Visit to Johnson Park Center, Utica , NY May 29, 2014

1. Visit to Johnson Park Center, Utica, NY May 29, 2014 Rapid Response Workgroup 167 Polk Street, Suite 320 Watertown, New York 13601 Voice: 315-788-4660 Fax: 315-788-4922 www.jcasac.com

2. Based on the ABC Principles • A – Accountability • B – Boundaries • C - Commitment

3. Brief History • Founded in September 1995 by Reverend Maria Scates • Volunteer driven • Dedicated to serve • Youth • Families • Homeless • Ex-offenders • People in recovery

4. Join Positive Change • Community Development • Special Needs Housing • Nutrition • Recreation • Mentoring and Advocacy

5. Community Development • Renovation of properties • Creation of a Youth Center • Playground • Basketball court • Community garden • Food pantry

6. Youth Drop-In Center and Feeding Program • Open to all children – year round • Positive, safe environment • Nutritious meals served every day • Homework help • Literacy classes • Technology training • Life skills and self-esteem building activities • Structured recreation

7. Youth Voice Initiative • Trains young people ages 9 to 16 to speak up • Be leaders • Be positive role models • Resist crime and violence • Stay substance free

8. Permanent Supportive Housing • Permanent Supportive Housing • Recovering from behavioral and mental health disabilities • Rebuild the families • Preparation to re-enter the workforce

9. Family Emergency Shelter • Traditional and non-traditional low-income families regardless of their composition

10. Nutrition • Community Food Pantry • Community Garden

11. Mentoring and Advocacy • Pre- and Post-Employment Mentoring, Training, and Support Services for Ex-Offenders • Resume writing • Searching and applying for jobs • Preparing for interviews • Obtaining appropriate work attire • Ongoing coaching and support