Volume 4

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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!

Please take a look at the previous issues of Life Success Opportunities Emails.

Some of the opportunities featured may still be relevant.

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***GHA residents pay a $27.00 registration fee and can attend for free. You must fill out the membership application and submit a copy of your lease.***

Non-GHA residents (14 and up) come for $10/month after the $27 registration fee.

Download the Membership Application

Get My Future is a specialized website for people, ages 14-24. The site provides tools and information to explore career ideas, gain insight into their work values/interests, and find local job assistance.

More Information

The Affordable Connectivity Program helps qualifying households save up to $30 monthly on Internet service. Over 70,400 households in North Carolina's Sixth District are saving money each month on their Internet bills through this critical program.

However, if Congress does not reauthorize funding for the program in the FY2024 budget, which must be passed before February 2nd, then funding for the program will expire by mid-2024.

Please take a brief survey to share your thoughts on the Affordable Connectivity Program with Congresswoman Kathy Manning.

Take the Survey here!

OPPORTUNITIES FROM GHA:

Family Self-Sufficiency Program

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.

What is Family Self-Sufficiency? A video introduction.

*Click the images above to sign up and for more information

RENT AND UTILITY ASSISTANCE:

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

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH:

Shift_ed serves all 28 high schools in Guilford County Schools with supports that help students discover the opportunities waiting for them after graduation – and take the steps to achieve their goals.

Click the image above for more information.

January 19, 2024

February 16, 2024

March 15, 2024

6 pm - 8 pm

Youth ages 13-17 are invited to come and roll with us every Third Thursday through March! We'll have skating, fun music, and snacks. There will be a limited number of roller skates available to borrow. This event is free and no registration is required.

CAREER AND JOB TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES:

Monday, January 22 - Thursday, February 1

9:30 AM-12:30 PM, Mon. through Thurs.

This specialized job search training program is designed to help women navigate a successful job search process. Participants will explore topics such as Building Confidence, Networking, Job Search Strategies, Resume Development, Interview Skills, and much more! Additionally, participants will receive ongoing support from our Program Director, including individual appointments, job leads, and other career-related information.

Contact Heather Schneck, Women to Work Program Director to determine if this program is right for you! Heather@WomensCenterGSO.org or 336-275-6090 ext. 223

Click the image above to request more information.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES FROM PARTNERS:

MoMENtum is a time for fathers and father figures of children two years and younger to gain support and insight from each other.

The fourth Monday of each month from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the AmeriHealth Caritas Greensboro Wellness & Opportunity Center.

3018 W. Gate City Blvd

Greensboro, NC 27403

Registration is requested by the third Monday of each month. Click the image above to access the registration page.

Each household may receive FOUR FREE at-⁠home COVID-19 tests this fall.

**Click the image above to order your free tests.

Community COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics

Cone Health is offering a series of mobile COVID-19 vaccine clinics throughout our communities.

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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.

Find a Clinic Here!