Description:
Hestia's Children was founded in 1996 to provide a supportive, nurturing environment for mothers with dependent children. Mentors and other volunteers will provide on going support and guidance for these families as they make the transition to self-sufficiency.
The objective of this five-year program is to provide an environment for these families to realize their full potential as members of society.
Target Population:
This program is initially limited to residents of Anoka County. Our target population are those families who are on the "borderline" for requiring public assistance. A woman earning $10.00 per hour, for example, may be disqualified from public assistance. Realistically, this woman will have a very difficult time providing food, clothing, and shelter for her family.
More importantly, the degradation and endless cycle of frustration will be avoided.
Services:
Each unit of two families has a primary mentor who, in addition to providing ongoing guidance and support, will coordinate participant's use of community resources. Such community resources may include:
- conflict management and resolution training
- career assessment and training
- parenting classes
- purchasing and preparing nourishing meals
- financial planning and budgeting
- home maintenance
- community volunteer opportunities
During this five year program, affordable housing will be provided.
Referrals will come primarily from community action programs.
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