US Vets Permanent Housing, Free Tax Prep, Weatherization, Career Planning Workshops, College Cost Info, Loneliness

Many Thanks to Debbie Stewart and her Non-Profit Management Newsletter (http://www.nonprofitnet.com/Newsletter/present%20newsletter/) for the following tidbits:

U.S.VETS-Prescott provides housing and supportive services to homeless and at-risk veterans. They are proud to announce an expansion to their permanent housing program, which includes eight 1-bedroom apartments for single veterans and three 2-bedroom apartments for veteran families. They are now accepting applications for these units. Rent based on 30% of household income. If interested, call Joe Gatens at (928) 445-4860 ext 5906.

FREE TAX PREPARATION is available for low income households through VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance). Locations in Yavapai County include: Prescott - Catholic Charities, 434 W. Gurley., Saturdays 9-4, Wednesdays 5-8 pm.; Yavapai College, 1100 E. Sheldon, Bldg 3, Room 204, Fridays 10:30-3:30.. In Prescott Valley: Catholic Charities, 3044 Tani Rd. on Saturdays 9-4 and Thursdays 5-8 pm. In Cottonwood:  Catholic Charities, 736 N. Main St., Saturdays 9-4, Tuesdays 5-8 pm. You will need to bring Social Security card, photo ID, W2s and 1099 forms, ID for all family members, childcare receipts, #s of childcare provider,  checking account information for direct deposit, and copy of 2011 tax return. For more info: Call 211 or 1-877-211-8661 or go to www.211arizona.org.

NO COST WEATHERIZATION PROGRAM - NACOG (Northern Arizona Council of Governments) is working to provide cost effective, energy saving weatherization services. This service is available at no cost to low and moderate income families in Apache, Coconino, Navajo and Yavapai Counties to help reduce utility bills and carbon footprint. Rentals and multi-family units are also included. Application is available at www.nacog.org or call NACOG Weatherization Assistance at (928)774-3759 in Flagstaff.

Catholic Charities is also offering a Career Planning workshop at two locations:
Prescott on Tuesday, April 16th from noon-4:00 at 434 W. Gurley St.  Call Milissa to register by Friday, April 12th at 708-7223.
Cottonwood on Saturday, April 20th from 8:45am-1:00 pm at Methodist Church Verde Hall
901 S 12th St. Cottonwood.  Call Steven to reserve your spot at 634-4254 by Thursday, April 18th.

Confused about college costs and student loans?  The Department of Education has a new tool to help you compare and decide at: http://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/education-department-launches-new-loan-counseling-tools-help-borrowers-manage-th

Loneliness can make you sick: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-21517864 There are many ways to combat isolation: joining a club, start walking or do an outdoor activity with others, volunteering - choose one that you enjoy.