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Do you have any information you would like to share? Send your information in a short paragraph along with attachments, to familysupport@ achservices.org
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East Arlington Family Support Center News...
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Family/Youth Opportunities...
Building Assets in Youth During Spring Break. Seasons of Change, Inc. is promoting a week of abstinence awareness, service learning projects, food, games and more March 12-March 16 from 8am to 5pm, free to youth ages 10-16. Read more...
The Parenting Center launches online classes starting March. Includes topics such as Why Family Rules Don't Work and Managing Temper Tantrums. Register online.
Healthy Marriage Conference on February 18, 2012 in downtown Fort Worth at Norris Conference Center. Includes a day of interactive workshops, including presentations in Spanish and relationship experts. Read more... |
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Community Events and Resources
Community Cafe: Come meet your neighbors and learn about Project REACH on Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 5:30pm at the Hugh Smith Recreation Center. Project REACH is a partnership between the City of Arlington, the Department of justice and YOU-our neighbors. Our mission is to strengthen communities by providing opportunities to get connected and to creatively address issues and tackle challenges of the community. Learn about some of the resources available in your community and to connect to important services within the Police Department and other local agencies. Read more...
Surviving Disaster: How Texans Prepare is a video series to help individuals, families and communities prepare against disasters. This spring, severe weather will threaten Texas as it does every year. Read more...
The Veterans Assistance Program is a new program to address needs of Veterans and their dependents in financial assistance, referral and supportive services. To apply, fill out the application online or call 2-1-1, select a language, and pres option 1 to speak to a Military Specialist. |
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Health/Wellness Opportunities...
The American Heart Association invites you to Vestido Rojo on March 31, 2012 from 8am-1:30pm at Tarrant County College Trinity River Campus. This event is designed to promote good health and prevention of cardiovascular disease, stroke, diabetes, and obesity that endanger Hispanic/Latino and other women.
Open Arms is a new FREE Health Clinic in Arlington located at 3921 W. Green Oaks Blvd., Suite D. Walk-ins welcome. Includes well-checks, chronic disease management, non-emergency problems. Must be uninsured or underinsured, or below 200% of the federal poverty level. Hours: Tuesdays 7pm-9pm and Fridays 10am-4pm. Read more...
The CHIPmedicaid.org website reflects new co-payments for CHIP and revised income limits for both CHIP and Children's Medicaid. The website can be used to manage CHIP medical and dental plans, search for CHIP doctors and dentists in the area, and update your contact informatoin. An online application is also available to apply for CHIP/Children's Medicaid and to renew CHIP coverage. |
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Educational and Training Opportunities...
 Arlington ISD Transfers begin February 25. The PEIMS department will accept transfer requests Saturday, February 25 through Friday, March 30. Read more...
STAAR is a new accountability system that replaces TAKS. Learn more through a new video that is available in English and Spanish.
A new Visitor Management system starts Monday, February 13 at all AISD schools. This check-in system will require all visitors to present a state-issued ID or to provide their name and date of birth. Read more...
The Arlington Public Library's LibraryLiNK program provides innovative library service to Arlington ISD. With student IDs, students can check out items, access online learning services, search the catalog, and more. Read more...
Action Parent 2012 is an IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Act) mini-conference and workgroup coming to Fort Worth on June 9. Conference is free, but registration is required. Topics include bullying, behavior, communication, self-advocacy, and more. Read more...
Goodwill of Fort Worth's North Texas Institute has ten seats open for a telecommunications course. The course if 4 weeks in length and is not free, but has scholarships for thost who qualify. Read more...
Community Kitchen is a free 16-week culinary arts job training with employment services. Culinary training provided by professional chefs.You must attend a training fair on March 19 at 1pm or March 20 at 9am at the Tarrant Area Food Bank, 2600 Cullen Street, Fort Worth, 76107. Read more...
Women Veterans' Summit on March 3, 2012. Experts will lead focused sessions on issues of importance to Texas women veterans from every branch of service. Free meal and basketball game. Read more...
Oil and Gas Production Technician Training. This program is available at no cost to women and men that meet the program requirements. Training begins March 2012. Information meetings are Tuesdays 10am to 11am. Call Raquel Ortiz at 817-927-4050 to reserve your seat. Read more...
Computer skills classes available for women. Morning and evening class times; Keyboarding, MS Word and Excel; Small class settings; Childcare and Dinner. Read more...
As part of the Champion Education Initiative, the Arlington Chamber Foundation has a $2,500 scholarship available to one 2011-2012 graduating AISD student who plans to attend either UTA or TCC. Click here to download the application. Deadline is February 29.
If you are an adult 19 years or older with a high school diploma or GED certificate or about to receive your certificate, who is a U.S. citizen or legal resident without a bachelor's degree and interested in going to college, contact the Educational Opportunity Center at www.uta.edu/eoc. Find out about the free services available to Tarrant and Dallas counties' residents and apply online to begin. You can select either Jennifer Silvany-Sánchez or Joseph Santos as your advisor to meet in the Arlington location. |
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Employment and Financial Opportunities...
Project HIRED is a new program that helps job seekers remove legal obstacles to their employment, such as inaccuracies on criminal records or difficulties getting a driver's licensed based on problems with a driving record. For more information, contact John Shaw at Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas at 817-339-5316 or shawj@lanwt.org.
