CHN Housing Resource CenterWorkshops Descriptions As part of the information, education, and referrals we provide to people with disabilities served by Oakland County Community Mental Health, we provide monthly workshops on housing and subsidies. All are welcome, including consumers and their allies, the general public, case managers and other professionals.
These workshops are at Community Housing Network, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon on each of the above dates.
March 13, 2008 HOW DO I SELECT A ROOMMATE?
The HRC Staff will discuss the advantages of having a roommate, including a group discussion of success stories and suggestions about locating the type of roommate you desire. We will also give ideas on legal matters surrounding having a roommate.
April 10, 2008 THE FACE OF HOMELESSNESS IN OAKLAND COUNTY
Join our Peer Advocate, Jamie Christofel, in her presentation regarding the problem of homelessness in Oakland County. Attendees are encouraged to bring their stories of homelessness and information in locating homeless persons for the Warm Weather Count, May 29, 2008.
May 8, 2008 THINK GREEN AROUND THE HOUSE
The Greening of America is fast becoming a movement of the present. Join us in a discussion of how to be more aware of energy wasters, how to make your home more energy efficient and how to reduce your “carbon footprint.”
June 12, 2008 Forclosure Talking Points
What are foreclosure proceedings and what can you do to take affirmative action? These are just a few of the questions that will be answered in this workshop. Speaker T.B.A.
July 10, 2008 MAKING AND IMPLEMENTING A BUDGET
We discuss why a budget is desirable, the budgeting process, what can be done through a budget and how to implement your own personal budget.
August 14, 2008 TIMELY TAX TALK
Did you know that, if you qualify, you may still file for the Homestead Property Tax refund and Home Heating Credit? Many people are unaware that they can even qualify for these important tax breaks. Please, come and find out more about these topics and others regarding filing taxes in a timely fashion.
September 11, 2008 TRANSITIONING TO INDEPENDENCE
We will discuss hopes and dreams regarding living independently; what the planning process for this independence may be; and what is meant by independence, interdependence and community inclusion.
Please, join us at Community Housing Network, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon on each of the above dates. We would appreciate it if you would R.S.V.P. by contacting the Housing Resource Center, at (248) 928-0111. We are located at:
Woodcrest Professional Park
570 Kirts Blvd., Ste. 231
Troy, MI 48084
