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November 2010

Community Programs with B.J. Aungst, Stefanie Harris & Katherine Occhipinti. November 2010. May 21, 2013. Community Programs. CAHEC funds and administers the Supportive Services Coordinator Initiative and Six Community Programs:. Rex Williams Wellness Center

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November 2010

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  1. Community Programs with B.J. Aungst, Stefanie Harris & Katherine Occhipinti November 2010 May 21, 2013

  2. Community Programs CAHEC funds and administers the Supportive Services Coordinator Initiative and Six Community Programs: • Rex Williams Wellness Center 20 centers were installed in 2012 • Technology Learning Center 25 new centers in 2012 And we replaced 42 old computers • Community Grant Program $70,000 in 2012 • Adult Scholarship Program 63 residents from 28 properties in 2012 • Senior Recognition Program 740 Participants enrolled in 2012 360 residents attended the 2013 award trips • Youth Recognition Program 58 students from 11 properties in 2012 110 students are signed up to attend the award trip next month

  3. CP Division • Market and promote CPs • Maintain CAHEC website with current documents • Perform CP orientations • Work with site personnel to administer programs • Process incoming applications • Publish CP Connection e-newsletter • Evaluate or modify programs as needed • Oversee Art Contest and administer writing workshops

  4. User-Friendly Process • Guidelines are simple and straightforward • All applications are easy to complete • Site-based automated applications are on-line • On-line resident-based applications are under construction • CP staff is knowledgeable and accessible • All documents (guidelines, FAQ’s, applications, promotional flyers) can be found on our website

  5. www.cahec.com

  6. Why use the Website? • Documents immediately at your fingertips • Most current information • Time-saver • User-friendly • Contact information for all CAHEC staff • Conference Information • News • Resources • Link to our Facebook Page and Youtube channel!

  7. Like CAHEC on Facebook • Join the SRP & YRP event page • Keep up with current events • Ribbon Cuttings • Grand Openings • Closings • Site Visits • Award trips • Check out our photos • Post your own comments

  8. David T. Peet Adult Scholarship Program

  9. Adult Scholarship Program • Program requirements are: • Application • Renewal application each semester • 2.75 GPA minimum • Earn Up to $1000 or $2000 per year • Application process is simple and noncompetitive • Pays for tuition, fees, books & supplies

  10. Adult Scholarship Program Benefits • Allows residents to further education • Offers funding for Community Colleges, Universities, Continuing Education classes, and GED certificates • Applies to specialty classes • Provides opportunity to increase earning potential

  11. Senior Recognition Program

  12. Senior Recognition Program • Program requirements are: • 100 hours of activities • One social event • One fundraiser • Timeliness and accuracy of documents are essential • All CAHEC residents 55 & older are eligible • Reward is choice of one of CAHEC planned trips

  13. Senior Recognition Program Benefits • Increases activity level of individual residents • Boosts resident involvement in community events • Provides opportunity for getting to know neighbors • Group trips provide the opportunity to know other residents in CAHEC funded properties • Provides opportunity to meet people from other areas • Gives participants chance to travel places they’ve never been

  14. Ideas for 2014 CAHEC Award Trips • Two night stay in Myrtle Beach, SC • Three night stay in Amish Country, PA • Two night stay in Savannah, GA • These trips are subject to change

  15. Youth Recognition Program

  16. Youth Recognition Program • Program requirements are: • Good behavior, attendance, grades • 10 hours of community service • One fundraiser • Site recruits mentors and chaperones • Mentors and chaperone’s will have a CURRENT criminal background check completed by CAHEC • Everyone attends a group trip! • Timeliness and accuracy of documents are essential

  17. Youth Recognition Program Benefits • Improves student behavior and grades • Teaches students to give to community • Keeps youth busy and out of trouble • Provides opportunity to meet people from other areas • Gives participants chance to travel places they’ve never been

  18. Resources Mentoring Pamphlet Parent Brochure

  19. What’s coming???

  20. Looking forward • New chaperone requirements for SRP & YRP • Automation of resident-based applications • Site based applications are on-line. Stop by the CAHEC booth for a demonstration! • Launch of a new program • Updated guidelines for the programs Fax all correspondence to B.J., Stefanie, or Katherine’s fax numbers. The main CAHEC fax number is NO LONGER VALID.

  21. What’s in it for YOU?

  22. Impact on Property Management • Pride in property • Sense of community • Interaction and teamwork among residents • Use of programs as marketing tool • Improvement in apartment upkeep • Kids are engaged in activities • Resident retention • Community involvement • Enhanced relations between property managers and residents

  23. What role does the site play? • Market programs to current/prospective residents • Approve and submit program applications • Complete evaluations and provide regular updates of program participation • Solicit resources from the community to provide tutoring, classes, and on-site services

  24. Contact Information B.J. Aungst Community Programs Specialist Direct: 919-788-1805 Fax: 919-532-1805 baungst@cahec.com Katherine Occhipinti Community Programs Manager Direct: 919-532-1792 Fax: 919-532-1825 kocchipinti@cahec.com • Stefanie Harris • Community Programs Specialist • Direct: 919-645-9825 • Fax 919-645-9826 • sharris@cahec.com

  25. “It is rewarding to witness the growth in an individual that has the courage to step out of their comfort zone in an attempt to improve the quality of their lives.” Gail Slate, 2013 Community Programs Partner of the Year

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