Community/Municipal Services

Results: 80

• Adoption Records (1)
  DF-7000.0100

  Adoption Records

  DF-7000.0100
  
  Programs that maintain and, where appropriate, provide copies of records which document that the parental rights and duties of an individual's birth parents have been terminated and assigned to his or her adoptive parents.
• Adoption Services (1)
  PH-0300

  Adoption Services

  PH-0300
  
  Programs that participate in arranging permanent homes under new legal parentage for individuals whose birth parents are unable or unwilling to provide for their care. Included are programs that provide counseling and assistance for people who decide to relinquish their children for adoption or arrange for an independent adoption; which recruit, select, counsel and match suitable adoptive parents with children who have been relinquished; which assist in the adoption of stepchildren, adults or foreign-born children; which provide foster care for children who have been relinquished for adoption but not yet placed; and/or which assist people who are adopted to locate their birth parents and birth parents to locate the children they relinquished.
• AIDS/HIV Control (1)
  JP-1500.1700-050

  AIDS/HIV Control

  JP-1500.1700-050
  
  Programs that attempt to control the occurrence of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), a group of symptoms (including certain infections and/or cancers) that collectively characterize the condition and are the result of a weakening of the immune system caused by infection with HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus). Activities include surveillance of the occurrence of the disease in the community, investigation of individual cases, and development of case histories and other interventions that will help to increase the medical establishment's understanding of the causes of the diseases and potential methods of prevention and cure. AIDS control activities are often initiated by local HIV prevention planning groups that are responsible for developing needs assessments and planning long and short-term strategies specific to target communities as determined by the studies.
• Animal Adoption (3)
  PD-7600.0100

  Animal Adoption

  PD-7600.0100
  
  Programs that place stray and homeless domestic pets with people who are willing to provide for their care; find homes for wild burros, horses or other animals who are being removed from their natural environment; or place retired race horses, show horses, greyhounds and other animals when their racing or show careers have come to an end. Included are websites where animals available for adoption can be listed.
• Animal Control (1)
  PD-0700.0400

  Animal Control

  PD-0700.0400
  
  Programs that pick up and impound or return to their owners domestic animals who have strayed from their homes. Also included are programs that enforce leash laws and animal sanitation ordinances and those that handle complaints regarding domestic animals who have bitten someone or are otherwise making nuisances of themselves. Most animal control programs are unable to handle nuisance wildlife unless the animal is sick or shows symptoms of rabies.
• Animal Licenses (1)
  PD-0700.0600

  Animal Licenses

  PD-0700.0600
  
  Programs that issue licenses for domestic animals who are subject to regulation. Annual licensing is required for dogs of a specified age (rabies certificates are usually required) and, frequently, for equines (horses, mules, ponies, donkeys, burros) who reside in some areas. Optional identification tags are available for cats and are usually valid for the lifetime of the animal. Licensing fees are usually reduced for neutered dogs or dogs who are certified by a veterinarian as being unable to reproduce; dog guides may receive permanent licenses for a very nominal fee. In many jurisdictions, special licenses may be required for people keeping exotic pets (e.g. tigers, wolves) that may require special conditions and/or pose a possible risk to the public if not properly secured.
• Animal Shelters (3)
  PD-7600.0600

  Animal Shelters

  PD-7600.0600
  
  Programs that provide protection and care for unwanted pets or stray animals, and hold them for a specified period of time to provide an opportunity for owners to claim them prior to offering them for adoption. Included are shelters that euthanize the animals if not adopted within a specified amount of time, as well as "no kill" shelters that will keep the animals until they are adopted.
• Boys/Girls Clubs (1)
  PS-9800.1000

  Boys/Girls Clubs

  PS-9800.1000
  
  Programs that provide a wide range of supervised recreational activities and delinquency prevention services for children and youth of all ages and backgrounds, but particularly for disadvantaged youth, through membership in boys and/or girls clubs. Club members are entitled to use recreational facilities and may have access to counseling, tutorial services, employment assistance, gang programs, drug abuse and alcoholism prevention and other activities and services that direct their energies toward positive social goals and facilitate healthy personality development.
• Building Inspection (2)
  TE-1000.1000

  Building Inspection

  TE-1000.1000
  
  Programs that are responsible for inspecting homes and other structures to ensure that they meet building codes and standards.
• Burial Benefits (1)
  NS-1000

  Burial Benefits

  NS-1000
  
  Public programs that pay a portion of the funeral expenses of individuals who qualify, i.e., persons entitled to Social Security and/or veteran benefits.
• Business Assistance Centers (1)
  TB-0900.0600

