Genesee County Community Action Resource Department

12/29/2020

🚨The deadline to apply is TOMORROW!

We have received emergency plumbing repair funding to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, by ensuring low-income households in Genesee County have access to water for washing and disinfecting surfaces.

This program, funded by Michigan’s coronavirus relief dollars, will make sure low-income households have hot and cold water, at least one working toilet, a shower, a kitchen faucet and a laundry tub. Interior, exterior, well and septic plumbing work are covered as well.

Contact us today at (810) 232-2185 to find out if you qualify and to obtain additional information!

12/22/2020

GCCARD Distributes FREE Chromebooks, Internet Hot Spots, Masks & Water to Families.

As part of the Digital Divide Grant, GCCARD was able to give away brand new Google Chromebooks, cases, free internet hot spots from T-Mobile for 1 year, over 800 cases of water and masks to many families in the Community.

Special thanks to our Executive Director, Stephanie Howard, Commissioner Ellen Ellenburg, Commissioner Bryant Nolden and the amazing GCCARD staff for your sacrifice and helping to positively impact so many families!

12/17/2020

GCCARD helps seniors safely quarantine by providing household items

Executive Director, Stephanie Howard at the helm of GCCARD making a difference during these crucial times!!

GENESEE COUNTY, Mich. - GCCARD is helping shut-ins safely quarantine by providing household items. These are “q-boxes” and the “q” is short for quarantine. Genesee County Community Action Resource Department delivering essentials to home bound seniors. jpeg. GCCARD (The Genes...

12/11/2020

We have received emergency plumbing repair funding to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, by ensuring low-income households in Genesee County have access to water for washing and disinfecting surfaces.

This program, funded by Michigan’s coronavirus relief dollars, will make sure low-income households have hot and cold water, at least one working toilet, a shower, a kitchen faucet and a laundry tub. Interior, exterior, well and septic plumbing work are covered as well.

Residents can take advantage of the program through December 30, 2020.

Contact us today at (810) 232-2185 to find out if you qualify and to obtain additional information!

12/09/2020

Genesee County Meals on Wheels needs drivers

If you're looking for a way to get involved in your community, please consider applying for our mobile meals delivery position: https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=2847009...

Genesee County Meals on Wheels is one service the most vulnerable look to for a meal each day.

12/08/2020

This past weekend, GCCARD partnered with Catholic Charities and many local service providers to connect individuals and families who may be facing or who are experiencing homelessness.

We were able to give away things like food, clothing, face masks, information on housing aid, social services and much more. This is what community action partnership is all about.

Thank you Commissioner Ellen Ellenburg and Commissioner Elect Meredith Davis for stopping by and helping GCCARD staff!

12/05/2020

12/05/2020

12/03/2020

We have recently received emergency plumbing repair funding to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, by ensuring low-income households, in Genesee County, have access to water for washing and disinfecting surfaces.

This program, funded by Michigan’s coronavirus relief dollars, will make sure low-income households have hot and cold water, at least one working toilet, a shower, a kitchen faucet and a laundry tub. Interior, exterior, well and septic plumbing work are covered.
Residents can take advantage of the program through December 30, 2020.

Contact us today at (810) 232-2185 to find out if you qualify and to obtain additional information!

12/02/2020

Join our team and apply today!

Part-time employment opportunities include:

📌 Custodian
📌 Kitchen aide
📌 Mobile meals driver
📌 Retrofit installer
📌 Transportation aide

Visit this link to view the full job descriptions and to apply: https://www.gc4me.com/hrhome/job_vacancies_NEW.php

Join us and be a part of a great team at GCCARD that helps eliminate barriers and level the playing field for the poor, seniors, children and the hard to serve population of Flint and Genesee County.
We offer many rewarding and challenging career opportunities to individuals who want to make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve.
PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
CUSTODIAN
KITCHEN AIDE
MOBILE MEALS DRIVER
RETROFIT INSTALLER
TRANSPORTATION AIDE

Visit this link to view the full job descriptions and to apply: https://www.gc4me.com/hrhome/job_vacancies_NEW.php
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12/02/2020

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12/02/2020

This morning Genesee County Board of Commissioners approved the following items for GCCARD:

A modification of an agreement between GCCARD and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, to provide additional funding for COVID-19 water-coronavirus aid and relief & economic security funding for various communities in Genesee County.

