A hot meal can be obtained from the various soup kitchens. TCM's pantry is available as a last resort. Clients should be encouraged to apply for food stamps if not already receiving them. Clothing can be obtained once every six months for adults, every three months for children, and once a month for homeless. Client must have written verification and a list of needed tools from the employer.
Referrals are valuable.
We may not always be able to give a client money, but an appropriate referral can be as valuable as money. We can either call the agency to negotiate and advocate for the client, or we can give the name, address, and phone number to the client.