  Business Assistance Centers

  TB-0900.0600
  
  One-stop centers that provide information about business registration and incorporation; one-on-one business counseling; customized training; information about enterprise and empowerment zones for tax credits; access to government contracts; access to credit and financing resources; minority business development assistance; small business loan information; loan form preparation assistance; technical assistance on market research, marketing plans and business plans; and other support services for business owners and employers.
• Business Assistance Services (2)
  TB-0900.0650

  Business Assistance Services

  TB-0900.0650
  
  Programs that provide information, technical assistance, training, contract acquisition assistance and other types of services that support the start-up, competitiveness and growth of local businesses.
• Business Financing (5)
  TB-0900.1000

  Business Financing

  TB-0900.1000
  
  Programs that provide venture capital, loans or grants or other forms of financial support for individuals or groups who want to establish or expand the operation of a business.
• Certificates/Forms Assistance (1)
  FT-1020

  Certificates/Forms Assistance

  FT-1020
  
  Programs that help people obtain, complete and/or file official forms, certificates, documents, applications or other paperwork that is required to apply for benefits or services, initiate or respond to legal action or to officially handle or document the occurrence of a transaction; that help people acquire copies of official documents on file elsewhere; or that review legal documentation an individual has received to help explain its meaning.
• Chambers of Commerce (1)
  TN-1000.1500

  Chambers of Commerce

  TN-1000.1500
  
  Local associations of business people, either operating their own companies or employed in organizations, who have organized to promote the welfare of their community (city, county, town, township or other locale), especially its commercial interests. Chambers of commerce direct their efforts to promoting the common economic interests of all the commercial enterprises within a locality rather than focusing on a particular industry, usually have an elected board of directors, and do their work through committees. They encourage the growth of new businesses, provide assistance to new firms seeking to locate in the community, advocate for actions that promote tourism and benefit the regional economy and serve as a voice for the business community at local and state levels. Member benefits may include publicity and advertising opportunities in vehicles such as member directories, visitor's guides and a community calendar; ribbon cutting ceremonies and grand openings for new establishments; business expos; job fairs; small business counseling; business seminars; member referrals; member-to-member discounts; health and other insurance; and a variety of social activities.
• Charitable Gambling Permits (1)
  DF-7000.1390

  Charitable Gambling Permits

  DF-7000.1390
  
  Programs that issue permits which provide written authorization for bona fide charitable agencies, civic organizations, volunteer groups, fraternal and veteran's groups, senior citizen organizations or other legally-approved organizations to operate bingo games or other small games of chance as a fundraising activity.
• Child Care Centers (4)
  PH-1250.1400

  Child Care Centers

  PH-1250.1400
  
  Programs that are licensed to provide supervised care within designated facilities for children during some portion of a 24-hour day. Staff for approved day care centers must meet defined educational requirements; the program must ensure specified adult/child ratios; and the facility must meet building, fire and zoning codes. Services may include recreational and developmental activities and snacks and/or meals, as appropriate.
• Christmas Baskets (5)
  PH-2950.1500-120

  Christmas Baskets

  PH-2950.1500-120
  
  Programs, generally supported by donations from the community, that attempt to facilitate enjoyment of the Christmas season by low-income community residents through distribution of food baskets which usually contain a ham, turkey or other meat and all of the trimmings for a Christmas dinner (or vouchers to purchase these items) and occasionally gifts for children or other family members.
• Construction/Development Permits (2)
  TE-1000.1500

  Construction/Development Permits

  TE-1000.1500
  
  Programs that issue permits which authorize the preparation of building sites; the construction of buildings, carports, garages, retaining walls and other structures; and the installation of wiring, plumbing, heating, air conditioning and other necessary equipment and appliances.
• Consumer Complaints (1)
  DD-1500

  Consumer Complaints

  DD-1500
  
  Programs that provide mechanisms through which consumers can register complaints regarding specific problems they are having with consumer goods and services, and obtain assistance in achieving a satisfactory resolution.
• County Government Departments/Offices (1)
  TD-0300.1300

  County Government Departments/Offices

  TD-0300.1300
  
  Divisions of county governments that are responsible for overseeing the delivery of designated services to the public and managing other county government functions.
• Cruelty to Animals Investigation (2)
  PD-7600.1500

  Cruelty to Animals Investigation

  PD-7600.1500
  
  Programs that investigate reports of cruelty to animals, intervene in these situations and, when warranted, remove animals who have been abused or neglected and initiate legal proceedings against abusive owners.
• Day Camps (3)
  PL-6400.1500-180

