Allegany County

Anti-inflammatory Resources and Diets
www.drfuhrman.com   and www.tanaamen.com    

Eating Well
One stop for meal plans including vegan, diabetic, low sodium and much more
http://www.eatingwell.com/category/4286/meal-plans/

Cooking Matters
https://cookingmatters.org/at-the-store

Kids Health/Education Videos
https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/videos/?WT.ac=p-nav-videos 

Nutrition and Early Kidney Disease (Stages 1-4):
Are You Getting What You Need?
https://www.kidney.org/atoz/atozTopic_Brochures More than 50 topics
https://www.kidney.org/sites/default/files/11-50-0114_docsnutrikidfail_stage1-4.pdf This is a 28 page PDF. 
Recommended by Diana Preston to share with Members. Single copies of the Content of the NKF Website may be printed for personal or educational purposes without permission and must include the original copyright notice.

Plant Based Diet 
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
www.pcrm.org/health
Provides online nutrition information about following a plant-based diet. Information available in English, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese. Ongoing 5100 Wisconsin Ave., N.W., Ste.400, Washington DC, 20016 Phone: 202-686-2210 Email: pcrm@pcrm.org 

Seasons of Eating Infographic and Link to PDF sponsored by https://www.heart.org/en
https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/add-color/seasons-of-eating-infographic
and https://www.heart.org/-/media/aha/recipe/pdf-files/seasons-of-eating.pdf?la=en&hash=FEE11A46C4D92E25A0FB9559DE45BB51F8B3DEFB
Spanish Version: https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/healthy-living-spanish-infographics/alimentos-de-temporada

Mobile App to track blood sugar levels and much more
https://mysugr.com/en-us/diabetes-app

45 DAY sugarless virtual program with  online support,
1:1 weightless consultation, cooking demos, food logs 
https://www.facebook.com/delayna.watkins 

Find a Diabetes Educator
Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES)
https://www.diabeteseducator.org/living-with-diabetes/find-an-education-program

MOBILE APPS for Hearing

   AUDIENT
   iPhone Download https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/listen-carefully/id924958131?mt=8
   Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.starkey.listencarefully&hl=en

   STARKEY HEARING FOUNDATION
   Phone App https://www.starkeyhearingfoundation.org/Listen-Carefully 
   Download the Listen Carefully app for iPhone or Android. Use the hearing screener to quickly evaluate your hearing and determine if it's within a normal range or if you might have hearing loss. The sound meter allows you to measure noise levels wherever you are.

Alexander Graham Bell Association http://www.agbell.org/ AG Bell is working globally to ensure that people who are deaf and hard of hearing can hear and speak. They provide support, information, resources and more to help guide you on your journey.

American Society for Deaf Children http://www.deafchildren.org/ (ASDC) is a national organization that is committed to empowering diverse families with deaf or hard of hearing children and youth by embracing full access to language-rich environments through mentoring, advocacy, resources, and collaborative networks.

American Speech - Language - Hearing Association (800) 638-8255 

AUDIENT http://www.audientalliance.org/ 1-866-956-5400 x2 helps low income people nationwide access quality hearing aids and related care at a significantly lower cost. AUDIENT income qualifies families to be eligible for a discount on brand name hearing aids available through the AUDIENT Alliance's national network of providers.

Communication Services for the Deaf www.csd.org P: 800-717-1384 Video: 512-649-4442 (interpreters) 
Email: akillian@csd.org Interpreting services for the deaf and hard of hearing community.
Services include on line interpreter and video relay.

Family Leadership in Language and Learning Cooperative http://www.handsandvoices.org/fl3/index.html
Ensures that EHDI programs, supported by federal funding in the United States, use research-based concepts known to support families, parents and caregivers of deaf or hard of hearing babies, toddlers and young children identified through newborn hearing screening.

Hands and Voices http://www.handsandvoices.org/ non-profit, parent-driven organization dedicated to supporting families of children who are hearing impaired.

Hearing Aid Recycling Program https://www.starkeyhearingfoundation.org/

HEAR NOW–Hearing Aid Bank Toll Free 800-328-8602 www.starkeyhearingfoundation.org/ Provides hearing aids to low income and poverty stricken adults and children. Also collects old/used hearing aids for recycling. Applications available by telephone and online.

Hear to Learn http://www.heartolearn.org/ The Hear to Learn website was developed to house these resources, bring people together, and foster a community of learning. We have had the opportunity to work with many individuals – students, parents and other professionals, passionate in their desire to help children succeed.

Hearing and Speech Agency http://www.hasa.org/ A private, nonprofit organization located in Baltimore City, The Hearing and Speech Agency leads the way as a direct service provider, information resource center, and advocate for people of all ages and incomes who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech-language disabilities.

Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center Gallaudet http://www3.gallaudet.edu/clerc-center.html  Information and resources for families and professionals to meet the needs of children who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Gallaudet University Hearing & Speech Center (202) 651-5328

National Association of the Deaf (NAD) http://www.nad.org/ The NAD is the nation’s premier civil rights organization of, by, and for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals in the United States of America.

National Coalition on Auditory Processing Disorders, Inc (NCAPD) http://www.audiologyonline.com/Articles/article_detail.asp?article_id=327 includes a state-by-state referral network. 

Online Tools and Interactive Resources
Action Plan (PDF 4 pages)
https://www.heartfoundation.org.nz/shop/heart-healthcare/non-stock-resources/heart-failure-action-plan.pdf 

Choose My Plate
www.Choosemyplate.gov
Online Food Tracking/Diary

My Net Diary
http://www.mynetdiary.com/
Online Food Tracking/Diary

Super Tracker
https://www.supertracker.usda.gov/
Interactive resources to get a personalized and physical activity plan, track your food, track your physical activity, nutrition database and more

Heart Failure Tools and Resources – Downloadable and Interactive
Largest voluntary organization devoted to fighting cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Science-based treatment guidelines to help ensure the best treatment for every patient, every time.
Tools & Resources https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/heart-failure/heart-failure-tools-resources 
Recipes https://healthyforgood.heart.org/ 

Heart Failure Matters Useful Tools
https://www.heartfailurematters.org/en_GB    
Symptoms Diary, Monitoring Chart, Warning Signs, Appointment Record, Medicine Chart

CPR & First Aid: Locate a Training Center
https://ahainstructornetwork.americanheart.org/AHAECC/classConnector.jsp?pid=ahaecc.classconnector.home&courseid=1-834YO1&coursename=skillssession&coursestyle=online&language=1001 

Patient Education
American Heart Association (AHA)
www.heart.org

Heart Health Foundation (HHF)
http://hearthealthfoundation.org/ 

HHF - Living well after a heart attack – PDF 15 pages
https://www.heartfoundation.org.nz/shop/heart-healthcare/hf-living-well-after-a-heart-attack-2018.pdf 

AHA - Cardiac Medications Explained (Commonly Prescribed)
https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/heart-attack/treatment-of-a-heart-attack/cardiac-medications
Anticoagulants, Antiplatelet Agents and Dual Antiplatelet Therapy, ACE Inhibitors, Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers, Angiotensin-Receptor Neprilysin Inhibitors, Beta Blockers, Calcium Channel Blockers, Cholesterol-lowering medications, Digitalis Preparations, Diuretics, Vasodilators

AHA - Cardiac Procedures and Surgeries Explained
https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/heart-attack/treatment-of-a-heart-attack/cardiac-procedures-and-surgeries 

Screenings
Congenital Heart Disease Screening Program
https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/genetics/Pages/CCHDScreeningProgram.aspx 

Dare to C.A.R.E. Screening Program
http://www.daretocare.us/
Free heart and vascular screening/education 
Offered locally through collaboration with the Heart Health Foundation and hospitals/organizations.
Eligibility: http://www.daretocare.us/about-the-program/eligibility/ 
Find a Dare to CARE Center: Free heart http://www.daretocare.us/find-a-dare-to-c-a-r-e-center 

Maryland Department of Health Congenital Heart Disease Screening Program
https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/genetics/Pages/CCHDScreeningProgram.aspx  

Cardiac Support Group: Mended Hearts, Inc.
http://www.mendedhearts.org/    
support and encouragement.

Pacemaker Club Online Community
https://www.pacemakerclub.com/
for recipients, families and friends

Caregiver Support and Resources:
https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/caregiver-support/resources-for-caregivers 
https://supportnetwork.heart.org/connect-with-people-like-me/caregiver/caregiver-heart/  

Resources for Caregivers
https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/caregiver-support/resources-for-caregivers  
As a caregiver, it’s normal to feel isolated, at a loss and unsure of yourself sometimes. Remember: You’re not alone. Others have been down this same path — and many are willing to share their experience and insights with you. The American Heart Association wants to help you, too. The resources below can be indispensable as you care for someone who has heart disease or who has experienced a heart attack, heart surgery or a stroke.
Emotional support: Connect with other caregivers.

Support Network
https://supportnetwork.heart.org/connect-with-people-like-me/caregiver/caregiver-heart/  
Are you putting your own health and happiness on hold? Do you ever feel like you’ve “lost yourself” in your many caregiver responsibilities? You're not alone. It can be helpful to connect with those who have experienced the ups and downs of caregiving. They have valuable perspectives to share.

