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Connecticut Association for Community Action (CAFCA) Receives Award for Federal Diaper Distribution Program
CAFCA Press Release-2023 Diaper Grant
Untangling the ‘predictable calamity’ of Connecticut’s child care industry to find solutions
CT Public - This hour, we hear from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood Commissioner Beth Bye, and members of the recently-formed Blue Ribbon Panel on Child Care. A new draft of a five-year plan, expected to be finalized by December, outlined possible solutions, including a pay raise. GUESTS: Beth Bye: Commissioner, Connecticut Office of Early Childhood Monette Ferguson: Executive Director, Alliance for Community Empowerment in Bridgeport Karen Lott: Executive Director, Women’s League Child Development Center in Hartford Allyx Schiavone: Executive Director, Friends Center for Children in New Haven Jessica Sager: Executive Director, All Our Kin
Groton Organizations Approved For Neighborhood Assistance Programs
Patch - The State of Connecticut Department of Revenue Services announced the approved proposals under the 2023 Neighborhood Assistance Act (NAA) Tax Credit Program. Five Groton organizations were approved. The Thames Valley Council for Community Action, Inc.'s Early Learning and Family Executive Center was approved at 100% for $150,000.
New Haven neighborhood has the most people vulnerable to extreme heat
NBC CT - When the temperature rises, seniors, children and people with certain medical conditions are more likely to succumb to heat-related illness and even death. U.S. Census Bureau data analyzed by NBC shows that as extreme heat events become more frequent, the poorest Americans will be the most vulnerable. Heat vulnerability is measured by 10 risk factors including income, crowded housing conditions, disabilities and lack of health insurance. In Connecticut, an estimated 2.6 million people, more than half of...
Goya donates 7K pounds of food at Greater Hartford Puerto Rican Parade kick-off celebration in New Britain
News 8 - The countdown is on! The Greater Hartford Puerto Rican Parade and Festival del Coqui is happening Sunday at Bushnell Park in Hartford. As excitement builds for this year’s vibrant display of Puerto Rican culture and heritage, organizers kicked off the festivities with a big donation event for families on Tuesday at New Britain Stadium. The parade kickoff celebration focused on celebrating community and solidarity.
CAFCA Announces New Board Officers and Interim Executive Director
The Connecticut Association for Community Action, Inc. (CAFCA) announced New Board Officers and its Interim Executive Director. CAFCA has named Rhonda Evans Interim Executive Director. Rhonda has worked with CAFCA as the Deputy Director for many years supporting and promoting the values of the Community Action Agency Mission. Rhonda holds a Bachelors of Science degree from University of Connecticut, is a Certified Community Action Professional and a Results Oriented and Management (ROMA) trainer. The CAFCA Board also has announced the...
Film Catalyzes Conversations About Black Maternal Health
New Haven Independent - The panel for the screening consisted of six Black women doctors, nurses, and health professionals working and leading in the field here in New Haven and across the country. From Dr. Cynthia Hall McCraven, a well-known OB/GYN who leads with her desire to impact health outcomes for Black women, to Kulwinder Nicole Bajwa, a nurse midwife who works tirelessly to elevate the role of midwives and changes how the medical profession addresses issues of maternal health, the panel was impressive.
Community Renewal Team Unveils Upgraded Family Shelter Amid Rising Homelessness
CT News Junkie - Community Renewal Team, Inc., showed off renovations Monday to its family shelter in East Hartford, making it a more welcoming place for families who have lost their homes. CRT Vice President Christopher McCluskey said the ongoing renovations showcase a broader problem, though: homelessness continues to rise and lawmakers in Connecticut and Congress need to address the problem.
Plan for 150-slot childcare center moves forward in Groton
The Day- A plan to build a $17 million childcare center and expand the number of childcare openings in town moved a step forward on Tuesday. The Groton Planning and Zoning Commission approved a special permit for Thames Valley Council for Community Action for a 23,000-square-foot childcare facility at 36-38 Central Avenue that will partially replace its current facility and expand the number of spots for children. The proposal would increase the number of childcare spots from a maximum of...
Hartford pledges $300K for youth summer work program. An ‘important opportunity to earn a paycheck’
Hartford Courant - CRT is one of 7 agencies in the Hartford area selected to administer the Summer Youth Employment and Learning Program. This program works to connect youth in the region with paid summer jobs that will promote career readiness and skill development. Participants are residents ages 14-21 living in a north-central Connecticut community or are Hartford residents ages 14-24. Wages range from $14 to $18 per hour, depending on program placement and the participant’s age. Participants are supported...