Allen County Health & Human Science
Purdue Extension Health and Human Sciences provides education to people of all ages in Indiana’s 92 counties. The community is our classroom – where we bring university information to the local level and help people strengthen families, spend smart, eat right and live well.
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Strengthen Families – Strong individuals and families build a foundation for healthy communities and a productive society. HHS Extension programs and resources address issues across the lifespan, including child care, school readiness, relationships and aging.
Spend Smart – Everyone benefits from learning how to make smart choices that maximize their finances and household resources. HHS Extension delivers best practices for all your money management needs.
Eat Right – What we eat impacts our health and well-being. To help prevent and manage chronic diseases, HHS Extension offers guidance on healthy food choices and meal preparation.
Live Well – Many risk factors for disability or death are preventable, and HHS Extension is dedicated to helping individuals and families improve their quality of life.
To get connected with programming related to food, family, money, and health contact Caroline Everidge – Allen County HHS Educator.
Contact Us
Caroline Everidge
4001 Crescent Avenue
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
cneverid@purdue.edu
260-481-6826
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HHS Extension’s Anti-Poverty Initiatives are dedicated to addressing the root causes of poverty through targeted programs that empower individuals and families to achieve economic stability. Our comprehensive approach includes access to education, job training, affordable housing, and financial literacy resources, all designed to break the cycle of poverty. We focus on providing the tools and support needed for participants to build sustainable livelihoods, improve their quality of life, and become active contributors to their communities.
Our anti-poverty programming also includes access to nutritious food, healthcare, and child care services to ensure that basic needs are met while individuals work toward long-term self-sufficiency. We collaborate with local non-profits, community organizations, and government agencies to offer a range of resources that promote economic mobility, reduce inequality, and increase access to opportunity for underserved populations.
If you're interested in partnering with us to advance anti-poverty initiatives and create lasting change, please reach out to learn more about how we can work together to make a difference.
The Justice-Involved Programming offered by HHS Extension is dedicated to providing comprehensive support and resources to individuals impacted by the justice system. Our programs are designed to promote successful reintegration into society through a holistic approach that addresses the complex needs of justice-involved individuals.
With a strong focus on substance use recovery, our offerings combine evidence-based treatment, education, and community support to help participants achieve lasting change. These programs aim to reduce recidivism by addressing the root causes of addiction and providing the tools necessary for long-term sobriety. Additionally, participants have access to skill-building workshops and job readiness training that foster a sense of belonging and empowerment.
Our commitment to justice-involved individuals is rooted in a belief in second chances and the potential for personal transformation. Through our comprehensive programming, HHS Extension strives to break the cycle of incarceration and substance use, offering pathways to recovery, stability, and success.
HHS Extension partners with a wide range of community organizations, treatment providers, local agencies, and government entities to ensure the success of our justice-involved programming.
Additional partners include substance use treatment centers, mental health service providers, housing organizations, and workforce development programs. These partnerships are crucial in providing a holistic, coordinated approach to addressing the unique challenges faced by justice-involved individuals. If you're interested in partnering with us to make a meaningful impact, please don't hesitate to contact us for more information.
- Redesign programs to better serve clientele
- Build skill sets for management to help guide employees
- Increase the likelihood of moving from welfare to work
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This program has been developed to address economic diversity. it builds a new consciousness of economic diversity and presents the interlocking nature of the challenges faced by people in poverty and communities as a whole. By using this program material, participants have an opportunity to bring community partners together to enhance the quality of life for all citizens within a community; those from poverty, middle class, and wealth.
Training Outline - 8 Hour Training
- Mental Models
- Health Literacy
- Hidden Rules of Social Class
- Language, Story Structure and Cognition
- Stages of Change
- Motivation
- Relationships
- Communication
- Mental Models as Tools
- Resources
- Wrap-up & Evaluation
Schedule a Training:
Caroline Everidge - Certified Trainer
260-481-6826
cneverid@purdue.edu
Bridges out of Poverty Overview Video From AHA! Process
Bridges Out of Poverty is based on the work of Dr. Ruby Payne. For more information about her work, to locate her books and other products, visit www.ahaprocess.com.