11:01:21 AM [Visitor] do you need to apply for Medicare Premium Assistance yearly? does JFS send a letter stating you need to do this?
11:02:20 AM [Jim Ashmore] This program has a reapplication once a year. And we do send a reapplication packet.

10:59:50 AM [paul Rodgers] I have been off work for 6 months due I qualify for assistance.
11:01:24 AM [Jim Ashmore] Here are some online resources that can help you: http://www.hcjfs.hamilton-co.org/OnlineServiceCenter0906.htm Also, you could come to 222 E. Central Parkway, 7:30-11:30 a.m., Monday-Friday.

10:50:37 AM [Visitor] I am planning to re-locate to Ohio from Florida in about 3 wks. I receive food stamps and medicaid here. What do I need to do so I don't loose these benefits once I get to Ohio?
10:52:29 AM [Jim Ashmore] You will need to provide verification from Florida Job & Family Services (or your equivalent) confirming that they have proposed termination on your benefits due to your move. We can then pursue eligibility in Ohio. The benefits cannot transfer from state to state.

10:36:17 AM [Visitor] we went down to JFS yesterday and when it came to cash assistance, were told to go up and fill out the clipboard and make appt... we did so and the appt is for Oct 20! Our rent is already past due and the electric will be cut off by then... any option to wait for an appointment at Community Link?
10:36:56 AM [Mother of 2] I just changed from visitor to mother of 2
10:38:09 AM [Jim Ashmore] We're researching your question.
10:39:51 AM [Jim Ashmore] Were there any other verifications you needed, or just follow through with Community Link? Here is why I ask: If we have everything and you are just waiting on the Community Link assessment, we can go ahead and approve your OWF application pending your Community Link assessment.
10:42:16 AM [Mother of 2] I THINK all they wanted was my school schedule which I can fax today - unless you mean OVERALL verifications (which we discussed with the case worker downstairs) I plan on picking up my daughter's Birth Cert today and faxing or dropping off all of that info today as well.
10:45:01 AM [Jim Ashmore] As soon as you get all of the verifications you mention in, we should be OK without your formal Community Link assessment being completed. However, please remember it can take up to 30 days for your benefits to be approved regardless. For your emergent situation, you might want to contact the Cincinnati-Hamilton County HPRP program at 513-381-SAFE.

10:38:38 AM [Visitor] In addition to unemployment compensation, what other cash assistance is available?
10:41:56 AM [Jim Ashmore] Typically, if you are receiving unemployment, it is higher than any other cash benefit we offer. As such, you probably would not qualify for cash, but you may qualify for other programs such as food assistance or medical coverage. Here are some online resources: http://www.hcjfs.hamilton-co.org/OnlineServiceCenter0906.htm. Also, you could come to 222 E. Central Parkway, 7:30-11:30 a.m., Monday-Friday.

10:29:51 AM [Visitor] Medicaid guidelines for Healthy Start-Child Only on it-Mom has insurance through job-has the FPL changed to 300% yet or is it looking like it will in the near future?
10:31:36 AM [Jim Ashmore] Still uncertain.

10:28:11 AM [Ouleye Dieng] Hello, I would like to get status of my case. Can you help me. It's been over two months since I applied.
10:29:52 AM [Ouleye Dieng] I believe my caseworker is Ms. Fields
10:30:46 AM [Jim Ashmore] Please call 946-1000 and be patient with the wait time. They can check the case status and give you next steps.

10:22:22 AM [Visitor] I was laid off is there any training through superjobs to return to school help getting grants, funding ect....thanks
10:25:21 AM [Jim Ashmore] Potentially. Here is a link to the services: http://www.superjobs.com/

10:15:10 AM [Visitor] Do I need to send any documentation with the health care application? WIll I have to come for a meeting? Will I have to bring my kids? How long does the process take before I would have health care?
10:23:58 AM [Jim Ashmore] Anything that you can sent relevant to your household situation (copies) will potentially help with the process. If you are only applying for Healthy Start-type medical coverage, you will probably not need to come in for an interview. Typically, the process takes about 30 days.

10:08:42 AM [Visitor] i need my medical card met my spindown for the month have surgeon on sept 22
10:09:14 AM [carl s jones] please help
10:13:20 AM [carl s jones] any one there
10:16:57 AM [Jim Ashmore] Please call 946-1000 and they will check on the status of your case. Please be patient. The wait time could be somewhat lengthy.
10:17:34 AM [carl s jones] i have for two days for hrs
10:20:40 AM [Jim Ashmore] Sorry for your wait. Perhaps our online service would help: https://www.hcjfs.hamilton-co.org/Forms/Medicaid.htm

10:14:49 AM [marleen robert] ok;i wanna know if i illegible to take the food stamps and the medicate?
10:16:11 AM [marleen robert] hellow.is somebody there?
10:17:25 AM [marleen robert] r u gonna anwer me?
10:19:15 AM [Jim Ashmore] Please try this https://secure.thebenefitbank.com/ums?task=locator or this http://www.snap-step1.usda.gov/fns/index.jsp to see if you might be eligible. You could also come to 222 E. Central Parkway, 7:30-11:30 a.m., Monday-Friday.

10:08:42 AM [Visitor] i need my medical card met my spindown for the month have surgeon on sept 22
10:09:14 AM [carl s jones] please help
10:13:20 AM [carl s jones] any one there
10:16:57 AM [Jim Ashmore] Please call 946-1000 and they will check on the status of your case. Please be patient. The wait time could be somewhat lengthy.

10:12:00 AM [Patrick] I receive 1800 unemployment a month. I have a wife and three kids. My mortgage is 1100 a month. We have no health insurance since I got laid off. I have a medical condition that requires regular health care. What are my options?
10:15:26 AM [Jim Ashmore] You can check your likelihood of eligibility here: https://secure.thebenefitbank.com/ums?task=locator You might also want to just come here 7:30-11:30 a.m., Monday-Friday, to 222 E. Central Parkway.

10:02:40 AM [Visitor] is there more dialogue on facebook or is this the same as the facebook chat?
10:05:14 AM [Visitor] i just returned from the nursing home. I have a broken back unable to work and need asst who do i talk with?
10:09:21 AM [Jim Ashmore] Are you currently receiving any services from Job and Family Services?
10:09:33 AM [Visitor] no
10:11:30 AM [Jim Ashmore] If you are able to come in to 222 E. Central Parkway, 7:30-11:30 a.m., Monday-Friday, please do so. Or you can call 946-1000 and have an application sent to you. Additionally, if you are unable to come in, you can appoint an authorized representative to apply on your behalf.
10:11:46 AM [Jim Ashmore] Facebook is different from this.

10:02:33 AM [Visitor] food stamp assistance im a 28yr old male
10:03:22 AM [Visitor] unemployed
10:03:33 AM [Visitor] veteran
10:04:52 AM [Visitor] wat would i need as far as criteria in order too qualify
10:08:08 AM [Jim Ashmore] Please come in any day, Monday-Friday, 7:30-11:30 a.m., and we'll see if we can help you. Also: This online tool may give you a better idea if you qualify: http://www.snap-step1.usda.gov/fns/index.jsp

10:02:16 AM [Visitor] I have the application for healthcare for my children. What is the next step?
10:04:33 AM [Jim Ashmore] Are you speaking of the Healthy Start application (form number 7216)? If so, you can either hand-deliver to 222 E. Central Parkway, fax to (513) 946-1360, or just mail it in to 222. E. Central Parkway, Cincinnati 45202

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