Additionally, Commissioners approved an agreement between GCCARD and Rapid Relief Team for the Michigan Q-Box Program. The purpose of this program is to deliver “Q” Boxes to qualified Genesee County residents that contain food and/or household items. The items will be delivered to eligible residents as determined by us.

We at GCCARD are committed to moving our organization forward to continue serving our residents to the best of our ability. For more information on our programs and services, please visit our webpage at https://www.gc4me.com/resident/gccard/index.php or call our office at: (810) 232-2185.

The following items were approved at our Board of Commissioners meeting this morning:

✅ Approved a contract between Genesee County Courts and Catholic Charities Shiawassee and Genesee Counties to provide substance abuse treatment to all drug court recipients.

✅ Approved a grant award from the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs in the amount of $16,000. This grant will help provide strengths-based, trauma informed visual and performing arts workshops to youth detained at GVRC, and to youth at the Learning Co-op.

✅ Approved a grant award of the STOP Violence Against Women Grant to continue partnering with the Genesee County Prosecutor and YWCA Greater Flint to combat domestic abuse, sexual assault and stalking in Genesee County. The term of the grant is from October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

✅ Approved a grant award for the 2021 VOCA Service to Victims of Elder Abuse Grant for the purpose of providing services to elderly crime victims. the term of this grant is from October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

✅ Approved a grant award from the USDOJ Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant the Genesee County Sheriff's Office. This grant will provide 50% reimbursement costs for the replacement of vests.

✅ Approved a grant award from the State of Michigan to help support the Genesee County Veteran Services Enhance County Services project.

All agenda items from today's meetings may be found here: http://geneseecountymi.iqm2.com/Citizens/default.aspx.

Our last Board meeting of the year will be held virtually next Wednesday, December 9th. All items from today's committee meetings will move to the full board agenda and residents will have an opportunity to make public comment. Those interested, please send your comment to [email protected].

12/01/2020

Genesee County Board of Commissioners

In honor of #GivingTuesday, we'd like to share this video that was taken last year of GCCARD employees and volunteers. They explain what giving back to their community means to them.

If you're looking for a way to get involved, please consider applying for our mobile meals delivery position: https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=2847009&B_ID=44&fid=1&Adid=0&ssbgcolor=17143A&SearchScreenID=11290&CountryID=3&LanguageID=2

If you’re in the spirit of giving this #GivingTuesday, Genesee County Community Action Resource Department are in dire need of drivers for their Meals on Wheels program. Hear from volunteers and staff explain their take on what giving and GCCARD means to them.

11/18/2020

Please welcome Stephanie Howard as our new Executive Director!

This morning, the Genesee County Board of Commissioners unanimously appointed Stephanie Howard as Executive Director of Genesee County Community Action Resource Department!

Previously the Deputy Director of the organization, Stephanie has shown through her passion and dedication to Genesee County residents that she will be a great fit for this new role.

Congratulations, Stephanie!

11/17/2020

GCCARD has received a grant for technological resources including devices and annual subscriptions to local internet connections.
This will help low-income individuals and families have the resources they need for virtual learning as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.

*Eligible low-income individuals must be an active participant in one or more GCCARD programs.

Call GCCARD at (810) 232-2185 for more information and qualifications.

11/13/2020

⚠️ Beginning Monday, November 16th our office will be servicing residents by appointment only. Call our office at (810) 232-2185 for more information and to schedule your appointment.

11/10/2020

We are grateful to be part of the Local Leadership Group (LLG), that advocates for children and continues to make their future a top priority.

If you want to learn more about how you can become involved with the LLG email [email protected] or call (810) 238-3333.

