discharged veteran military families experiencing financial hardship. Priority is given for first-time applicants and E1-E4 families. www.stepsocal.org/sharingthejoy Spirit of Sharing (SOS) Annual holiday adoption program for active duty, active reserve or recently veteraned families experiencing hardship during the holidays (and not receiving assistance from similar programs). Families must be willing to 1) share photos of all family members with the program, 2) pick up gifts, and 3) write thank-you notes. Apply before Thanksgiving. 1361 Rocky Point Dr. Oceanside, CA 92056 www.spiritofsharing.org Time-of-Use Energy PlanSDG&E Allows families to significantly reduce their energy bills by using power during off-peak hours. 800-411-7343 www.sdge.com/whenmatters WIC (See listing under Infant/Toddler Specific)
MEDICAL TRAVEL AID Air Care Alliance Nationwide association of humanitarian flying organizations that provide flights for medical treatment. 888-260-9707 www.aircarealliance.org Air Charity Network Group of independent, geographicspecific member organizations that coordinate free airline and reduced priced ambulatory services for those receiving targeted medical treatment. 877-621-7177 www.aircharitynetwork.org Al Bahr Shriners Philanthropic organization raises money for children needing treatment for orthopedic, burn and spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate care in hospitals around the country. 5440 Kearny Mesa Rd. SD, 92111 858-292-0092 www.albahrshrine.org
Angel Flight Provides free transportation for medical treatment for people who cannot afford it or cannot tolerate typical travel for health reasons. 918-749-8992 www.angelflight.com Corporate Angel Network, Inc. Gives patients with cancer and financial need (and their caregiver) available seats on corporate aircraft to travel for treatments. Not for those who cannot walk, are on life support systems or require medical attention during the flight. 866-328-1313 www.corporateangelnetwork.org Healing the Children-Southern California Chapter Works with local social service groups to help children secure medical assistance that may be beyond more limited missions of other groups and social services. Woodland Hills, CA 619-453-8174 www.healingthechildren.org Miracle Flights for Kids Organization that provides flights for seriously ill children with financial need to receive medical care and second opinions. 800-359-1711 www.miracleflights.org
MEDICATIONS (REDUCED COST OR FREE) Needymeds, Inc. Anonymous and free financial assistance with medication or healthcare. www.needymeds.org Patient Assistance.com, Inc. Helps uninsured patients get free medication. www.patientassistance.com Partnership for Prescription Assistance Helps find companies and agencies that provide free prescription medications to physicians whose patients don’t have access to necessary medicines. www.pparx.org
Rx Assist Comprehensive database helps people learn ways to use pharmaceutical company programs and other resources to help reduce medication costs simply by entering the name of the medication. www.rxassist.org
assistance, parenting classes and support groups and more. 3487 Santo Rd. SD, 92124 858-496-0044 www.saysandiego.org/ program/healthy-start-militaryfamilyesource-center
RxHope List of programs that are offered by federal, state and nonprofit organizations for free or reduced medications. 877-267-0517 www.rxhope.com
Little Roots Community Garden Toddlers plant, water and learn about healthy eating. All foods grown are shared with participating children and families. 3487 Santo Rd. SD, 92124 858-496-0044
MILITARY SPECIFIC Armed Services YMCA Family outreach and support for Exceptional Family Members. 3293 Santo Rd., SD, 92124 858-751-5755 www.asymca.org Dads Corps Six-week program in which military and civilian dads of kids 2+ discuss the Fatherhood Pillars of Parenting, enjoy free meals and activities. Miller Elementary School 4343 Shields St. SD, 92124 858-496-0053 Family Yoga Free military family yoga classes. Sign up on the REMIND app to register. 3487 Santo Rd. SD, 92124 858-496-0053 First 5 First Steps Free, in-home family support program serving expectant and new parents. Offers home visits from pregnancy to age 3, parent support and resources and health, safety and nutritional information as part of the Healthy Start SAY/Military Family Resource Center. 858-810-8258 Healthy Start Military Family Resource Center Serves active duty, transitioning, and veteran military personnel and their families by offering resources for food, housing, counseling, financial
Marine Corps Exceptional Family Member Program Helps Marine military families with special needs. 3602 Hochmuth Ave., MCRD Bldg 6 East, SD, 92140-5290 619-524-0916 (Administration) www.usmc-mccs.org/services/ family/exceptional-family-member Military Child Education Coalition Resources to insure inclusive educational opportunities for all military connected children. 254-953-1923 www.militarychild.org/ resources/exceptional-needs Military One Source (DOD Special Needs Parent Toolkit) Comprehensive information and tools that help military families with special needs navigate medical and special education services, community support, benefits and entitlements. www.militaryonesource.mil/efmp Military Parent Advocacy Mentor and Navigator Program (MPAMN) Teaches parents how to advocate for Autistic and developmentally disabled children with the goal of serving as mentors to military families. Also teaches legislative change and policy shifts. Three-session training in L.A. includes classroom lectures, breakfast and childcare. 323-291-7100 www.snnla.org/programs/ military-parent-advocacy-mentorand-navigator-program-mpamn
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