Help for people who have been released from a correctional facility make a successful transition to community life. Assessment of the individual's needs, discussion of options, and direction which may include housing location assistance, job placement and retention services.
Financial workshop offered weekly that helps participants understand the basics of budgeting, the emotions behind spending, and own personal history with money in order to manage money better, create a savings plan, pay down debt, and improve credit score. Certificate given upon completion of two hour course.
Self paced online course for those seeking to build work related computer skills in pursuit of a job or career are available online in the computer lab.
Assistance for current year taxes available during the general tax season, and assistance available with up to 3 years past year returns after April. VITA cannot prepare returns for businesses, rental property, or complex stock transactions.
Offers prerequisite finance course which connects individuals wanting to start or grow a small business with a three to one matched savings account to acquire funds, and other community resources for small business education.
Assistance in obtaining birth certificate and/or state Identification Card for those seeking employment.
Offers a variety of financial courses, as well as a financial coach, who can meet with clients one on one to help build a budget, understand credit, create a savings plan, organize/ pay down debt, and connect with matched savings programs.
Helps clients make and achieve career goals by helping with resume, job search, interview skills, and connecting with appropriate training, education, or mentoring programs.
Helps people (particularly those with a criminal background or other gaps in employment) create a resume, find/ apply for jobs. Computer lab available for resume building and job searches during business hours.
Offers prerequisite course that connects individuals and families to a three to one matched savings account commonly known as an IDA. The savings from IDA can be used to buy a home (first time homebuyers), small business, or be used for postsecondary education and training.
Assistance in obtaining birth certificate and/or state Identification Card for those seeking employment, including those with criminal backgrounds.
Helps people (particularly those with a criminal background or other gaps in employment) create a resume, find, and apply for jobs. Computer lab available for resume building and job searches during business hours.