Health committee adds multiple health and family support bills to supplemental budget, including $4M for domestic violence services In a supplemental‑budget work session the committee moved a slate of health and family support bills into the budget, including LD 875 ($4 million for domestic violence services), LD 814 (Older Mainers Act), LD 17 46 (child dental services), LD 21 25 ($1M emergency fund for children's residential care) and others; most motions were approved by voice vote with tallies not recorded in the transcript.

Maine's Health and Human Services Committee just pushed forward a bold budget plan, allocating millions to support domestic violence victims, child care, and essential services for older adults!

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Wow!: Dancing robots bring support, company to Barcelona elderly - Sight Magazine ALBA FERRER and VICTORIA WALDERSEE, of Reuters, report on a pilot project aimed at relieving pressure on the country's care sector...

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Madison council approves application for $350,000 owner-occupied rehab grant The Madison City Council voted unanimously Feb. 17 to approve resolution 2026-1c authorizing an application for a $350,000 Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation grant from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs, matched by $54,469 in regional funds for a $404,469.09 project to assist up to 20 low-to-moderate-income homeowners.

Madison City Council has greenlit a $350,000 grant to revitalize homes for low-to-moderate-income families, focusing on veterans and the elderly.

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Mayor pledges $1 million for targeted tax-relief fund; committee weighs Home Rule petition and eligibility rules Staff described a donation-backed targeted tax-relief program under Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 60, §3D and said the mayor pledged $1 million if a Home Rule petition clears the State House; the committee must still set eligibility rules and await the home-rule approval before disbursing funds.

A new tax-relief fund could soon provide much-needed support for low-income, elderly, and disabled homeowners, but eligibility rules are still being determined.

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Saco Residents Protest Mobile Home Rent Hikes at City Council Meeting Residents voice concerns over steep rent increases at Blue Haven Mobile Home Park.

Saco residents are raising their voices against shocking rent hikes that threaten their homes and livelihoods, with some facing increases of up to $145 just as winter approaches.

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Cynthia Jackson pitches expanded rehab program funding to Waukegan City Council Jackson requests city support for Community Development Block Grant housing rehab expansion.

Waukegan's housing rehabilitation program faces a critical funding crisis, with vulnerable residents waiting over two years for vital repairs to their homes.

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Canal Winchester offers spring assistance to seniors for outdoor tasks Seniors in Canal Winchester can request help with planting and patio setup services.

Canal Winchester is blossoming with a new initiative to help seniors enjoy spring by offering assistance with outdoor tasks like planting flowers and setting up patios!

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Senator Kim addresses concerns over Holocaust Survivor Assistance Program amid HHS reorganization Senator Kim emphasizes tracking risks to Holocaust Survivor Assistance amid HHS program changes.

As the future of the Holocaust Survivor Assistance Program hangs in the balance, urgent calls for support echo louder than ever.

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Bingo fundraiser to support Meals on Wheels through senior sponsorship program Organizer proposes senior sponsorship initiative tied to upcoming bingo fundraiser for Meals on Wheels.

A new initiative called "Sponsor a Senior" aims to provide vital meal support for local seniors, inspired by successful child sponsorship models.

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Miami Gardens residents voice concerns over senior support and council conduct Residents address senior assistance needs and demand respectful treatment at Miami Gardens council meeting.

Miami Gardens residents are raising their voices for better support for seniors and demanding respect from their council members—can their plea spark real change?

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AdRoll Rotary Club revives Lifeline program in North Central Massachusetts AdRoll Rotary Club strengthens Lifeline program for seniors by offering local troubleshooting support.

The revitalized Lifeline program in Gardner is set to transform support for seniors, ensuring vital connections to emergency services are just a call away!

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