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  • Maryland Department of Health and Hygiene provides a resource directory search on their website. Search by provider name, location, level of care, population served, additional services, or whether a facility is funded by the state government.
  • ADRC is a non-profit corporation that provides substance abuse treatment and supportive services. They operate a number of facilities including a residential facility for substance-abusing pregnant and post-partum women, an intermediate-residential substance abuse treatment facility, the Outpatient Counseling Center and the alternate living center for chronic substance-abusing homeless males.
  • The Alcohol Diversion Program addresses underage possession and consumption of alcohol by strengthening personal decision-making and family communication. Teens and their parents participate in eight hours of training on the effects of drugs and alcohol use. The program also offers a similar service for young adults (18-22) which does not require parental involvement. The Second Offender Program is a 24-hour program that is held over a period of 12 weeks. Participants are able to look at their use/abuse in a more in-depth way.
  • 1-800-562-1240
    The Alcohol/Drug 24-Hour Help Line (ADHL) is a confidential, Washington State-wide telephone service providing assistance, guidance and referrals for people with alcohol and other drug-related problems.
  • The Alexander County Health Department offers a variety of services, including maternal care, children's health services, a dental clinic, immunizations and more.
  • This emergency medical programis intended for non-U.S. citizens who are children, parents or relatives caring for a child, or age 65 or older, disabled or blind, and experiencing a medical emergency. This site explains eligibility, defines a medical emergency, and links to an application.
  • ALLKids is a low-cost comprehensive health insurance program for children under age 19. Upon enrollment, it provides quality medical care including preventive, dental and eye care, precription coverage, hospitalization and mental health and substance abuse services.
  • The health department provides wellness and preventive medical services as well as pediatric dental care.
  • The Alliance for Lung Cancer is the only national not-for-profit organization dedicated exclusively to patient support and advocacy for people living with lung cancer or those at risk for the disease. Programs include a Lung Cancer Information Line and a peer phone buddy program.
  • Serves people with HIV/AIDS and their families through direct services such as providing transportation to medical appointments, providing housing and skilled nursing services. Client Services are offered in Raleigh, Durham and Carrboro.
  • The ALS Association provides patient and community services, public education, advocacy and assistance, including medical insurance counseling, claims and financial assistance in some chapters. This site is a good place to look for ALS-related clinical trials.
  • AltaMed Health Services provides health and dental care to individuals in Southern California. The website lists locations and contact information for seven clinic sites in greater Los Angeles county.
  • The Community Health Centers offer accessible and affordable healthcare for low-income and medically underserved populations in Santa Clara County. Their services include general family practice, medical and dental care, prenatal care, nutritional counseling, health education, and prevention, counseling, mental health, and community outreach.
  • The Alzheimer's Association Greater Wisconsin Chapter offers many services, including a toll-free helpline that offers information and emotional support to callers regarding Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, family consultation services, education for persons affected by dementia, advocacy services, diagnostic information, and support groups.
  • This site provides information on the Alzheimer's Association Aloha Chapter, which provides information on the disease, support with managing the disease, information on available programs and services, and access to emerging research and treatment information.
  • The purpose of the Alzheimer's Association is to help families cope with all aspects of the disease through information, education, support, and advocacy.
  • This organization offers information and referral services to patients and families including a 24-hour helpline and support groups.
  • The Alzheimer's Association nationwide network of chapters offers a broad range of programs and services for people with the disease, their families and care partners, and professional care providers. Among the many services are assistance finding appropriate care locally, housing for seniors, and a 24-hour hotline for support and assistance, 1-800-272-3900.
  • The Alzheimer's Association provides patient and family support to those affected by the disease, educates the public, families and professionals who care for or interact with people who have Alzheimer's disease, advocates for improved public policy and needed legislation, supports research into the cause, prevention, treatment and cure for the disease. The 24 hour HELPLINE provides trained volunteers that are available for support, information and reassurance to caregivers.
  • The American Health Assistance Foundation provides on this website links to agencies and programs providing financial assistance and resources for the continued care and support of the Alzheimer's patients and their caregivers.
  • The AFCSP offers support and services for the financially eligible families and caretakers of those with irreversible dementia. Services include in-home help, respite care, adult day care and transportation, while goods provided have included nutritional supplements, security systems, specialized clothing, home delivered meals, hobby equipment and chair lifts. Goods and services vary by county.
  • This site provides general information to the public about ophthalmology. Visitors can search for eye doctors by location or subspecialty by using the "Find an Eye M.D." link.
  • This website provides information about brain tumors, treatment options, clinical trials and living with a brain tumor. It also provides a broad variety of social work resources and services.
  • The American Cancer Society's services include patient support groups throughout the U.S., and in some states medical insurance advice and claims assistance. This site is a great resource for information about cancer.
  • The ACPA provides a support system for those suffering with chronic pain through education and self-help group activities. This site also has information about managing and coping with chronic pain.
  • The ACLU Lesbian and Gay Rights and AIDS project provides legal services to individuals who have been denied access to healthcare or discriminated against in a health care environment because of sexual orientation or HIV/AIDS status.
