LINKS, RESOURCES, & OPPORTUNITIES FOR GHA RESIDENTS

Greensboro Housing Authority is committed to helping our residents build life success. We are also committed to sharing opportunities that may contribute to furthering life success. Scroll down to see opportunities through GHA and our partners!
See previous issues of Life Success Opportunities Emails.
Some of the opportunities featured may still be relevant.

HOT TOPICS:
Today is Earth Day!!
Earth Day 2022 is focused on accelerating solutions to combat our greatest threat, climate change, and to activate everyone – governments, citizens, and businesses – to do their part. Everyone accounted for, and everyone accountable. We should all recognize our collective responsibility to help accelerate the transition to an equitable, prosperous green economy for all. 

You can find NASA Earth Day events online from April 22 through Monday, May 2. The virtual events include live talks, conversations with scientists, a “learning zone,” with interactive Kahoot! games, and other activities.
RENT AND UTILITY ASSISTANCE:
Low Income Household Water Assistance Program
Households that have had their water services cut off or are in danger of being cut off can apply for assistance in paying their bill through the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). LIHWAP is a temporary emergency program that will help eligible households and families afford water and wastewater services.
The program provides a one-time payment directly to the utility company. LIHWAP runs through September 2023 or until the funds run out.
Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)
The Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) is a federally-funded program that provides a one-time vendor payment to help eligible households pay their heating bills. Applications will be accepted from January 1, 2022, through March 31, 2022, or until funds are exhausted.
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
previously Emergency Broadband Benefit Program
Emergency Rental and Utilities Assistance Grant Program
No Longer Accepting New Applications

Guilford County has stopped accepting new applications for the Guilford Cares Emergency Rental and Utilities Assistance Grant Program. Based on the number of pending applications, we estimate that the funding received will be exhausted. 

If you have previously completed an application for rental and/or utility assistance, your application will continue to be under review. There is no need for any further action on your part.  You will be contacted when your application is reviewed. Evictions and disconnect notices will continue to be given priority status.

If you are a renter and in need of rental and/or utility assistance, the following agencies may be able to assist you. 

  • Guilford County Department of Social Services
  • Energy Assistance Program – (heating/cooling and water assistance) 336-641-3000
  • Greensboro Urban Ministry (utility assistance: water, power, and gas)
  • Greensboro residents only - 336-271-5959
  • United Way 211
  • Faith Action International House
  • (Refugee Rental Assistance program) - 336-379-0037
  • Welfare Reform Liaison Project (WRLP)
  • (housing expenses/utilities) – 336-691-5780
OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH:
Join us for Healthy Kids Day as we celebrate families and kids! This is a FREE and fun event for the whole family! We'll have a full day of fun activities and opportunities to learn about community resources.

Join the Y during the event and your joining fee will be waived.
That's up to a $75 savings!

Healthy Kids Day
Saturday, April 30, 2022 - Barber Park - 10 am-1 pm
1500 Barber Park Dr., Greensboro

Saturday, April 30, 2022 - Spears Y Field - 10 am-1 pm
3216 Horse Pen Creek Rd., Greensboro

Special Activities
10-10:45 am - Family Zumba Party in the Gym
11-11:30 am - Dodgeball Parents vs Kids in the Gym
11-11:30 am - Family Yoga Session in the Yoga Studio
11:30-Noon - Knockout Tournament in the Gym
Noon-12:30 pm - Family Yoga Session in the Group Exercise Studio
FREE BOOKS!
  • Each month a high quality, age appropriate book will be mailed to all registered children from birth to 5 years old.
  • There is no cost, and no strings attached.
  • During registration, parents will need to provide an email address, child’s date of birth, name and mailing address.
  • In 6-8 weeks your first book will arrive.
Attention to all graduating Seniors and Parents, as well as adults looking to further their education by returning to college. The Bryan J. Pierce, Sr. Community Outreach Scholarship is now available. You do not have to be a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church to apply.

Eligibility Requirements:
  • High School Seniors or Adults looking to further their education may apply
  • Current resident of a No Greater Love community: Hampton Homes, Claremont Courts, or Ray Warren.
  • Overall GPA of 3.0 or above

Deadline to apply: June 18, 2022
CAREER AND JOB TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES:
NCWorks’ Mobile Career Center will be at Freeman Mill Square to assist Cone Health and Second Harvest Food Bank with job and resource information during the Mobile Food Market.

April 26, 2022 3 pm - 5 pm
801 W. Florida St. St.
Greensboro, NC 27406
SECOND CHANCE JOB AND RESOURCE FAIR
April 27, 2022 9 am - 1 pm
Goodwill Industries has partnered with GuilfordWorks, NCWorks, and Greensboro Parks & Recreation to host the Second Chance Job & Resource Fair event, ideal for returning citizens or those who have experienced incarceration.

Participating Employers
Best Logistics
Caring Hands Home Health
Carolina Biological Supply Company
Fed Ex Ground
Goodwill Industries of Central NC
Jzz’z Logistics
Mountaire Farms
New Garden Landscaping & Nursery
Rice Toyota
Staffing Logistics
The Agency
Us Enhanced

Windsor Community Center
1601 E. Gate City Blvd
Customer Service Benefit Advocate

Join Us for Our National Virtual Job Fair

Tuesday, May 5th, 2022 at 12pm CST

Connect from your smartphone, tablet, or computer to learn more about our exciting opportunities Nationwide!

Register here for the event below.

We strongly encourage you to apply in advance of the event if you are interested in this opening. Attendance at the event isn't required to be a candidate for potential employment.

$750 Sign On Bonus For External Candidates

This role is temporarily remote. Training is conducted virtually from your home. This role is an onsite role and once training is completed, you will transition to work in the office in the future.

Even if you have no prior experience, we have training classes starting soon to help you build the successful career that you want - apply today!

Required Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma / GED (or higher) OR equivalent work experience
  • Minimum of 3+ years of combined education, work and/or volunteer experience
OPPORTUNITIES FROM GHA:
THE FAMILY SELF-SUFFICIENCY PROGRAM (FSS)
The Family Self-Sufficiency Program (FSS) is a voluntary program for households enrolled in the Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher, or Project-Based Section 8 programs that helps them increase their earnings and build financial capability and assets.

The Escrow (Savings) Account:
When a participant’s rent increases due to an increase in earnings, the amount of the increase is placed in a savings account for the participant. A participant is eligible to receive all of the money in the account, plus interest once the FSS Contract is complete.
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES FROM PARTNERS:
FREE At-Home COVID-19 Tests Available via Postal Service!
***Households can now order a second set of tests.***
Community COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics
Cone Health is offering a series of mobile COVID-19 vaccine clinics throughout our communities.


VACCINES ARE FREE. No ID Required. Appointments are strongly encouraged.

Please wear a mask, plan to remain socially distanced, and wear loose clothing.

What To Expect
  • Wait time of 15 minutes after vaccination or 30 minutes with prior history of vaccination reactions.
  • Common side effects: pain and swelling at the injection site, fever, chills, tiredness, and headaches
  • For Pfizer and Moderna clinics, you will receive an appointment date for your second shot

IMPORTANT: Pfizer clinics are for ages 12+. All other vaccine types are 18+.
 To register, click the link on the button below or call 336-890-1188.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Get connected to the right career:
Guilford Works
Need help paying rent or utilities?:
Greensboro Housing Coalition
Parent Engagement and Support:
Guilford Parent Academy
Scholarships Opportunities Still Available:
GTCC
Resources for Job Seekers:
NC Dept. of Commerce
Online Resources:
Guilford County Schools

450 North Church Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
P. 336-275-8501