available. To learn more, contact the Big Sky Youth Center at 406-586-2566 or at janamccr@youthdynamics.org. Costs of Service: Varies according to service 114 b) Youth Education and Development Programs Beartooth Billings Clinic Children’s Center Street Address: 114 N Villard Ave, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 590 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Website: http://www.beartoothbillingsclinic.org/OurServices/AllServices/ChildrensCenter.aspx Phone Number: (406)446-1919 Email: bchildrenscenter@beartoothbillingsclinic.org Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday from 7:30AM until 5:30PM Closed on holidays. About: Beartooth Children’s Center is a preschool and the only state-licensed childcare center in the Red Lodge area, with daycare, latch-key, and pre-school programs for more than 40 children each day. Scholarships, made possible through a yearly grant of $5,000 from a private foundation, are available to families who either need short-term aid or ongoing assistance. The Center is open to all families in the Red Lodge area with children ages 2 through 3rd grade, offering childcare, early childhood education, and after-school programs. Emphasis is on the emotional, cognitive, creative, social, and physical development of every child. The Children’s Center offers the following regular programs: Daily Childcare, Drop-In Childcare, Playschool, Preschool, After-School Care and Summer Program. Best Beginnings Child Care Scholarship Street Address: 111 N. Jackson Arcade Building, 5th Floor Helena, MT Phone Number: (406) 444-1788 Website: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/hcsd/childcare/bestbeginnings/index.shtml Eligibility: Persons at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines; who get TANF and work Services Offered: Helps low income families pay for licensed child care during their work hours Costs of Service: Co-payments based on sliding scale Application: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/hcsd/childcare/documents/EligibilityPacketFull.pdf Big Brothers, Big Sisters Billings Street Address: 504B North 20th Street Billings, MT 59103 Phone Number: (406)248-2229 Website: http://www.bbbsyc.org/ Eligibility: Children 6-16 years of age Services Offered: Community Based Program matches adults over the age of 18 with children from age 5 through 15. Our coordinators interview all parties—the child’s parents or guardian, the child and the volunteer. When an appropriate match is identified, the parent and volunteer meet with BBBS staff to make sure the adults are comfortable with each other. After that, if all parties agree, the match is made and the mentoring begins. Bigs and Littles spend an hour or two together doing things they both enjoy. Costs of Service: None Boys and Girls Club of Carbon County Street Address: 24 West 9th Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 11 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-2582 Website: http://www.bgcofcarboncounty.org/ Email: redlodgebgc@gmail.com Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 3:30-6PM school year, Monday-Friday 12-6PM summer Eligibility: All youths 6-18 years of age are eligible and must complete a membership form. 115 Services Offered: Provide a safe, fun environment for children after school with enrichment programs: health and life skills, education and career, character and leadership, the arts and sports and fitness. Club offers youth access to computer lab, study room and special teen programs. Currently special programs include Snow Quest, reading with dogs, ice hockey, hiking, cross-country skiing and tennis. Also offers special boys and girls nights once a month along with teen nights. Club also organizes summer camps and partners with other organizations to increase programs. Costs of Service: 10$ annual membership fee, scholarships available Youth Development Strategy: Sense of Competency, Sense of Usefulness, Sense of Belonging and Sense of Influence. Youth Development Outcomes: Positive Self-Identity, Health and Well-Being, Positive Values, Commitment to Learning, Social Competency and Community and Civic Involvement Carbon County 4-H Clubs Street Address: MSU Carbon County Extension Office 128 Main St. Joliet, MT 59041 Mailing Address: Carbon County 4-H Clubs P.O. Box 230 Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406) 962-3522 Email: carbon@montana.edu Website: http://montana4h.org Program Information: Montana 4-H is the youth development program of Montana State University Extension. 