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The Monroe County Department of Human Services is a complex agency that may present challenges to those in the community who are working with individuals in need of public benefits and services. Recognizing the potential for difficulties and the value of information, the Financial Assistance Division will be presenting: DHS 101. These informative sessions provide…

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The VA Finger Lakes Caregiver Support Program presents the 2023 annual Professional Caregiver Summit; “Improving the Health and Well-being of our Nations Caregivers”. The summit will be held on Thursday, June 29th from 9am – 12 Noon; it is virtual and there is no cost. The summit will connect the VA and community partners to…

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At the May HSN Meeting, Zora Raglow-DeFranco from the Empire Justice Center presented on their new website that assists people who need to request a Fair Hearing or are going through the telephone Fair Hearing process. The website provides information to help people succeed with the fair hearing process. The attached flyer has a QR…

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Reducing Barriers from a Criminal Record (Fair Housing Protections), Thursday June 1, 2023, 1-2 PM at the Central Library Arrest and conviction records can create significant barriers and challenges for people seeking safe, affordable housing. The Center for Community Alternatives, Judicial Process Commission, and Legal Assistance of Western New York present “Know Your Rights: Fair…

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Roc the Block is community-based hiring initiative that will bring businesses and recruiters to the city’s four quadrants throughout the summer and early fall. With this fun, local, block-party styled event, Rochester employers and residents can meet to discover employment opportunities. The events will take place on Wednesdays from 11am – 2pm. Please see the…

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REACH presented at the May HSN meeting on their proposed Tiny Home project that they are currently working on developing in northwest Rochester. Attached you will find the power point from their presentation. If you have any questions regarding the project please contact Marcia Reaver, Project Manager at tinyhomes@reachadvocacy.org https://letsendhomelessness.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/31/REACH-Community-Engagement-Presentation.pdf

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Dimitri House is interviewing for a Operations and Client Services Coordinator. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of all Dimitri House programs. The Coordinator reports to the Executive Director and the position includes interaction with clients, volunteers, administrative duties and coordination. Please see the attached job description for more details. Contact Laurie…

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The Veterans Stand Down and Job Fair will be held this year on September 15th from 11am to 2pm at the Public Market. This annual event sponsored by the Veterans Outreach Center, Department of Veteran Affairs and the Monroe County Veterans Service Agency. They are looking for organizations to have tables to share information and…

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Arrest and conviction records can create significant barriers and unexpected challenges when looking for a job. The Center for Community Alternatives, Judicial Process Commission, and Legal Assistance of Western New York present “Know Your Rights: Applying for a Job” – the first in a four-part workshop series. Income eligible attendees can also be fingerprinted for…

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