GA - Little Rock, Arkansas

Why Hunger:

Free hotline where you can access information for local soup kitchens, food pantries, congregate meal sites, and government nutrition programs.

English Language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food/

Spanish language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food-es/

National Celiac Association:

Includes information for local resources and gluten-free food pantries.

https://nationalceliac.org/gluten-free-food-pantries/.

SNAP: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (food stamps)

Federally funded program administered at the state level

https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/divisions-shared-services/county-operations/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-snap/

CSFP: Commodity Supplemental Food Program

Eligible seniors receive a monthly food package tailored for their nutritional needs

Eligibility: Elderly that are at or below 130% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.

Apply: 800-948-3050

https://www.fns.usda.gov/csfp/commodity-supplemental-food-program

Meals on Wheels:

https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/

Mom’s Meals (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.momsmeals.com/

-Pre-made meals are available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.

-Usually shipped in batches of 10, 14, and 21 days.

-Can store up to 14 days in refrigerator.

-Costs range around <$8.00/meals. Discounts offered for bulk orders and veterans.

Magic Kitchen (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.magickitchen.com/
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf

-Most packages are priced at 2 to 4 servings.

-There are some single-serve options.

-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.

The Arkansas Foodbank Pantry Services

https://arkansasfoodbank.org/

Phone: 501-565-8121

Call to request monthly delivery of pantry and household items or help finding nutritional and social services

Arkansas Division of Aging & Adult Services
https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/divisions-shared-services/aging-adult-behavioral-health-services/

Phone: 501-682-2441

7th and Main Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
Assistance in gaining access to services

The Helping Hand of Greater Little Rock

https://www.lrhelpinghand.com/

Phone: 501-372-4338

1601 Marshall St.
Little Rock, AR 72216
Community food pantry and thrift shop.

The Stewpot
http://www.stewpot-littlerock.org/

Phone: 501-372-1804

800 Scott St.
Little Rock 72201
First Presbyterian Church
Monday - Friday 12:00 pm -1:00 pm Hot Lunch and The Clothes Closet

HEALTHCARE AND SCRIPT SAVINGS

Healthcare Assistance:

https://www.healthwellfoundation.org/

Rx Assistance:

https://www.needymeds.org/

https://www.goodrx.com/insurance/medicare

https://costplusdrugs.com/

Medicare Rx Assistance:

https://www.medicare.gov/plan-compare/#/pharmaceutical-assistance-program?lang=en&year=2023

https://www.medicare.gov/basics/costs/help/drug-costs

Insulin Assistance:

https://insulinhelp.org/

EyeCare America: eligible patients can receive a free eye exam plus a one year follow up for any condition diagnosed in the initial exam.

EyeCare America - American Academy of Ophthalmology (aao.org)

National Institute of Health: provides information for several organizations that can assist with eye exams, eyeglasses, and eye-related prescriptions.

Get Free or Low-Cost Eye Care | National Eye Institute (nih.gov)

National Ramp: provides information and resources for obtaining a ramp.

Ramp Resources | National Ramp Home Access

Paying for Senior Care: provides information for state assistance programs for Durable Medical Equipment.

State Assistance Programs for Durable Medical Equipment (payingforseniorcare.com)

EMERGENCY INT

Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (Veterans- press 1)

Adult Maltreatment Hotline: 800-482-8049

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

Hours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish, and 200+ through interpretation service

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

Crisis Services & Suicide Prevention: Dial 988

https://988lifeline.org/

ELDER CARE

Medical and Mental Health Assistance

River City Ministry

https://www.rivercityministry.org/

Phone: 501- 376-6694

1021 Washington

North Little Rock AR 72115

Medical, dental, and vision services by appointment

Recipients must call for an appointment.

Eligibility: Adults without insurance, Medicare, or VA benefits & income 200% below poverty. Pulaski Co residents are eligible for dental services, call for screening.

Baptist Health Community Clinic outreach at The Stewpot

http://www.stewpot-littlerock.org/

Phone: 501- 372-1804

Medical services

First Presbyterian Church

800 Scott St.

Little Rock 72201