4-H is the largest, out-of-school youth development program in the state, reaching about 25,000 youth in all counties each year. 4-H offers more than 100 different projects and learning experiences that will engage you actively while you’re having fun. 4-H projects rely on trained adult volunteers who work with you as a partner and resource for your own learning. From learning how to cook or sew, to raising an animal or camping, and everything in between, 4-H offers youth a wide range of choices and opportunities. Carbon County Head Start Joliet Street Address: Joliet Community Center High 212 Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406)962-3012 Eligibility: A child must be 3 or 4 years old by September 10th and must meet financial guidelines. Services Offered: Head Start is an income-eligible Federal program, providing pre-school experience to 3 and 4 year olds. Program operates from 8:30am to 12:30PM Monday through Thursday. The children are served breakfast and lunch. A bus is provided for transportation, both in town and in rural areas. Head Start is a comprehensive program to assist children with school readiness, medical and nutritional needs, and family literacy. Children in Head Start also receive free medical and dental care and have access to hearing and vision screening. Carbon County Head Start Red Lodge Street Address: 308 South Broadway Avenue, Red Lodge, MT 59068 Phone Number: (406)446-0100 Eligibility: A child must be 3 or 4 years old by September 10th and must meet financial guidelines. Services Offered: Head Start is an income-eligible Federal program, providing pre-school experience to 3 and 4 year olds. Program operates from 8:30am to 12:30PM Monday through Thursday. The children are served breakfast and lunch. Head Start is a comprehensive program to assist children with school readiness, medical and nutritional needs, and family literacy. Children in Head Start also receive free medical and dental care and have access to hearing and vision screening. 116 HRDC District 7 Human Resource Development Council Child Care Street Address: 7 North 31st Street Billings, MT 59103 Phone Number: (406)247-4732 or 1800-433-1411 Website: www.hrdc7.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Open to All Services Offered: Administers State programs for child care assistance. Provides names of registered and licensed child care providers in the area. Also provides a variety of training for child care providers. Child Care Provider Training: Provides training to early childhood providers who are newly licensed child care facility or a Legally Unregistered provider. On-going training to all licensed child care providers and a referral service to parents looking for a child care provider. Future of Montana: Volunteer Corps Street Address: 122 Hauser Avenue S. Red Lodge MT, 59068 Phone Number: (406)426-0419 Connected Organization: Red Lodge Area Community Foundation Organization Website: http://www.rlacf.org Future of Montana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/110678952412961/ Program Summary: The Future of Montana: Volunteer Corps (the Corps) works within the Red Lodge Area Community Foundation to connect local youth interested in volunteering with opportunities to do so. The Corps creates opportunities for high school students to volunteer with local non-profits. The Corps ensures diverse volunteer opportunities, educational experiences, safety, and a large variety of incentives. The Corps is committed to matching the needs of the volunteer with non-profit groups which require assistance. The program tracks the volunteer service for school credit, improved job opportunities and, letters of recommendation. The Corps collaborates with local schools to promote character building, youth leadership, and community involvement through volunteer opportunities. The ultimate objective of the Corps is to strengthen the youth voice within the community. Montana National Guard Youth Challenge Street Address: 790 East Cornell Street Dillon, MT 59725 Phone Number: (406)683-7556 or 1-877-367-6927 Website: http://www.ngycp.org/site/state/mt/ Email Contact: mtchallenge@umwestern.edu Eligibility: Ages 16-18, not currently in high school, no felonies, not on probation, not taking any illegal drugs, pass basic medical examination and be willing to take full part in program. Services Offered: To service kids 16-18 years of age that are at risk of dropping out of school or that have dropped out. The program consists of a 5 month residential program followed by a 12 month post residential mentoring phase. Provides young people with GED preparation and exam, college placement, work placement and, counseling. Power Up, Speak Out! Address: 1119 South Broadway Red Lodge, MT 59068 Mailing Address: PO Box 314 Red Lodge, MT 59068 Connected Organization: Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Website: http://www.powerupspeakout.org/ 117 Program Information: Power Up, Speak Out! provides educators with a curriculum that is well designed, easy to implement and aligns with state curriculum content standards and mandates, and gives young people the tools and critical thinking skills they need to learn how to have healthy relationships and prevent bullying, harassment and violence. Youth Enrichment Fund Street Address: 122 Hauser Avenue S. Red Lodge MT, 59068 Phone Number: (406)425-0492 Funding Organization: Red Lodge Area Community Foundation Organization Website: http://www.rlacf.org Funds Purpose: The Youth Enrichment Fund provides money to families to help their children take part in activities throughout the year such as dance classes, swimming or sports. Money is granted to a family to pay part of an expense related with the enrichment and development of a child. Applications are brief and there is a two to three day turn around period before families receive an answer to their request. Application: http://www.rlacf.