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Personnel changes: On January 1, Judy Hanish officially returned to Citizens Concerned for the Homeless as the Executive Director. Tom Isakson and his family have moved to Arizona. In addition to Judy, the shelter has two new employees, Theresa Morris, and Christina Robinson, resident technicians. They round out our other experienced staff employees: Barb Nichols, Gladys Hicks, and Debbie Bonds.
Shelter activities: Thanks to a generous community the holidays were joyful and toys were plentiful. During December and January the shelter, with the help of Housing Opportunities and the Michigan City Housing Authority were able to find housing for six of our families and, 83% of our residents were able to find employment. With the opening of the Grace Learning Center (GLC), we now require all shelter residents to attend Budgeting and Banking classes, provided by PNC Bank.
Needs fulfilled and outstanding: The Michigan City Exchange Club fulfilled a shelter holiday wish on February 1st, by delivering over 500 rolls of toilet paper. At this time of year, the shelter is always in need of blankets, and comforters. When our residents leave the shelter we always provide them with their bedding, in addition to donated kitchen equipment and a food basket.
Updated: February 2012
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Grace Learning Center (GLC) is located next to Sandcastle at 1007 West 8th Street. It was a new addition to CCH activities in 2011.
Recent Activities
- The first group of reading tutors have been trained;
- Learners have committed to doing the work it takes to prepare for their GED’s;
- Through a partnership with PNC Bank, community residents have learned how to prepare a household budget and understand the basics of personal banking.
Thanks to those community members who have donated equipment, books, supplies and toys for our child care room, as well as a donation of desks from the Michigan City Police Department.
Current Needs
- Financial contributions
- Product donations
- Volunteers
- Learners
Debbie Bonds, Program Director of Grace Learning Center has 20 years of program management experience, advancing literacy in LaPorte County. She can be reached at 219.879.6788, GraceLearningCenterMC@gmail.com
Updated: February 2012
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