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NEOCH's Winter Appeal 2023
The challenges for individuals and families experiencing homelessness continue to rise and the struggles faced by those without stable housing remain constant. There is no doubt that there is much to worry about in our world. As I reflect on this context and our mission, I am reminded that our work is more critical than ever and for the people we serve it is about cultivating hope. Today, I am inviting you to hope with us.
WEBINAR SERIES: LGBTQ 101
Homeless and social service providers: Learn how best to meet the unique needs of LGBTQ people who come to your organization for help, and how to make them feel welcomed.
UNITED RESIDENTS OF EUCLID BEACH SUPPORT URA, CONTINUE TO FIGHT FOR HOUSING JUSTICE
Euclid Beach Mobile Home Residents and NEOCH staff all met on Thursday, November 16th at 8:00am at the Cleveland Metroparks Board of Commissioners meeting.
FREE VIRTUAL EVENT: HOMELESS HELP 101
Do you interact with unhoused people where you work, learn, live or worship? Learn how to best assist and interact with people who may be experiencing housing insecurity or homelessness.
NEOCH WEBINAR: Harm Reduction in Homeless Services
Learn how people experiencing addiction are criminalized, penalized, and dehumanized within social services, and what you can do to create a healthier environment for the people you serve.
Cleveland Housing 101: Three-part webinar series on homeless service system
Learn the ins and outs of the housing and shelter systems in Cuyahoga County. Participants will get an overview of how people become housing insecure and homeless, what their options are, and how they can access the resources they need to regain stability. Participants will also learn about fair housing law, tenants’ rights, and the eviction process.
NEOCH PRESENTS ROOT CAUSES OF HOMELESSNESS, OUR SIGNATURE EDUCATION SERIES!
Dispel homelessness myths and learn how the problem is perpetuated through systemic racism and the commodification of housing. Hear from NEOCH staff and board members about the historical and modern causes of homelessness, and what we can do to build a world where everyone has a safe place to call home…
NEOCH Against New Cleveland Catholic Diocese’s Policies
Maui fires were a product of colonialism and gentrification; Lahaina people continue to thrive despite centuries of oppression.
GET INVOLVED! Learn, grow and work to end homelessness with #TeamNEOCH
Apply for NEOCH’s Radically Inclusive Community now for opportunities to join NEOCH’s work to end homelessness, connect with your community, and deepen your understanding of housing justice and the root causes of poverty.
UREB AND SUPPORTERS PROTEST AT WRLC BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER
On the morning of Friday, May 19th NEOCH staff and the United Residents of Euclid Beach tenants’ union gathered at the Western Reserve Land Conservancy’s (WRLC) breakfast fundraiser in Moreland Hills to protest the WRLC’s decision to close the Euclid Beach Mobile Home Park and displace over 100 Euclid Beach residents in September 2024.
POSTPONED: HOMELESS HELP 101
Do you interact with unhoused people where you work, learn, live or worship? Learn how to best assist and interact with people who may be experiencing housing insecurity or homelessness.
WEBINAR SERIES: LGBTQ 101
Homeless and social service providers: Learn how best to meet the unique needs of LGBTQ people who come to your organization for help, and how to make them feel welcomed.
NEOCH PRESENTS ROOT CAUSES OF HOMELESSNESS, OUR SIGNATURE EDUCATION SERIES!
Dispel homelessness myths and learn how the problem is perpetuated through systemic racism and the commodification of housing. Hear from NEOCH staff and board members about the historical and modern causes of homelessness, and what we can do to build a world where everyone has a safe place to call home…
Cleveland Housing 101: Three-part webinar series on homeless service system
Learn the ins and outs of the housing and shelter systems in Cuyahoga County. Participants will get an overview of how people become housing insecure and homeless, what their options are, and how they can access the resources they need to regain stability. Participants will also learn about fair housing law, tenants’ rights, and the eviction process.
GET INVOLVED! Learn, grow and work to end homelessness with #TeamNEOCH
Apply for NEOCH’s Radically Inclusive Community now for opportunities to join NEOCH’s work to end homelessness, connect with your community, and deepen your understanding of housing justice and the root causes of poverty.
NEW WEBINAR: Housing Stability Support, Occupational Therapy in Homeless Services
Learn about occupational therapy life-skill building and the benefits to housing stability for people experiencing homelessness, with a specialized focus on the LGBTQ community.
RESCHEDULED: Domestic & Gender-Based Violence
Learn to recognize the signs of domestic violence in your clients, and how our society’s history of gender-based violence have created a pipeline to homelessness.
NEOCH WEBINAR: Harm Reduction in Homeless Services
Learn how people experiencing addiction are criminalized, penalized, and dehumanized within social services, and what you can do to create a healthier environment for the people you serve.
STAND WITH EUCLID BEACH: A LETTER TO OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Dear Community Partners,
As you may have heard, on Thursday, February 9th, 2023, a Neighborhood Plan was released in which The Western Reserve Land Conservancy (WRLC) announced that they will displace the residents at Euclid Beach Mobile Home Park and destroy their beloved community. Over 100 people will have their homes and livelihoods erased from existence and over 100 already existing affordable housing units will no longer be available.