Community Resources : Waldorf Seventh-day Adventist® Church Waldorf MD

Resources for Everyone

Nursing Home and Assisted Living Directory: At https://cnaclassesnearme.com/assisted-living-nursing-homes/ , you will find a compilation of all nursing homes and assisted living facilities across the United States to help individuals identify all available options in their geographic area. You can use the maps on the state pages to scroll to your region, or you can use the tables to search by city or zip code.
Addiction Treatment Lifeline - Addiction Guide is one of the only educational websites founded by a recovering addict, an addict's spouse, and a board-certified addiction doctor. Over 100,000 Americans have died of a drug overdose during the pandemic, and so we created this website with a clear mission - we want to save lives. Please click here for more information.
Resources for Preventing Memory Loss - The reasons behind memory loss can vary from person to person. For some, it may be due to natural signs of aging, while for others, it may be correlated with early signs of Alzheimer’s or dementia. Memory loss is common and can happen at multiple stages of life. Luckily, there are various exercises and brain games to improve working memory. Through this website, you will find information on the different ways to prevent memory loss, information on memory disorders, and additional resources to help spread awareness about memory loss prevention.
American Red Cross - As part of the Greater Chesapeake Region, the Southern Maryland Chapter provides life-saving services in Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties that include emergency disaster relief to local families and emotional and financial support to military families. For more than a century, the American Red Cross has worked to help people prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters.
Center for Abused Persons - A private non-profit agency dedicated to reducing the prevalence and impact of interpersonal violence within Charles County. CAP offers a broad range of services that aim to support adults and adolescents affected by intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and/or childhood sexual abuse. Services include 24-hour crisis hotline, individual counseling, victim advocacy, support groups, abuse intervention programming, and community education.
Charles County Homeless Services and Resource Guide (PDF) - Click here.
The Maryland Human Trafficking Task Force - The state's primary organization that works to prevent trafficking, protect victims by providing them with the services they need, prosecute traffickers, and partner with a variety of organizations to eradicate the scourge of human trafficking from our communities.

Support for Veterans

Guide on Veteran Business Loans. Veteran-owned businesses make up 9% of companies today, with that number only growing. That's why we created a guide covering everything veterans need to know about business and credit loans. It includes what qualifications a veteran needs to meet for a loan, different types of loans such as VA or SBA loans, tips on how to apply for loans, and additional financial resources for veterans. There's even an infographic outlining the loan pre-application checklist process. Please check out the link above.

Veterans Starting Small Businesses - Click here.

Technology Support

How to Negotiate with Your Cable Company - Do you feel you are paying too much for cable? You are probably not alone. Check out this website to learn more.
Privacy in the Digital Age - Check out what is at stake and how to protect yourself.
Privacy and Your Cell Phone - Click on this link to learn how to stay private and stay safe.

Maryland MedicareAdvantage Plans Information

Designed to be an all-in-one solution, Medicare Advantage Plans are offered by Medicare-approved private insurance companies. There are several types of Medicare Advantage Plans available, depending on your insurance provider and location. Learn the differences between these plans and how they affect your coverage so that you can make the right choice for your medical situation. Please click here for more information.

Mesothelioma Information

Mesothelioma Lawyer Center - Choosing the right legal representation for you and your family is crucial. It can also be overwhelming. At Mesothelioma Lawyer Center , we clear through the confusion on your behalf and connect you with highly respected mesothelioma lawyers near you.

Mesothelioma - Please click HERE for informational resources related to Mesothelioma.
Mesothelioma Veterans - www.mesotheliomavets.com/

Volunteer Opportunities

CATHERINE FOUNDATION Bilingual Volunteers Needed

Request for bilingual women volunteers that may have a day or two (or more) a month to help us out with our Spanish population. We have one very dedicated staff member Kathy Martin that sees clients 4 days a week every week and she desperately needs some help. Training will be provided but the main requirement is to be of good standing with the Church.

Interest and more information regarding this position can be sent to info@catherinefoundation.org or may call 301-932-8811 and ask Kathy Martin.

Resources for Senior Citizens

Independent Living vs. Assisted Living - These two types of senior living arrangements can be very similar, so it is important to understand what each facility offers before making a decision about where you or your loved one will live. For more information please click on the following link:
https://learn.financestrategists.com/finance-terms/independent-living-vs-assisted-living/
Nursing Home Abuse Guide - Nursing home abuse is a horrifying reality happening in our communities and affecting our senior citizens. When we place our elder loved ones in a nursing home, we expect staff members to treat them with dignity and respect. Unfortunately, that's not always the case. With over 15,000 nursing homes housing 1.7 million licensed beds across the United States as of 2016 and current residents totaling upwards of 1.3 million as of 2015, nursing homes and staff need to be held accountable for how they care for our older generations. Therefore, it's crucial to understand what nursing home abuse is, the different types of abuse, signs of abuse, and how to prevent it.

AssistedLivingToday.com (ALT) - ALT's mission is to help the disabled and elderly maximize their healthy years and age gracefully. With that in mind, ALT recently published a much-needed resource for the growing low-income senior population. To learn more, please click on the link below.
- Assisted Living Options for Low-Income Elders
- Senior Housing for Low-Income Residents
Caring.com - Based on conversations with community leaders across the US, many aging adults are unaware of the available care options and programs that can help maintain their independence and quality of life. So Caring.com created a free resource that provides information on topics like financial support and care options that are available in Waldorf. What Caring.com is most excited about is their comprehensive database of senior living communities which also includes thoughtful and honest reviews from residents in the community.
Mesothelioma Guide for Seniors - Mesothelioma Guide provides patients and their loved ones with resources, answers, and information over a wide spectrum of free assistance options. Please click here: (https://www.mesotheliomaguide.com/mesothelioma/) to learn how the Guide can help reach more seniors about the risk of mesothelioma, plus resources they can access.