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HDC
CHANGES lives
Services
The Adult Basic
Education/Literacy (AEL) Program is designed to help persons improve
basic education skills (reading, writing, math, etc.) and obtain their
GED certificate. Tutors, instructors and counselors are provided for
persons ages 16 and over. Morning, afternoon, and evening classes are
available.
For information contact 613-2200
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After
School/Out of School Transportation Project is provided to youth so
that they may have access to extended learning opportunities and have
the exposure to positive relationships with caring adults in a safe
environment. Lack of this engagement exacerbates the problems of
social dysfunction such as drug abuse, poor grades, sexual activity and
becoming victims of crime. Contact 613-2200
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Back to School Fair provides
free school supplies, access to other services and recreation to low
income residents in the City of St. Louis and Wellston. The festival is
held annually in the month of August. We now work in partnership with
several organizations. Contact 613-2200.
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The Computer class in Spanish is designed to help adults ages
16 & above that have limited English proficiency to gain basic
computer skills. Intermediate computer classes are also available. For
information contact Contact 613-2200.
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The bilingual Adult Basic Education Program is designed to
help adults ages 16 & above improve basic education skills
(reading, writing, math, etc.) and obtain their GED certificate, and/or
accreditation from the Mexican Education system. For information
contact Contact 613-2200.
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Training for individuals
interested in serving on boards and committees of nonprofit or
for-profit organizations. Contact 613-2200.
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Providing a Poverty Simulation to groups for the purpose of
education on the day-to-day living conditions of low-income individuals
and families.
Contact 613-2200.
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Personal voice mail is made
available for eligible individuals that have no other means to retrieve
important messages. This private, personalized service is designed
primarily for those seeking and/or maintaining employment. Contact
613-2200.
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Community Empowerment
Collaboration
Civic organizations,
churches, and concerned citizens should be aware of a project which has
begun in Missouri which has the potential to have a positive impact on
the battle to alleviate poverty. The project is mobilizing local
communities to address issues related to poverty.
A co
llaboration facilitated by HDC is
currently being initiated across the St. Louis Area. Come be part of
this "Call to Arms" in the fight against poverty! Several projects will
be chosen and one is sure to interest you and need your special
ability. Eventually you will be part of a huge statewide network. What
an opportunity! Get in on the ground floor and join us! This program is
entitled: HDC’s Community Empowerment Collaboration.
An
Emergency Food Pantry is available for individuals and families who are
in need of food assistance. Types and varieties of foods vary according
to availability. Food pantries are available at all centers.
Please
refer to the
Service Center closest to you for details.
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The ESL Program will help
increase one’s knowledge of the English language and develop
better speaking and writing skills for coping with day-to-day
situations. Linkage with AEL for completion of basic education and GED
requirements is available. Contact 613-2200.
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This program helps
low-income adults aged 16 and over to recognize their potential and
improve their quality of life. Program topics may include
self-awareness and self-development, parenting, stress management,
conflict resolution, budgeting and money management, domestic violence,
child abuse and neglect and computer skills. Contact 613-2200.
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The Missouri Low Income Home Energy
Assistance Program (LIHEAP) has two components: Energy Assistance (EA)
or winter heating assistance, and Energy Crisis
Intervention Program (ECIP).
EA is designed to provide financial
assistance to help pay heating bills for Missourians during the winter
months, November 1 – March 31. Eligibility is based on the number
of people in the household, total household income and type of fuel.
LIHEAP is NOT limited only to home owners.
Persons whose home-heating costs are included in their monthly rental
charges may also
be eligible to receive benefits, if they are not
residents of public subsidized housing projects, based on a
percentage of their annual rental costs. Persons living in subsidized
housing may be eligible if they are paying any out-of-pocket expenses
for their heating costs.
ECIP is a year-round
program to provide crisis assistance to families who have threats of
disconnection or who have service that has already been disconnected.
Those services could include heating bill assistance, secondary utility
assistance, summer cooling assistance, as
well as other outreach and education activities.
Other crisis assistance include the
Dollar Help program, Dollar More program, Housing Trust fund, and
Homeless Prevention Challenge Grant.
If you applied for assistance last year,
you will receive an application in the mail before November 14. It is
advised that you wait until you receive that application. If you did
not receive assistance last year, you can call our office at 535-7607
to have an application mailed to you. You must fill out and sign the
application, attach the following documents and return it to us:
1. Include
a copy of your last
fuel bill for the main fuel you use to heat your home. The
supplier’s name and your account number are necessary for
processing efficiently.
2. IF
YOU HAVE A DISCONNECT
NOTICE, INCLUDE IT.
3. If
your disconnect notice is
for another fuel you use for backup of your main heat source, (space
heaters, electricity to make your heater work, etc.) contact the
Community Action Agency that serves the county you reside. You may be
able to get assistance with it as well, and avoid being shut off.
4. Provide
copies of social
security cards or other verification of social security numbers. If you
applied last year for assistance, or if you are receiving assistance
from Family Support Division, you will not need to provide this
information.
5. Provide
proof of last
month’s income for every person living in your home, (wage stubs,
grant letters or assistance award letters, Social Security award
letters, etc.)
6. If
you are receiving Food
Stamps or TANF, you will not need to provide this information. If
someone listed in the household in NOT on your Food Stamp case, then
you will need to send proof of income.
