FIRST THINGS FIRST
GET YOUR DOCUMENTS READY
ASK FOR DIRECTIONS
ROADBLOCKS & DETOURS
REFUEL & RECHARGE
100
What’s one resource someone might need when they’re homeless?
Housing?
Acceptable answers: food, clothing, case management.
100
What are 2 important documents you need to apply for housing?
Photo ID and Social Security card (sometimes proof of income or birth certificate too)
100
Who can you ask for help finding community resources?
PRP counselor, case manager, outreach worker, social worker, or even a parole officer.
P.S. calling 2-1-1 is also helpful
100
What’s one reason someone might feel stuck?
Anxiety, lack of knowledge, no transportation, past trauma?
100
Name something you can do to calm down when you’re stressed.
What is Deep breathing, listen to music, go for a walk, talk to someone?
200
What government program helps with buying food?
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly food stamps).
200
If you lose your Social Security card, where can you go to get a new one?
What is Social Security Administration office or apply online at ssa.gov?
200
What does 211 help with?
Referrals to food, housing, mental health care, utilities, and other local resources?
200
What could you do if you don’t have a phone?
Ask your PRP counselor, go to a library, or ask a friend/staff for help?
200
What’s one way to stay motivated while working on goals?
Keep a journal, track progress, reward small wins, use a vision board?
300
What’s the name of the phone number you can call for help with almost anything in Maryland?
What is 2-1-1?
300
Why might you need a mailing address to apply for services?
To receive important mail like benefit approval letters, ID documents, or Medicaid cards?
300
Where could you go in your neighborhood to use a computer or phone for free?
Public libraries, DSS office, PRP programs?
P.S. you can also ask a staff member.
300
Name one emotion that might stop someone from reaching out for help.
Shame, fear, hopelessness, anger?
300
What’s a small win you can celebrate?
Making a phone call, filling out a form, showing up to a group or appointment.
400
True or False: You need a photo ID to apply for most government benefits.
True?
400
Where can you keep all your documents safe?
A folder, a safe place at home, with a trusted person, or at PRP office?
400
What is DSS and how can they help you?
What is Department of Social Services?
They help with SNAP, cash assistance, Medicaid, and housing referrals.
400
What could make it hard to get to appointments?
No transportation, illness, confusion about time, lack of support?
400
Why is self-care important when looking for help?
It gives you energy, reduces stress, and helps you stay focused and hopeful.
500
Name 3 things you might need help with after leaving the hospital.
Medication, follow-up appointments, housing, insurance, transportation?
500
Name 3 types of ID or proof someone might ask for.
State ID, Social Security card, proof of address, birth certificate, benefit letter?
500
What is one thing your PRP counselor can help you do?
Apply for benefits, access community resources, create goals, or get transportation help
P.S. The key is to teach independent skills so y'all can do it yourselves.
500
What can you do if paperwork feels overwhelming?
Ask your PRP counselor for help, break it into small steps, take breaks?
500
What helps you keep going when things feel hard?
Support from others, reminding yourself of your goals, prayer or meditation, taking breaks.