You are invited to join United Way PACE (Partners & Agencies Collaborating & Educating), a learning series for agencies in our area. The goals of the learning series are to help increase capacity, aid staff as they are working with clients and improve collaboration. A variety of topics will be offered for all levels of staff.
Upcoming Sessions:
Understanding the Basics of PTSD and Navigating VA Care: Behavioral Health and PACT Social Work Resources Explained
February 24 at 10 a.m.
Presented by Devon Kariker, MSW, LCSW and Ashley Dickerson, LMSW from the Department of Veteran Affairs. This presentation is designed to help the community understand the basics of PTSD as well as the resources available through the VA and how the system flows to support veterans and their families.
Strategies to Help Clients Attain and Maintain Housing
March 17 at 2 p.m.
A panel including St. Joseph Housing Authority, Family Guidance Center Housing Liaison and Top Hand Property Management. Panelists will share strategies on helping clients attain and maintain housing, tips for working with landlords and property managers and the process for income-based housing.
United Way Resources 101 will be:
- February 11
- May 13
- August 4
- November 10
Sessions are held at: United Way of Greater St. Joseph (118 South 5th Street, St. Joseph)
and via Zoom (Zoom.com or 312.626.6799; Meeting ID 895 1945 7972; Passcode: 151782).
Additional topics and sessions are added throughout the year. Check back periodically to learn about new sessions.
Registration is not required. Contact United Way at 816.364.2381 with any questions.
