Bent County is one of the six poorest counties in southeastern Colorado. The county has been in a drought the past eight years and many people are suffering economically. Any increase in the amount of gasoline, electricity, propane, food, taxes, or and illness in their family leaves them in need. Helping Hands is trying to meet as many needs as possible while helping applicants with budgeting classes, debt reduction, filling out applications, free income tax assistance, free transportation to medical appointments....all emergencies are considered. The goals of Helping Hands are to prevent the disconnection of utility services; provide emergency food, rent and prescriptions while networking with other agencies; and provide free budgeting classes to help applicants become self sufficient. .. (continue to details page for more info and costs)
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For more information, about Financial assistance and other services provided by this office, contact them directly to the number provided. .. (continue to details page for more info and costs)
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