BraVo!

Creating Windows of Opportunity

By: Katie Sobiech

It was just another day at the Salvation Army when Mark Powers noticed a touching interaction between JB Barker, a volunteer at the Salvation Army, and a BraVo! volunteer. Bravo, which stands for Building Relationships and Volunteer Opportunities is a branch of the United Disability Services (UDS) programs.

“United Disability Services is an organization for people who are physically and mentally disabled,” Courtney Deal, the program’s supervisor said, “We have several different adult day services. Our BraVo program started from them.”

BraVo! creates a greater awareness of the skills and abilities of people with disabilities and how everyone is able to contribute to the community in a meaningful way. The BraVo! team is currently available Monday through Friday during daytime hours to help local non-profit and civic organizations supplement their volunteer needs.

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A Valentine’s Day Concert with Praise-Apella and Mark Rein, February 14th

Looking for something special to do this Valentine’s Day? Get your tickets now for a concert at Hope Community Church in Hudson (3033 Middleton Rd.). Doors open at 6 PM, concert starts at 7. Form more information on Praise-Apella visit
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Continuum of Care Community Meeting, February 17th

Join members of the Continuum of Care to find solutions to help the homeless in our area. Meeting is from 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM at the Haven of Rest.
For more information please contact Helen Tomic
at 330.375.2090.

Project RISE Love and Learn Doll Project, February 18th

This sewing workshop is built for anyone of any skill level that is interested in making dolls and other projects for young children who are experiencing homelessness. You will meet other doll makers and find out more about local family homelessness and how these dolls are bringing comfort, love, and learning. Patterns and some materials will be provided. Please bring a portable sewing machine, sewing supplies, and materials if possible. Workshop will be held at Trinity United Church of Christ,
915 N. Main Street, from 6:00-8:00 PM. For more information or to RSVP contact Sharon Woods at 330.699.4185 or Jennifer Sullivan at 330.753.6265.

Continuum of Care Steering Committee Meeting, February 18th

The CoC is made up of a group of individuals who are working towards breaking the cycle of poverty in Summit County. Meetings are open to all who are interested. This meeting will be held at ACCESS, Inc. from 1:30-3:00 PM. For more information please contact Helen Tomic, City Planner, at 330.375.2090.

True North Prison Ministry Topical Training, February 23rd

Mr. Darrin Ford from SCJ Detention will be speaking on a topic related to the youth. Information provided will equip leaders on how to handle certain issues with teens. Attendance of one topical training is required each year for True North volunteers.
Training will be held at Faith Bible Fellowship,
126 W. Overdale Road in Tallmadge. For more information please contact 330.896.2700.

Project Homeless Connect Meeting, February 25th

This is the first meeting for those interested in PHC, a large, one day event for the less fortunate in the community. Leaders and those interested in helping are encouraged to attend meetings to put together this big event. Last year the event was held at the Chapel, where the homeless were offered a variety
of services and opportunities. They were fed, given medical exams, showers, clothing, and offered free items and a variety of resources within the community. The meeting will be held at the Chapel, 135 Fir Hill, from 1:30-3:00 PM. For more information please contact Helen Tomic, City Planner, at 330.375.2090.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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