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/docs/YouthEnrichmentFundApplication.pdf c) Youth Medical Programs Al Bedoo Shriners Street Address: 2067 31125 Broadwater Ave Billings, MT 59102 Mailing Address: PO Box Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406) 259-4384 Website: http://albedoo.org/ Fax Number: (406) 259-2316 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Persons 18 or younger with medical problems the shirners work with Services Offered: Information regarding resources for treatment of children with some birth defects, orthopedic problems Costs of Service: None Email Contact: albedoo@mcn.net American Diabetes Association Street Address: 3203 3rd Avenue North, Suite 203 Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406) 256-0616 Website: www.diabetes.org Fax Number: (406) 896-0289 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM-4PM Eligibility: Varies by service Services Offered: Summer Youth Retreat for youths with diabetes (ages 8-17), health fairs, seminars and volunteer opportunities Costs of Service: Varies by service Arthritis Foundation Montana Office Mailing Address: Arthritis Foundation Attn: Carrie Strike PO Box 8113, Missoula, MT 59807 Phone Number: (406)461-8368 or 800-475-6447 Email: cstrike@arthritis.org Website: www.arthritis.org 118 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Eligibility: Anyone with arthritis or related disease is eligible Services Offered: Information, classes, advocacy, doctor referrals, juvenile camp for kids with arthritis Costs of Services: Varies by service and scholarships are available. Classes in Billings: Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program and Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program are exercise programs designed specifically for people with arthritis offered at Mission Ridge 406-655-5250 or Billings Athletic Club 406-259-2626. Caring Program for Children Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana Mailing Address: PO Box 872 Helena, MT 59624 Phone Number: 1800-447-7828 ext. 3612 Website: http://www.caringfoundationmt.com/ Eligibility: Unmarried children under 19 enrolled in school through grade 12. Not currently covered under a state or federal medical assistance program. Family income is at or below 200% of Federal poverty level. Services: Provides primary and preventative health care benefits to eligible children at no cost to their families. These benefits made available through the cooperation of health care professionals and hospitals, private and corporate contributions and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana Costs of Service: no charge Healthy Montana Kids Mailing Address: PO Box 202951 Helena MT 59620 Phone Number: (406) 444-6971 or 1877-543-7669 Fax Number: 1-877-418-4533 Website: http://hmk.mt.gov/ Eligibility: Uninsured children up to 19 in families that meet income guidelines Services Offered: Provides health insurance coverage to eligible Montana children through the age of 18. Financial eligibility is based on a family’s adjusted gross income. Costs: There is a small co-payment for some services. Applying for Healthy Montana Kids: Applicants must fill out an application for the service and send it in. The Online Application is accessible through the Montana government site, or a PDF version or Word version that can be printed out and sent in by mail or fax. Have an application mailed to you by calling 1877-543-7669. Muscular Distrophy Association Street Address: 2070 Overland Ave. #101 Billings, MT 59102 Phone Number: (406) 655-9000 Website: http://www.mdausa.org Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM Eligibility: Must be diagnosed or being diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy, doctor referral needed Services Offered: Free diagnosis, follow-up care, PT-OT evaluation, assistance with wheelchair purchase summer camp for kids Costs of Services: Clinics and summer camp are free 119 Vaccines for Children Program Mailing Address: P.O. Box 202951 Helena, MT 59620 Phone Number: (406)444-0277 Website: http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/programs/vfc/default.htm Eligibility: Child through age of eighteen eligible for medicaid, uninsured or underinsured Services Offered: Offers vaccines at no cost for eligible children through VFC-enrolled doctors Costs of Service: None Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch Mailing Address: 1732 South 72nd Street West Billings, MT 59106 Phone Number: (406)651-2700 Website: http://www.ybgr.org/ Eligibility: Children 