Welcome to the August edition of the HOC Newsletter. We are getting back to school started a little early this year with a variety of new educational opportunities and resources for the whole family. This month's calendar features technical trainings, financial workshops, important community outreach information and much more. 

| HOC Programs & Events |

|  Employment & Career  |

Human Resources Coordinator - Montgomery County Fire and Rescue 

Provides administrative support to the (MCFRS) Human Resources Division located at the Public Safety Headquarters in Gaithersburg, Maryland. This division is responsible for all human resource and labor relation functions for approximately 2200 employees.

Interfaith Works

Join this team in their mission to provide vital services and pathways to greater stability for everyone in the community.

Cornerstone Montgomery

Cornerstone Montgomery is seeking qualified candidates to empower people living with mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders to live, work, and integrate successfully within the community.  

Jubilee

Jubilee Association of Maryland provides opportunities and support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live in and enrich their community while fulfilling their personal, family, social, and spiritual needs.

CHI Centers, Inc

CHI, Inc. offers a variety of supports and services for individuals with different disabilities to live, work and engage with the community around them.

| Community Resources  |

Free and Reduced Price Meals

Families may apply for meal benefits by completing an Application for Free and Reduced Price Meals for the current school year. Beginning school year 2022-2023, students who qualify for reduced price meals will not be charged that cost meaning that reduced price students will eat for free.  << Click here to apply >>

Single Parent Virtual Conference 

In this one-day virtual seminar, you can get the help you need to succeed and talk with other single parents facing similar challenges. 

Pantry Donation Pick Up Events

Emmanuel Brinklow Seventh Day Adventist Church is hosting a first-come, first-serve food and diaper distribution. Registration is required to attend this event.

Register for your pick-up by calling: 301-774-0400.

Pre-K and Head Start Registration

MCPS has launched an online registration process to support families who wish to apply for prekindergarten & Head Start programs.

Montgomery Connects

County residents ages 7 and up are eligible to receive a free computer. Appointments are required to attend this event.

Community Advocacy Institute

This training program will teach you basic advocacy skills and provide opportunities to advocate for important issues in your community. 

Citizenship Assistance

The CASA Center for Citizenship is offering scholarships to pay for USCIS application fees.  |Para Más Información|

Affordable Connectivity Program 

Provides eligible households $30 per month off their internet bills. ACP eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers. 

Intermediate Microsoft Excel Training 

Join CareerCatchers, 3-week, virtual, Intermediate Microsoft Excel Training starting on August 16th and ending on August 30th, 2022. The weekly sessions will be held on Zoom and are 1 hour each, from 10:30am – 11:30am.