  • ADA offers a free search of member dentists by specialty, location or name.
  • Key resources of the The American Diabetes Association include a national hotline, 1-800-Diabetes (1-800-342-2383), and local chapters, which in some states offer support groups, financial assistance and medical insurance counseling for their clients.
  • The AHA provides extensive informational resources on heart disease for patients, as well as support groups, claims assistance and counseling with medical insurance.
  • The American Kidney Fund is the leading source of direct financial aid to chronic kidney disease patients across the nation. Their grants cover a variety of needs including health care premiums, drug co-pays, transportation, medication, and durable medical supplies.
  • ALF is the nation's leading nonprofit organization promoting liver health and disease prevention. ALF provides research, education and advocacy for those affected by liver-related diseases, including hepatitis. Their site provides information and resources for patients and their families as well as healthcare professionals. The organization has chapters across the country helping surrounding communities become involved and aware of liver disease.
  • This association offers programs and support groups for people with lung disease, stop smoking clinics, camp for kids with asthma, and other resources. The ALA also plays an important role in advocating to fight lung disease.
  • ALA fights lung disease in all its forms, with special emphasis on asthma, tobacco control and environmental health. Through its local chapters the ALS is able to provide medical insurance counseling, claims assistance and financial assistance.
  • The American Lung Association is solely to lung health issues. It is Kentucky's oldest voluntary nonprofit health organization. The American Lung Association of Kentucky has identified asthma and tobacco control as two priority program areas, and they address these priorities through education, advocacy and medical research.
  • The American Lyme Disease Foundation is a national organization with local affiliates. ALDF's services include identification of support groups, a physician referral service, and free brochures on lyme disease.
  • The Ames Free Clinic offers non-emergency medical care on a first-come first-served basis. The clinic's location and hours of operation are listed on the website.
  • amfAR is one of the world's leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to the support of AIDS research, HIV prevention, treatment education, and the advocacy of sound AIDS-related public policy. An important extension of amfAR's research mission is the translation and dissemination of the new knowledge about treatment and prevention that emanates from AIDS research.
  • The Ammonoosuc Community Health Services offers affordable primary health care services, immunizations, maternity health services, prescription drug assistance, prenatal care, women's health, chronic disease management including diabetes, heart disease and depression, mental health services, and dental services. They have offices in Littleton, Woodsville, Warren, Whitefield and Franconia. Their clinic staff will work to find a payment solution.
  • The Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center offers services including dental care, HIV testing, family planning, screening for heart disease, diabetes, cancer and other chronic disease, and more. They serve people with Medicaid, Medicare, public and private insurance, as well as the uninsured. Fees are based on a sliding scale.
  • This site lists local resources available in Maine. Every resource has a direct link to their home page, which is where you will find out about the program, fees and financial assistance.
  • Anson County Health Department offers adult and children's health services to the community.
  • Appleton Dental Plan is a discount dental plan, which gives members discounted fees from participating dentists that are significantly lower than those customarily charged. The Appleton Dental Plan membership also provides access and discounts to a nationwide network of optical locations such as Eye Masters and Pearle Vision.
  • The Actors Fund has collaborated with Actors' Equity to create a single reliable directory of primary care doctors, specialists and other health care providers to be used by touring theater companies, local theatres and other live performance venues. This directory includes office locations, hours, fees, participation in health insurance plans, availability for emergency situations and/or backstage visits, and willingness to offer performers and theatre personnel fast appointments and expedited follow-up.
  • This page contains lists of facilities approved by the state of Montana. Facilities include adult day care and long term care facilities, mental health and substance abuse facilities, and hospitals.
  • Indiana's Area Agencies on Aging provide case management and information and referral to various services for persons who are aging or developmentally disabled. To apply for services, or to report suspected Medicare fraud or abuse, contact the local AAA, all of which are listed on this site.
  • Adults Agencies on Aging provide in- and out-of-home services to older Texans to help them remain in their own homes or communities. Services include: nutrition counseling, home-delivered and congregate meals, in-home assistance, transportation, senior centers that can help with employment and health services, benefits counseling/legal assistance, care coordination, and volunteer opportunities. Additionally, a nursing home ombudsman is available to seniors in long-term care facilities to answer questions and ensure good care and quality of life.
  • Area Agences on Aging promote independence and dignity among seniors and persons with disabilities, and provide services and information. This page lists contact information for all Area Agencies on Aging and Disability Services offices in the state.
  • This site has an interactive map of Michigan with the AAA regions in different colors that can be used to search for services and agencies located within the region. Select your county on the map for more details of services offered.
  • To find a suitable group home, search by type of care facility. This site lists assisted living facilities, behavioral health facilities, child care facilities and group homes, group homes for the developmentally disabled, long term care facilities, and medical facilities, with ratings when available.
  • This site provides links to approved adult care homes and services licensed in Arizona as well as guides to selecting caregivers.

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LINC City and Regional Health Care Guides

AHIRC has written brief guides on getting affordable health care and insurance in cities around the country. These guides outline health insurance options in a practical Q & A format, and include links to pertinent websites and contact information for selected clinics and pharmacies.