Indy Resource Connect
To expand homeless prevention efforts to at-risk families and individuals, CHIP has developed a new service model called Indy Resource Connect (IRC). IRC is based on the successful Indy Homeless Connect model but differs in its focus on preventative services for those who are not yet homeless. A series of day-long events will be held throughout Marion County in 2009 and 2010. The first two events took place on November 10, 2009 in Pike Township and June 3, 2010 in Wayne Township. The next event is scheduled for September 25 at Washington Square Mall in Warren Township, from 10am to 2pm.
Each IRC event will provide free, co-located services such as: applications for public benefits; financial education and credit counseling; legal services; accessing birth certificates and other forms of identification; services specific to veterans; and career building skills. Many of the Township Trustee Office and Community Centers will be present. Free childcare will be available during the event, and event locations will be conveniently located on bus lines and have ample free parking.
IRC will not just inform people about services, but volunteers and professionals are on site to provide counseling, accept applications, make referrals, provide identification, and provide basic healthcare and other comprehensive services. IRC also presents a unique opportunity for collaboration building among service organizations, public agencies, and other community groups as they work together to plan and execute these events.
REGISTER NOW to volunteer at IRC on September 25.
View Sponsors of Indy Resource Connect.
Read more about the November 10th IRC at Pike Township.
