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Patients counting on blood donors as shortage continues | October 26, 2021
(Oct. 26, 2021) – With Thanksgiving and the holidays approaching, the American Red Cross urges donors to continue to make and keep appointments now and in the weeks ahead to help overcome the ongoing emergency blood shortage that has significantly impacted the nation’s blood supply. In fact, the current blood supply is the lowest the Red Cross has seen this time of year in more than a decade.
HAPCAP'S Winter Crisis Program Begins November 1, 2021
(GLOUSTER, OH) - The Winter Crisis Program at Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) will begin Monday, November 1, 2021. Residents of Hocking, Athens, and Perry Counties may now schedule their appointments by calling (740) 868-1908.
Introduction to Beekeeping | November 10, 2021
Central State University Extension Extension is holding an Introduction to Beekeeping class on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Hocking College - Perry Campus - New Lexington, Ohio.
Perry County Free Legal Clinic | November 2, 2021
The Perry County Ohio Free Legal Clinic offers FREE legal advice to income eligible individuals who cannot afford private counsel. Attorneys can only give legal advice, they cannot represent you in court. Those unvaccinated must wear masks.
Deadline Approaching for Expanded Child Tax Credit Application | November 15, 2021
(GLOUSTER, OH) – The deadline is fast-approaching for families seeking to access the Expanded Child Tax Credit (CTC). The American Rescue Plan, which passed in March, temporarily increased the CTC to provide monthly payments to families with children ($250 for children under age 6 and $300 for children ages 6-17). Nearly all families with children are eligible. The deadline to apply for 2021 is November 15th. Individuals can complete a simplified tax return at GetCTC.org in order to receive their payments.
Please Support Perry County Ohio Governor's Imagination Library | August 23, 2021
The Governor’s Imagination Library, in partnership with the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, along with local sponsorship from the Ludowici Foundation, United Way, the Perry County Community Foundation, and local donors like you can keep this program available for all children (birth to age 5) in Perry County, Ohio.
Southeast Ohio Foodbank Hosting Weekly On-site Food Distributions | October, November, December 2021
LOGAN, OH –The Southeast Ohio Foodbank, a program of Hocking Athens Perry Community Action, is hosting an on-site food distribution for income-eligible residents of its 10 county service area. Starting on October 13th, the first four weeks of the distributions will be held on Wednesdays. After November 3, the distributions will be held every Tuesday through the end of the year. Those interested in receiving food can stop in from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Perry County Park District Board Meeting | October 18, 2021
The Perry County Ohio Park District Board of Park Commissioners announces that the October meeting will be held on Monday, October 18, 2021 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Shawnee Village Hall - Shawnee, Ohio.
Hemlock Trunk-or-Treat on Main Street | October 23, 2021
The Hemlock Community Church and the Village of Hemlock, Ohio present Trunk-or-Treat on Main Street on Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
The Perfect Pour Coffee Cart in the Perry County Courthouse
The Perfect Pour Coffee Cart offers coffee, tea, hot chocolate, snacks, and muffins weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on the first floor of the Perry County Ohio Courthouse - New Lexington, Ohio.
Annual Drive Thru Flu Shot Clinic | October 13, 2021
The Perry County Ohio Health Department staff and volunteers, with the cooperation of various other Perry County agencies and community partners, will hold their Annual Drive Thru Flu Shot Clinic and Medication Drop Off this year on Wednesday, the 13th of October 2021, from 1:00 pm until 6:00 pm. at the Perry County Fairgrounds - New Lexington, Ohio.
Emergency blood and platelet shortage: Red Cross supplies drop to lowest post-summer levels since 2015
(Sept. 27, 2021) — The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood and platelet shortage and must collect 10,000 additional blood products each week over the next month for the blood supply to recover and meet hospital and patient needs. Donors of all blood types – especially type O – and platelet donors are urged to make an appointment to give now and in the weeks ahead to overcome this current shortage.
Perry County Free Legal Clinic | October 5, 2021
The Perry County Ohio Free Legal Clinic offers FREE legal advice to income eligible individuals who cannot afford private counsel. Attorneys can only give legal advice, they cannot represent you in court. Those unvaccinated must wear masks.
Residents North of West Broadway New Lexington will be experiencing little to no water pressure due to a water line leak | September 28, 2021 *** REPAIRED ***
Residents North of West Broadway New Lexington Ohio will be experiencing little to no water pressure due to a water line leak - 3:00 p.m., September 28, 2021. Updates will be provided as they become available. *** 9/29/2021 10:45 a.m. UPDATE - The leak has been repaired. There is now a precautionary boil advisory. *** BOIL ADVISORY - LIFTED September 30, 2021
Garlic Production for the Home Gardener | October 12, 2021
OSU Perry Extension is holding a free Garlic Production for the Home Gardener class on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Extension Office - New Lexington, Ohio.
