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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...
Partners of the East Arlington Family Support Center:
We would like to share an important update. As a few of you may have already learned, Marcela Nava, the Family Support Center's Manager, has tendered her resignation from the ACH Child and Family Services. Her last day at the EAFSC will be Friday, June 29th. We are both saddened for the loss and excited that she will be continuing her work to strengthen the capacity of communities, although on a grander scale. Fortunately, many of you will continue to have contact with Marcela in her new role. Marcela will move to the University of North Texas Health Science Center as their first Community Engagement Manager at the Center for Community Health.
You can continue to refer individuals to services through the EAFSC by calling 817-277-3050 or emailing familysupport@achservices.org.
In the days and weeks to come, ACH will be continuing to meet with stakeholders to determine the future of services that we are offering in the 76010 community. We value your input and would welcome any thoughts on this that have not already been communicated to us through stakeholder groups or stakeholder surveys. If you wish to contribute to this discussion, please email Alan Schonborn at aschonborn@achservices.org.
The impact of Marcela's work in East Arlington since 2009 has been extremely valuable for many children, families, service providers and other family and community advocates. Although she will leave behind very large shoes to fill, I know you will join me in wishing Marcela only the best in her personal and professional life.
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Family/Youth Opportunities...
Therapeutic groups for children and teens available this summer. The Betty Ford Center Five Star Kids Groups are designed for children between 7-12 years old. Programs are held at various locations on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Read more...
PAL Program: Free Summer program for AISD students. Must be going into 7th or 8th grade. Week-long program allows kids to interact with the Arlington Police Department in a safe and educational manner. Includes horseback riding, Putt Putt, Firehouse visists, and more. Read more...
Camp Kitsu Kicks Off! This is Arlington's newest outdoor adventure summer camp on the banks of Lake Arlington. Includes canoeing, fishing, archery, nature crafts, and much more. To register or learn more about Camp Kitsu, contact the Dottie Lynn Recreation Center at (817) 277-5001.
Register today for Summer SMART Camps! Girls Inc. will hold weekly camps throughout the summeron various science topics. Read more...
Take 25 minutes to talk to your kids about Safety. Not sure what to say? Learn some tips on safety at home, at school, and out and about. Read more...
Marriage 101 classes available for marriage preparation and marriage enrichment. Classes are offered at First Christian Church on Sunday morning from 9:45am-10:40am beginning June 24. Various topics included. Read more...
Registration is now underway for full day and mini camps at Arlington recreation centers and Indoor Swim Lessons Open. Camps are available for all ages and include full-day fun camps, sports camps, math camps, outdoor camps, teen camps, mini camps, and more. Indoor swim lessons open up for fall registrastion on July 1. To learn more, visit www.naturallyfun.org.
UT Arlington Summer Camps are available. Fitness Adventures, Athletics, Band, Cheerleading, Music, Science and more are available. Overnight camps such as Bridge to Engineering are also offered for 9th and 10th grade students. Read more...
Summer Day Camp available for high school students interested in health care. 2012 Camp Med is a two-week camp held at Tarrant County College for high school students and includes hands-on health care experiences. While the cost is $250 per camper, scholarships are available. Read more... |
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Community Events and Resources
All Smiles Dental Clinic invites families to a day of fun. Thursday, June 28, 10am-2pm at 1604 New York Ave, Arlington, TX, 76015. Free snow cones, face painting, crafts, and bounce house. Read more...
Light Up Arlington 2012. Food, fun, fireworks and more are all available at the Levitta Pavilion on July 3. Two live music stages and the Boomtown Children's Area provides hours of fun with bounce houses, face painting, and carnival games as well as train rides, a petting zoo, and more. For more information visit naturallyfun.org or call 817-459-5474.
Mobile Food Pantry brings food assistance to East Arlington every month. Once a month, on the first Wednesday of the month, the Tarrant Area Food Bank, in collaboration with Arlington Urban Ministries, has a Mobile Food Pantry parked at Aldersgate UMC, 2201 E Park Row, Arlington, 76010. Food includes basic food pantry items, as well as fresh vegetables and meat. Normal distribution time is between 10am-12pm, and several pounds of food are distributed. No appointment is needed. Individuals are advised to bring a suitcase or bag to carry food. For more information, email a_u_m@sbcglobal.net or call 817-861-8585.
