Local Spotlight
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Families and individuals must have a safe home with healthy food for everyone who lives there in order to work toward a higher degree of prosperity.
- Children’s Home Society of Virginia Foster Care Adoption – Nadine Marsh-Carter
- Feed More’s Meals on Wheels – Amory James
- Housing Families First’s Rapid Re-Housing – Beth Vann-Turnbull
The path to prosperity begins at birth. Children must be born into safe homes with families who are socially, emotionally and financially prepared to care for them.
In order to be kindergarten-ready, young children need quality early education, strong relationships with families, a safe and secure home environment and regular health and developmental screenings and support.
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Kids who are reading proficiently by third grade are four times more likely to graduate high school on time.
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- How to Promote Literacy at Home – Tanya Elliott
- Preparing for a New School Year: Elementary School – Shelby Bartilotti
- Preparing to Educate – Joan Rhodes
Attendance and success in middle school are critical in keeping students on track for on-time graduation and preparing them to continue their education after high school or secure a self-sustaining job.
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- Big Brothers Big Sisters, Inc. – Ann Rohde Payes
- Communities in Schools of Chesterfield – Jay Swedenborg
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A high school diploma is a critical milestone on the path to a post-secondary degree and/or a self-sustaining career.
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As they continue their education or enter the workforce, young people need access to skills and training that enable them to secure and maintain gainful employment with a living wage.
In addition to covering basic expenses, families and individuals need financial stability to avoid debt, build savings and prepare for unanticipated expenses.
Older adults and persons with disabilities must be emotionally and physically healthy, financially secure and socially connected.
Agency Q&As
- Circle Center Adult Day Services – Amy Bodman
- Jewish Family Services – Wendy Kreuter
- project:HOMES – Lee Householder
Spotlights
- Longevity Project – A History of Leadership
- A Recipe for a Connected Community – Longevity Project Team
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