Open Arms Outreach International Inc.

Our Programs(Current/Planned)
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Proposed Programs

 

Unique Boutique Program (See Dressing for Blessing Page)

Objective:  To encourage re-entry into the workforce by supplying new or slightly used interview attire to individuals in need.  Visit us on Mondays at the Clayton County Department of Labor, Mt. Zion Rd,  from 10:00am-11:30am.

 

Washing my Sisters Feet Program 

Objective:  To assist expectant or new mothers of low to no income families, with baby supplies by bringing the community together to exchange items such as baby clothing, furniture, shoes, etc.  Items must be in excellent or new condition.

 

Attitudes Career Coaching/Skill Development (Ask about our Free Women's Workshops held monthly)

Objective:  To counsel and help enhanced career skills that will encourage employment such as interviewing skills, professional dress.  Software Skills training in all Microsoft products will also be addressed.

     

How To Be a Better Me (behavior/self-esteem) Objective:  This program is designed to encourage good morals and ethics among our youth through educational games and workshops. “Issues on Bulling will be addressed”.

     

Successful Avenues Job Referral Program (see Job Alerts Page)

Objective:  To assist individuals with job searches in their area of interest.

 

Healthy Living Nutrition Program (food stamp initiative/food bank/Healthy Eating

Objective:  To encourage healthy eating amongst children and elderly members of our community by providing hot meals, grocery assistance and education information. 

 

Volunteer Program

Objective:  To encourage individuals who have been helped by our program to come back and volunteer at least 10 hours a month. 

 

Newsletter

Objective:  To keep individuals, as well as possible donors, up-to-date on outreach happenings.

 

Teen Scene

Objective:  To encourage healthy communication and interaction among our teen population by providing outings that will encourage them to give back to the community

 

Legal Referrals Program

Objective:  To provide, self help information for individuals in need of legal assistance, such as referrals, workshops, or access to pro-bono legal counsel.

 

Adult Literacy Program

Objective:  Teach adults how to read and qualify for the GED program

 

Learning to Love Parent/Child Bonding Program

Objective:  This program instructs young mothers on how to  bond with their children by teaching them how to better communicate.

 

Achievements, Alcohol/Drug Counseling

Objective:  Alcohol and Drug counseling for all ages

 

Excellence After School Program

Objective:  To create a safe haven for children after school.  Tutoring, snacks and activities will be a part of this program.

 

Rober’s Prison to Pride Program

Objective:  To assist the children of those behind bars by helping them cope with self esteem issue.  Also assist lower level offenders with finding employment and reintegration into society.

 

Julia’s Summer Learning Program

Objective:  To encourage participation in the Arts through music, dance, drama, writing, painting and drawing.  Ages from 9-18.

 

Togetherness Family Counseling Program

Objective:  Helping families get back on track through marriage and relationship counseling.

 

Helping Hands Shuttle Bus Program

Objective:  To provide transportation for client interviews or to pick up our elderly counselors.

 

Healing Hearts Senior Mentor Program (Elderly Inclusion Program)

Objective:  Studies have shown that family bonds appeared greater when we include the grandmothers and fathers as a necessary part within the family structure.  Each single parent that comes through our program will be required to have a Senior Mentor. (“remember, it takes a village”).  Under this program we also assist the elderly members who live alone and may need assistance with phone calls for help during the different seasons for heat, air, food, ambulance, etc. 

 

 

Christine’s Place Child Sitting Service

Objective:  (Future Planned Program) This service is limited to program participants who have been scheduled for interviews, and who will be dropped off and picked up by our service. 

 

Parents Night Out Program

Objective:  (Future Planned Program) Every parent needs a few moments to themselves every once and a while.  This program will provide, short-term baby sitting on Saturday from 5:00PM – 9:00PM ONE WEEKEND A MONTH.    We will not accept children who are going through a healing such as flu/colds/rashes.  Child must be potty trained and no younger than 5 years old.  A small administrative fee will be charge for refreshments. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

 

*** Please note that our programs are designed to work on a sliding scale and by appointment only.  We look forward to helping you to reach your full potential.

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