
Sade Truiett
- Jul 29, 2016
First State Recruiting Senior Volunteers
First State Community Action Agency’s Senior Companion Program is now recruiting individuals age 55 years old and older to be a Senior Companion volunteer! Individuals must be willing to volunteer at least 15 hours a week, providing non-medial support and assistance to elderly, frail, and/or disabled individuals. Volunteer service includes a stipend and mileage reimbursements. Background checks and eligibility restrictions apply. For more details see flyer below or cal

Sade Truiett
- Jul 29, 2016
Recognizing Summer Youth Workers
For more photos, visit us on Facebook. Georgetown: On Wednesday, July 27, First State Community Action Agency recognized forty-five teen workers for their participation and achievements in the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). These Sussex County teens, ranging between ages 14-18, were afforded the opportunity to gain job training, employment experience, and income through funding provided by the Delaware Department of Labor. The youth gained hands-on job training skil

Sade Truiett
- Jul 18, 2016
Open Mic Night for Teens
Lit Without Being Lit Open Mic Night Mark your calendars and join us July 29th for Open Mic Night hosted by First State Community Action Agency and Delaware Prevention Coalition. Teens are invited to show off their creative talents and speak a positive message against substance abuse. Contact Kierra Cephas for more information. 302-856-7761 ext. 267.

Sade Truiett
- Jul 15, 2016
Community Awareness Day
Join us Saturday, August 6th from 10am - 3pm for our annual Community Awareness Day hosted by First State Community Action Agency. The event will be held at 308 N. Railroad Ave in Georgetown and is open to the public. Learn about the valuable services helping those in need in your area. Representatives from First State and other helping agencies will be available to assist you! Enjoy fun games, food, activities for children and prizes and giveaways! Want to be participate as

Sade Truiett
- Jul 14, 2016
Community Dinner with Delaware Choral Ensemble
We've got something wonderful cooking up for this month's community dinner!! On Thursday, July 21st, our dinner will feature special music performances by the Delaware Choral Society Ensemble. The Delaware Choral Society Ensemble is an extension group of the Greater Choral Group. It serves as the community service arm of the larger choral group. Composed of 16 singers and directed by Mr. James Byrne, accompanied by pianist Bryn Roscoe. Thursday's concert will include "A Coh

Sade Truiett
- Jul 13, 2016
Energy Education Workshop for Kids
On Thursday, June 30, 2016 First State Community Action Agency, in partnership with Delaware Sustainable Energy Utility, hosted an Energy Workshop for Children in Georgetown, Delaware. First State invited families from their Repair, Replace Heaters and Conserve Energy (RRHACE) Program to participate in the workshop. The RRHACE Program is an income eligible program which repairs or replaces heating units for homeowners in Delaware. Program funding through the Department of Hea

Sade Truiett
- Jul 13, 2016
Enroll Today- Adult Culinary Arts Training
First State Community Action Agency is now enrolling students into its ADULT CULINARY ARTS TRAINING PROGRAM During this 23 week program you will learn basic Culinary Arts skills & train for the ServSafe exam for a career in the Food Service Industry. CLASSES START 9/13/16 - 2/17/17 CLASS HOURS: TUES - FRI 6PM - 10PM ORIENTATION : THURS. SEPT. 1, 2016 6PM – 8PM QUALIFICATIONS: -You must be at least 18 years old &a Delaware resident. -You must have a valid DE license or a valid

Sade Truiett
- Jul 6, 2016
Providing Cooling Relief (ACs) to Delaware Families
Cameras followed the Summer Cooling crew as they installed air conditioner units in Kent County today. One of the homes was that of 79 year old Pam Ashworth who spent the last few weeks fighting the unbearable heat since her central air unit malfunctioned. Unable to fix the unit and not knowing what to do, Ms. Ashworth turned to Catholic Charities who referred her to First State Community Action Agency. Within a few days of applying, Ms Ashworth received her new AC unit, prof
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