Voices for Children gives thanks today for systems-building for early childhood. Specifically the Genesee County Home Visiting Local Leadership Group (LLG) which it is our honor and pleasure to facilitate and sponsor. This group meets monthly to develop and implement a continuum of early childhood evidence-based home visiting services. That means programs like Early Head Start, Head Start, Parents As Teachers, Nurse Family Partnership and Maternal Infant Health Programs (MIHPs). One thing that makes this group special is our parent leaders who give their time to helping make sure that local home visiting services are available for all families who need them and are high-quality and helping ensure that local babies are born healthy, children are developmentally on track and ready to succeed in school. Thanks to all our LLG partners including GISD Early Childhood & Parent Involvement, The Official Site of Beecher Early Head Start Program, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Genesee County Child Protective Services, Hurley Nurse Family Partnership, Genesee County Community Action Resource Department Early Head Start, Mother Strong Maternal Infant Health Program, LLC, Ascension at Home (MIHP), Genesee County Health Department, Genesee County Healthy Start, Early On Genesee County, Parent Partners, Grand Blanc Parents as Teachers, Easter Seals Family Services, Michigan Department of Education, Michigan State University Extension, Child Care Network, Genesee Health System, The Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit, Michigan Education Association, Fenton Area Public Schools, Mott Community College, Stimson Consultation, Reverence Home Health Care (MIHP).

If you want to learn more about how YOU can become involved with the LLG email [email protected] or call (810) 238-3333.

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11/03/2020

Genesee County Board of Commissioners recently approved the COVID Response – Senior Housing Program to provide relief for senior housing facilities impacted by the COVID-19 Pandemic. Grant Applications are available beginning November 2 until November 20, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. Program Guidelines and all related documents can be found at: http://gcmpc.org/covid-response-senior-housing/.

Grants will be available in amounts up to $10,000 and will be administered through the Genesee County Metropolitan Planning Commission (GCMPC). Grant awards will be eligible for costs incurred between March 16, 2020 and Mach 31, 2021. Eligible costs under the grant include items such as PPE, supplies, and services for seniors that were utilized to prepare for or respond to the Coronavirus Pandemic.

“During these unprecedented times, our senior citizens have been coping with the challenges this pandemic has presented. Being a vulnerable population to this illness, it is crucial that we continue to support and protect our senior citizens and their living conditions while we move forward as a community.” – Derek Bradshaw, Director-Coordinator of the Genesee County Metropolitan Planning Commission.

For more information about this Grant Opportunity, please contact the Genesee County Metropolitan Planning Commission at (810) 257-3010 or email [email protected].

10/30/2020

Rent, utility, and mortgage assistance available for those in need!
To qualify, your household must be considered low/moderate-income, and be able to show a loss of income due to the pandemic. Qualified applicants may receive up to 6 months of assistance.

For more information about this opportunity, visit www.gcmpc.org/cares-act-rental-assistance/ or contact the Genesee County Metropolitan Planning Commission.

10/29/2020

TIME IS RUNNING OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY! DO NOT MISS IT! Do you have a plumbing issue? GCCARD may be able to help! The purpose is to provide water repairs to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 by ensuring qualified homes have access to water for washing and disinfecting surfaces. This program covers interior, exterior, well and septic tank plumbing repairs. Call today to provide your contact information for an appointment! 810-787-0199 or 810-232-2185.

10/28/2020

Rent, utility, and mortgage assistance available for those in need!
To qualify, your household must be considered low/moderate-income, and be able to show a loss of income due to the pandemic. Qualified applicants may receive up to 6 months of assistance.

For details, see the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and “How to Apply” at this website: http://gcmpc.org/cares-act-rental-assistance/?fbclid=IwAR2mJhCUAM6viXJciB_ereeDjITkBfTK70OdmrVCG0Rd7cJ91OGH6Kl-3Ko

Genesee County is pleased to announce a county-wide Rental Assistance opportunity! Genesee County has established the Rental Assistance Program to assist low-to-moderate income households with access to up to six months of mortgage, rent or utility assistance to mitigate the impact of income losses caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and associated Executive Orders. Grant awards will be eligible for income losses experienced after March 16, 2020 and applicants must be able to document a loss of income as a direct result of the Coronavirus Pandemic. For more information visit http://gcmpc.org/cares-act-rental-assistance/ or contact one of the following agencies:

GCCARD (810) 232-2185
Catholic Charities (810) 600-4525
Metro Community Development (810) 767-4622

10/23/2020

The Neighborhood Services Center provides a number of emergency services to low income and working poor families in Genesee County. The Center's staff assists residents to prevent utility shut-offs, eviction, and ultimately homelessness.

