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Tempe Community Action Agency Newsletter
HOST SITES &
 MEAL PROVIDERS
August 2010
 
1st:
Host:  First United Methodist Church
Meal:  Temple Emanuel
 
2nd:
Host:  Bethany Community Church
Meal:  Bethany Community Church
 
3rd:
Host:  Grace Community Church
Meal:  Grace Community Church
 
4th:
Host:  Community Christian
Meal:  Missio Dei Communities
 
5th:
Host:  City In The Desert
Meal:  Inner Vision
 
6th:
Host:  University Presbyterian
Meal:  Quakers
 
7th:
Host:  Desert Palm
Meal:  Desert Palm
 
8th:
Host:  First United Methodist Church
Meal:  Temple Emanuel
 
9th:
Host:  First Congregational Church
Meal:  Latter Day Saints
 
10th:
Host:  Grace Community Church
Meal:  Grace Community Church
 
11th:
Host:  Bethany Community Church
Meal:  Tempe Metro Church
 
12th:
Host:  City in Desert
Meal:  Our Lady of Mount Carmel
 
13th:
Host:  Community Christian
Meal:  Community Christian
 
14th:
Host:  Church on Mill
Meal:  Bethany & Friends
 
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Management
       Corner           Snack Bag Survey  

Case Management recently surveyed I-HELP clients for snack preferences. See results below:
 
Favorites:
 Chips 
Fruits & Fruit juices
Drink singles
(Crystal Light & Wyler's)
Yogurt
  
Snack suggestions: 
 Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwiches
Vienna Sausages
Pudding
Lunchables & Cheez-Its
Slim Jims & Trail Mix
Granola & Energy Bars
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New Opportunities for Hosting..
New opportunities for hosting I-HELP are available.  The following days are open and available starting August 30th:
 
The first, third & *fifth Mondays of every month.
 
* November is the only 5th Monday left in 2010.
 
Please contact  Sam Sumner  if you are interested in hosting any of these Mondays. 
The Mayor's Run
"The Mayor's Run""Team TCAA"  will soon be training for "The Mayor's Run,"
PF Chang's Marathon/Half Marathon.  Join us as we get into shape and help others in the community at the same time.  Training will be included in the package. Proceeds from registration fees and sponsorships will go to the Interfaith Homeless Emergency Lodging Program (I-HELP).  Please contact Kathy if you are interested in being a part of this exciting team!  Go "Team TCAA!"
I-HELP Questions/New to I-HELP Hosting
Please feel free to email Sam Sumner or contact him at
480-350-5876 for any I-HELP related questions. Sam is happy to help answer any questions you may have.  *If you are new to I-HELP and want to learn more about the program, or are interested in hosting we suggest that you contact Sam.  He will gladly meet you at a host site and explain how the hosting process works.  Watching the facilitation of a meal from start to finish is the best way to get to know the program.
Project Homeless Connect - (PHC)
Project Homeless Connect came out of a partnership with First United Methodist Church, TCAA, Tumbleweed, and the City of Tempe.  Project Homeless Connect took place on Friday, July 17, 2010 at Grace Community Church from 7AM to 4PM.  This is Project Homeless Connects fourth year in Arizona.  The first event took place in January 2007.  This year marked the first year the  "Shower Power" the Mobile Shower Unit was on-site.  
 
 
2010 ~ "Shower Power" Mobile Shower 
"Shower Power" ~ Mobile Shower Unit
 
 
Here are some then and now statistics:
 
2010 PHC
47 Individuals obtained ID's  (62 attempted)                        
88 Individuals assisted by DES
81 Individuals assisted by SSI
41 Applications for birth certificates completed
46 Medical checks performed by PMT Ambulance
96 Employment Services Connections
600+ Meals provided
65 Showers were taken
11 Legal aide connections made
77 Haircuts

2007 PHC
14 Individuals obtained ID's
30 Individuals assisted by DES
10 Individuals assisted by SSI
11 Applications for Birth Certificates                         
25 Medical checks performed by PMT Ambulance
 6  Individuals evaluated by Vocational Rehab for employment
 
Client Corner - Roy E's Success Story
Roy E. is a successful I-HELP client who will admit to having made some poor choices which led him to living in his car and on the streets in March 2010.  He got involved with the wrong people and was using drugs and alcohol.  One day he realized he needed to stand up and be accountable. He started praying and letting people know he was trying to change his life.  He went to Salvation Army and was told to come to I-HELP and meet with Sam.  Roy asked Sam if he could volunteer somewhere because he wanted to work while looking for employment.  He was put in touch with Monica to volunteer in TCAA's Food Pantry while staying in I-HELP.   Roy said, "helping others by serving in the Food Pantry gave me new meaning and purpose, and raised my self-esteem."  Roy was referred to the East Valley Men's Center, and accepted into their program.  In July, Roy obtained a job working for TASK Drug Testing Laboratory.  Roy said, "God had a hand on everyone's heart to help me, and one day I want to do the same for others."   This is what I-HELP is all about helping others get the assistance they need to move forward in their lives.
Cooking for a Crowd...
Click here to go to the 50+ Friends Cookbook, where you will find many great recipes.  Try out a recipe or two, and give us your feedback.  Post ideas, comments or recipes on I-HELP Google Group. Log in, select "join group" on the right sidebar and post away. Your participation is greatly appreciated!  Check the group often for updates.

Thanks everyone for making I-HELP successful!