Feeling lost when it comes to money? Let money school lead you to a Straight A Financial Future. A free financial education program that covers financial planning, credit counseling, and matching savings. Enroll today for Saturday, February 25, 2012 from 9am to 1pm. Read more...
Women Veterans Resource/Job Fair. Thursdary, March 8, 2012 from 9am to 3pm at 1402 Corinth Street, Dallas, TX 75215. Contact: Blas Rueda-Caraballo at rueda-caraballo@blas.dol.gov or 972-850-4459. Read more...
Easter Seals North Texas will have a DIVERSITY JOB FAIR on Thursday, March 1, 2012 from 1pm to 3pm at Easter Seals North Texas, 1424 Hemphill, Fort Worth, TX 76104. There will be a pre-job fair event on February 28 from 10am to 11am to help you make that important first impression. For more information go to www.ntxeasterseals.com or call 1-888-617-7171. Read more...
The annual CareerSolutions Community Job Fair is set for Tuesday, April 17. Over 100 employers are expected. Read more...
Do you know anybody looking for a job? Find us on Facebook to access the latest jobs, job fairs, training opportunities, and other events!
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Provider and Networking Opportunities...
The Texas Healthy Adolescent Initiative (THAI) invites organizations to its Local Community Leadership Meeting. The objective of THAI is to improve the overall health and well-being of Texas adolescents. Meeting is from 11:30am to 1:30pm on Wednesday, February 22 at Seasons of Change Headquarter Office. Read more...
Adult Protective Services presents "A Leap for Help: Protecting the Vulnerable" on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at Catholic Charities. Read more...
Community Connections on Monday, February 27, 9am to 3pm is a one-day event bringing together local human services providers. This event is for members of the faith-based community and human service professionals. Location: First United Methodist Church, 313 N. Center St., Arlington, TX. Contact: bkellar@northdavischurch.org. Three schedules include Human Services, Educational Resources, and Health and Counseling Services. Read more...
Tarrant County Community Voices in Partnership for Health invites you to join on March 7, 8:30am-11:30am. John McKnight is the guest speaker. Visioning presentation focuses on visioning efforts, process, statements, and keeping vision and values alive. RSVP by February 24, 2012 to arespinoza@tarrantcounty.com.
"Non-profit grantseeking basics with Foundation Directory" will be held on Thursday, March 15, 10am at the Central Library on 101 E Abram St. Read more...
Youth Service Providers Training on "Program Development: Utilizing the 40-Developmental Assets" available through Seasons of Change on March 21, 9am to 12pm. Training is free, trainer is Dr. Diane E. Clemons. Read more...
Save the Date: 2012 United Way Arlington Report to the Community. Join as we unveil the Youth Priority Issues Report, celebrate our 2012 Human Service Innovation Award recipient, recognize volunteers, and more. Wednesday, April 18, 2012 from 11:30am to 1:30pm at Cacharel Restaurant, 2221 E. Lamarb Bld. RSVP by April 5 to Sandra Kinloch at: 817-548-9595 or sandra.kinloch@unitedwaytarrant.org.
The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Tarrant County presents Training and Events for February and March 2012. |
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Volunteer and Advocacy Opportunities...
Outstanding Small Business & Non-Profit Organization Awards. The Arlington Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for businesses. Nominations due March 2, 2012. Read more...
The Volunteer Center of North Texas (VCNT) is one of the largest and most active volunteer centers in the country. A primary purpose of the VCNT is to recruit volunteers, including individuals, corporations, and civic and faith-based groups, to serve nonprofits and their clients throughout the North Texas area. For more information, visit www.vcnt.org.
Job transportation program in Arlington may have to end sooner than expected due to high demand. Contributions or other funding is needed to continue this valuable services. Read more...
Feeding Frenzy needs volunteers for popcorn poppng and donations. Feeding Frenzy is a popular event that provides lunch for Sam Houston High School Students and allows them to interact with members of the community. Read more... |
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In the News...
Child Abuse and Neglect cost the United States $124 billion. A single child abuse death costs about $1.3 million, while the average cost per victim of nonfatal abuse/neglect is $120,012. Read more...
In 2011, 5,888 children were abused and neglected in Tarrant County. Although this number actually decreased from 2010, Tarrant County still has the second highest number of abused and neglected children in the entire State of Texas. Read more...
Arlington police are recognized with accolade. The department won an endorsement of excellence from the accrediation agency. Read more...
Arlington's latest mass transit talk is driven by a student. A UTA student plans to meet with local public transportation advocates and a business group to work up a detailed plan and funding possibilities to boost her eventual council presentation. Read more...
City launches www.MyArlingtontx.com. On this platform, news from various platforms such as a broadcast channel and electronic newsletters come together.
The February issue of On Call, the NEW Police Department Community newsletter, is available. Read it online at www.arlingtonpd.org.
The Arlington Police is asking for help to find its Top Ten Most Wanted fugitives. As of January 18, 2012, Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest of these fugitives. If you have any information on their location, PLEASE contact Safe City Commission Crime Stoppers at 817-469-TIPS or www.469TIPS.com. Click here to see pictures.
The Family Support Council of Tarrant County presents its February 2012 Newsflash. Available online at http://familysupportctc.org.
The latest e-Arlington newsletter is available (Vol 4, Issue 8). Click here...
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