10/15/2020

Join us and be a part of a great team that helps eliminate barriers and level the playing field for the poor, seniors, children and the hard to serve population of Flint and Genesee County.

We offer many rewarding and challenging career opportunities to individuals who want to make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve.
Open positions:

🆕 CLERICAL ASSISTANT
🆕 COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER
🆕 CUSTODIAN
🆕 KITCHEN AIDE
🆕 MOBILE MEALS DRIVER
🆕 RETROFIT INSTALLER
🆕 SITE ASSISTANT
🆕 TRANSPORTATION AIDE

Visit this link to view the full job descriptions and to apply: https://www2.appone.com/Search/Search.aspx...

10/08/2020

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This program, funded by Michigan’s coronavirus relief dollars, will make sure low-income households have hot and cold water, at least one working toilet, a shower, a kitchen faucet and a laundry tub. Interior, exterior, well and septic plumbing work are covered.

Residents can take advantage of the program through December 30, 2020. Contact us today at (810) 232-2185 to find out if you qualify!

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10/07/2020

Genesee County Board of Commissioners

Genesee County Board of Commissioners approved an agreement with AARP to provide training and work opportunities for seniors. GCCARD will provide meaningful training and work experience to participants. Work experience can be gained in all areas of our agency from stock clerk to clerical training with the various programs within GCCARD. As the host agency, we will play an important role in the lives of the SCSEP participants in enhancing and/or learning new skills towards their objective of obtaining unsubsidized employment.

Commissioners also approved various purchase orders that will help us better serve participants of our Head Start Program.

For a full list of approved agenda items, visit this link: http://geneseecountymi.iqm2.com/Citizens/FileOpen.aspx?Type=1&ID=2599&Inline=True

Genesee County Board of Commissioners fully approved the following items at this morning’s Board meeting:

Approved an agreement with H2A Architects to provide architectural services and improvements at Wolverine Campground. H2A Architects will evaluate building conditions, ventilation & lighting, campsite amenities, and potentially create 30 new campsites to better serve campers.

Approved a contract with Easter Seals of Michigan to provide intensive community-based therapeutic service to court-involved youth as an alternative to residential placement. Easter Seals of Michigan offers a variety of services ranging from traditional outpatient behavioral health services to more intense community based services including case management and intensive homebased services.

Approved a professional services contract with Flint Odyssey House to provide substance abuse counselors for care coordination in pre-court reviews, court hearings, delivery of treatment services, and clinical documentation into the Drug Court Case Management System for parties involved in Genesee County Sobriety Court.

Approved a grant award from the Automobile Theft Prevention Authority for the purpose of assisting with investigations and prosecution of person charged with automobile theft and related offenses in Genesee County. Normally, they provide 50% of funding but this year have increased their award by 10%!

The following items have been approved to move from committee to full board on October 21, 2020:

An agreement with AARP to provide training and work opportunities for seniors. Genesee County Community Action Resource Department (GCCARD) will provide meaningful training and work experience to participants. Work experience can be gained in all areas of our agency from stock clerk to clerical training with the various programs within GCCARD. GCCARD as the host agency will play an important role in the lives of the SCSEP participants in enhancing and/or learning new skills towards their objective of obtaining unsubsidized employment.

A request to reappoint Commissioner Ellen Ellenburg to serve as a member of the Genesee County Land Bank Authority.

For a look at today's Board and committee agendas, visit this link: http://geneseecountymi.iqm2.com/Citizens/default.aspx
Meeting minutes will be uploaded to our website later this week.