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Hairdressing/Nail Care
Programs, often available through senior centers, neighborhood centers or other similar organizations, that offer the on-site services of beauticians, barbers and/or manicurists for people who need to have their hair or nails done. Services may include hair coloring treatment, permanent waves, haircuts, shaves, wash and sets, manicures and pedicures. Also included are programs that provide haircuts for homeless people, children from low-income families returning to school and other targeted individuals.
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Laundry Facilities
Public or private facilities for washing, drying and ironing clothes that are available to homeless people, travelers and other individuals who do not have access to private laundry facilities.
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Personal/Grooming Needs
Programs that provide basic personal services and supplies for low income individuals, homeless people, travelers and other individuals who do not have a local permanent address and who do not have access to private facilities or materials for grooming, baggage storage, cooking, communications and other basic needs.
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Personal/Grooming Supplies
Programs that pay for or provide soap, shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste, mouthwash, combs, brushes, cotton swabs, deodorant, facial tissue, toilet paper and other personal hygiene/grooming supplies for homeless people and other individuals who need them.
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Public Showers/Baths
Public or private organizations that provide showers, baths or other facilities where homeless people, travelers and others who do not have access to private bathing facilities can wash. Included are permanent shower facilities as well as mobile installations that can be moved from place to place. Also included are organizations that provide vouchers that people can use to access bathing facilities.
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Telephone Facilities
Programs that provide access to a telephone for homeless people and others who need to make a call and are unable to pay for it.
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