  Day Camps

  PL-6400.1500-180
  
  Programs that provide creative recreational experiences in cooperative indoor and/or outdoor group living for children, usually age four to 13, or adults who are transported to the site each morning and who return to their homes at the end of each day. Transportation may be provided by the program or may be the responsibility of the family.
• Death Related Records/Permits (1)
  DF-7000.1700

  Death Related Records/Permits

  DF-7000.1700
  
  Programs that issue, maintain and, where appropriate, provide access to or copies of documents that relate to an individual's death.
• Donation Drop Off Points (1)
  TI-1900

  Donation Drop Off Points

  TI-1900
  
  Organizations that establish central points where people can bring personal and household goods, office equipment and supplies and other items they wish to donate.
• Easter Baskets (1)
  PH-2950.1750-185

  Easter Baskets

  PH-2950.1750-185
  
  Programs, generally supported by donations from the community, that attempt to facilitate enjoyment of the Easter holiday by low-income community residents through distribution of Easter baskets which may contain the makings for a traditional Easter dinner (or vouchers to purchase these items) or which may be tailored for children of different ages and include packaged candy, small Easter toys, books, Easter egg coloring dye kits and other items appropriate for the occasion.
• Environmental Hazards Cleanup (2)
  JP-6500.1500

  Environmental Hazards Cleanup

  JP-6500.1500
  
  Programs that are responsible for eliminating pollutants, radiant or other energy or other substances from people's homes, yards or other environments once those materials have been identified as hazardous.
• Environmental Hazards Information (2)
  JP-6500.1900

  Environmental Hazards Information

  JP-6500.1900
  
  Programs that provide general information about specific environmental pollutants, associated safety hazards, testing procedures and measures for remediation.
• Expectant/New Parent Assistance (5)
  PH-6100.1800

  Expectant/New Parent Assistance

  PH-6100.1800
  
  Programs that provide educational and supportive services for new parents or those expecting a child, to prepare them on an emotional and practical level for the impact the newborn will have on their lives and relationships. Initial focus areas include healthy eating for the mother, danger signs in pregnancy, sibling preparation and being ready for labor and delivery, followed by practical information on basic infant care, newborn behaviors, baby supplies, bathing techniques, diapering, breastfeeding and other feeding options, as well as infant and childhood illnesses. Later topics may include walking, talking, toilet training and other aspects of child development, all to help ensure that infants and toddlers are nurtured, live in a safe environment and receive proper health care. Included are programs open to all as well those targeting special populations such as low income individuals or teenagers.
• Extended Child Care (4)
  PH-1250.1800

  Extended Child Care

  PH-1250.1800
  
  Child care centers, family child care homes, schools and recreation centers that provide supervised care for school-age children prior to the beginning and/or following the end of the school day, on school holidays and teacher work/conference days, during school breaks and, in some cases, during the summer when school is not in session in situation where their parents are working or otherwise engaged. While some extended day care programs provide a variety of activities for children in the program, they are not designed to provide specialty instruction such as art or music lessons, or organized sports.
• Family Preservation Programs (1)
  PH-2360.2350

  Family Preservation Programs

  PH-2360.2350
  
  Programs that provide a variety of short-term, intensive, home-based intervention services for families experiencing a crisis that is so severe that children are at imminent risk for placement outside the family setting. Services, which are aimed at ameliorating the underlying causes of family dysfunction, are generally time-limited, of fairly short duration and available on a 24-hour basis. Also included are other family preservation program models whose programs vary in terms of the population served, the level of intensity of services provided and the length of services. The objective of family preservation programs is to preserve the family as a unit and prevent unnecessary placement of the children in foster care, a group home, an inpatient substance abuse or mental health treatment program, a residential training school or other alternative living arrangement.
• Family Support Centers/Outreach (2)
  PH-2360.2400

  Family Support Centers/Outreach

  PH-2360.2400
  
  Programs that provide a wide variety of social services that are designed to support the healthy development of families, improve family interaction skills and help fragile families to resolve their problems at a pre-crisis stage before they become unmanageable. Services may be center-based or provided on an outreach basis to families who are initially reluctant to seek support and generally target the specific needs of a particular community. Included may be self-sufficiency programs which help families break the cycle of poverty by addressing the barriers to self-sufficiency; early child development and school success programs; programs which address the needs of teen parents; programs which target parents at risk for becoming abusive; programs for families with children who have special developmental needs and programs that focus on the maternal and child health care needs of first-time, expectant women whose babies are at high risk for low birth weight and infant mortality.
• Fishing Licenses (1)
  DF-7000.2200

