Concerned about utility payments? You may qualify for one of Lifeline, Inc.'s Utility Assistance Programs!

We are hosting intake appointments for these programs at The Family Resource Center of Wickliffe on Monday evenings from 4-6pm.

Call 440-350-9160 to learn more and schedule an appointment!

The Family Resource Center of Wickliffe has launched a new series focused on budget-friendly, healthy eating called, "Dine & Discover," in partnership with local chefs and businesses, and local United Methodist Churches (UMC) through the East Ohio Conference UMC!

This series will be held at several UMCs throughout Lake County over the next several months. Please call or email the churches to register. We hope you join us!

Did you know that the Family Resource Center of Wickliffe is one of the host-sites for the VITA Program in Lake County?

During tax season, Lifeline provides tax preparation assistance for the community through the VITA Program. This program, in partnership with the IRS, allows low to moderate-income households to participate in free tax preparation sessions with IRS certified tax preparation volunteers.

The goal is to maximize the amount of the tax return and provide basic financial literacy information. Applicants must live in Lake County and meet program income eligibility. Call Lifeline at 211 or 440.639.4420 to schedule an appointment today!

Lifeline is excited to be launching their NEW Housing Navigator Program to help Lake County's senior citizens (60+) find and secure affordable rental housing!

We are hosting appointments here at The Family Resource Center of Wickliffe on Thursdays from 3-5pm. Contact 211 Lake County for more information and to connect with the Housing Navigator!

The program is supported by Board of Lake County Commissioners Senior Services with a Healthy Aging Grant!

Whether it’s to lower your stress and anxiety, improve your mood, or gain more control, the benefits to quitting smoking or vaping are life changing. Wherever you are in your quit journey, the Quitline is here to support you every step of the way with:

• Free online, text and phone support

• Free quit medications

• Caring coaches who understand your struggle with commercial tobacco

• Personalized quit plans and proven strategies

https://ohio.quitlogix.org/en-us/

Are you a parent or caregiver that has wondered about how AI is going to impact the educational landscape for students?

We had the pleasure of virtually hosting Char Shryock, Education Leadership Consultant, at the March Wickliffe City School District PTO Meeting for a brief conversation about how parents can use ChatGPT as an educational tool. If you missed the meeting, you can view the video below to learn more!

Did you know that we offer primary care appointments right here at the Family Resource Center of Wickliffe through our partner, Signature Health Inc.?

We have two brand new medical exam rooms and can serve both students AND community members of all ages!

Watch the video below to meet our provider, Emily Adkins, Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner, and Sam Bonin, School Based Health Center Program Coordinator!

Do you have a desire to give back to your community? Look no further! LCFC needs your volunteer help. Come volunteer with the best group of people all while providing care for our uninsured community!

For more information, contact Dana at dlocher@lakefreeclinic.org or 440-754-0175

Crossroads Health has expanded Mental Health Diagnostic Assessment walk-in hours to Monday through Friday. All walk in assessments are completed at the Integrated Healthcare Center (9220 Mentor Ave). Adult DA walk-in hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-2pm. Youth (ages 4+) DA walk-in hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-12pm

All walk-in patients will need to have their state ID, insurance information, and custody/guardianship paperwork. All youth patients must be accompanied by their guardian.

Return to Hope is an 8-week hope filled education and support curriculum for individuals with loved ones who suffer with co-occurring disorders of mental health conditions and substance use disorders.

Find out more about this program and to register using this link https://namilakecountyohio.org/support-and-education/mental-health-education/return-to-hope/. This program will be offered online and in person. This program is FREE.

Adolescent Support Group is a free peer led support group for middle school aged teens. Facilitators are NAMI Connection trained young adults who experienced mental health symptoms during adolescence. The support group is designed to teach and foster coping skills through creativity and connection.

• ASG will be held at the Mentor Public Library in the Frances Cleveland Room

• First and third Wednesday of each month beginning April 3rd

• 6:30p-8:00p

• For more information or questions - email Josie Vano, Program Leader at Josie@namilake.org or call 440-639-1200

NAMI Homefront is a free, six-session education program for family, friends and significant others of Military Service Members and Veterans with mental health conditions. It focuses on the unique needs of military and Veteran communities, such as post-deployment and post-discharge transitions.

• Sessions will be held weekly on Fridays, April 5th - May 10th.

• 6:00p-8:00p

• Offered hybrid: in-person @ One Victoria Square, Suite 100, Painesville & on-line via Zoom link.

• For more info or to register - https://namilakecountyohio.org/support-and-education/mental-health-education/nami-homefront/

The WicKloset is a student-led organization dedicated to providing local families with easy access to non-perishable food items, clothing, toiletries, and more. We are accepting any items from the following list. Donations can be dropped off Monday-Friday from 8am-4:30pm at the Family Resource Center of Wickliffe.

Email: frc@wickliffecsd.org
Website: https://www.wickliffeschools.org/FamilyResourceCenter.aspx
Location: Family Resource Center of Wickliffe, Wickliffe, OH, USA
Phone: (440) 810-8201
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WickliffeFRC
Twitter: @WickliffeFRC