Families
This program, helps low-income and welfare families break the cycle of poverty. The intent is to aid people, some of
whom are second- and third-generation public assistance recipients, to move toward self-sufficiency and into competitive
jobs.
The Job Readiness Training classes we started in mid 2008 have proven to been successful. A total of 6 clients were
registered into the classes and completed all 12 sessions, which met four days a week for four hours. Four (4) clients are
currently employed and two (2) are attending GED classes. These individuals will receive supporative service and follow-
up assistance for one year prior to being discharged.
Families work with specialists to solve difficult pre-employment problems such as securing affordable health care, day
care, transportation and safe housing. In addition, specialists work with families to develop problem-solving skills needed
to leave public assistance programs and enter the work force. Families whose situation are complicated by alcohol and/or
drug abuse receive qualified treatment by OPEN M counselors and through partner agencies.
Once the family has found adequate employment, (e.g. a living wage, health benefits) the support team continues to
provide guidance for at least one year to insure the family’s success in continuing their independence and remaining
employed.
We continue to work with our core families helping move them toward education and self sufficiency. Likewise, we refer
to other agencies to provide encompassing services to our clients, such as:
ITEMS ALWAYS IN NEED:
This program, helps low-income and welfare families break the cycle of poverty. The intent is to aid people, some of
whom are second- and third-generation public assistance recipients, to move toward self-sufficiency and into competitive
jobs.
The Job Readiness Training classes we started in mid 2008 have proven to been successful. A total of 6 clients were
registered into the classes and completed all 12 sessions, which met four days a week for four hours. Four (4) clients are
currently employed and two (2) are attending GED classes. These individuals will receive supporative service and follow-
up assistance for one year prior to being discharged.
Families work with specialists to solve difficult pre-employment problems such as securing affordable health care, day
care, transportation and safe housing. In addition, specialists work with families to develop problem-solving skills needed
to leave public assistance programs and enter the work force. Families whose situation are complicated by alcohol and/or
drug abuse receive qualified treatment by OPEN M counselors and through partner agencies.
Once the family has found adequate employment, (e.g. a living wage, health benefits) the support team continues to
provide guidance for at least one year to insure the family’s success in continuing their independence and remaining
employed.
We continue to work with our core families helping move them toward education and self sufficiency. Likewise, we refer
to other agencies to provide encompassing services to our clients, such as:
- The Benefit Bank (eligibility for government programs and filing taxes)
- CORE Furniture Bank St. Vincent De Paul Inspired (furniture, small appliances, dishes, sheets, blankets,
- rugs and silverware)
- Pregnancy Care (referral for cribs, car seats and education)
- Love INC - St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (utility services)
- Community Legal Aid (expungement, credit, debt & bankruptcy, identity theft, driver's license suspension)
* Close estimate
ITEMS ALWAYS IN NEED:
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Tissues
- Toothpaste and toothbrushes
- Lotion
- Sheila Sims
Family Development
330.434.3250
family@openm.org
Celebrating Over 40 Years......
- Feeding the Hungry
- Caring for the Sick
- Nurturing Children
- Supporting Families
- Strengthening Neighborhoods
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