  Fishing Licenses

  DF-7000.2200
  
  Programs that issue permits that provide written authorization for individuals to take fish from public waters during approved fishing seasons.
• Food Facility Licensing (1)
  DF-4500.2200

  Food Facility Licensing

  DF-4500.2200
  
  Programs that establish and enforce health and safety standards for restaurants and other facilities that prepare and serve food to the public, review applications for licenses, issue or deny licenses, inspect facilities for compliance with standards and/or revoke licenses or take disciplinary action for noncompliance.
• Foreclosure Records (1)
  DF-7000.2270

  Foreclosure Records

  DF-7000.2270
  
  Programs that maintain and, where appropriate, provide access to court and other official records relating to foreclosure. Included are lis pendens (written notices that a lawsuit has been filed involving the title to real property or a claim of ownership interest in it); and notices of default (formal notices to borrowers declaring that a default has occurred and that legal action may be pending). In states that require judicial foreclosure actions, lenders traditionally file a lis pendens to foreclose on a mortgage or deed-of-trust loan that is in default. A notice of default is used in states that follow non-judicial foreclosure laws.
• Foster Home Placement (1)
  PH-2400.1900

  Foster Home Placement

  PH-2400.1900
  
  Programs that link individuals who are in need of alternative living arrangements with appropriate private family homes that are licensed to provide foster care. Licensing requirements vary from state to state and, in some situations, licensing is not required at all. Programs that provide placement services for children and adults with disabilities are generally also responsible for recruiting, training, certifying and monitoring placements in family homes and for providing support for the family and the individual(s) with disabilities who live with them.
• Foster Parent/Family Recruitment (1)
  PH-2400.2000

  Foster Parent/Family Recruitment

  PH-2400.2000
  
  Programs that identify and enlist people who are willing to provide foster care for dependent children who have been removed from their homes because of abuse, neglect or abandonment and need an alternative family living arrangement, or for children or adults with developmental disabilities, sensory impairments, physical disabilities, emotional problems or multiple disabilities who are unable to live with their birth families or in an independent setting. Programs that recruit families to provide foster care for children and adults with disabilities are generally also responsible for training, certifying and monitoring placements in family homes and for providing support for the family and the individual(s) with disabilities who live with them.
• Furnaces (1)
  BM-3000.0500-230

  Furnaces

  BM-3000.0500-230
  
  Programs that pay for or provide new or reconditioned heating systems. Furnaces are powered by wood, coal, oil, propane, natural gas or electricity and pump heated air throughout a home or other building using a system of ducts. Some systems heat water which circulates through radiators. Included are programs that provide grants or loans for furnace replacement.
• Holiday Gifts/Toys (2)
  PH-2950.3200

  Holiday Gifts/Toys

  PH-2950.3200
  
  Programs, generally supported by donations from the community, that provide gifts such as clothing, toys and other items to help low income individuals and families, older adults, hospital patients and others celebrate any of the annual holidays.
• Home Gardening Assistance/Supplies (1)
  BD-2600.3000

  Home Gardening Assistance/Supplies

  BD-2600.3000
  
  Programs that provide information, technical assistance and support for individuals who want to grow their own produce in a home garden setting. Services may include consultation regarding planting times, soil care and preparation, produce selection and pest control; provision of materials such as seed, fertilizer, potting soil, sod, manure, composting worms and other gardening supplies; and information and guidance regarding harvesting.
• Home Maintenance and Minor Repair Services (3)
  PH-3300.2750

  Home Maintenance and Minor Repair Services

  PH-3300.2750
  
  Programs that provide assistance for people who need to do routine maintenance on their homes or make minor repairs.
• Home Rehabilitation Grants (4)
  BH-3000.3550-350

  Home Rehabilitation Grants

  BH-3000.3550-350
  
  Programs that provide cash assistance for people who need to make essential repairs to their homes in order to eliminate health or safety hazards or improve their security. Most grant programs cover major repairs, system upgrades and replacements (e.g., plumbing, heating or electrical systems) but not minor repairs. Age, income, disability or other eligibility requirements may apply.
• Home Rehabilitation Loans (5)
  BH-3000.3550-360