Empowered to Serve Caregiver Support Network
https://www.empoweredtoserve.org/index.php/caregivers-2/  
A movement inspired by American Heart/American Stroke Association multicultural volunteers around the country who are passionate about driving change through health justice in their communities.

Maryland State AIDS Hotline 1-800-232-4636
Information on testing and other referrals.
Hispanic AIDS Hotline: (301) 949-0945

HIV Care Services https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/OIDPCS/CHCS/pages/Home.aspx  
If the individual does not have a health care provider or does not currently have health insurance, there are programs available to help the individual with HIV access care.

HIV medical assistance https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/OIDPCS/CHCS/Pages/medicare.aspx  

HIV drug assistance http://hab.hrsa.gov/  

HIV insurance payment assistance https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/OIDPCS/CHCS/Pages/madap.aspx

HIV medical support services https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/OIDPCS/CHCS/Pages/madap-plus.aspx  

HIV housing assistance https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/OIDPCS/CHCS/Pages/hopwa.aspx 

National Resources

HIV drug assistance http://hab.hrsa.gov/ 

AIDS Neurological Complications https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/All-Disorders/Neurological-Complications-AIDS-Information-Page 

Patient Organization http://www.amfar.org/ amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research

You can also anonymously inform your partners that they have been exposed to an STD by visiting www.inspot.org  

HIV from Centers for Disease Control https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/default.html 

HIV Basics https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/index.html 

HIV Risk and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/risk/index.html 

HIV Program Resources https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/programresources/index.html 

HIV Resource Library https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/library/index.html 

HIV Training and Conferences https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/training/index.html  

HIV Co-Pay Relief https://www.copays.org/diseases/hiv-aids-and-prevention  

Association of Death Education & Counseling
http://www.adec.org/adec/default.aspx  
ADEC is an interdisciplinary organization in the field of dying, death and bereavement. Its members include mental and medical health personnel, educators, clergy, funeral directors, and volunteers.

Compassion & Choices 800-247-7421
www.compassionandchoices.org
1:1 counselling & info re: end of life
Improves care, expands options and empowers everyone to chart their end-of-life journey.

Final Farewell 215-870-8110
http://www.finalfarewell.org/home  
Population served: Families in the US whose child under the age of 18, or dependent mentally and physically handicapped adult child, has passed away. Mission: To provide financial assistance, advice and guidance to grieving families from all religions and backgrounds so they may provide an affordable and decent funeral.

Funeral Consumers Alliance
www.funerals.org
Guidance on planning inexpensive & dignified funeral services

Funeral Ethics Organization 802-482-6021
www.funeralethics.org info on state laws

Green Burial Council 888-966-3330
www.greenburialcouncil.org  

Grieving Hotline 1.800.423.8811

Hospice and Palliative Care Network of Maryland (HPCNM)
http://www.hnmd.org/  
Mission is to walk alongside the community caring for those living with life-limiting illnesses.

Maryland MOLST - Medical Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment
Maryland MOLST is a portable and enduring form for orders about cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other life-sustaining treatments. Take a copy of your Maryland MOLST order form and advance directive with you every time you go to a new physician, the Emergency Room, a hospital, or any other health care facility. To help you understand your options and organize your choices, you may use the Decision-Making Worksheet. http://www.marylandmolst.org/docs/Health%20Care%20Decision%20Making%20Worksheet.pdf  
For More Information Email: maryland.molst@maryland.gov  

National Right to Life Committee 202-626-8800
www.nrlc.org support to stay on life support

Nat'l Funeral Directors Association 800-228-6332
www.nfda.org planning memorial services & burials

Salvation Army Burial Assistance
http://virginiasalvationarmy.org/ncac/ways-we-help/families-in-need/  

DELINQUENT MORTGAGE/FORECLOSURE ASSISTANCE
There are several programs which have been developed by the State of Maryland to assist homeowners who are having trouble with their mortgage and who are worried about losing their homes. A synopsis of the programs is listed below with contact information. We also have fact sheets on each of the programs if you would like a more in-depth explanation of how they might work for you.  

The most important foreclosure prevention tips are:

1. Contact your lender immediately if you are facing difficulties making mortgage payments.
2. Meet with a Nonprofit Housing Counselor.
3. Try to refinance to a more affordable mortgage.
4. Avoid foreclosure “rescue scams”
5. Prioritize your spending and SAVE money.

MD HOPE Hotline: 1-877-462-7555

Maryland Weatherization Assistance Program
https://dhcd.maryland.gov/Residents/Pages/wap/Default.aspx   
Helps low-income households through the installation of energy conservation materials in their dwelling units.
Must be eligible for MD Energy Assistance Program (MEAP) to participate in the Program.
Toll Free 855-583-8976