{"id":8294,"date":"2023-05-02T20:01:34","date_gmt":"2023-05-03T01:01:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/olumc.org\/?page_id=8294"},"modified":"2026-07-02T23:27:29","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T04:27:29","slug":"dallasresponds","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/olumc.org\/es\/dallasresponds\/","title":{"rendered":"Dallas Responds"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_f4d29ff7 height_huge with_img with_shape\"><div class=\"l-section-img\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Imagen\" data-img-width=\"2440\" data-img-height=\"2560\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1003-scaled.jpeg?fit=2440%2C2560&#038;ssl=1);background-repeat: no-repeat;\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-shape type_curve pos_top\" style=\"height:15vmin;\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 64 8\" preserveaspectratio=\"none\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\">\r\n\t<path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M64 8 L64 0 Q32 15.8 0 0 L0 8 Z\"\/>\r\n<\/svg><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_ee76ad03 has_text_color\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h1><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Community Outreach at OLUMC<\/span><\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:#dfe6da\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1-2 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_1 mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\" style=\"--columns-gap:4vw;\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Ways You Can Help<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"1x4aib3\" data-start=\"3994\" data-end=\"4060\">Every act of generosity creates another pathway toward dignity.<span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"4062\" data-end=\"4118\">Homelessness cannot be solved by one organization alone.<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"4120\" data-end=\"4311\">It takes neighbors, volunteers, businesses, healthcare providers, congregations, and compassionate people working together to build a community where everyone has the opportunity to flourish.<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"4313\" data-end=\"4431\">Whether you give an hour of your time or make a financial gift, you become part of someone&#8217;s journey toward stability.<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><div class=\"w-person layout_cards with_desc\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\"><div class=\"w-person-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IMG_5473-scaled.jpg?fit=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" itemprop=\"image\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IMG_5473-scaled.jpg?w=1707&amp;ssl=1 1707w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IMG_5473-scaled.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IMG_5473-scaled.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IMG_5473-scaled.jpg?resize=8%2C12&amp;ssl=1 8w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IMG_5473-scaled.jpg?resize=400%2C600&amp;ssl=1 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"w-person-content\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"w-person-name\"><span>Patricia Proo<\/span><\/h3><div class=\"w-person-role\" itemprop=\"jobTitle\">Outreach Manager<\/div><div class=\"w-person-description\" itemprop=\"description\"><p>patricia@olumc.org | 214-521-5197 x101<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-person layout_cards with_desc\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\"><div class=\"w-person-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"194\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Rob-F-Headshot.jpeg?fit=194%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" itemprop=\"image\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Rob-F-Headshot.jpeg?w=579&amp;ssl=1 579w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Rob-F-Headshot.jpeg?resize=194%2C300&amp;ssl=1 194w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Rob-F-Headshot.jpeg?resize=8%2C12&amp;ssl=1 8w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Rob-F-Headshot.jpeg?resize=387%2C600&amp;ssl=1 387w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 194px) 100vw, 194px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"w-person-content\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"w-person-name\"><span>Rob Farmer<\/span><\/h3><div class=\"w-person-role\" itemprop=\"jobTitle\">Community Case Manager<\/div><div class=\"w-person-description\" itemprop=\"description\"><p>rob@olumc.org | 214-521-5197 x111<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-person layout_cards with_desc\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\"><div class=\"w-person-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"206\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Victor-1-Headshot-e1783047679139.jpeg?fit=206%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" itemprop=\"image\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Victor-1-Headshot-e1783047679139.jpeg?w=370&amp;ssl=1 370w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Victor-1-Headshot-e1783047679139.jpeg?resize=206%2C300&amp;ssl=1 206w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Victor-1-Headshot-e1783047679139.jpeg?resize=8%2C12&amp;ssl=1 8w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 206px) 100vw, 206px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"w-person-content\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"w-person-name\"><span>Victor Ortiz, RN<\/span><\/h3><div class=\"w-person-role\" itemprop=\"jobTitle\">Community Nurse<\/div><div class=\"w-person-description\" itemprop=\"description\"><p>victor@olumc.org | 214-521-5197 x112<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"n4kckt\" data-start=\"4438\" data-end=\"4450\">Volunteer<span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"4452\" data-end=\"4482\">Volunteers serve in many ways:<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"4484\" data-end=\"4651\">\n<li data-section-id=\"hb2gjx\" data-start=\"4484\" data-end=\"4501\">\n<h4>Community meals<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"10yk0my\" data-start=\"4502\" data-end=\"4519\">\n<h4>Street outreach<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1xu5lau\" data-start=\"4520\" data-end=\"4537\">\n<h4>Clothing closet<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"a0v38b\" data-start=\"4538\" data-end=\"4565\">\n<h4>Seasonal weather response<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1tkqa6i\" data-start=\"4566\" data-end=\"4584\">\n<h4>Donation sorting<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1bmv5p7\" data-start=\"4585\" data-end=\"4609\">\n<h4>Administrative support<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"mduzee\" data-start=\"4610\" data-end=\"4626\">\n<h4>Special events<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"kgnotg\" data-start=\"4627\" data-end=\"4651\">\n<h4>Community partnerships<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"4653\" data-end=\"4744\">Training is provided, and every volunteer serves with dignity, hospitality, and compassion.