  Home Rehabilitation Loans

  BH-3000.3550-360
  
  Programs that provide loans for income-eligible people who want to repair or modify their homes or mobile homes to make them energy-efficient, attractive, safe and free of health hazards; or which help eligible individuals find loans for this purpose. Most loan programs cover major repairs, system upgrades and replacements (e.g., plumbing, heating or electrical systems) but not minor repairs. Included are conventional home rehabilitation loans, deferred loans (in which payments are deferred until the home is sold) and forgivable loans (in which all or a part of the loan is forgiven if the borrower resides in the home for a specified period of time). The forgiven part of a forgivable loan amounts to a contingent grant. If the borrower sells the home prior to the specified time period, all or part of the loan is due. A common variation is to have portions of the loan forgiven gradually over a period of years.
• Homemaker Assistance (1)
  PH-3300.3000

  Homemaker Assistance

  PH-3300.3000
  
  Programs that offer the services of trained homemakers who go into the homes of families whose routines have been disrupted by long or short-term illness, disability or other problems, and assume responsibility for routine household activities including menu planning, budgeting, shopping, child care, meal preparation, laundry and general household management including light housekeeping.
• Hunting Licenses (2)
  DF-7000.3000

  Hunting Licenses

  DF-7000.3000
  
  Programs that issue permits that provide written authorization for individuals to pursue, shoot, kill, capture, trap, snare or net game birds, game fowl or game animals during approved hunting seasons. Included are licenses for archery hunting using a bow and arrow; hunting with muzzle loading firearms, rifles, shotguns or handguns; crossbow hunting (which may be illegal in some jurisdictions); and trapping game using traps, deadfalls or other devices. Hunting license requirements vary from state to state and may include provisions for completion of hunting/trapping safety courses.
• Intensive Family Reunification Services (1)
  PH-2360.3300

  Intensive Family Reunification Services

  PH-2360.3300
  
  Programs that identify families with children in foster placement whose prospects for successful reunification are good, provide the array of supportive services needed by the family to attempt reunification, supervise visitation in the home by the child, oversee trial placement with the family and provide whatever home-based services are required to facilitate permanent reunification. Services may include mental health and substance abuse counseling, home management instruction, parenting skills development, stress management and tutoring.
• Land Deeds/Titles (1)
  DF-7000.8350-450

  Land Deeds/Titles

  DF-7000.8350-450
  
  Programs that issue, maintain on file, retrieve and, where appropriate, provide access to the official document that transfers ownership of land from one individual to another or which otherwise provides evidence of the individual's entitlement to the property.
• Land Use Planning and Regulation Bodies (1)
  TE-4520

  Land Use Planning and Regulation Bodies

  TE-4520
  
  State, regional and local government planning offices, commissions or committees that are responsible for enacting legislation that provides a legal framework for land development throughout the jurisdiction; developing regional or local general and specific/area plans for land use within their regional or local area; developing zoning ordinances, subdivision regulations and other land use controls; holding hearings which ensure proper public input to planning and development decisions; and reviewing and ruling on requests for zoning alterations and other variances from established land development ordinances.
• Land Use Planning and Regulation Services (1)
  TE-4525

  Land Use Planning and Regulation Services

  TE-4525
  
  Programs that are for responsible researching, establishing, maintaining and overseeing the implementation of general and specific/area plans for land use at regional, county, city and community levels; ensuring an appropriate level of community input during the planning process; regulating the current and future use of public and private lands through the establishment and enforcement of zoning regulations and other land use controls; and reviewing and ruling on requests for zoning alterations and other variances from established land development ordinances.
• Libraries (4)
  TJ-4400

  Libraries

  TJ-4400
  
  Facilities which house a collection of materials including books, manuscripts, journals, government documents and nonprint formats such as paintings, musical recordings, videotapes, films and data files on magnetic tape which are organized to provide physical, bibliographic and intellectual access to a targeted group of people and which generally make available staff to provide services and programs related to the information needs of the targeted group.
• Library Services (1)
  TJ-4500

  Library Services

  TJ-4500
  
  Libraries and other facilities that offer a range of activities and services which are designed to meet the information and learning needs of patrons and to facilitate their enjoyment of library resources. Included are reference services, programs which introduce and encourage reading, services which enable people who cannot access the facility to utilize library resources and special collections which provide access to a broad spectrum of general and specialized book and nonbook material as well as reading material in alternative formats.
• Local Officials Offices (4)
  TD-6600.4500

  Local Officials Offices

  TD-6600.4500
  
  The offices of individuals who have been appointed or elected to a town, city, county or other local public office for a specified tenure and who are thereby in a position to exercise that portion of the sovereign functions of government that are conferred on that office. Forty-eight of the 50 states have operational county governments. Connecticut and Rhode Island are divided into geographic regions called counties, but they do not have functioning governments. Alaska calls its counties boroughs and Louisiana calls them parishes. Cities and towns may also have other designations including townships, boroughs and villages.
• Marriage Licenses (1)
  DF-7000.5000

