Support Works Reunion

Our Support Works program has been in operation for five years and we thought it was time for a reunion to catch up with clients and see what everyone was up to. 

 

Our volunteers started making calls to past clients.  We found that the majority were working or in school!  Many could not attend our reunion because of their work and academic commitments.  

 

We enjoyed each others company and were delighted with the further accomplishments made by our clients after graduation from Support Works. 

Originally Support Works was developed to help women out of the cycle of dependence on our services and work towards self-sufficiency.  We originally provided job readiness training, support group, and connection to community resources. 

Betty Hall, from our Board of Directors, attended to show her support for our Program.  Mary Ann Chappelle Program Manager, Betty Hall, Bobby Jordan, and Holly Taylor are Soroptimists.  The Sorportimists have provided monetary and volunteer support that has been essential for Program operations. 

Some of our graduates took time off from work to attend.  We were touched by their devotion to our Program.  Many of these graduates happily return as volunteers and help us at events and specialized work days. 

Marcie and Bill



After a couple of years of operation, we started to include men in our Program.  Bill was one of our first male clients. 

 

Support Works has extended our services to include: 

 

Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday:  Caseworker is available by appointment

Monday thru Friday:  Information and Referral

Tuesday:  Job Readiness Training by appointment

Tuesday and Wednesday:  Help navigating Public Assistance Programs by appointment

Wednesday:  ESL and GED Preparation Distance Learning Classes

Please call at 916-685-8453 for appointment or more info. 

 

 

Support Works - a program provided by Elk Grove Food Bank Services

9820 Dino Drive, Suite 140

Elk Grove, CA  95624

916-685-8453

 

A Visit During Her Summer Break

Shobie attended our Support Works Program a few sessions ago.  She worked on and through different issues during her time with us.  After Shobie completed Job Readiness and Life Skill classes, she volunteered at our Front Desk answering phones and providing clients with information.  I think while she was helping us at Elk Grove Food Bank Services, she was figuring out how and what to do next in her life to work toward her goals. 

Shobie decided to attend Cosumnes River College.  She has completed two semesters.  Today Shobie came in to visit and update us on her progress.  We were not aware of her artistic interests and talent; she told us about her enjoyment and success in recent classes in Printmaking and Ceramics and declaring her major in Art. 

We found out that jobs are available to those who attend CRC.  As a Teacher's Assistant in the day care center on campus, Shobie enjoys her job interacting with and caring for the youngest ones on campus. It is her hope to combine these two interests, art and children, and be able to teach and share with children her love of the Arts.

We are so happy and proud of Shobie, and her pursuit of education in an area that she is excited about.

Support Works
Job Readiness Training - Tuesdays, 10:00a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Life Skills Classes - Thursdays, 10:00a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
GED Prep and ESL Classes - Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

9820 Dino Drive, Suite 140
Elk Grove, CA  95624
916-685-8453

ESL and GED Prep Classes at EGFBS!!

Wednesday, April 11, 2012, is the start of English as a Second Language (ESL) and General Education Diploma (GED) Preparation classes at Elk Grove Food Bank Services.

In these Distance Learning classes you will check out DVDs and workbooks to work on at home. Visit your Distance Learning teacher once a week for one-on-one tutoring (15 minutes). Then check out the next DVD in the series.

This program provided at Elk Grove Food Bank Services in partnership with Elk Grove Adult and Community Education and is sponsored by the City of Elk Grove. Registration and materials fee is $55. Food Bank clients may qualify for a fee waiver.

What: ESL and GED Preparation Classes

When: April 11, 2012 to June 27, 2012

Wednesdays 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Where: Elk Grove Food Bank Services

9820 Dino Drive, Suite 140

Elk Grove, CA 95624

Registration and materials fee: $55; Food Bank clients may qualify for a fee waiver

Contact: 916-685-8453, extension 5 for information and reservations