6-17 who meet medical necessity for services, average stay is 8-10 months Services Offered: Residential treatment for children 6-18, group therapy, education, training and 24 hour nursing Costs of Services: Contact facility for current rates d) Youth Nutrition Programs Food Pantry and Backpack Program Participating Organizations: The Boys and Girls Club of Carbon County and Beartooth Billings Children’s Center Boys and Girls Club Food Pantry: Through the Montana Food Bank the Boys and Girls Club of Carbon County offers a food pantry that can be accessed with a short proof of need form that is handled through the club staff. Backpack Programs: Both the Boys and Girls Club and the Beartooth Billings Children’s Center allow their clients to take bags of food home to their families. Red Lodge Area Food Partnership Council Website: http://foodpartnership.org/ Mission: Our mission is to vigorously promote a sustainable, local food system that encourages a better quality of life for our citizens, improves our community's economy and self-reliance and preserves the land for generations to come. Services Offered: The Food Partnership Council is active in several areas in Red Lodge which serve to promote local food and improve the nutrition available to local families. FPC works to make local produce and meat more available and with greater variety. FPC arranged for SNAP credit to be accepted at the Red Lodge Farmers Market. FPC works with the wellness committee, local producers, and the school food service program to make healthy, local food available in the cafeteria, while providing education on nutrition and local agriculture the classrooms and Youth Garden. Students active in the Youth Garden take their produce home. FPC hosts education events for the community and coordinate community gardens. 120 School Breakfast and Lunch Program Mailing Address: PO Box 202501 Helena MT 59620 Phone Number: (406) 444-2501 Website: http://opi.mt.gov/Programs/SchoolPrograms/School_Nutrition/index.html Eligibility: Children of families under 180% of poverty level enrolled in public or private schools. Services Offered: Provides reduced or free breakfasts and lunches to children through their school. To Apply: Contact your child's school to get information on signing up. Women, Infants, Children Food Program WIC Street Address: RiverStone Health, 123 So. 27th St., Billings, MT 59101 Phone Number: (406)247-3370 Montana Website: http://wic.mt.gov/families.shtml Email Contact: gayle.esp@riverstonehealth.org Eligibility: Pregnant women through six weeks after delivery, while breast feeding until infant is 1 year old, postpartum teenage mothers, infants birth to one year of age, children ages one to five. Recipients must meet economic criteria. Must also be nutritionally in need. Client should contact the office. WIC Income Eligibility Guidelines: Household size of 1 income must not exceed $20,665, household size of 2 must not exceed $27,991, household size of 3 must not exceed $35,371, household size of 4 must not exceed $42,643 and for every additional family member add $7,326 to the limit. Services Offered: This is a health and nutrition program serving lower income pregnant and breastfeeding women, women who have been pregnant within the last 6 months, infants and children under five years of age. Grandparents caring for children under the age of 5 years, foster parents, or other legal guardians may qualify for WIC if they meet income eligibility limits. Supplement diets, issuing drafts to purchase specific nutritious foods. Referrals to other community resources and health care providers. Services include nutrition assessments and health and nutrition information, breastfeeding promotion and support, benefits for healthy foods to purchase at local grocery stores, and referrals to other community resources. WIC Clinic Joliet 2014 Street Address: Carbon County Extension Office 128 South Main Street Joliet, MT 59041 Phone Number: (406) 962-3522 Clinic Contact: Sheri Hatten Hours of Clinic: 9:30AM-12PM and 1PM–3:15PM 4th Thursday of each month Days: January 23, February 27, March 27, April 24, May 22, June 26, July 24, August 28, September 25, October 23, November 26 (Wednesday) and no clinic in December WIC Clinic Red Lodge 2014 Street Address: 1 North Word Avenue Red Lodge, MT 59068 (St. Agnes Church) Phone Number: (406) 446-1237 Clinic Contact: Grace Maxwell Hours of Clinic: 10AM–12PM and 1PM–3:15PM 2nd Thursday of each month Days: January 9, February 13, March 13, April 10, May 8, June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11, October 9, November 13 and December 11 121 XIX. Index A AARP Foundation Senior Service Employment AARP Tax-Aide Montana Absarokee Medical Clinic St. Vincent Primary Care Network Al-Anon Joliet Al-Anon Laurel Al-Anon Red Lodge Al Bedoo Shriners Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Bridger Group Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Fromberg Clark Fork