Help on the Go (Help Memphis App Review)

I liked the idea of “Help Memphis”. It is undoubtedly true that the city of Memphis faces tons of problems, for instance addiction, poverty, and homelessness. The app is very useful because it attempts to connect all these major issues into one. Many people think that there is no one out there to help them through their troubles. However, this is a major concern because several people are not fulling aware that there are rehabilitation centers willing to help them with their impulsivity, substance abuse, and drug withdrawal. Unsurprisingly, Whites have a much larger treatment rate than addiction rate compared to any other race. Homelessness is another important issue here in Memphis. Whenever you are about to enter or exit the freeway in East Memphis, you will find a homeless person needing monetary aid. This app is great because it will provide available programs that will provide: utility assistance, shelter, and clothing. Sadly, the app does not tell citizens where they can make donations. Many people will say, “But how will the homeless be able to access this information?” They do not necessarily need an iPhone. Nowadays smartphones are relatively cheap, and you can literally buy them anywhere.

The option for multiple helplines for either suicide, sexual assault, and STD is the fundamental concept of the app. Many people in those situations do not who to contact to get the right help that they need. The hotline categories in the app should be a little more specific. What really surprised me about the app was the legal aid section. I did not know that there were services available to low income individuals or families. I learned that these services cover things such as medical assistance. The app should also include links that provide prices and discounts for prescriptions drugs like GoodRx. This will definitely help people who are struggling to afford their medications. Adding the non-emergency police line was a smart idea because people always think about calling 911 for everything. Apparently, callers can get fined if the phone call to 911 is not a severe emergency.

Another awesome part about the app is that it lists several counselors and therapy centers available in the 901. I like how it provides the address, their hours, and a little information of what they do. I wish that it also provided a picture of what the location looks like. Unfortunately, the app does not deliver alerts to its users to events such as free dental cleanings or free mammograms.