Genesee County Community Action Resource Department, 601 N Saginaw St Ste 1B, Flint, MI (2021)

07/08/2021

Look for our "Meet Up and Eat Up Vehicle along with Genesee Health Systems Mobile Unit!!

06/15/2021

June is TEFAP month! GCCARD is distributing emergency food assistance through our drive-thru at 2727 Lippincott Blvd, to all who qualify!

06/03/2021

Due to downed power lines, there will be no drive-thru TEFAP or CSFP distribution today at 2727 Lippincott Blvd. We will post if there are any changes.

06/01/2021

ATTENTION: Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) seniors. GCCARD is currently recertifying all CSFP recipients. Please call 810-789-3746 to complete your annual certification and maintain your eligibility.

05/18/2021

GCCARD is taking applications for the COVID Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) Program. Eligible clients can receive up to 12 months assistance with rental arrearages. Also, within the same program, utility assistance is available to include electric, gas, water, sewer AND Internet Services.

Call 810-768-4675 to make an appointment to pick up an application, or for more information.

05/04/2021

ATTENTION: Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) seniors. GCCARD is currently recertifying all CSFP recipients. Please call 810-789-3746 to complete your annual certification and maintain your eligibility.

04/23/2021

Genesee County Community Action Resource Department received $12,085,085 in federal funds to help tenants facing pandemic-related hardships avoid eviction while also ensuring landlords can recoup owed rent through the COVID Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) program.

Qualifying individuals can receive assistance for up to 12 months rental arrears and 3 months of projected rental assistance (Up to 15 months total). Qualifying households can also receive utility assistance for tenant supplied electricity, home heating, water, sewer and trash.

Eligible renters include households that have incomes less than 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) who meet the following conditions:

• Individual(s) in the household has qualified for unemployment benefits or has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or has experienced other financial hardship due directly or indirectly to the coronavirus outbreak; and
• Individual(s) in the household can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability evidenced by a past due utility or rent notice.

Applications can be picked up at GCCARD or printed online at: https://ceraapp.michigan.gov/.

Applications may be submitted in the following ways:
• In person via appointment only by calling (810) 768-4675
• Email to: [email protected]

Applicants may call GCCARD’s hotline at 810-768-4675 to begin the process if they do not have access to obtain the online application. All submissions must include the landlord and tenant applications along with all required documents. Those applications may be found here: https://www.michigan.gov/mshda/0,4641,7-141-5555-533463--,00.html

Frequently asked questions regarding CERA:https://www.michigan.gov/documents/mshda/CERA_FAQ_3.25.21_720404_7.pdf

Please complete this important survey to help determine the future of arts in our area. 🎨Your responses will help determ...

04/22/2021

Can you spare a few moments to take my survey?

Please complete this important survey to help determine the future of arts in our area. 🎨

Your responses will help determine the next several years of arts and cultural programming in Genesee County. The survey is 18 questions and should take 5-7 minutes to complete.

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Thank you in advance for your participation!

Please take the survey titled "Genesee County Arts Education and Cultural Enrichment Millage Public Survey". Your feedback is important!

04/20/2021

Drop-in COVID-19 vaccinations available today and tomorrow, no appointment necessary!

04/19/2021

GCCARD is still distributing drive-thru CSFP pick-up as well as site deliveries. Visit 2727 Lippincott Blvd, Mondays 9-noon and Tue-Thur 9-3:30 pm and stay in your vehicle. KEEP SAFE AND WELL!!

04/16/2021

COVID-19 Vaccine Scheduler

There is a NEW hassle-free way to schedule your COVID-19 vaccine appointment with the Genesee County Health Department! Visit https://www.gchd.us/vaccinescheduler/.ick and choose the date and time that works best for you.

Once you have scheduled an appointment, you will be able to reschedule or cancel as needed. You will receive either an email confirmation or text confirmation after scheduling is completed. New clinics will be added every Monday.

Pfizer is approved for use in those aged 16+ while Moderna is approved for 18+. If you are under 18, you must schedule your appointment at a Pfizer clinic.

04/14/2021

Has COVID-19 impacted your ability to pay rent? Help is now available to eligible Genesee County renters!

The COVID Emergency Relief Assistance Program (CERA) can help eligible renters with rental and utility assistance. For more information, follow this link: https://www.michigan.gov/mshda/0,4641,7-141-5555-533463--,00.html?fbclid=IwAR1vSYkCY2EtdIaQWe4BHNliSE2GuZqxIfs8pUJc01FqQZJ2RUj5K7l230U

Genesee County Community Action Resource Department received $12,085,085 in federal funds to help tenants facing pandemic-related hardships avoid eviction while also ensuring landlords can recoup owed rent through the COVID Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) program.

Qualifying individuals can receive assistance for up to 12 months rental arrears and 3 months of projected rental assistance (Up to 15 months total). Qualifying households can also receive utility assistance for tenant supplied electricity, home heating, water, sewer and trash.

Eligible renters include households that have incomes less than 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) who meet the following conditions:

• Individual(s) in the household has qualified for unemployment benefits or has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or has experienced other financial hardship due directly or indirectly to the coronavirus outbreak; and
• Individual(s) in the household can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability evidenced by a past due utility or rent notice.

Applications can be picked up at GCCARD or printed online at: https://ceraapp.michigan.gov/.