  Marriage Licenses

  DF-7000.5000
  
  Programs that issue permits, which are usually addressed to the minister or magistrate who is going to perform the ceremony, that provide written authorization for two people to marry. Also included are programs that maintain copies of marriage licenses and make copies available upon request.
• Mentoring Programs (1)
  PH-1400.5000

  Mentoring Programs

  PH-1400.5000
  
  Programs that provide companionship, guidance and/or role models for individuals who are disadvantaged because of age, income, physical or developmental disabilities or family environment.
• Neuter/Spay Services (1)
  PD-9000.6000

  Neuter/Spay Services

  PD-9000.6000
  
  Programs that surgically alter animals to prevent them from reproducing. "Spay" refers to the surgical removal of the ovaries, uterus and fallopian tubes of a female animal; "neuter" refers to the surgical removal of the testes of a male animal.
• Occupational Health and Safety (1)
  JP-6300

  Occupational Health and Safety

  JP-6300
  
  Programs that promote safe and healthy work environments which protect working people from illness and injury and ensure that risks to health and safety in the workplace (such as exposure to toxic chemicals, biological agents, excessive noise or vibration levels, ionizing radiation, mechanical dangers, heat, cold, work-related stress or unsanitary conditions) are identified and assessed, then eliminated or controlled. Activities may include occupational illness and injury surveillance studies; enforcement of laws that establish health and safety standards for the workplace which seek to eliminate or minimize the incidence of employment-related personal illness, injury or death of workers; education programs and consultation services for employers and employees that address overall health and safety issues as well as specific workplace risk factors; and development and implementation of effective on-site workplace health and safety programs which include policies and procedures, instruction and supervision of workers, reporting and investigation of incidents, workplace inspections, and strong management support and worker participation.
• Parenting Skills Classes (5)
  PH-6100.6800

  Parenting Skills Classes

  PH-6100.6800
  
  Programs that teach skills that enable parents to deal constructively and consistently with a broad spectrum of child rearing problems which may include sibling rivalry; school behavior and performance; poor self-esteem; shyness; drug use; sexual promiscuity; and the whole range of negative, acting-out behaviors including whining, temper tantrums, disobedience, insolence and destructiveness. Some parenting skills development programs utilize a step-by-step approach for managing specific problems and may incorporate application at home of techniques that were discussed and practiced in the classroom setting. Other programs may offer participatory family workshops which provide opportunities for parents and children to learn and practice methods for dealing with one another under the guidance of a trained facilitator. Most training programs teach the parent a particular way of talking and relating to their children that reinforces positive behaviors and communication and decreases negative behaviors while supporting the development of a relationship that is built on fairness, mutual caring and respect.
• Peer to Peer Networking (1)
  PH-1400.6500

  Peer to Peer Networking

  PH-1400.6500
  
  Programs that link individuals who have a particular disability or condition or have specific types of life experiences and are interested in meeting or corresponding with others who have similar disabilities, conditions or experiences for the purpose of information sharing and support.
• Personal Care (5)
  PH-3300.6500

  Personal Care

  PH-3300.6500
  
  Programs that offer the services of paraprofessional aides who provide assistance with personal hygiene (bathing, grooming and mouth care), clothing care, ambulation, seating, toileting, housekeeping (changing bed linens or other chores that are essential to the individual's health and comfort), food preparation and nutritional and environmental support for recently discharged hospital patients, elderly people and people with disabilities in their own homes or other settings. Personal care may also include supervision which involves cueing, reminding, prompting or directing daily activities, as needed, but does not include medical services.
• Personal Finances Administration (1)
  DM-6000

  Personal Finances Administration

  DM-6000
  
  Programs that help people develop a plan for managing their money and that assume responsibility for investing the funds and/or making the payments on the individual's behalf in accordance with the plan.
• Pet Care Services (1)
  PD-6250

  Pet Care Services

  PD-6250
  
  Programs that provide pet-related supplies or services which enable pet owners to acquire a pet and/or take care of their pet's needs.
• Printed Materials (2)
  TJ-6500.6700

  Printed Materials

  TJ-6500.6700
  
  Programs that distribute pamphlets, brochures, journals, monographs, manuals, booklets or other literature to increase the public's awareness of the need for or availability of services in a particular geographical or service area or for a particular target group; the causes, detection and treatment of a particular disease, disability or condition and means for its prevention; or specific social problems which affect the community and potential solutions. Included are downloadable publications and those that are distributed in printed format.
• Property Tax Information (1)
  DT-8700.6500

