Cottages of Hope

Assistance in obtaining birth certificate for those seeking employment, including those with criminal backgrounds.

Helps people (particularly those with a criminal background or other gaps in employment) create a resume, find, and apply for jobs. Computer lab available for resume building and job searches during business hours.

Help for people who have been released from a correctional facility make a successful transition to community life. Assessment of the individual's needs, discussion of options, and direction which may include housing location assistance, job placement and retention services.

Budget 101 financial workshop offered weekly that helps participants understand the basics of budgeting, the emotions behind spending, and own personal history with money in order to manage money better, create a savings plan, pay down debt, and improve credit score. Certificate given upon completion of two hour course. Also offers 1-on-1 financial coaching by appointment.

Assistance in obtaining state Identification Card for those seeking employment.

Offers financial coaches who can meet with clients one on one to help build a budget, understand credit, create a savings plan, organize/pay down debt, and connect with matched savings programs. Also runs weekly financial literacy classes

Helps clients make and achieve career goals by helping with resume, job search, interview skills, and connecting with appropriate training, education, or mentoring programs.

Helps people (particularly those with a criminal background or other gaps in employment) create a resume, find/apply for jobs. Computer lab available for resume building and job searches during business hours.