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As ARP-HCY spend-down is an urgent need for districts before this critical funding ends this year, Early Learning Navigator Lisa Martinez (Hawaii State Department of Education) highlights a few ways their team is putting these dollars to use by supporting the school readiness of young children experiencing homelessness. 🎥 Watch the full webinar replay ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dgbbyck4

At Southeastern, we understand the huge impact domestic violence can have on individuals, leaving them feeling vulnerable as they try to rebuild their lives. We're here to support the journey to healing and empowerment through our programs: 🌟 Family Empowerment Self-Sufficiency (FESS) Project: Our FESS project is designed to help you achieve your goals, whether it's moving out of poverty, completing your education, or securing meaningful employment. We're here to provide the resources and guidance you need to regain your independence and confidence. 🏡 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program: For income-eligible residents, our HCV program offers rental assistance, ensuring you have a safe and stable place to call home. We believe that a secure living environment is a fundamental step toward rebuilding your life. 👧🏫 Early Head Start & Head Start Programs: We understand that healing extends to the entire family. Our Early Head Start and Head Start Programs focus on promoting school readiness for children from low-income families, giving them a strong foundation for a brighter future. In this month of awareness and beyond, remember that you don't have to face the challenges of rebuilding alone. Southeastern is here to provide support, resources, and hope for a better tomorrow. #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth #SupportSurvivors #CommunityActionResponds #CommunityAction #SoutheasternCAP

This school year, the number of homeless students, K - 12, in the Bozeman School District, INCREASED by 73.3% over last year. According to Anna Edwards, Family-School Services Coordinator Bozeman School District 7 and Family Promise board member, in the 2023-24 school year Bozeman School District identified 241 McKinney-Vento students K-12. For reference, the previous year we identified 139 students. The McKinney-Vento Act provides rights and services to children and youth experiencing homelessness, which includes those who are: sharing the housing of others due to loss of housing, economic hardship, or a similar reason; staying in motels, trailer parks, or campgrounds due to the lack of an adequate alternative; staying in shelters or transitional housing; or sleeping in cars, parks, abandoned buildings, substandard housing, or similar settings.

During its most recent session, the Maine Legislature made it a priority to bolster the supports to our most vulnerable neighbors and community members. One of the ways they met that commitment was by making funds available through local McKinney-Vento liaisons to support youth experiencing homelessness and their families in their district/school. For a number of reasons, this investment in our communities is significant, and here are two: 1. Many households lose their housing because of an unplanned expense; and 2. It is easier to help households remain in their current housing than to help them find housing once unhoused.

The holidays should be a time of joy and celebration for all, but let's not forget that for children and teens experiencing housing instability, this season adds an extra layer of stress and exacerbates a sense of loss. With schools closed during the holidays, the lack of routine and school meals can magnify an already stressful time for children in crisis. As a community, it's crucial that we come together around the holiday season to support organizations and initiatives that work tirelessly to ensure safe housing and winter-time care for #JacksonCountyKids. Learn more about our partner organizations that function in our service areas for Temporary Shelter and Transitional Living Services; during the holidays, they go above and beyond to make the holiday season a little brighter for children and youth experiencing housing instability. Which Jackson County organizations do you know of that are serving people experiencing housing instability? Reach out to them to see how you can participate in bringing a little joy into the lives of children in crisis this season. Remember, our collective empathy and action can make a world of difference in the lives of kids.💙 #HomeForTheHolidays #MentalHealthMatters #HungerAndHomlessnessAwarenessWeek

The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act protects education rights for children and youth who are experiencing homelessness. Under this act, transportation assistance is provided to students experiencing housing insecurity to ensure that these kids have equal access to the same free, appropriate public education as their peers. Read our blog, Student Transportation Under the McKinney-Vento Act, for insights into: 1. Homelessness as defined by the McKinney-Vento Act 2. How to identify students who qualify for transportation under the McKinney-Vento Act 3. Barriers to attendance and strategies to overcome these issues Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q02tz2W-0 #AlternativeStudentTransportation #McKinneyVento

It's been just over three years since Detroit received federal funding from President Joe Biden's American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The $826.7 million, appropriated by the Detroit City Council, created a variety of programs and has already improved the quality of life for many Detroiters.   ✅ Renew Detroit: completed 500 roofs for seniors, low-income, and the disabled community.    ✅ Skills for Life: 638 residents completed career readiness, with another 496 enrolled in job training and literacy programs.   ✅ Downpayment Assistance: more than 300 new homeowners received grants of up to $25,000.   ✅ ShotStoppers: Community Violence Intervention: implementation of six community organizations to help reduce crime in their neighborhoods, with two groups seeing a 72% and 48% drop in homicides and non-fatal shootings.   ✅ Motor City Match: $6.1 million in grants awarded to small businesses; 93 new businesses placed in brick-and-mortar facilities.   ✅ Neighborhood Beautification: 36 grants (up to $15,000) were awarded to neighborhood associations, block clubs, and faith-based groups for beautification projects.   To learn more about how ARPA funds are helping Detroit residents, go to detroitmi.gov/ARPA  

Stability is key for unhoused students' success. This blog explores how prioritizing school safety and consistency can boost attendance, learning, and overall well-being for students experiencing homelessness. https://lnkd.in/guFeZRVQ

As the cost of living increases, neighbors who cannot financially keep up are being #displaced and find themselves staying too far from the school, work, church, or network they know and love. By focusing our efforts on core West Michigan #neighborhoods, we help neighbors stay rooted in their #community. Learn more and get involved at iccf.org/advent.

SAFE SPACES - Call for Funding Proposals - DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED! CFP Closing Date and Time: March 5, 2024 @ 4:30 pm To enhance access to Safe Spaces for older adults experiencing abuse, a Safe Spaces program model in various communities will be used in a call for proposals across the province. Overarching principles of the Safe Spaces program include: ☑️Demonstrated demand within the community ☑️Available space at local community older adults housing such as a Lodge ☑️Willing and able partners in the community ☑️Sustainable partnership model ☑️Cost efficiency The program model will be based on the Lethbridge Elder Abuse Response Network (LEARN) Safe Suites model. The LEARN Safe Suites (Safe Spaces) model is flexible and responsive to demand and available resources. The model uses existing community infrastructure (e.g., local seniors housing providers) to match seniors in need of Safe Spaces with available suites. Please note that this CFP is open to currently grant funded communities with the AEAAC. Further details regarding program details granting process and timelines can be found @ https://loom.ly/seUJRd4