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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.

Issue 18

Issue 17

Issue 16

Join the GHA Revity Savings Team Today!

Get ready to dive into the world of building design during the 2025 Design Innovators Summer Program! This Summer program is available for elementary and middle school GHA residents, ages 11-18. Students will learn about leadership and have the opportunity to get hands-on experience while exploring building designs and construction for a total of 6 weeks. The program is FREE; however, registration is required.

• Program Schedule: Sessions will take place Tuesdays through Thursdays from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM.
• Program Dates: June 16, 2025 – August 1, 2025
• Field Trips: May take place on Fridays (more information will be provided after you registration is received)
• Eligibility: Open to GHA residents and Voucher Recipients.
• Transportation: If needed, available only between GHA properties and the program site.
• Registration: Spaces are first come, first served. Once your spot is confirmed, you will receive additional program details.
• For any questions, reach out to Makyia Wykle at MWykle@gha-nc.org

The Family Self-Sufficiency Program is open to GHA residents who have not previously participated in the program. Watch the video below to learn more about the program!

ARE YOU READY TO OWN YOUR HOME?

Let us help you get prepared for homeownership! Sign up today to begin your life success journey as you learn more about the home buying process!



Virtual Primary Care at Hampton Homes

• Address: 1300 Ogden Street, Greensboro, NC 27406
• Hours: Mondays 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., Thursdays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• Ages: Children 8+ and adults
• This is a primary care practice, not a walk-in urgent care clinic.

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

• Greensboro Housing Authority (this service request is for GHA residents only)
• Request assistance here
• 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 - 336-378-6600
• Faith Action International House
• (Refugee Rental Assistance program) - 336-379-0037
• Welfare Reform Liaison Project (WRLP)
• (Utility assistance and workforce development program) – 336-691-5780

The Summer Cheer Skills Camp will be held over two sessions:

Week 1 – Beginners

Week 2 – Advanced

Eligibility

Age older than or equal to 5.00 and younger than or equal to 14.99. The date used for calculating the age is 06/09/25.

Fees

Youth Cheerleading (Resident) (Standard Fee): $25.00

Each session runs for five days and offers a positive, structured environment where youth can focus on building skills in flexibility, flipping, and tumbling. Registration includes a complimentary camp t-shirt.

Online registration is encouraged. However, in-person registration is available at the Greensboro Sportsplex, Monday through Friday during regular business hours. To schedule an in-person registration appointment, please contact Toni Byrd in advance.

For questions or additional information, please reach out to: Toni Byrd antwoinette.byrd@greensboro-nc.gov 📞 336-373-2794.

Your child must be five years old on or before August 31 to enroll.

Supporting the social and emotional development of young children in Guilford County.

Click below for resources to help you support your child and prepare for school readiness.

Click below for Guilford County Schools lunch menus

Is your child a bus rider? Don’t forget to download the Here Comes the Bus app, which gives arrival times, shows your child’s bus location on a map, and more.

In order to provide continuing support for North Carolina’s youngest readers, The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Office of Early Learning has developed and released “Literacy at Home.”

This digital resource provides literacy activities at each grade level, pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Families and communities may access this resource for activities that specifically target the literacy skills of phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and oral language.

When children grow in each of these foundational areas they are well on their way to becoming proficient readers.

The Access Amazing Scholarship covers the cost of tuition and fees for many high school graduates in Guilford County.

The scholarship removes cost as a barrier for students graduating from a Guilford County high school and is a "last dollar" scholarship* that pays the remaining balance of student in-state tuition, college fees, and course fees once all other federal and state grants, scholarships, and sponsorships are applied.

FAFSA 101 and Toolkit Now Available

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the most important step for students in knowing their options for paying for college. To help your students understand FAFSA benefits and how to complete the form, check out the recently launched FAFSA 101 on CFNC.org. CFNC also created tools and resources to help get the word out during Financial Aid Awareness Month in February.

Lewis Recreation Center

3110 Forest Lawn Dr. Greensboro, NC 27455

Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 1-4 pm at LeBauer Park 

208 N. Davie Street, Greensboro

U.N.I.T.E Greensboro Festival – A Day of Community, Inclusion, and Fun

The UNITE Festival is more than just an event—it’s a celebration of community, inclusion, and the incredible organizations working to support children with disabilities and special healthcare needs. UNITE stands for "Understanding Inclusion Takes Everyone," a message that highlights the importance of collaboration in building a supportive and welcoming community for all.

What to Expect

At the heart of the festival is the Resource Fair, where families can explore a wide range of services, programs, and advocacy groups that support children with disabilities. Whether you're looking for early intervention resources, therapeutic services, or community programs, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with experts and organizations that truly make a difference.

Beyond the Resource Fair, the festival offers live entertainment, hands-on activities, and interactive experiences for all ages. From music and movement to creative play, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Festival Highlights

• Live Performances and Music: Experience dance, music, and entertainment from talented performers throughout the event.
• Lawn Games and Interactive Activities: Enjoy classic lawn games, hands-on fun, and creative play spaces.
• Face Painting and Art Stations: Let your creativity shine with colorful designs and artistic activities.
• Drum Circle: Participate in a rhythmic, interactive drumming experience.
• Fire Truck Exploration: Get an up-close look at a real fire truck and meet local firefighters.
• Splash Pad: Cool off and have fun in the water play area.
• Kona Ice Truck and Free Giveaways: Enjoy a treat and take home fun surprises.

Who Should Attend?

UNITE is open to everyone—families, caregivers, educators, and community members looking to celebrate inclusion and learn more about the resources available in our community. Whether you're a parent looking for support, an advocate for disability rights, or just looking for a fun and meaningful way to spend the day, this festival is for you.

Fresh Mobile Markets are free mobile food pantries that distribute fresh produce, bread, meat, and shelf-stable items when available to qualifying families on a monthly basis throughout 20+ locations in the Piedmont Triad Area. Families can expect to leave a Fresh Mobile Market with around 50 pounds of food. We currently serve about 2,300 families every month.

Families seeking to receive from Fresh Mobile Markets:

While we will give food for all who are food insecure, our Fresh Mobile Markets are specifically for families with children 0-18 years of age. Participating families must qualify by income. No pre-registration required. At the market a staff will ask a few questions to validate income eligibility.

Please refer to the FAQ sheet below for additional information.

If you have additional questions or require a proxy form, please email our Fresh Mobile Market Manager: FoodTruck@OutoftheGardenProject.org

Fresh Mobile Market FAQ’s in English and Spanish

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CONE HEALTH MOBILE UNIT SCHEDULES

Medical care is more accessible than ever for patients across the city of Greensboro and surrounding counties with the Cone Health Mobile Health Program. Explore the links below to learn more and stay updated on upcoming events.

Mobile Mammography

• Mobile mammography screening services.

Mobile Medicine Clinic

• Mobile clinic (for ages 6 years and above) including wellness exams, sick/well child visits, sports physicals, STD treatment and more.

Mobile Screening Van

• Mobile screening services (for ages 18 years and above) including blood pressure screenings, blood sugar check and wellness education.

Mobile crisis teams are available to all North Carolinians for free. If you need help with a mental health, substance use or behavioral crisis, trained mental health specialists will meet you in a safe place.