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Open Meal Dates
The First & Third Wednesdays of the month are still availabe as open Meal dates. If you are interested in providing a meal for any of the following dates, please let Sam know. Here are the available dates:
September 7 & 21st
October 5th
November 2nd & 16th
& December 7th
Thanks in advance for being willing to provide a meal for any of these dates!
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Case Management Is Working
Client Update: We did an article on Paul in our April newsletter and would like to update everyone on his status. We previously reported that Paul was able to receive his California Driver's License and was offered a full time position as a sales representative at a car dealership. However, he is contemplating part time work as a truck driver in the valley instead. Part of Paul's success is due to the fact that he has taken full advantage of Case Management services by meeting with Patrick Winters for help with job assistance and encouragement. Paul has continued to keep in touch and update Patrick on his status. Recently, he completed his FASFA but was unable to get the assistance needed. However, we are very excited to report that even with this set back, Paul is still moving forward with his plans to attend college. He has signed up for classes at Mesa Community College and is looking into starting school next semester. We wish Paul the best and are very proud of him for pursuing his dreams!
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"The Mayor's Run ~ Inspiration on the Run"
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Charles & Judy Ramos ~
"2011 Mayor's Run" |
Charles Hursh has been running marathons for the last several years. This was his first year running in "The Mayor's Run" with TEAM TCAA. Fortunately Erin Sparks asked Charles to join TEAM TCAA, and he has been a strong advocate for the Mayor's run ever since.
TEAM TCAA's Mayor's Run personal spokesman and all around encourager. Charles has great advice for less experienced marathoners and he's always inviting others to join the team. Charles completed the marathon in 3:42 time and raised over $2,300 for the Tempe Community Action Agency's Interfaith Homeless Emergency Lodging Program (IHELP)! When asked if the Mayor's run was instrumental in helping him get healthy he stated, "I had already embarked on a goal of becoming healthier, but what it did do is give a purpose for my running. It was great to be able to give back using something I enjoy, namely running." Way to go Charles!! For "The Mayor's Run"/PF Chang's Arizona Rock 'N' Roll marathon registration information contact Kathy! |
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IHELP NEEDS
There are many opportunities available to serve IHELP. We are still in need of the following help:
Toothpaste
Deodorant (full size please)
*WATER DRIVES: (with the weather heating up IHELP guests are in need of water to keep hydrated).
*Coordinate a Towel or Sheet Drive - so our clients can keep up their hygiene and keep their employment.
*Wash sheets for IHELP Clients - did you know when Communities/churches don't wash their own sheets IHELP Staff wash them? The IHELP Manager, the IHELP Coordinator, or the Communications Coordinator will wash the sheets. If you are interested in helping out, please contact IHELP.
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IHELP BUFFALO EXCHANGE RECIPIENT
Don't forget to shop Buffalo Exchange, forego receiving the shopping bag and drop your token in the TCAA IHELP bucket! Thanks Buffalo Exchange for designating IHELP as a recipient of these funds! We appreciate your commitment to the community and the environment. |
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Recipes & Google Groups...
Great recipes or ideas for IHELP can be posted on...
Let's build the files of IHELP clients favorite dishes. We are interested in hearing from you! Having trouble posting on google groups email Kathy to get started. Please feel free to make comments and suggestions, we welcome them! |