Group Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Joliet Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Laurel Home Group Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Red Lodge Rock Creek Group American Diabetes Association American Heart Association American Legion Belfry MT Post 84 American Legion Fromberg Clarks Fork, MT Post 71 American Legion Laurel Post 123 American Legion Red Lodge Carbon, MT Post 17 American Red Cross Midland Empire Chapter Angelas Piazza: Women’s Drop in Center Area II Agency on Aging Arthritis Foundation Montana Office A.W.A.R.E. Inc. Red Lodge pages 44, 99 page 53 page 85 page 5 page 5 page 5 pages 95, 118 page 6 page 6 page 6 page 6 page 6 pages 82, 95, 118 page 82 page 109 page 110 page 110 page 110 page 21 page 82 page 99 pages 82, 95, 118 page 33 B Baretooth Cupboards Bearcreek Post Office Beartooth Billings Clinic Children’s Center Beartooth Billings Clinic Financial Assistance Beartooth Billings Clinic Red Lodge Beartooth Elks Lodge #534 Beartooth Forest Service Ranger District Beartooth Front Community Forum Beartooth Humane Alliance Beartooth Mountain Baptist Church Beartooth RC&D Home Buyer Education and Counseling Belfry Post Office Belfry Public School page 23 page 64 pages 42, 115 page 89 page 85 pages 16, 110 page 64 page 17 page 7 page 9 page 69 page 64 page 37 122 Belfry Senior Citizens Center Best Beginnings Child Care Scholarship Beta Sigma Phi Big Brothers, Big Sisters Billings Big Sky Senior Services Billing Adult Education and Career Advancement Billings Birthright Pregnancy Center Billings Clinic Downtown Billings Columbus Clinic Billings Goodwill Store Billings VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic Billings VA Community Clinic Black Hills Stage Blind or Low Vision Services Blue Care Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana Boyd Post Office Boys and Girls Club of Carbon County Bridger Chamber of Commerce Bridger City Court Bridger Community Food Bank Bridger Fire Department Bridger Police Department Bridger Post Office Bridger Public Library Bridger Public Schools Bridger Town Hall page 101 pages 56, 115 page 17 page 115 page 101 pages 39, 44 page 93 page 85 page 85 page 29 page 86 page 86 page 103 pages 31, 44 page 89 page 64 page 115 page 17 page 62 page 23 pages 28, 63 pages 28, 63 page 64 page 7 page 37 page 65 C Calvary Episcopal Church Campbell Courts Carbon County 4-H Clubs Carbon Alternatives Carbon County Alert Carbon County Attorney Carbon County Clerk and Recorder Carbon County Commissioners Carbon County Disaster and Emergency Services Carbon County Extension Office Carbon County Habitat for Humanity Carbon County Head Start Joliet Carbon County Head Start Red Lodge page 9 page 73 page 116 page 78 page 28 page 62 page 59 page 59 pages 24, 59 page 59 page 17 pages 42, 116 pages 42, 116 123 Carbon County Health Association Carbon County Mental Health Center Satellite Carbon County Newspaper Carbon County Office of Planning and Sanitation Carbon County Office of Public Assistance Carbon County Office of Public Health Carbon County Prescription Discount Card Carbon County Road Department Carbon County Sheriff Carbon County Treasurer Carbon County Weed District Career Guidance Center Caring Program for Children Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana Catholic Social Services for Montana Child Support Enforcement Division Christian Life Assembly of God Christian Church Disciples of Christ Church of Christ Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Belfry Clarks’ Fork Baptist Church Coaching Into Care Common Ground Consumer Credit Counseling Service COR Enterprises Court Clerk of Montana Judicial District Twenty-Two page 83 pages 4, 97 page 18 page 60 pages 21, 50, 60 pages 60, 83 page 89 page 60 pages 28, 63 page 61 page 61 page 44 pages 89, 95, 119 page 93 pages 50, 113 page 9 page 9 page 9 page 10 page 10 page 10 page 111 page 24 page 53 page 48 page 61 D David G. Evans D.D.S Family Dentistry Deering Community Health Center Department of Education Student Aid Department of Public Health and Human Services Adult Protective Services Department of Public Health and Human Services Child and Family Services Department of Public Health and Human Services Disabilities Program Department of Public Health and Human Services Vocational Rehabilitation Department of Housing and Urban Development Disabled American Veterans Billings Disabled Homeownership Program Disaster Recovery Resources District 7 Human Resource Development Council Child Care Document and Record Recovery page 83 page 86 page 40 page 99 pages 21, 99, 113 page 31 pages 34, 45 page 69 page 111 pages 31, 70 page 24 page 43 page 25 124 Domestic and Sexual Violence Hotlines Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Donated Dental Services C/O Montana Dental Association Dress for Success page 26 pages 26, 79 page 83 page 45 E Eagle Mount Billings Earned Income Tax Credit Edgar Post Office Employment Source, The Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Energy Share of Montana Estate Planning in