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| CONTACT
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Jennifer Carson, L.S.W
Dianna Fields, L.S.W.
Amanda Barnabas, M.S.W., L.S.W. |
| MISSION |
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Within the context of The Salvation Army's mission, the Department of Social Services strives to help people meet their social, emotional and material needs in an environment of trust, tolerance and dignity. We seek to encourage consumer empowerment by helping people build skills, strengths and potential within the framework of the family and community.
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| SERVICES |
Homeless Prevention Program- Families with children and individuals with no children can apply for assistance when facing a housing crisis such as eviction or utility disconnection. The Salvation Army case manager will work with families and individuals who fulfill eligibility requirements in order to assist a family from losing their current housing. Case managers will also address the factor that contributed to this housing crisis. The goal of the program is to help clients become financially independent.
Direct Housing Program - Homeless families with children can be referred by community agencies. Services include housing search, landlord advocacy, financial assistance, case management services (including case plan development, budget counseling, job readiness etc.) Home based supportive services will be provided to families for approximately three to six months.
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| ELIGIBILITY |
The Salvation Army Homeless Prevention Program has multiple requirements and funds are limited. Potential clients must meet income, employment and time guidelines. Clients must reside in Union County. The Salvation Army can assist client one time within a twelve-month period unless additional funds are available. A face to face appointment is required for assistance and documentation must be provided at the time of the intake appointment. Clients may call, but are encouraged to fill out an application for assistance.
The Salvation Army direct Housing Program - Families must be deemed homeless by: 1. having lost their housing/never having their own housing and 2. by currently living in a hotel/motel, in a vehicle, homeless shelter or outside. Families must wish to enter a housing stabilization program, having income (or the ability to obtain income) to sustain market rent housing and income must be at or below the 35% of Union County's median income. To obtain information in order to refer a family, please call Jennifer Carson at (937) 935-9709.
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| ADDITIONAL
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Applications for assistance are available at the reception desk at Union County Department of Job and Family Services.
10/07
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