Congressman Space congratulates Ohio on LEADing the nation in weatherizing homes
Bradley and Space Cut Cake
Ohio’s Community Action Agencies and weatherization providers have used funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to improve the comfort and energy efficiency of more homes than any other state. Congressman Zack Space called it a step toward reinventing America’s economy.
“Community Action is a spark which is going to ignite a very important part of the new economy,” he told the nearly 100 people gathered at the home of Jim and Darlene Carr just outside of Newark in Licking County.
The Carrs hosted a demonstration of weatherization techniques to celebrate the milestones the state has reached in disbursing the $267 million it is receiving from ARRA for weatherization. Congressman Space, Ohio Department of Development Director Lisa Patt-McDaniel and National Community Action Foundation Executive Director David Bradley congratulated Ohio’s weatherization providers in improving more than 10,000 homes across the state using ARRA funds.
June 11, 2010 at 6:14 am | Community, Home Weatherization, News | No comment
LEADS Early Head Start
Grant
LEADS was awarded the Early Head Start Grant that started in December 2009 through September 2010 in the amount of $685,667. With this program we are able to provide services to 72 pregnant women, infants and toddlers. LEADS is applying to continue the program from September 30, 2010 through September 29, 2011 in the amount of $946,398. If LEADS receives this grant, we would continue to be able to provide services to 72 pregnant women, infants and toddlers.
LEADS is currently running the program in Licking, Delaware and Union County in collaboration with the Help Me Grow Program in each county. Licking County provides services to 48; Delaware County provides services 12; and Union County provides service to 12. The program in Union County is a one of a few unique Early Head Start programs in the nation as it services 7 women with infants at Ohio Reformatory for Women.
What is Early Head Start?
LEADS Early head Start is a NEW comprehensive, home-based program where families get regular, personalized, one-on-one information to help them understand and enhance their baby’s growth and development. The program also supports expectant families in preparing for their new baby. We provide services to children with disabilities.
What Does Early Head Start offer?
Home Visits
Each family is assigned a home visitor who will come to your home weekly, hour and half visit. Parents have the opportunity to interact with their children and participate in developmentally appropriate activities.
Socializations
Twice a month families have the opportunity to socialize with other families with infants and toddlers in a fun stimulating environment.
Health and Wellness
We will help keep your child healthy and well. In collaboration with Help Me Grow, we help with nutrition, mental wellness, and disability services.
Prenatal Services
These services include comprehensive prenatal and post-partum health care, prenatal education, and breastfeeding education.
Who is eligible for Early Head Start?
Early Head Start is a program for pregnant women and children 0–3 years of age and their families.
June 9, 2010 at 1:51 pm | Early Head Start, Head Start, LEADS Services | No comment
LEADS Provides Cooling Financial Relief to Licking County
Did you know an estimated one in ten residential utility consumers in Ohio were cut off from gas or electric services in the past year because they didn’t pay their bills?
Everyone knows someone who has struggled to pay utility bills at some point in their lives. If you or someone you know is struggling with bills, tell them about the LEADS Summer Crisis Program, created to help Licking County income elfigible households who’re in need of assistance with paying their eolectric bill.
An income eligible household with a member who has an illness that would benefit from assistance, verified by physician documentation, or with a member who is sixty (60) or older — no physician documentation needed, is qualified to receive the following:
One air conditioner and/or one payment, up to $175.00, towards their electric bill, no disconnect is required.
The LEADS Summer Crisis Program is available from July 1st through August 31, 2010. For additional information on the program including details on how to apply for assistance, contact Carrie Kochensparger, energy coordinator, LEADS Community Action Agency at (740) 345‑3133.
Utility consumers can use the following chart to determine whether or not they qualify for assistance:
| Size of household | Total Annual Income | Total household income for past three months |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,952.50 | $4,738.13 |
| 2 | $25,497.50 | $6,374.38 |
| 3 | $32,042.50 | $8,010.63 |
| 4 | $38,587.50 | $9,646.88 |
| 5 | $45,132.50 | $11,283.13 |
| 6 | $51,677.50 | $12,919.38 |
June 1, 2010 at 4:15 pm | Community, Utility Assistance | No comment
