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SUMMARY:Home Stretch Homebuyer Workshop - Grand Rapids
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking of buying a home but don’t know how to start?\nLong-term successful homeownership starts with solid information. Home Stretch is an in-person – classroom style – workshop taught by experienced professionals. Get objective\, practical information to make the best homeownership choices for you and your family. \nHomebuyer Workshop Topics: \n\nQualifying for a mortgage/loan programs\nBudgeting\, credit issues\, and saving for a home\nShopping for a home and realtor services\nProfessional inspections/appraisals\nClosing/title insurance/homeowners insurance\nFinancial responsibilities as a homeowner\nPre-purchase counseling services\nDown-payment and Closing Cost assistance for eligible buyers\nSpecial loans for first-time homebuyers and other offers\nAnd more!\n\nYou’ll leave our workshop with confidence\, great resources\, and a Home Stretch Certification! Down-payment and closing cost assistance\, of up to $5\,000\, is available for income eligible buyers! \nPlease preregister\, this is class is popular and space is limited. \nThe $40 registration fee covers your class materials. \nIf you are in need of accommodation (e.g. a sign language interpreter\, materials in large print\, etc.) please contact us two weeks prior to this event.
URL:https://www.kootasca.org/event/home-stretch-homebuyer-eduation-workshop-6-2/
LOCATION:KOOTASCA GR Offices-Early Childhood Hub\, 822 NE 5th Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MN\, 55744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homebuyer Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandy O'Fallon":MAILTO:sandyo@kootasca.org
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SUMMARY:Circles of Support Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Social asset programming activities provide an opportunity for people in poverty to build skills\, social assets\, and engage in community life. Social support through human connections helps to ward off the effects of stress\, depression\, anxiety and other health problems. Positive social interaction and encouragement builds hope for the future. \nWeekly facilitated meetings provide a framework for developing relationships across socio economic class and race lines. Social asset building meetings provide a safe\, healthy\, and consistent atmosphere to grow social skills and self-confidence. \nWhile building a social support network\, people who engage in Circles of Support learn about resources and community opportunities that can help them achieve their goals. \nIn order to bridge the gap between those who struggle financially in our community and those who do not\, non-poor community members are welcomed and encouraged to engage in weekly meeting activities.  \nIn addition to individual development\, Circles of Support is an opportunity to learn about poverty; about the systemic barriers that keep poverty alive; and about how communities respond to poverty. \nSocial Asset building:\nPoverty is the common denominator that brings people to Circles of Support. In addition to poverty\, meeting attendees come from a diverse collection of life experiences that drive them to seek support. Examples include but are not limited to: \n\nisolation & loneliness\nchemical dependency\ndivorce\ncustody issues\ndomestic violence\ncommunity reentry after incarceration\nfood insecurity\ndysfunctional relationships\nphysical disabilities & obesity\nmental health stability\nhomelessness\ngrief\nrebuilding healthy social support\n\nThe Circles of Support community meets every Thursday evening. Meetings begin at 6:00 pm at the Circles of Support office. A meal is provided each week from 6:00 pm to 6:30 pm. \nMeeting discussions are designed to promote social interaction and learning. Topics revolve around an understanding of one’s self and their community as well as systemic barriers that impact forward mobility. \nCircles of Support meetings open and close with very specific cognitive restructuring activities that encourage focus on positive aspects of life despite any negativity that may be present. \nRelationships created through this process value life experiences and allow learning to happen across differences without placing blame. Progress toward self-selected goals is recognized and celebrated. \nSkill building activities are woven into meetings including financial literacy\, self-empowerment\, and leadership. Additional activities such as picnics\, artistic opportunities\, and recreational outings are scheduled throughout the year. \nEligibility\nCircles of Support social asset building activities are open to people experiencing poverty related issues as well as community members who are not in poverty but have an interest in befriending people who struggle with poverty related issues. \n\nMeeting attendees must be at least 18 years of age\nSobriety at meetings is expected. Meeting attendees are not under the influence of alcohol or drugs\nMeetings attendees possess the ability to demonstrate appropriate group meeting behaviors and respectful social interaction\n\nLearn More About Circles of Support
URL:https://www.kootasca.org/event/circles-of-support-meeting-3/
LOCATION:KOOTASCA Circles of Support Office\, 811 NE 4th St\, Grand Rapids\, MN\, 55744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Circles of Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michelle Toven":MAILTO:michellet@kootasca.org
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