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Overcoming Hardship: One Family’s Story

March 24, 2023

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Last year, NWICA met a family of four: Maria, her husband Jose, and their two young children, Anna and Carlos. They lived in a small apartment and worked hard every day to make ends meet. However, despite their best efforts, they struggled to make enough money to pay their bills and put food on the table.

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Maria worked two jobs as a waitress and a cashier at a local grocery store, while Jose worked long hours as a construction worker. They were both exhausted and barely had any time to spend with their children. Despite their hard work, they still found it difficult to afford even the basic necessities.

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One day, while Maria was working her shift at the grocery store, she noticed a flyer for NWICA’s services to help people improve their financial situation. She decided to attend one of the classes, hoping to gain some insights into how to manage their finances better.

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At the class, Maria met with a specialist who helped her create a budget plan and taught her how to save money on their monthly bills. Meanwhile, Jose was referred to and attended job training classes at another organization to learn new skills that could help him find higher-paying work.

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With NWICA’s help, the family began to see improvements in their financial situation. They were able to pay off some of their debts and, by enrolling in NWICA’s Individual Development Accounts (IDA) program, start saving for a down payment on a home. They also found ways to spend more time together as a family, such as taking walks in the park and cooking meals together.

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After several months of hard work and dedication, Maria was offered a promotion at the grocery store, and Jose found a higher-paying job as a supervisor at a construction company. With their combined efforts and the help of IDA, they were able to save enough money to buy a small house in a nearby town.

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Their new home was modest but cozy, and the family was overjoyed to finally have a place of their own. Anna and Carlos were thrilled to have a backyard where they could play, and Maria and Jose were relieved to be able to provide a stable and comfortable home for their children.

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Thanks to the help from NWICA and their own hard work, Maria and Jose were able to overcome their challenges and build a better life for themselves and their family. They say they will never forget the opportunities, resources, and respect they received at NWICA, and they want to always pay it forward by helping others in need.

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At NWICA, we believe that all #women should have the same opportunities to #agewell. Women's barriers to aging well include health disparities, unequal access to health care and retirement savings, and a disproportionate share of caregiving responsibilities. As women are living longer, they need to consider what longer life will be like for them, including understanding the obstacles that could make achieving financial security in retirement more challenging. ... See MoreSee Less

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Join Northwest Indiana Community Action's WIC Program today as we celebrate National Nutrition Month with a family interactive class where you will learn how WIC benefits can extend your grocery budget and support healthy nutrition for your family.EVERYONE IS WELCOMED TO JOIN.Recipes-Chili (Demo)-Cheerio Bars (Family Activity) ... See MoreSee Less

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Are you excited to help people? That is what we are all about at NWICA! We are currently looking for two Family Developemnt Specialist to join our team!Family Development Specialist is responsible for working one-on-one and in small groups with individuals and families providing in-depth Family Development and NWICA services to assist families toward self-sufficiency. This includes acting as a resource to assigned families, facilitating assessment of need, goals, helping to recognize barriers to stability, and assisting with the development of strategies for meeting families' needs and strengthening their support network.Benefits:*401(k) matching*Dental insurance*Employee assistance program*Flexible schedule*Flexible spending account*Health insurance*Health savings account*Life insurance*Paid time off*Referral program*Tuition reimbursement*Vision insuranceApply today! Visit www.indeed.com/viewjob?cmp=Northwest-Indiana-Community-Action---Rensselaer&t=Family+Development+S... ... See MoreSee Less

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Give your body the fuel it needs during every stage of life! Enjoy a variety of foods from all food groups and in various forms.Discover the benefits of fresh, frozen, and canned foods: sm.eatright.org/frshcanfrzn#NationalNutritionMonthGive your body the fuel it needs during every stage of life! Enjoy a variety of foods from all food groups and in various forms.Discover the benefits of fresh, frozen, and canned foods: sm.eatright.org/frshcanfrzn#NationalNutritionMonth ... See MoreSee Less

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

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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.

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