The United Way, in collaboration with the Licking County Foundation and partner agencies, is presenting educational forums throughout Licking County. Under the title of “#HopeinAction”, each of the six 1-hour workshops will be offered free in five different locations. The forums are a result of the Community Blueprint which was shaped by non-profit organizations, government agencies, businesses and funders. The forums will focus on the three priority areas: Children, Youth & Families; Poverty; and Behavioral Health. For more information please contact Helen hall at 740-345-6685 or at .
Expect Respect
This forum focuses on characteristics of healthy and unhealthy relationships. Topics include dating violence, domestic violence including sexual violence and healthy dating relationship behaviors. We hope to heighten awareness and change the expectations of what are and are not healthy dating and intimate partner behaviors. Facilitated by The Woodlands.
April 19 @ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Etna Township Administration Building - 81 Liberty Street, Etna
May 10 @ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hanover Presbyterian Church - 732 North Main Street NE, Hanover
May 24 @ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Johnstown Village Chambers - 599 South Main Street, Johnstown
June 21 @ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Newark Public Library - 101 West Main Street, Newark
June 28 @ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buckeye Lake Public Library - 4455 Walnut Road (SR79), Buckeye Lake
Communicate a New You in 2017!
Do you feel like no one really listens to you? Is fear of that job interview holding you back? Do you lack confidence in your abilities to communicate? It is time to take charge of your life! Please come join us and learn to communicate a new you in 2017. Facilitated by Mental Health America of Licking County and the Mental Health & Recovery Board for Licking & Perry Counties.
March 18 @ 10:30am - Noon
Hanover Presbyterian Church - 732 North Main Street NE, Hanover
April 15 @ 10:30am - Noon
Newark Public Library -101 West Main Street, Newark
May 27 @ 10:30am - Noon
Johnstown Village Chambers - 599 South Main Street, Johnstown
August 5 @ 10:30am - Noon
Etna Township Administration Building - 81 Liberty Street, Etna
September 16 @ 10:30am - Noon CANCELLED
Buckeye Lake Public Library - 4455 Walnut Road (SR79), Buckeye Lake
Hope for Recovery - Understanding Your Mental Health & Addiction Issues 101
Suicide, the opiate crisis, and the wear and tear of everyday stressors on our lives...these are concerns that are swirling around our community and impact us all. What is being done to address these issues? How do we cope and where do we turn for help? Join us as we discuss the resources available in the community that begin to address these concerns. Facilitated by Mental Health America of Licking County and the Mental Health & Recovery Board for Licking & Perry Counties.
April 19 @ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hanover Presbyterian Church - 732 North Main Street NE, Hanover
April 26 @ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Johnstown Village Chambers - 599 South Main Street, Johnstown
May 17 @ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Etna Township Administration Building - 81 Liberty Street, Etna
May 24 @ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Newark Public Library - 101 West Main Street, Newark
June 14 @ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buckeye Lake Public Library - 4455 Walnut Road (SR79), Buckeye Lake
Moving Beyond a Criminal Record – Career Advancement Opportunities
Take charge of your life! Learn about resources to move beyond a criminal record and background. Learn how you can expand your possibilities in career advancement. Join us as we help promote new chances and choices in the new year! Facilitated by Ohio Means Jobs of Licking County.
March 25 @ 10:30am - Noon
Hanover Presbyterian Church - 732 North Main Street NE, Hanover
April 22 @ 10:30am - Noon
Buckeye Lake Public Library - 4455 Walnut Road (SR79), Buckeye Lake
May 6 @ 10:30am - Noon
Newark Public Library - 101 West Main Street, Newark
August 19 @ 10:30am - Noon
Johnstown Village Chambers - 599 South Main Street, Johnstown
September 23 @ 10:30am - Noon CANCELLED
Etna Township Administration Building - 81 Liberty Street, Etna
Safe & Affordable Housing
Landlords and tenants are invited to learn about legal guidelines and responsibilities each must adhere to. Knowing your rights and obligations can lead to a positive outcome for everyone. Facilitated by The Freedom School in Licking County.
March 4 @ 10:30am - Noon
Johnstown Village Chambers - 599 South Main Street, Johnstown
April 29 @ 10:30am - Noon
Etna Township Administration Building - 81 Liberty Street, Etna
May 20 @ 10:30am - Noon
Buckeye Lake Public Library - 4455 Walnut Road (SR79), Buckeye Lake
August 26 @ 10:30am - Noon
Newark Public Library - 101 West Main Street, Newark
September 30 @ 10:30am - Noon CANCELLED
Hanover Presbyterian Church - 732 North Main Street NE, Hanover
Abuse Ignores Age
Did you know that every day 10,000 people turn 65 in the United States? That trend is going to continue for nearly 20 years. Our demographics are shifting, and we will soon have more elderly people in the United States than ever before. At the same time the population is growing, we know that a startling number of seniors face abusive conditions. Every year, an estimated 5 million (or 1 in 10) older Americans are victims of elder abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation. And, that’s only part of the picture. Experts believe that for every case of elder abuse or neglect reported, as many as 23 cases go unreported. Facilitated by Licking County Job & Services.
February 16 @ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hanover Presbyterian Church - 732 North Main Street NE, Hanover
February 23 @ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Newark Public Library - 101 West Main Street, Newark
March 2 @ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buckeye Lake Public Library - 4455 Walnut Road (SR79), Buckeye Lake
March 9 @ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Etna Township Administration Building - 81 Liberty Street, Etna
March 22 @ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Johnstown Village Chambers - 599 South Main Street, Johnstown