  Property Tax Information

  DT-8700.6500
  
  Programs that provide information and guidance for people who need to understand the property tax laws as they relate to individuals in their situation. Most states have provisions for property tax relief, but they vary widely in form. Some jurisdictions levy the tax and provide a true refund of all or a portion of the paid tax; some exempt the property altogether; some defer the property tax until after the death of the owner and then recoup the tax from the proceeds of the sale of the property; some have a blanket exemption in which all property owners over the age of 65 are exempt from all property taxes regardless of income; and some allow a tax credit to be applied toward the income tax for qualified property owners. In the latter situation, individuals not paying income tax may receive a refund of the property tax credit amount or no refund at all, depending on the tax laws of the jurisdiction. Most states determine eligibility for property tax relief by looking at combinations of age, income, disability and veteran status.
• Rabies Vaccinations (1)
  PD-9000.7000

  Rabies Vaccinations

  PD-9000.7000
  
  Programs that inoculate animals to prevent them from contracting rabies, an acute viral disease that attacks the nervous system of warm-blooded animals, is uniformly fatal when untreated, and can be transmitted with infected saliva, usually through the bite of a rabid animal.
• Scouting Programs (1)
  PS-9800.8500

  Scouting Programs

  PS-9800.8500
  
  Programs that provide opportunities for children and youth to develop individual and group initiative and responsibility, self-reliance, courage, personal fitness, discipline and other desirable qualities of character through participation in a wide range of organized recreational, educational and civic activities under the leadership of qualified adult volunteers. Troop members work on developing their skills in camping, swimming, citizenship, communication, conservation, cooking, community living, first aid and a wide variety of other areas, and usually earn merit badges when they have demonstrated mastery of the skills that are required for a particular activity.
• Sign Language Interpretation (1)
  PH-3500.8000

  Sign Language Interpretation

  PH-3500.8000
  
  Programs that offer the services of people who are proficient in sign language, one of a variety of communication systems in which hand and body movements represent words, ideas, objects, actions and other concepts, to help people who are deaf or have hearing impairments and hearing individuals communicate with one another. Included are programs for individuals who are proficient in American Sign Language (ASL), Quebec Sign Language (LSQ) as well as those who use systems like Signed Exact English (SEE), Conceptually Accurate Signed English (CASE) which involve manually coded English, signed French which involve manually coded French, cued speech in which words spoken by lips are supplemented by cues which aid speech reading, and oral transliteration in which words spoken by an individual are silently mouthed to the deaf person accompanied by appropriate facial expressions and gestures to facilitate conveyance of the information. Sign language interpreters interpret in two ways: voice-to-sign and sign-to-voice. Voice-to-sign means the interpreter is signing to the deaf person what the speaker is saying. Sign-to-voice means the interpreter is voicing to the hearing person what the deaf person is signing. Some individuals want an interpreter who can perform both roles. Others prefer to speak for themselves and limit the interpreter's role to signing to them.
• Small Business Development (1)
  TB-0900.8000-800

  Small Business Development

  TB-0900.8000-800
  
  Programs, usually provided by members of the business community, that offer technical assistance or other forms of management support for individuals or groups who want to establish or expand the operation of a small business enterprise or venture. Also included are organizations whose purpose is to protect the interests of small businesses and assure that they receive a fair share of government purchases, government contracts, subcontracts and sales of government property.
• Social Security Numbers (2)
  DF-7000.8250

  Social Security Numbers

  DF-7000.8250
  
  Programs that provide Social Security cards for people who need to register for employment, report their taxes and track their Social Security benefits. Also included are programs that replace Social Security cards when they are lost or stolen.
• Soil Contaminant Testing (1)
  JP-6500.1800-800

  Soil Contaminant Testing

  JP-6500.1800-800
  
  Programs that collect soil samples from areas of suspected contamination, test the soil samples for the presence of hazardous chemicals that are byproducts of industrial processes and determine whether the level of contamination is acceptable.
• Street/Sidewalk Use Permits (1)
  DF-7000.8295

  Street/Sidewalk Use Permits

  DF-7000.8295
  
  Programs that issue permits which provide written authorization for construction and property development, signs, street vendors, street performers, sidewalk cafes, sidewalk displays, carriage rides, parades and other special events, and other activities that involve the use of streets, sidewalks, parkways and other public property for private purposes.
• Tap Water Testing (1)
  JP-6500.1800-850