Money available to prevent eviction and homelessness. Program may pay rent or utilities up to three months to landlord or utility company, or assist with security deposit. Must live in Arlington and have eligible income. Read more...
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Health/Wellness Opportunities...
Free Diabetes class with the Mansfield Diabetes Education Group. Free information classes are held the 2nd Thursday of the month at Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, 7pm-8pm. Read more...
Eighteen kids have already drowned in Texas this year. Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death for kids under the age of five and toddlers are especially at risk. Read more...
Low-cost immunization events for children across Tarrant County. Several events and locations throughout Tarrant County provide opportunities for low-cost vaccinations for children returning to school. CHIP/Medicaid accepted. Read more... |
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Educational and Training Opportunities...
Arlington ISD State of the District Address. The AISD Board of Trustees will deliver a message on the up-coming 2012-2013 school year. A "must hear" event for faculty, administrators, parents, and more. August 13, 2012 at the Mac Bernd Professional Development Center. Read more...
Culinary Arts Job Training. Are you interested in working in the food service/hospitality industry, but need job training? To be considered for this free training, attend an information fair on Monday, July 2 at 1pm or Tuesday, July 3 at 9am at the Tarrant Area Food Bank at 2600 Cullen Street, Fort Worth, 76107. Read more...
Oil and Gas Production Technician Training. No cost for program. Open to men and women. Must be able to lift 60 lbs, be heat and cold tolerant, mechanically inclined, no criminal background, and have reading and math assessments. Information meetings are Tuesdays 10am-11am. Call Raquel Ortiz at 817-927-4050 to reserve your seat. Read more... |
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Employment and Financial Opportunities...
Electric Bill Assistance for Tarrant County residents. Eligibility requirements apply. School district employees who do not work during the summer can also receive assistance. Read more...
Rental Assistance and other Services available to prevent homelessnes in veterans. Housing for Texas Heroes is a program through MHMR of Tarrant County is offering rental or mortgage assistance up to 100% of monthly payment for up to 6 months; payment for Section 8 housing; and catch-up payments for past due rent/mortgage to prevent eviction. Call 817-569-4660 for an appointment. Funded by the Texas Veterans Commission.
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...
2012 United Way Legislative Briefings. Three different hearings in June are scheduled across Tarrant County to inform you of health and human service issues that need to be addressed in the upcoming state legislative session. Read more...
June and July Training Opportunities. Compiled by the Aging and Disability Resource Center. Read more... |
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Volunteer and Advocacy Opportunities...
Volunteers needed for Math Camp offered by H.O.P.E. Tutoring. This is a two week session, Monday-Thursday, helping students in grades 3-5 learn basic facts, problem solving, etc. Each volunteer works with one student. Volunteer training is on July 23 from 9:30am-11:30am at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church. For more information, call 817-860-7757 or visit www.hopetutoring.com.
Volunteers needed to help with fun, easy shifts in collecting popcorn donations. Popcorn popping is conducted at the Tarrant County Subcourthouse at 700 E Abram, Arlington, 76010 to benefit programs of Project R.E.A.C.H. Read more... |
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In the News...
A new tool in the fight against infant mortality? UTA researchers design a device to monitor newborns' breathing. Read more...
There is an 18 percent increase nationally in children raised by relatives and family friends. Kinship caregivers encounter emotional, legal and financial challenges. Read more...
Worried about how the state budget is affecting school districts? The Arlington Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a presentation from the Texas Taxpayers and Research Association that discussed the revenue picture for Texas when the 83rd Legistlature meets next year. Read more...
Recent study estimates that the costs of child abuse and neglect to taxpayers will be over $80 billion in 2012. Prevention of child abuse is not just common sense--it's financial sense. Read more...
The Arlington Police Department's May issue of "On Call" celebrates graduates, the participants of Arlington's Citizen Police Academies. Read more... |
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