Community Resources
Below are community resources that can be browsed by tags related to priority area, location and target population. Lists created by organizations can be found here.
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Jobscan Free Resume Tools
If you need to create a resume, Jobscan has a free resume-building tool and free templates to download, so that you don't have to start from scratch. They also have similar resources for building a cover letter. Website: https://www.jobscan.co/resume-builder
Beacon Employment Services
Over the years, Beacon Community Services has offered a wide range of employment programs, tailored to meet unique needs. Our professional career/employment advisors are well-equipped to help people assess how to best meet their employment and training goals — and to...
NCDA Online Career Resources
The National Career Development Association has compiled a list of internet career resources and has taken the time to ensure that they are free, credible, and current. To make the list, resources have to meet certain standards such as being easy to navigate and...
BC Career Support Services
BC's Career Support Services provides free and confidential career advice to assist with career-related planning. They offer 24/7 services via telephone on the following topics: career advice, work-life resiliency coaching, and retirement planning. Contact:...
Networks Employment Solutions
NetWorks provides free employment services for adults experiencing mental illnesses and/or issues with substance use. In this program, clients are paired with a coach. Coaches and clients then work collaboratively to come up with a career plan that suits the client's...
Free guide on substance abuse in the LGBTQ+ community
Boca Recovery Center, a free substance use disorder program, has created a comprehensive guide about substance abuse in the LGBTQ+ community, including information like drug trends in the LGBTQ+ community, gender-affirming treatment guidelines and how to help an...
Veterans Independence Program for Survivors
The Veterans Independence Program for Survivors provides funding to assist with independent living for the surviving spouses of veterans who have passed away. To qualify, your spouse must have been eligible for or have been receiving a Disability Pension or the War...
Veterans Independence Program
The Veterans Independence Program provides annual funding for services that allow veterans to remain in their own homes. Examples of such services include meal preparation, grounds maintenance, personal care, and professional health services. You are eligible to apply...
Caregiver Recognition Benefit for Veterans
If you are a veteran who needs daily care for your health and well-being, the Caregiver Recognition Benefit may be for you. This benefit provides monthly compensation to those who are assisting with the full-time care of a veteran. To be eligible, you must be a...