Head Start, operated by Community Action Agency, is a preschool program designed to enrich the child's learning environment and prepare for school. Through the Head Start program children are provided free dental and medical check-ups. Nutritious meals are served daily. Turning Point, Alcohol and Drug
Counseling Services Operated by Community Action Agency, the center offers daily programs that focus on drug counseling. There are also prevention programs for parents and youth. Specific programs include: Individual, group, and family counseling, special counseling in women's issues and parenting, specialized support group counseling and after care. Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Turning Point, After School Recreation Center Operated by Community Action Agency, after-school recreation programs of supervised structured activities include basketball leagues, arts and crafts, games, and field trips. OSU 4-H Club Community Garden
Project Each of the five 4-H Clubs is available to youth residing in OCHA apartments and houses. A garden is cultivated at each site. The youth work on the garden with help from the County Extension Horticulturalists, volunteers from the Extension Master Garden Program and adult residents. In addition to garden programs, 4-H Clubs also provide sewing classes. The Redlands Council of Girl Scouts have committed themselves to developing troops in all five of the Authority's family developments. We see this as a very positive activity for these girls. Girl Scout programs offer girls an opportunity to expand their horizons. The objectives are to "motivate, and educate the girls to develop their self-esteem so that they can become decision making adults." Troops meet weekly. The ultimate goal of the program is to coordinate services that address an individual's needs in an effort to help our residents become better parents. Parents As Teachers program provided by the Oklahoma City Public School system. Providing an early learning program designed to provide parents with children from birth to five years of age with developmental information to enhance the development of their children:
Prenatal Care The Oklahoma City/County Health Department developed a visiting nurse program that provides services to pregnant women and new mothers and their children. These visiting nurses instruct new parents on proper prenatal and infant care. This activity was funded by the special Department of Justice/University of Colorado Healthy Start Program and the State of Oklahoma. Seek to Excel To encourage academic excellence and community responsibility among high school students residing in Oklahoma City Housing Authority developments, one (1), $1,000.00 scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating high school senior on his/her way to a four-year college or a college level vocational school. Scholarship funds are deposited directly with the school for credit to the student's account, and may be used for tuition, books, and school fees only. Scholarship Opportunities for Adult Residents The Oklahoma City Housing Authority is extremely proud of our economic and education opportunities for residents of public housing. The adult scholarships we offer enhance our residents self-sufficiency possibilities by granting them the opportunity to improve their skills. Up to five (5), $500.00 scholarships are available each semester paid to the college or university of the recipient's choice. Scholarship funds are deposited with the school for credit to the student's account, and may be used for tuition, books, and school fees only. Drug and Crime Hot-Line In January, 1989, the Oklahoma City Housing Authority established a special Hot-Line. By calling 232-OCHA, residents may report any resident or unit they believe is involved in any illegal activity. Callers may remain anonymous. Oklahoma City Housing Authority Protective Services The OCHA recognized the need for a security patrol as a preventative maintenance measure and the OCHA Security Department was established in 1974. Security is provided through uniformed guards who patrol on a regular basis to maintain a safe living environment for adults and children. A centralized phone number will secure assistance at any time, day or night. (405) 232-1041. "We Care" The "We Care" Christmas Project sponsored by OCHA employees collects and delivers food, clothing, and toys to families in our family developments. OCHA Christmas parties are held for children ages 2 to 12 at each of the family developments. Each department sponsors and staffs a party, with games, refreshments, and face painting booths. Each child attending receives a Christmas stocking and a Polaroid picture taken on Santa's lap. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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