Monthly Archives: December 2009

The Bronk’s – Most Fascinating People of 2009

As many of you may know, Walter & Rose Bronk, who head up St. Paul’s Kitchen, here in Lowell were received the Community Teamwork “Heroes” Award this Fall for their generosity and commitment in providing meals to those in need … Continue reading

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This Week’s Right Resources Bulletin from One Family

This Week’s News from the ICHH Regional Networks and the Right Resources Bulletin Board December 29, 2009 Innovation in the Spotlight: Eviction Prevention Partnership Among the Malden Housing Authority, Everett Housing Authority, and Housing Families Inc. Since July 2008, Housing … Continue reading

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Happiest of Holidays from the Merrimack Valley Regional Network

As the Regional Coordinator for the Merrimack Valley Regional Network to End Homelessness, I wanted to take this opportunity to wish you and your families the very best this holiday season. The Merrimack Valley Regional Network has been very busy … Continue reading

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Continuum of Care Grant Awards Announced

OBAMA ADMINISTRATION AWARDS NEARLY $1.4 BILLION IN HOMELESS GRANTS Record number of local programs to receive funding to keep operating WASHINGTON – The Obama Administration today announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is renewing grant … Continue reading

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Homelessness & Our Faith Based Communities

Here in Lowell and across the country, our interfaith communities have really provided the foundation to what is known today as Social Services. In days gone by and even today, faith communities come together to support their communities to ensure … Continue reading

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Cold Winter Months and Our Homeless

In the  Boston Herald, (on 12/19/09) there was an article entitled “After Two Deaths, City Aims to Help Homeless Stay Warm”. This got me thinking about what we as a city did last year to raise funds to be able … Continue reading

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Community Christmas Dinner ~ Lowell Area

Community Christmas Dinner ~ Lowell Area Community Christian Fellowship 12/25/09 @ 11am to 2pm 105 Princeton Blvd. Lowell, MA 01851 978-934-9414 Pre- registration is preferred http://www.ccfcca.com Christ Church United in Dracut 12/25/09 @ 1 PM. Call 978 459 2022 to … Continue reading

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This Weeks Right Resource Bulletin ~ One Family

This Week’s News from the ICHH Regional Networks and the Right Resources Bulletin Board December 16, 2009 Innovation in the Spotlight: Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance’s Diversion and Rapid Re-Housing Model Central Massachusetts Housing Alliances leads the state in its success … Continue reading

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Best & Emerging Practices in Ending Homlessness ~ Changing the Paradigm

Best and Emerging Practices in Ending Homelessness: Changing the Paradigm You’re Invited! Event Sponsors One Family Inc, the Massachusetts Housing and Shelter Alliance, The Paul and Phyllis Fireman Charitable Foundation and the ICHH invite you to join us for a … Continue reading

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H1N1 Flu Clinic for Adults & Children in Lowell

FREE ADULT H1N1 Flu Clinic (ages 18 and up) Middlesex Community College Cafeteria 33 Kearney Square Lowell, MA DATE: Tuesday, December 22, 2009 TIME:  10AM to 2PM No residency requirement No pre-registration or appointment necessary Parking in Lower Locks Garage … Continue reading

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