Volume 3

Issue 39

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.

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HOT TOPICS:

***Click the image above to access the survey.***

OPINIONS WANTED!

Greensboro Parks and Recreation and Cone Health are collaborating to envision a brighter future for the Warnersville Recreation Center. Please take this brief survey to help us create a new vision.

Warnersville & Surrounding Community Survey

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
• Apply online here
• 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

The Teens Gotta Talk Program is an excellent opportunity for teens to connect with others who are facing similar challenges and to learn valuable skills and strategies to help them navigate life's ups and downs. By participating in this program, teens will gain a greater understanding of themselves and their emotions, develop stronger relationships with others, and build the resilience they need to thrive both now and in the future.

This class is available in-person and online.

Target audience - High schoolers in 9th-12th grade

(13 - 18 years old)

*Click the image above for more information and registration.

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United Way of Greater Greensboro’s Family Success Center 2 at YWCA Greensboro offers a family-friendly one-stop-shop to access services that help people along their journey to financial stability and career success. This United Way-led collaborative supports the entire household in reaching their goals – whether they are in education, career, family & relationships, health & wellness, or financial. The Family Success Center’s strengths-based approach to service delivery empowers individuals and families to overcome barriers and progress toward their goals.

Classes/workshops include, but are not limited to:

Job Readiness

Money Management

Life Skills

GED Preparation

Food & Nutrition

Health & Wellness

…and more!

If you are interested in joining the Family Success Center 2 at the YWCA, please complete the Interest Form here.

Click the image above to request more information.

OPPORTUNITIES FROM GHA:

The Family Self-Sufficiency Program (FSS) is a voluntary program for households enrolled in Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher, and Project-Based Voucher programs to help them increase their earnings and build financial capability and assets.

If you are interested in joining the Family Self-Sufficiency program, please click the image above.

Please watch this video for a brief explanation of the Family Self-Sufficiency Program.

Begins October 13th

Being Your Authentic Self is not just a class; it's a journey towards self-discovery and self-empowerment. It is ideal for anyone looking to connect with their innermost selves, build meaningful relationships with peers, and lead a more authentic and fulfilling life.

*Click the image above for more information and registration.