<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"4746\" data-end=\"4770\"><a href=\"https:\/\/olumc.ccbchurch.com\/goto\/forms\/66\/responses\/new\"><strong data-start=\"4746\" data-end=\"4770\">Become a Volunteer \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"12dsqn1\" data-start=\"4777\" data-end=\"4799\">Donate Needed Items<\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"4801\" data-end=\"4876\">Every week we distribute thousands of dollars&#8217; worth of essential supplies.<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"4878\" data-end=\"4913\">Our greatest ongoing needs include:<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"4915\" data-end=\"5058\">\n<li data-section-id=\"367ybh\" data-start=\"4915\" data-end=\"4930\">\n<h4>Bottled water<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1sluckc\" data-start=\"4931\" data-end=\"4945\">\n<h4>Hygiene kits<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"178k7qn\" data-start=\"4946\" data-end=\"4953\">\n<h4>Socks<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1j372kh\" data-start=\"4954\" data-end=\"4965\">\n<h4>Underwear<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"10qv98g\" data-start=\"4966\" data-end=\"4976\">\n<h4>Blankets<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"wjq0ts\" data-start=\"4977\" data-end=\"4992\">\n<h4>Sleeping bags<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1vz6uod\" data-start=\"4993\" data-end=\"5004\">\n<h4>Rain gear<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"nsfynw\" data-start=\"5005\" data-end=\"5024\">\n<h4>Seasonal clothing<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"z1znx6\" data-start=\"5025\" data-end=\"5045\">\n<h4>Nonperishable food<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ra50wj\" data-start=\"5046\" data-end=\"5058\">\n<h4>Gift cards<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"5060\" data-end=\"5084\"><a href=\"https:\/\/a.co\/0bFWXF2x\"><strong data-start=\"5060\" data-end=\"5084\">View Current Needs \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: inherit;\">Make a Financial Gift<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"5117\" data-end=\"5199\">The most effective way to support Pathways to Dignity is through financial giving.<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"5201\" data-end=\"5462\">Unlike donated goods, financial gifts allow us to respond immediately to changing needs\u2014whether that&#8217;s purchasing medications, replacing identification documents, securing transportation, preventing someone from losing housing, or responding to extreme weather.<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"5464\" data-end=\"5628\">Your generosity also sustains the people who make this ministry possible, including community outreach, case management, healthcare navigation, and street outreach.<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"5630\" data-end=\"5754\">Every dollar expands our ability to meet people where they are and walk with them toward stability, wellness, and belonging.<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"5756\" data-end=\"5829\">Together, we are investing in lasting change\u2014not simply temporary relief.<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"5831\" data-end=\"5848\"><a href=\"https:\/\/olumc.org\/es\/give\/\"><strong data-start=\"5831\" data-end=\"5848\">Make a Gift \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1t2wwpb\" data-start=\"5855\" data-end=\"5873\">Partner With Us<\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"5875\" data-end=\"5904\">We welcome partnerships with:<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"5906\" data-end=\"6031\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1d22kc8\" data-start=\"5906\" data-end=\"5918\">\n<h4>Businesses<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1dr0sur\" data-start=\"5919\" data-end=\"5941\">\n<h4>Healthcare providers<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1tvaq5r\" data-start=\"5942\" data-end=\"5951\">\n<h4>Schools<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"f3g5ar\" data-start=\"5952\" data-end=\"5967\">\n<h4>Congregations<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"2f08wp\" data-start=\"5968\" data-end=\"5993\">\n<h4>Nonprofit organizations<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1l59gr6\" data-start=\"5994\" data-end=\"6008\">\n<h4>Civic groups<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"19d1csg\" data-start=\"6009\" data-end=\"6031\">\n<h4>Community volunteers<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"6033\" data-end=\"6130\">Together we can strengthen the network of care serving Oak Lawn and the broader Dallas community.<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"6132\" data-end=\"6164\"><a href=\"mailto:outreach@olumc.org\"><strong data-start=\"6132\" data-end=\"6164\">Become a Community Partner \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"597\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/498464.jpg?fit=1024%2C597&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/498464.jpg?w=2560&amp;ssl=1 2560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/498464.jpg?resize=300%2C175&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/498464.jpg?resize=1024%2C597&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/498464.jpg?resize=18%2C10&amp;ssl=1 18w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/olumc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/498464.jpg?resize=600%2C350&amp;ssl=1 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"3q1gln\" data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"437\">Looking for Services?<span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h4><strong>We help people navigate pathways toward stability, wellness, and belonging.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<h4><strong>Every person is treated with dignity, compassion, and respect. \u00a0Whether you need a meal, help replacing an ID, access to healthcare, housing navigation, or simply someone to listen, our team is here to walk alongside you.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<h4><strong>No one is expected to navigate life&#8217;s challenges alone.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"w0em9i\" data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"848\">Essential Services<\/h2>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1t8ovk0\" data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"868\"><strong>Community Meals<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"909\">Meals are served:<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"989\">\n<li data-section-id=\"ghqe4o\" data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"952\">\n<h4>Tuesday\u2013Thursday | 11:30 a.m.\u20131:00 p.m.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1nmlfk9\" data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"989\">\n<h4>2nd &amp; 4th Sundays | 4:00\u20136:00 p.m.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1093\">Everyone is welcome. \u00a0Meals are served with hospitality, conversation, and connection to additional services when requested.