We all feel the impact of rising prices at the pump and the grocery store. Millions of people have cut back on non-essentials or postponed large purchases. But for some, that’s not an option. On average, 19.2% of individuals live in poverty in the counties we serve. As a result, most if not all of …
This year March for Meals honored the 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program. The Southeast Ohio Foodbank, part of HAPCAP’s Food and Nutrition division, joined the national Meals on Wheels network to raise awareness and rally support. This vital public-private partnership provides the seniors in Hocking and Athens counties with an essential …
Whether talking to commissioners or community members, Sean Brooks, Community Development Manager, advocates for fair housing for all. “It’s still out there,” he says, referring to the discrimination the act seeks to prevent, “even if we don’t always see it.” His work on HAPCAP’s Fair Housing Consortium involves educating individuals and organizations on their rights …