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January 10, 2023

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January 3, 2023

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February is Senior Independance Month!Did You know our Lake, Porter and LaPorte county Senior Companions fight social isolation and emotional wellness by making wellness calls, conducting home visits, supporting crisis intervention, and more. Check out how you can make a difference in your community by becoming a NWICA AmeriCorps Senior Companion today.Benefits of joining AmeriCorps Seniors Senior Companion Program:-Senior Companion Volunteers will provide service through friendship with older adult peers, allowing them to live independently for longer.-Become more engaged with your community!-Improve your sense of physical & mental fitness.-Create your own schedule to accommodate your availability.-Qualifying applicants can receive mileage reimbursement and modest stipend.For more information, please call our Volunteer Coordinator at (219) 794-1829 ext.2462 email: www.nwi-ca.com/lend-a-hand/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Let them pick! Kids are a lot more excited about eating fruits & vegetables if they get to choose which ones are on the table. 🛒 Get them involved at the store & Farmers Market by asking them to pick a fruit and vegetable to try; then let them help prepare it! #INWIC ... See MoreSee Less

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Northwest Indiana Community Action

4 days ago

NWICA's Volunteer Tax Assistance Program (VITA) offers free tax services for Northwest Indiana. If you have an income of $60,000 or less our IRS-certified tax preparers can help you prepare your taxes. In-person, drop-off and virtual appointments are available for your convenience. Book your appointment today: book.appointment-plus.com/9ensv8eq/#vita ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

#DYK: Northwest Indiana Community Action VITA program has helped families throughout 7 counties file their taxes for FREE? $459 million in tax credits, like the earned income tax credit and child tax credit, are returned to low-income families every year through #CommunityAction volunteer income tax assistance services. If you are interested in learning more about this FREE service and schedule your appointment visit: www.nwi-ca.com/financial-support/#vita ... See MoreSee Less

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There are nearly 38 million Americans in #poverty and millions more living on the edge. #CommunityAction is making a difference with life-changing services that help families overcome barriers and build towards lasting success and prosperity. #PovertyAwarenessMonthDonate today: www.nwi-ca.com/donate/ ... See MoreSee Less

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25 Mar

Happy Social Work Month! Social workers change peoples' lives, embody the spirit of hope, improve communities, and make America a better place to live. #SocialWorkMonth #SWMonth2022 #RightTimeforSocialWork #CommunityActionPromise

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9 Mar

This year's theme is Celebrate a World of Flavors! Throughout March, embrace the foods and flavors of your heritage and other global cultures.

Learn more about #NationalNutritionMonth: https://sm.eatright.org/NNMinfo

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1 Mar

The Robert O. Zdenek Staff Member of the Year Award, sponsored by @MyBrightpoint, recognizes the outstanding professional leadership and commitment of a staff person working for a community economic development org.

Presented to: Anna Schoon, @NWICA

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NWICA @nwica ·

10 Dec 2021

We are proud to announce that our VP of Planning & Business Development is a candidate in two categories! Best of luck Anna and congratulations.

Prosperity Indiana @INCommDev

Top community development leaders & programs across IN have been nominated for the prestigious Prosperity Indiana Awards. Winners have not been named & will be announced at the annual Prosperity Indiana Summit on February 17, 2022.

Read the press release: https://www.prosperityindiana.org/Blog/12177593

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