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Health

Making sure a temporary crisis doesn't become permanent

Life's critical moments cannot always be planned for. Disasters strike without warning. Economic conditions change overnight. But the United Way is supporting programs that deliver assistance when it is needed most.

Disaster Preparations

Through on-going training and education, volunteers are equipped to effectively deal with emergency situations when they occur. The resources exist so that people who experience disasters have access to immediate, safe environments in order to regain stable, safe lives.

Emergency Food & Shelter

People in crisis who are at risk of losing their current level of independence should be able to maintain self-sufficiency. Resources are available to help people:

  • Secure sufficient food for their family
  • Access emergency rent and utility assistance
  • Obtain a hot meal
  • Get emergency housing to escape domestic violence
  • Receive information about crisis assistance services

Legal Advocacy

Often, the most vulnerable members of our community (children, seniors, new citizens) are most at-risk of being taken advantage of. The United Way is committed to protecting the legal rights of these community members by providing consistent access to legal counsel.

WHY LIVE UNITED.

When we reach out a hand to one we influence the condition of all.

When you give to the United Way, you're lending a hand to your neighbors, family and friends who live right here in Elkhart County.

When we LIVE UNITED... Elkhart County does more... it's that simple.

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EDUCATION.

Helping children and youth achieve their potential.

  • Kindergarten Readiness
    Readiness to succeed in school means children enter kindergarten developmentally on track.
  • Elementary Readiness
    Reading on grade-level by fourth grade means elementary students are prepared to succeed in later grades and to graduate from high school
  • High School Graduation
    Academic achievement is reflected in one-time high school graduation rates

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INCOME.

Promoting financial stability and independence.

  • Adult Education
    How can adults best engage with post-high school learning opportunities to, in two years or less, move from a low-skill job to a middle skill job?
  • Financial Literacy
    How can a family best learn the fundamental money skills they need to successfully meet their basic needs?
  • Savings & Assets
    How can a family best develop the assets they need to remain financially stable during changes in income, illness or other events.

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HEALTH.

Improving people's health.

  • Dental
    Untreated dental health problems interfere with the ability to learn, eat and work.
  • Hunger
    If a person is hungry, everything else in life becomes a challenge.
  • Medical Self-Advocacy
    How can a family best learn the fundamental skills they need to successfully navigate a difficult diagnosis?

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