  Tap Water Testing

  JP-6500.1800-850
  
  Programs that conduct tests of the drinking water that is available to people in their homes or other buildings to detect the presence of hazardous chemicals or other pollutants, and to analyze water composition in terms of softness, odor, color and contaminants (including chemicals such as magnesium sulphate, sodium sulphate and sodium chloride) that, while harmless, affect taste. Tests may be conducted by the authority responsible for the water system or by independent companies. Also available are test kits which can be used in the home for this purpose.
• Tax Collection Agencies (1)
  DT-8500

  Tax Collection Agencies

  DT-8500
  
  Programs that are responsible for the determination, assessment and collection of taxes, special assessments and other monies that are owed to local, state and federal jurisdictions by taxpayers. These groups prepare analyses of taxes, tax characteristics and tax proposals that serve as the basis for tax policy; ensure that taxpayers have the most current information regarding their tax obligations and their rights; review tax returns; pursue unpaid taxes; and respond to complaints from taxpayers.
• Thanksgiving Baskets (2)
  PH-2950.8500-850

  Thanksgiving Baskets

  PH-2950.8500-850
  
  Programs, generally supported by donations from the community, that attempt to facilitate enjoyment of Thanksgiving by low-income community residents through distribution of food baskets which usually contain a ham, turkey or other meat and all of the trimmings for a Thanksgiving dinner (or vouchers to purchase these items).
• Volunteer Opportunities (16)
  PX

  Volunteer Opportunities

  PX
  
  Community organizations that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite knowledge, skills and experience who are willing to offer their services and work on a full or part-time basis without remuneration on projects or in positions that benefit the organization itself or the people it serves. Many agencies that provide volunteer opportunities also offer intensive training in the tasks that are required for the job.
• Volunteer Recruitment/Placement (2)
  PW-9000

  Volunteer Recruitment/Placement

  PW-9000
  
  Programs that identify individuals who have chosen to work on a full or part-time basis without remuneration in one of the human service fields and which systematically evaluate the skills, talents and personalities of recruited volunteers and match them with human service agencies that need voluntary support.
• Volunteer Service Programs (1)
  ND-9200

  Volunteer Service Programs

  ND-9200
  
  Programs that provide employment opportunities for people who are willing to volunteer their time at low wages (or without remuneration) to work on social and economic development, environmental improvement or public safety projects throughout the U.S. and developing countries.
• Voter Registration Offices (2)
  TQ-1800.9000

  Voter Registration Offices

  TQ-1800.9000
  
  Government offices that provide copies of voter registration applications and maintain official records of individuals who have exercised their right to participate in the election process by registering to vote. Included are the local Registrar of Voters offices and other government offices through which people can obtain and file their registration forms; and offices that are responsible for managing online voter registration. In order to qualify, people must be citizens; age 18 or older; and residents of the state, county/municipal district or precinct for at least 30 days. People are required to re-register if they change their names, their addresses or their party affiliations.
• Wraparound Facilitation/Community Support (1)
  PH-2360.9500

  Wraparound Facilitation/Community Support

  PH-2360.9500
  
  Programs that employ the Wraparound Facilitation model, a family centered, community-oriented, strengths based and highly individualized approach to meet the needs of children with complicated, multi-dimensional problems. The approach involves the development of a child and family team which creates and implements a wraparound plan that identifies a set of community services and natural supports to promote success, safety, and permanence in home, school and community. The Wraparound facilitator coordinates team meetings and ensures the team identifies and prioritizes goals, provides crisis and safety planning, and tracks the family's progress towards goal attainment. The family is prepared and supported as they transition from formal services to independence. While the major initiative to develop Wraparound Facilitation originated with the mental health system and has been particularly successful for children and adolescents with severe emotional and behavioral problems, the intervention is being employed in a number of other child service sectors including education, juvenile justice and child welfare.
• Y Facilities (3)
  PS-9800.9650

  Y Facilities

  PS-9800.9650
  
  Programs that provide for the spiritual, social, mental and physical development of children and youth and their families through a broad-based program which includes classes, recreational activities, fitness programs, leadership development opportunities, camping, youth clubs, parent-child programs, youth employment support services, cross-cultural exchange programs, community involvement opportunities and a variety of other activities that give participants a chance to develop a wide range of interpersonal relationships, strengthen family ties and to achieve a satisfying degree of personal growth.
• Youth Enrichment Programs (1)
  PS-9800.9900

  Youth Enrichment Programs

  PS-9800.9900
  
  Programs that offer a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.