7. If
you receive child support
please provide your case number to allow the agency to get the
information on that income.
Applications for the
city of St. Louis and City of Wellston must be mailed to:
The Human Development
Corporation
Energy Assistance
4548 Dr. Martin Luther
King Drive
St. Louis MO 63113
Go to ENERGY PAGE for other
information!
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Family Crisis Response
assists families in need during the holiday season and throughout the
year. Tax-deductible donations are received and distributed by the
program.. The program also works in partnership with the United Way and
the St. Louis Post-Dispatch to aid families.
Please
refer to the Service Center closest
to you for details.
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A total family assessment
will determine our clients’ needs and find appropriate resources
to address those needs. Periodic follow-ups are done to insure customer
satisfaction. Proof of residency, total family income, social security
numbers and other possible forms of identification may be required.
Please
refer to the Service Center closest to
you for details.
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Family case managers will
help families and individuals identify their strengths and abilities.
They will help the client learn to set goals and plan action steps
towards reaching those goals, and help with support during this
process. Contact 613-2200.
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Healthy Living Nutrition
provides lessons in nutrition, budgeting, and healthy food preparation
to maintain nutritious eating and healthy lifestyles. Helpful food
purchasing techniques are used to help clients. Special classes for
adults and children ages 5-16 are available. Please call 613-2200 for
more information.
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HDC facilitates the Housing Trust Fund and Homeless Challenge
Grant, among other support initiatives, to provide emergency funds and
other resources preventing homelessness. These programs provide
resources for rent, mortgage, and utility assistance. The Access to
Housing Program is designed to increase housing information available
to low-income residents of the City of St. Louis and Wellston via
websites and brochures. Contact 613-2200.
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This program provides city/statewide problem solving and
support services for immigrants and refugees. We provide links to
Education, Life skills, and Literacy (ESL, AEL, Springboard)
opportunities, as well as help in the process of ITIN (Individual Tax
Identification Number), taxes, and correction of vital documentation.
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JTMTC is a fully staffed and
equipped computer-learning center with 15 computers connected to the
Internet. The center is open Monday - Friday, 9:00
noon until 5:00 p.m. No appointment needed. Individuals can obtain
certificates of completion as learning modules are completed. Please
call a
Service Center nearest you.
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This program is designed to
create work experience and training opportunities for youths aged 14-17
living in the City of St. Louis or Wellston. Participants of this
program are often entering the job market for the first time and are in
need of basic job skills. These skills are offered during peer support
group sessions. This year-round program includes computer classes,
self-esteem building, and anger management. Please call the center
nearest you. Flyer
Please refer to the Service Center
closest to you for details.
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HDC also
sponsors:
Freedom From Hunger Network to increase food donations to
area food pantries.
Network of Employment Opportunities to
increase employment opportunities for low-income persons in emerging
fields.
Leadership
Development Collaborative partnering with the University of
MO-Columbia and other organizations to train and prepare low-income
persons to become leaders, advocates, and represent on boards.
Healthy Neighborhoods Project to involve low-income adults and youth in
activities that will change the plight of their own neighborhoods,
thus, reducing gang activity.
Contact 613-2200 for any of these programs.
*All literacy and employment programs
have computer training as part of the instruction.
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Women, Infants and Children’s (W.I.C.) Program
The W.I.C. Program is
designed to aid pregnant women, postpartum breast-feeding mothers, and
children up to age five who are considered to be at health risk.
Vouchers are issued to provide free food in order to prevent and/or
eliminate nutritional deficiencies. Contact 613-2200.
-HDC is an Equal Opportunity Provider-
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Workforce
Development Project The Workforce
Development Program is
designed to assist participants of St. Louis and Wellston to obtain the
necessary skills to enhance their chances of employment and compete in
a rapidly changing economy. The program includes resume writing,
interview techniques, job search, career decision-making and
exploration, office administration techniques, retention and personal
development.
Classes are offered
Monday-Friday from 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Each session is 6 weeks.
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Young Scholars Academy targets 5th to 8th grade students,
from low income families, to enhance their social and academic
development. This program addresses barriers and problems associated
with students who want to pursue higher education while increasing high
school completion and college attendance. Contact 613-2200.
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Alternative to Living in a Violent Environment
(ALIVE)...993-2777
Breastfeeding Support Services. .. 460-3512 or 871-3628
Child Abuse Hotline... 1-(800) 392-3738
Child Day Care Association... 241-3181
Child Support Enforcement... 622-4021
Crisis Nursery at Deaconess Hospital... 768-3000 or 768-3201
Family Planning... 962-5300
Immunization & Lead Clinic... 658-1036
Maternally Yours... 258-6220
Missouri Division of Family Services... 340-5000(city)
425-9600 (county)
Nurses for Newborns ... 544-4922(ext. 15)
Parents as Teachers... 432-4330
Pediatric and General Dentist Referral System...1-(800)-
392-2161
St. Martha's Hall (prenatal services)...533-1313
Salvation Army (general services)... 534-1250 or 771-2273
Sexual Abuse Referral and Treatment...1(800)-888-9383
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) Clinic...658-1025
Substance Abuse (general information)...962-3456or
(hotline)...962-3363
Women's Safe House...772-4535
Women's Self-Help Center...531-2003(24 hour hotline)
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