Though Montgomery County is a largely affluent area, nearly half the residents Gaithersburg HELP serves earn annual incomes below $15,000, insufficient for a family of four. This all-volunteer organization ensures their basic needs are met. Clients can schedule a same-day pickup at its food pantry, stocked with fresh, canned, packaged, and frozen foods (including baby food and formula). Seniors and clients with disabilities rely on volunteer drivers to attend their medical and social service appointments. Uninsured and underinsured clients are referred to participating pharmacies that accept funding for medication and supplies (like insulin), as well as referrals to obtain ongoing assistance. More than 160 volunteers provide over 200,000 meals, make approximately 876 trips, and pay for 283 prescriptions annually. For more than 6000 English- and Spanish-speaking households, Gaithersburg HELP is a literal lifeline.
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