the State of Montana Experience Works Express Personnel Services Billings page 31 page 53 page 64 page 48 page 104 page 51 page 54, 77 pages 45, 99 page 48 F Family Bible Church Family Service, INC Farm Service Agency Carbon County Office Fastweb Scholarship Search Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Festival of Nations Fields of Grace Baptist Church Florence Crittenton Home and Services of Montana First Time Home Buyer Savings Account Food Pantry and Backpack Program Fort Harrison VA Medical Center and Ambulatory Care Clinic Fromberg City Court Fromberg City Hall Fromberg Fire Department Fromberg Police Department Fromberg Post Office Fromberg Public School Fromberg United Methodist Church Frontier Communities Future of Montana: Volunteer Corps page 10 page 22 page 65 page 40 page 25 page 18 page 10 page 93 pages 54, 70 pages 24, 120 page 86 page 62 page 65 pages, 29, 63 pages 29, 63 page 65 page 38 page 10 page 73 page 117 G Golden Age Society page 101 125 H Health Saving Account Health Insurance Marketplace (Exchange) Healthy Montana Kids Home and Community Based Services Home Investment Partnerships Program HOME Hope Chapel Housing Choice Vouchers HRDC District 7 Human Resource Development Council HRDC District 7 Human Resource Development Council Child Care HRDC District 7 Human Resource Development Council Housing Programs HRDC District 7 Human Resource Development Council Youth Programs Hub, The pages 55, 91 page 90 pages 90, 96, 119 pages 88, 101 page 74 page 11 page 75 page 32, 39, 45, 50, 55 page 117 page 70, 76 pages 43, 113 pages 22, 83 I Insurance after a Disaster Intrepid USA Healthcare Services page 25 page 88 J Job Corps Admissions and Career Transition Office Job Placement Services Joliet Area Community Foundation Joliet Baptist Church Joliet Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Joliet City Court Joliet City Hall Joliet Community Center Joliet Fire and EMS Joliet Food Bank Joliet Lions Club Joliet Lutheran Church Joliet Police Department Joliet Public Library Joliet Public School Joliet XYZ’ers Joliet Wesleyan Church Justice Court of Carbon County Joliet Post Office pages 39, 46 page 48 page 18 page 11 page 11 page 62 page 66 page 8 page 29 page 24 page 18 page 11 page 29 page 8 page 38 page 101 page 11 page 62 page 65 K Kelly Temporary Services page 49 126 Kids Corner page 29 L Laurel Community Hope Lifeline Across America Lighthouse Bible Church Linx: Connecting People and Places Living Independently for Today and Tomorrow Low Income Housing Energy Assistance Program Low Income Housing Tax Credit Luther Community Church Luther Public School Lutheran Social Services of Montana page 30 page 56 page 12 page 103 pages 32, 88, 101 page 52 page 74 page 12 page 38 page 93 M Medicaid Medicine Program Messiah Lutheran Church Military One Source Montana Army National Guard Family Programs Montana Board of Housing Montana Code Annotated Montana Comprehensive Health Association Montana Council on Problem Gambling Montana Credit Unions for Community Development MT Disaster and Emergency Services Division (DES) Montana Job Service Workforce Center Montana Joblinc Montana Law Help Montana Legal Service Association Montana Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation Montana Rescue Mission Montana Medical Care Savings Account Montana Migrant Health Program “Migrant Council” Montana National Guard Youth Challenge Montana State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) Montana State University Billings MSU-Billings Carbon County Resident Scholarship Montana State University Billings College of Technology Montana State University Bozeman Montana State University Carbon County Extension Office page 91 page 92 page 12 page 104 page 104 page 69 page 77 page 92 page 4 page 55 page 25 pages 46, 106 page 46 page 77 page 77 pages 18, 84 page 22 pages 56, 92 pages 35, 84 pages 39, 117 page 92 page 36 page 41 page 37 page 36 page 35 127 Montana Students Save IDA Program Montana University System Scholarship Listing MT USDA Rural Development Montana Veterans Affairs Montana Veteran Affairs Billings Division Montana Veterans Regional Office Fort Harrison Montana Veterans’ Upward Bound My HealtheVet Mountain Ministry Mountain Springs Villa Resident Owned Community Mountain View Apartments Mountain View Clinic St. Vincent Primary Care Network Multifamily Loan Program Muscular Distrophy Association page 40 page 41 page 26 page 106 page 107 page 107 page 104 page 105 page 12 page 73 page 74 page 86 page 75 pages 84, 96, 119 N NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness Support Meetings NeighborWorks Montana Programs NorthWestern Energy Energy Audit Nutrition Education Programs (NEP) page 97 page 71 page 52 page 35 O Operation Second Chance Our Savior’s Episcopal Church page 112 page 13 P Palisades Resort Ministry Planned Parenthood Heights Billings Planned Parenthood Billings West PLUK Parents, Let’s Unite For Kids Power Up, Speak Out! 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