Applications may be submitted in the following ways:
• In person via appointment only by calling (810) 768-4675
• Email to: [email protected]

Applicants may call GCCARD’s hotline at 810-768-4675 to begin the process if they do not have access to obtain the online application. All submissions must include the landlord and tenant applications along with all required documents. Those applications may be found here: https://www.michigan.gov/mshda/0,4641,7-141-5555-533463--,00.html

Frequently asked questions regarding CERA:https://www.michigan.gov/documents/mshda/CERA_FAQ_3.25.21_720404_7.pdf

04/12/2021

Today, for #NationalCountyGovernmentMonth we are featuring Genesee County Community Action Resource Department (GCCARD).

GCCARD is a county department that operates a wide array of quality services for low-income individuals and families. Their goal is to help residents achieve greater economic self-sufficiency and stability.

GCCARD can assist residents with:

🏢 Rental and utility assistance
💼 Job training in order to find a permanent job
🏡 Seeking and finding of adequate housing if displaced
🏫 Head Start services for the young
🥗 Receiving of nutritional meals delivered on a daily basis
🔧 Receiving home improvement repairs when necessary

and so much more. Please reach out to their department at (810) 232-2185 if you or someone you know are experiencing any hardships.

04/08/2021

MTA’s Rides to Wellness has partnered with the Genesee County Health Department to provide free rides to vaccine appointments.

04/07/2021

Weatherization Wednesday Tip: Open curtains and blinds to allow the sun to warm your home as Spring temperatures warm up.

03/26/2021

Only a few days left for The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) distribution. Stop by 2727 Lippincott Blvd. Monday through Thursday next week, beginning at 9:00 AM.

03/23/2021

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

03/19/2021

If you’re looking to support a great cause, the Genesee County Community Action Resource Department is accepting donations for the Annual Walk For Warmth Campaign.

Donations will help people experiencing utility shut-offs during the colder temperatures.

Donations can be made by visiting: https://payments.g2gcloud.com/GeneseeCounty/1101

03/17/2021

Weatherization Tip: Don't forget to change the air filter in your homes to maximize the efficiency of your HVAC Unit.

03/17/2021

The Genesee County Board of Commissioner approved a grant award from the The U.S. Department of the Treasury in the amount of $12,085.085.30 for the purpose of providing emergency rental assistance for Genesee County residents.

Stay tuned for more information on the program and its qualifications!

03/08/2021

Timeline Photos

#InternationalWomensDay is celebrated annually on March 8th around the world. It honors womanhood and recognizes the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women globally.

The Genesee County Board of Commissioners is proud to employ hundreds of remarkable, hardworking women who contribute everyday to the betterment of our County. Today, we honor and thank each of them for making a positive difference, and pictured below are just a few of those female leaders of our organization.

Ellen Ellenburg - Genesee County Commissioner District 3
Meredith Davis - Genesee County Commissioner District 7
Debra Newman - Genesee County Commissioner District 8
Dr. Pamela B. Hackert - Genesee County's Medical Health Officer
(Genesee County Health Department)
Anita Galajda - Human Resources and Labor Relations Director
(Genesee County Human Resources and Labor Relations)
Mellissa Hayduk - Equalization Director
Chrystal Simpson - Chief Financial Officer
Lynn Radzilowski - Senior Services Director
(Genesee County Office of Senior Services)
Stephanie Howard - Genesee County Community Action Resource Department Director
(Genesee County Community Action Resource Department)
Deb Cherry - Genesee County Treasurer
(Genesee County Treasurer)

We're happy to have Leon Mize, an IGNITE (Inmate Growth Naturally and Intentionally Through Education) graduate a part o...

03/04/2021

I.G.N.I.T.E. Update

We're happy to have Leon Mize, an IGNITE (Inmate Growth Naturally and Intentionally Through Education) graduate a part of our team! Leon is at GCCARD's senior kitchen helping prepare 2,200 nutritious meals to homebound seniors in Genesee County.

For more information on our Meals on Wheels program, contact GCCARD at (810)-235-3567.

Sergeant Sprague checks in on Leon Mize, our first graduate of the IN2WORK Program!

03/03/2021

GCCARD would like to extend a special thank you to the SoleFam runners for volunteering to be at the forefront of our virtual Walk for Warmth Event. It was a fun and eventful day! Thanks again helping us bring awareness and raise money for heat emergencies!

You can still donate at
https://payments.g2gcloud.com/GeneseeCounty/1101

02/27/2021

GCCARD 28th Annual Walk for Warmth!

02/27/2021

02/26/2021

02/25/2021

In an effort to continue providing services to our community members, GCCARD holds an annual Walk for Warmth fundraiser and has done so for the past 28 years. The Walk for Warmth is a statewide effort to promote public awareness concerning people experiencing heat-related emergencies, such as utility shut-offs, during the cold winter months.

With so much going on in the world, the number of individuals in need of heating assistance has increased significantly. We ask that you help us continue these efforts by making a donation and share this information to help bring awareness to this cause. If you would like to make a donation, please use the following link: https://payments.g2gcloud.com/GeneseeCounty/1101 or mail a check or money order to the address below:

GCCARD
Attn: Walk for Warmth
601 N. Saginaw St.
Flint, MI 48502

02/17/2021

Wednesday Weatherization Tip: During these extremely cold days, please stay safe by NEVER using products inside your home that produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide. Keep all flammable materials at least three feet away from heating sources and supervise children around space heaters or fireplaces..

02/16/2021

Looking to get tested for COVID-19? Find a FREE Genesee County testing site here: https://www.gchd.us/covid19testing/

Testing is available at no-cost to all. Uninsured individuals are welcome. For those who do have insurance, information may be taken for the purpose of reimbursement by the testing site agency.