Food Distribution Scheduled at Perry County Fairgrounds | October 6, 2021
(New Lexington, OH) – On October 6th from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) will be hosting a food distribution at the Perry County Fairgrounds. Food items will be given to families who are residents of Perry County and within 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Food items will be sourced and distributed by the Southeast Ohio Foodbank, a HAPCAP program.
Blue Blaze Run and Hike | October 1 - 2, 2021
Buckeye Trail Association is holding their Blue Blaze Run and Hike on Friday, October 1, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, October 2, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. starting at the Tecumseh Theater - Shawnee, Ohio.
COVID-19 Home Test Kits Now Available at the Perry County District Library | March 4, 2021
COVID-19 home test kits are now available at the Perry County Ohio District Library. In partnership with the Ohio Department of Health, ALL LOCATIONS of the Perry County District Library will distribute FREE, at-home COVID-19 test kits.
Team Members Needed for Perry County American Red Cross Disaster Action Team | September 2021
Team members are needed for the Perry County American Red Cross Disaster Action Team.
Smoke Alarms Save Lives | September 2021
Did you know that if a fire starts in your home, you may have just two minutes to escape? Call 1-844-207-4509 to request your free home safety visit and smoke alarm installation. Brought to you by the American Red Cross and by State Farm.
Become a Red Cross Volunteer Today - Turn Compassion Into Action
Become a Red Cross Volunteer Today - Turn Compassion Into Action. Volunteers urgently needed for the following positions in your community: Office or Virtual Support Volunteer, Disaster Action Team Member, Blood Donor Ambassador, Disaster Preparedness Presenter.
Volunteers Urgently Needed for Blood Donor Ambassador in Perry County | September 2021
Strive to help people help people: become a Perry County Ohio American Red Cross Blood Donor Ambassador.
Red Cross initiative aims to increase blood availability for patients with sickle cell disease | September 16, 2021
Sept. 16, 2021 — When patients living with sickle cell disease face a sickle cell crisis, blood transfusions can make a lifesaving difference. That’s why the American Red Cross has launched an initiative to grow the number of blood donors who are Black to help patients with sickle cell disease, an enduring and often invisible health disparity in the U.S.
Become a volunteer with the American Red Cross | September 2021
Help provide hope and comfort when disaster strikes. Become a volunteer with the American Red Cross. Join us for a virtual information session to learn more about becoming a disaster relief volunteer. Volunteers are needed to train now and be ready to deploy: Shelter Service Associate, Disaster Health Services, and Recovery Worker.
Perry County OSU Extension SNAP-ED Recipe | August 2021
SNAP-Ed August 2021 Recipe - Pasta Primavera. Load up your garden veggies in this healthy light pasta dish. Using frozen mixed vegetables or frozen stir fry vegetables are a time saver and budget friendly tip for enjoying this recipe in the winter.
Employers Wanted for Internship/Hiring Event | October 6, 2021
The Area 14 Workforce Development Board is sponsoring an Internship/Hiring Event on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Hocking College Student Center - Nelsonville, Ohio. If you are an employer and are looking to fill an open position, please register ASAP. Employer check-in is from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. the day of the event.
Perry County Free Legal Clinic | September 7, 2021
The Perry County Ohio Free Legal Clinic offers FREE legal advice to income eligible individuals who cannot afford private counsel. Attorneys can only give legal advice, they cannot represent you in court. Those unvaccinated must wear masks.
Free Medical Clinic in Shawnee Ohio | September 1, 2021 and November 3, 2021
Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine Community Health Programs is offering a Free Medical Clinic ** Do you need medical care but can't afford it? September 1, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and November 3, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Tecumseh Theater - Shawnee, Ohio.
Southeast Ohio Foodbank Seeking Volunteers for Campaign to End Hunger | August 27, 2021
LOGAN, OH – September is Hunger Action Month and the Southeast Ohio Foodbank, a program of Hocking Athens Perry Community Action, is seeking volunteers to use their voice in online fundraising efforts. Hunger Action month is an annual campaign dedicated to driving awareness and inspiring action to help end hunger in America, both at a national scale and on the ground in local communities.
Fueling The Need, We Can Help You Get To Your Job! | August 25, 2021
Beginning August 25th, 2021, if you are working 25+ hours a week you may be eligible* for gas vouchers from Perry County Ohio Job and Family Services.
