Illuminating a Path to a Healthier Community On Lopez Island, we understand that home is more than just a roof over our heads—it’s warmth on a cold night, a place to gather with loved ones, and the foundation for stability and well-being. Unfortunately, with rising costs of utilities, rent, and food, many of our neighbors […]
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A tax refund for Washington workers! Who is eligible for the tax refund?Individuals and families are eligible if they meet all of the following requirements: Lived in Washington a minimum of 183 days.Are at least 25 and under 65 years of age OR havea qualifying child in 2024. Filed a 2024 federal tax return with
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Join us Saturday, March 8th from 10:00-3:00pm at the Lopez Center for Community and the Arts for our Winter Health Fair.Hosted by the Family Resource Center and the Lopez Community Health Workers, there will be COVID and Flu vaccines available as well as glucose and blood pressure screenings. Organizations Present:Molina HealthcareLopez Island LibraryYouth Health AdvocatesCare-A-Van
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Take the 5th wave of the WAFOOD survey and help us learn about the wellbeing and food needs of Washington State residents! The University of Washington and Washington State University created the Washington State Food Security Survey (WAFOOD) to learn about the economic wellbeing and food access of Washington State residents. Information gathered with this
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Friday Harbor Community Dental Clinics are open to children and adults on Apple Health (Medicaid). Mark your calendars for Friday, September 20th and Friday, November 20th. Click on the link below to apply. NOTE – The times listed here are NOT accurate. Times will be determined upon application acceptance.///¡Se vienen las clínicas dentales a Friday
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Through the Washington Families Clean Energy Credits Grant program, Orcas Power & Light Cooperative residential customers could be eligible for a $200 bill credit. This program is supported by funding from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act, which supportsWashington’s climate action efforts by putting cap-and-investment dollars to work reducing climate pollution, creating jobs and improving public health.
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Did you know that the Opportunity Council offers low-income housing energy assistance? Or that OPALCO has an energy assistance credit available for qualifying households? Stop in or call the Lopez Island Family Resource Center for more information. *Income guidelines apply.
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The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, stands as a crucial pillar in the United States’ social safety net, providing invaluable support to millions of low-income individuals and families. With its primary mission of addressing hunger and improving nutrition, SNAP not only ensures that vulnerable populations have access to an adequate
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