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!
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Please take a look at the previous issues of Life Success Opportunities Emails.
Some of the opportunities featured may still be relevant.
Issue 7
Issue 8
Issue 9
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Senior Academy at Smith Adult Senior Center | |
Senior Academy at St. James Baptist Church | | |
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Second Harvest Food Bank’s Nutrition Services Team works with individuals and organizations to support and improve individual and community health. | |
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Check the schedule below to see when the Second Harvest Food Bank Mobile unit will be at a location near you.
9 a.m. - First-come, first-served.
March 11, 2024 - 2517 Phillips Ave
March 18, 2024 - 2517 Phillips Ave
March 25, 2024 - 2517 Phillips Ave
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The City of Greensboro is redeploying e-bikes as part of micromobility transportation in the downtown area. As a part of this plan, please complete the survey to share your feedback with the Greensboro Transportation Department. | |
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Guilford County is hosting a series of three Budget Town Halls starting on March 11. The meetings will provide an overview of Guilford County’s programs and services available to residents, review the annual budget process and economic conditions impacting the FY 2024-25 budget, and offer an opportunity for input from community members.
Click the image above for more information.
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Family Self-Sufficiency Program | |
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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.
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Please watch this video for a brief explanation of the Family Self-Sufficiency Program. | |
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RENT AND UTILITY ASSISTANCE: | |
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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
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Greensboro Urban Ministry (utility assistance: water, power, and gas)
- Greensboro residents only - 336-271-5959
- United Way 211
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Faith Action International House
- (Refugee Rental Assistance program) - 336-379-0037
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Welfare Reform Liaison Project (WRLP)
- (housing expenses/utilities) – 336-691-5780
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Click the image above for the registration link. | |
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Summer Camp registration begins March 1, except for Camp Joy, which begins registration March 11. Parks and Recreation is now accepting applications for more than 100 summer part-time job openings.
Click the image above for more information.
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UNCG Science is Everywhere | |
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Everyone is invited to the UNCG Science Everywhere Festival on the UNCG campus. Admission and parking in the McIver Parking Deck are free. The Festival will have over 50 hands-on activities, music and music science, an electron microscope art display, an opportunity to visit research labs of federally-funded projects, the new nursing building, and the new esports arena, and much more.
UNCG Campus
1400 Spring Garden St, Greensboro, NC 27412
April 13, 2024
12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
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Calling all young creatives aged 8-17 to the stage of imagination and storytelling at TAB Arts Center's After School Film Camp, starring on Fridays and Saturdays! This is your child's ticket to the thrilling world of filmmaking, where ideas ignite and dreams take flight. The camp is $50 a month.
DATE AND TIME
Fri, February 02, 2024 – Sat, June 01, 2024
4:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT
LOCATION
Peeler Recreation Center
1300 Sykes Ave
Greensboro, NC 27405
United States
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CAREER AND JOB TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES: | |
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GuilfordWorks, in partnership with the NC Department of Commerce Division of Workforce Solutions, introduces Fierce Fellows!
Fierce Fellows is a series of workshops designed for judicially impacted individuals seeking employment. These workshops will include career counseling, promoting engagement, and other supportive services.
NCWorks Career Center - Greensboro
2301 West Meadowview Rd.
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Week 1: April 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
Week 2: April 8th, 9th, and 10th
Week 3: April 15th, 16th, and 17th
Week 4: April 29th, 30th, and May 1st (Certificate Ceremony)
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OTHER OPPORTUNITIES FROM PARTNERS: | |
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From the Block to the Boardroom, the Black Male Summit of Guilford County is a catalyst for positive change, fostering empowerment, connection, and action for Black men of all ages in our community. Through dynamic workshops, panels, keynote speakers, and networking opportunities, we address critical issues and cultivate solutions for a more equitable future. | |
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Each household may receive FOUR FREE at-home COVID-19 tests this fall.
**Click the image above to order your free tests.
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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
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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.
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"We rise by lifting others."
- Robert Ingersoll
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Get connected to the right career:
Guilford Works
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Need help paying rent or utilities?:
Greensboro Housing Coalition
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Parent Engagement and Support:
Guilford Parent Academy
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Scholarships Opportunities Still Available:
GTCC
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Resources for Job Seekers:
NC Dept. of Commerce
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Online Resources:
Guilford County Schools
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450 North Church Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
P. 336-275-8501
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