ENGAGING TEEN/WOMEN ON THEIR OWN TURF
To empower homeless women, single mothers, women of domestic violence and children so that they are enabled to overcome hardships. This is a process where people are encouraged to take charge of their lives. They do this by addressing their situation and then act to improve their access to resources and transform their consciousness through their beliefs, values, and attitudes.
HOME SWEET HOME
The objective of the ENGAGING TEEN/WOMEN ON THEIR OWN TURF program is to bring hope in what seems like a very hopeless situation. We provide programs that teach families new skills, earn a living get back on their feet.
WHAT WE DO
WCI goes to your location to find out what your living conditions are like.
We offer different services, assess what you may need help in, as well as showing families how to live and maintain a safe and healthy environment
Engaging Teen/Women On Their Own Turf must Participate In all Classes
SERVICES DESCRIPTION
Food – Our goal is to assist women, so they become independent successful members of society. To do this, we must first address barriers the women in our program are faced with. Not having any food to feed themselves and their children is a significant barrier. Women Connection Incorporate (WCI) provides food to these families to free their minds from worrying about where their next meal will come from so, they can focus on rebuilding their lives.
Cooking Classes- We understand the importance of making healthy choice even when it comes to eating. To help our clients live a healthier life- style, we provide: Nutrition education and cooking classes through partner with Houston Food Bank/ Galveston County Food Bank. Our clients also learn how to create a budget to maximize the finances they have or the benefits they receive through SNAP and other sources
Employment Assistance – Finding employment that provides consistent income is vital. We partner Workfaith Connection to equip women with what they need to successfully land a job. Not only does Workfaith provide outfits for interviews, but they also give interview guidance and support.
Financial Coaching – We offer financial coaching as well as financial education classes to teach women how to get out of debt and be financially responsible with their credit.
Educate Children- Teach children all age groups basic academics, and other life essentials skills. First year college, and single mother with continuing education Women Bible Study/Prayer : To build spiritual growth, and help with encouragement.
Homeowners Program:
Home Purchase Process. Credit Report Information & Tips. Down Payment Assistance Program
Self – Esteem Classes- Many women and their children suffer from poor self-esteem because they endured traumatic situations. Low self-esteem is a barrier that has a profound rippling impact on the lives of the women we serve. Through our partnership with the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program, the women we work with can attend WIC’s self- image and healthy living classes to begin to build their self-confidence.
Therapeutic Raise Garden- A therapeutic raise garden is an outdoor garden space that has been specifically designed to meet the physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of women and children.
