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The Center for Family Resources http://www.thecfr.org

The Center for Family Resources

995 Roswell Street NE

Suite 100

Marietta, GA 30064Map this

Since 1960, CFR has helped thousands of low-income and homeless individuals and families with employment, education, and housing services; leadership development programs; mentoring opportunities; and temporary financial and food assistance. Guided by organizational values of Family, Integrity,...

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Name: Susie Ivy
Position: Communications Manager
Email: susieivy@thecfr.org
Phone: 770-428-2601

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Direct ServicesMany families experience a temporary financial crisit due to loss of job, illness, divorce or other unexpected events. The CFR Direct Services Program provides financial assistance for basic needs to stabilize families in crisis situations and prevent homelessness. Offers assistance including: - Rent/Mortgage - Utility Assistance - Food Pantry - Prescription - Transportation
Housing ServicesCFR addresses families' immediate needs and provides a safe and secure alternative congregate shelters by placing them in their own apartment. CFR Housing Services Program includes: - Housing for families for as little as 90 days and up to two years. - Supportive services such as financial assistance for childcare, education, job training and medical and mental health expenses are provided as well as referrals for additional services. - CFR staff builds a "case plan" for each family to identify root causes of the crisis situation and works with them to set and accomplish goals geared towards a long-term, stable and sustainable future. CFR also owns and operates Cambridge Woods Apartments, a 320unit complex that offers affordable housing to individuals and families in Cobb County. Operated as a non-profit venture, rent is maintained low.
Employment/Education ServicesThe Center for Family Resources provides a variety of programs to assist with employment skills including: - GED Preparation - designed to meet the needs of the non-traditional student. Classes are offered in the afternoons and evenings. - Employment Readiness - interviewing skills, job search and retention skills and resume preparation. - Career Builders - workshops including Customer Service, Problem Solving, Workplace Communication, Effective Job Search Methods, Goal Setting and Overcoming Employment Challenges. - Life Skills Training - workshops including Time Management, Parenting, Child Development, Conflict Management, Stress Management and Personal Finance Management. - Computer Training - Offers affordable computer training in popular office software to business and individuals (Microsoft Office 2007 applications).
Community Leadership DevelopmentThe Center for Family Resources' Community Leadership Development (CLD) Program trains community residents to be proactive in identifying and solving problems in their community. In turn, participants bring meaningful changes to t heir communities by building local capacity and working positively with their local government. CFR coordinates a 12-week series of workshops on topics including Understanding Leadership, Effective Communication, Conducting Successful Meetings, Group Dynamics, Problem Solving and Decision Making and Local Government.

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Mentoring ProgramThe Center for Family Resources' Mentoring Program matches up to 30 disadvantaged youth, ages 11 to 18 years old with a caring adult mentor in order to develop a long-term, supportive relationship. The program is designed to help youth improve their social and educational skills, learn the importance of staying in school and develop a positive outlook for the future. The Mentoring Program includes activities like: - Sporting events, college and university visits, museum trips and volunteer projects. - Enrichment activities including Character Education, Leadership Training, Conflict Resolution, Tutorial Session and Computer Training.

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Youth MentorTuesday, August 26, 2008 - Thursday, December 31, 2009-Volunteers needed to serve as mentors for children and adolescents ages 11-18. -Each mentor is paired with a child whom they work with for at least one year. Mentoring times are set up by the mentor and teen (most mentoring is done on the weekends). **Male mentors encouraged to apply! -Mentors must be at least 18 years old, be able to commit for a minimum of one year, and have the flexibility to work with their teen 2-3 hours per week. -Volunteers who have experience working with kids and teens are preferred.

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Job Lab CoachTuesday, August 26, 2008 - Thursday, December 31, 2009-Volunteers needed to serve as mentors to clients utilizing job lab giving guidance regarding job applications, resumes, interviewing skills, and job searches. -Some additional topics include interview role play, keeping clients on track with their goal plan established by case manager, cold calling techniques, managing logistics when going on interviews-bus routes, timing, etc., dress for success, cover letters, email management. -Internet and basic computer skills required. Background or experience in human resources a plus. -Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays 9:00 a.m. -12 p.m.
GED Preparation VolunteerTuesday, August 26, 2008 - Thursday, December 31, 2009-Volunteer need to assist with administering the TABE pre-testing in GED Prep Program. -Must be able to work with students from diverse backgrounds. -Experience in tutoring, teaching, or exam facilitation a plus but not required. First week of every month Tuesdays and Thursdays 6 p.m. - 8:30pm.
Cobb County Flood Relief FundThursday, September 24, 2009 - Thursday, December 31, 2009After the Flood: Cobb County Neighbors Reach Out to One Another The Center for Family Resources to Manage Cobb County Flood Relief Fund Marietta, Ga. (September 24, 2009) On Thursday, September 24, The Center for Family Resources (CFR) hosted a Community Response to Flooding forum. The meeting brought together more than 50 human service organizations, local government and business leaders and faith-based groups to discuss ways to effectively and efficiently provide services to the Cobb County victims of historical flood devastation. The forum came just one day after CFR was approached by the Cobb County Legislative Delegation to organize and manage a Cobb County Flood Relief Fund. Members of the delegation including Representatives Judy Manning, District 32 and Ed Setzler, District 35 attended the forum Thursday to encourage the collaborative efforts across the county. “We are a community of one and it has hurt everyone, said Representative Manning. We are all impacted whether personally, our families or our neighbors. The members of the delegation are hoping this community will pull together, build good will and help each other.” In Cobb County, preliminary reports show as many as 1,700 homes are lost or damaged. The water is believed to have crested above a 500-year flood level leading to countless homes and businesses without flood insurance suffering severe damage. Although a presidential disaster declaration has been made, when federal dollars begin to flow, the financial assistance available to homeowners will be in the form of low interest loans and grants funding only a portion of uninsured losses. As a result, CFR is accepting cash donations through its website at www.TheCFR.org.

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Stock CFR's Food Pantry!Rising prices at the pump and in the produce and dairy aisles have created difficult financial situations for many of our neighbors in Cobb County. Many families have found their way to CFR, seeking assistance for the very first time. Thank you for remembering CFR and the families in need in our community. Here’s how you can help stock CFR’s Food Pantry! The items we need include: • Canned fruits and vegetables • Canned meats (tuna, chicken, etc.) • Pasta, rice, beans • Peanut butter • Canned soups • Cereal • Laundry detergent • Diapers
Cobb County Flood Relief Food Donations NeededThe Center for Family Resources is accepting non-perishable food donations as we serve Cobb County residents affected by the floods. Basic pantry items, hygiene items and cleaning supplies are accepted including bread, cereal, peanut butter and jelly, canned meats (tuna, chicken, etc., soups, pasta), bottled beverages, diapers, toilet paper, paper towels, multi-purpose cleaners, bleach, sponges, etc.

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Cobb County Flood Relief Fund Gift Cards NeededThe Center for Family Resources is accepting donations of gift cards to support Cobb County families and individuals affected by the flood devastation. Donors are encouraged to purchase gift cards from 'one-stop shopping' sites such as Walmart or Target. Gift cards can be delivered at the CFR office at 995 Roswell Street, Marietta, GA 30060

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Cobb County Flood Relief Fund Donations NeededThe Center for Family Resources has been approached by the Cobb County Legislative Delegation to organize and manage a Cobb County Flood Relief Fund. The fund will go directly to Cobb County families and individuals affected by the floods. Donations can be made on the CFR website at www.TheCFR.org.

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