<\/h4>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"r36ymz\" data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1118\">Clothing Closet<\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1239\">Our clothing closet is available during meal service and by emergency appointment whenever the Outreach Center is open.<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1259\">Guests may access:<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1343\">\n<li data-section-id=\"nsfynw\" data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1280\">\n<h4>Seasonal clothing<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"178kzey\" data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1288\">\n<h4>Shoes<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"y53sks\" data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1307\">\n<h4>Hygiene supplies<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"10qv98g\" data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1318\">\n<h4>Blankets<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"8ckzp7\" data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1343\">\n<h4>Weather-specific items<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1vtl1zb\" data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1364\">Food Pantry<\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1381\">Need groceries? \u00a0Our pantry provides emergency food assistance and grocery boxes by appointment.<\/h4>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"dq6ao2\" data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1487\">Case Management<\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1547\">Lasting stability takes more than meeting immediate needs. \u00a0Our case manager helps neighbors develop individualized plans toward housing, wellness, employment, and long-term stability.<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1692\">Services include:<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1848\">\n<li data-section-id=\"34ndwj\" data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1714\">\n<h4>Housing navigation<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1yf60y8\" data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1744\">\n<h4>Coordinated Entry referrals<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1uo0x80\" data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1760\">\n<h4>Goal planning<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1kexefq\" data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"1783\">\n<h4>Benefit applications<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"15ukc9c\" data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1811\">\n<h4>Transportation assistance<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"11jbrtm\" data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1848\">\n<h4>Referrals throughout Dallas County<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"yk2vyc\" data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1890\">Community Health &amp; Faith Nursing<\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"2080\">Through our partnership with Methodist Health System, Community Faith Nursing provides whole-person care that recognizes the connection between physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness.<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"2082\" data-end=\"2099\">Services include:<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2274\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1ib8xiw\" data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2128\">\n<h4>Blood pressure screenings<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1i45wji\" data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2147\">\n<h4>Health education<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"y6j9q1\" data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2173\">\n<h4>Chronic disease support<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"uzvfvp\" data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2195\">\n<h4>Medication guidance<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1m1zsp7\" data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2218\">\n<h4>Healthcare referrals<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"zafyyt\" data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2274\">\n<h4>Assistance connecting to primary care and specialists<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1r8dcuh\" data-start=\"2281\" data-end=\"2314\">ID, Mail &amp; Benefits Assistance<\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2377\">Many opportunities begin with having the right documentation.<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"2379\" data-end=\"2394\">We assist with:<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2554\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1napzcl\" data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2418\">\n<h4>State identification<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"sen4qa\" data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2449\">\n<h4>Birth certificate navigation<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"zpkfx4\" data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2472\">\n<h4>Secure mail services<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"h08vye\" data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"2494\">\n<h4>Medicaid enrollment<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1g9m5fa\" data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2507\">\n<h4>SNAP (EBT)<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"15gi2bc\" data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2530\">\n<h4>Insurance navigation<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"8xqe6h\" data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2554\">\n<h4>Other public benefits<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"aadrv0\" data-start=\"2561\" data-end=\"2596\">Mental Health &amp; Recovery Support<\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"2598\" data-end=\"2627\">Healing happens in community. \u00a0We connect neighbors with mental health providers, counseling resources, recovery services, and pastoral care.<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"2598\" data-end=\"2627\">Oak Lawn UMC also hosts recovery meetings every week, welcoming hundreds of participants throughout the community. \u00a0To see the list of recovery meetings that are held at OLUMC, visit our <a href=\"\/es\/recovery\/\">recovery page<\/a>.<\/h4>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1rmwxzk\" data-start=\"2862\" data-end=\"2886\">Summer Cooling Center<\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"2888\" data-end=\"2954\">When dangerous heat arrives, our campus becomes a place of refuge.<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"2956\" data-end=\"2996\">During periods of extreme heat we offer:<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"2998\" data-end=\"3140\">\n<li data-section-id=\"191c621\" data-start=\"2998\" data-end=\"3021\">\n<h4>Air-conditioned space<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"n5t115\" data-start=\"3022\" data-end=\"3034\">\n<h4>Cold water<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ytfki\" 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