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Faith’s House Helps Single Moms in North Georgia

Posted by: faithshouse on: November 2, 2011

Raising a child in today’s fast-paced world can be a difficult task only to be compounded when the parents are no longer together. This scenario is becoming more  common as generations of children are being raised by single parents. Though many of these parents are hard workers who make valiant efforts to provide for their children, often times they still need a great deal of support. That’s where Faith’s House comes in, a local non-profit organization that strives to help empower single mothers.

Valerie Daniel, the founder of Faith’s House, has a vision to help the women who need it most but are the least likely to ask for it. Faith’s House ultimate goal is to have a place for single mother families with limited life choices to live while they pursue their educational dreams. Debra, a single mother said “the practical information and support I have received at Faith’s House has been invaluable.” Another mom, Justina, who received help through resources at Christmas said “I hope one day when I get on my feet that I can give back and help other moms that were in situations like me.”

Friendship Christian School - meeting place for Faith's House Lunch n Learns

Whether you’re a mother who is single, or single again, Faith’s House welcomes you to their meetings the third Saturday of every month at 11am held atFriendshipChristianSchooloffOld Atlanta Road. At these meetings, you will learn from guest speakers, find information about job opportunities, help with resumes, and share how to best utilize the community’s resources. Childcare and pizza are provided as well. Most importantly, you will find women like yourself who understand you better than anyone.

            If you are interested in learning more about how Faith’s House can help you, or if you are looking for a way to give back to the community and volunteer with a great group of people, visit www.faithshouseinc.org.

2011 LUNAFEST – The Wrap Up

Posted by: faithshouse on: June 13, 2011

Our 2011 LUNAFEST fundraiser was a smashing success!

Click Here To Watch Our Short Video

Faith’s House thanks the wonderful people at LUNA BAR for their support of women’s issues and their sponsoring this awesome and inspiring event.

Take a peek at this video from the day of the event.  Make sure to watch the additional video at the end with recording artist, Neil Cribbs!

June 18, 2011 Single Moms Networking Meeting:

Posted by: faithshouse on: June 12, 2011

Our June meeting will take place on June 18, 2011 from 11am – 1pm.  We meet at Friendship Christian School at 3160 Old Atlanta Road, Suwanee, GA 30024 in Forsyth County.   FREE childcare and pizza provided.

The purpose of our monthly meetings is to create a space where single moms can network with their peers, get support on taking the next step with their education, and get connected to community resources. Our overall mission is to empower single moms and help them create a support system. We soon plan to have representatives from local colleges, and other area non-profits and government agencies at the meetings to be an additional resource to the women.

The participants are asked to share what their current struggle is and then we discuss possible next steps and try to link the single mom to a community resource. We have caring volunteers (usually former single moms) who volunteer their time to be a listening ear and help encourage the single moms wtih this ever so important, but sometimes challenging time of their life.

Our mission is to empower single moms and help them create a support system. We plan to have representative from local colleges, other area non-profits, and government agencies at future meetings as an additional resource to the women.

We will offer a light lunch provided by Cici’s Pizza Buffet, (2920 Ronald Reagan Blvd.), and childcare is provided by FLOOD, Girls Scouts of Greater Atlanta, or other local youth groups.

We will ask you to fill out a short informational card so we can keep you connected to events and links in our community.

For further information: 

valerie@faithshouseinc.org
www.FaithsHouseInc.org

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April 2011 Meeting

Posted by: faithshouse on: April 14, 2011

This months meeting will take place Saturday, April 16th from 11am-1pm.  Free lunch will be provided as well as free child care.

 

What are our monthly meetings like?

 

Our goal is to create a space where single moms can network with their peers, get support on taking the next step with their education, and get connected to community resources. Our overall mission is to empower single moms and help them create a support system. We soon plan to have representatives from local colleges, and other area non-profits and government agencies at the meetings to be an additional resource to the women.

We meet at Friendship Christian Church (educational building in the back).

3160 Old Atlanta Road
Suwanee, GA 30024

For more information: valerie@faithshouseinc.org

LUNAFEST Review From Beth Rider Westbrooks

Posted by: faithshouse on: March 5, 2011

This time last year, my best friend’s sister was diagnosed with breast cancer.  We were lost about what to do and how to help her. As faith would have it, Lunafest came along shortly after and participating in that amazing event somehow made us feel like we were making a difference. Not only were the movies inspiring but we felt like we had taken a small step in taking notice of a disease that affects us all. One year later, my friend’s sister is on the way to a speedy recovery and I will always be grateful that fundraisers like Lunafest exist and we have the power to make it happen for all those involved.

Beth Rider Westbrooks

“As a single mother, I know the struggles firsthand and I found myself wanting to somehow help these remarkably brave women. When I met Valerie, I knew there was a reason she was placed in my path since I could now do something about my situation and other women like me. I am  grateful to be a part of the board and Valerie’s vision.”

B.A. English /Creative Writing and Broadcasting from University of Alabama

Child Support Advocate

 

Faith’s House board member

* LUNAFEST sponsors the Breast Cancer Fund as a national sponsor.  A percentage of the ticket price at each local showing of the movie goes to the local charity with a smaller percentage from each showing going to BCF.

Reflections On LUNAFEST

Posted by: faithshouse on: February 27, 2011

Denise Lawrence

“Attending Lunafest was a huge eye opener for me last year.

I am always moved by talented women, but seeing the variety of short documentaries was truly inspiring and I had a blast.

 

I experienced a range of emotions – from crying to laughter to amazement.

 

I think Faith’s House has brought something unique to our community and I strongly encourage everyone to make some time to attend this year’s Lunafest on March 26 and experience the new films. It’s also an opportunity to support two great causes – Faith’s House and Breast Cancer. And, cheer on agroup of women who bring our stories to life through these timely and moving films.”

 

~Denise Lawrence

Faith’s House Board Member

LUNAFEST

Posted by: faithshouse on: February 23, 2011

It’s that time again!

Time for the Faith’s House annual LunaFest fundraiser.

LUNAFEST® is a program of ten short films all by, for, and about women.  Films celebrate the unique, touching and inspirational roles of women in our local, national and international communities.  100% of all LUNAFEST procedes are donated to charity - in this case, Faith’s House and The Breast Cancer Fund.

LUNAFEST, the fundraising film festival dedicated to promoting awarenes about women’s issues, highlighting women filmmakers, and bringing women together in their communities, will be hosted by Faith’s House, Inc. at Northside Forsyth Hospital in Cumming, Georgia on March 26, 2011.

This unique film festival highlights women as leaders in society, illustrated through nine short films by women filmmakers.  The films range from animation to fictional drama, and cover topics such as women’s health, motherhood, body image, aging, cultural diversity and breaking barriers.

 

Click Picture Then Scroll To Bottom of Page & Click Link to View Movie

All proceeds from LUNAFEST will benefit the Breast Cancer Fund and Faith’s House. Thus far, LUNAFEST, which is created and funded by LUNA, The Whole Nutrition Bar For Women, raised over $360,000 for Breast Cancer Fund and over $570,000 for other women’s non-profit organizations.

March 26, 2011

1-4pm

Northside Forsyth Hospital – Bennett Education Center

1400 Northside Forsyth Drive, Bldg 1100, Cumming, GA 30041

Tickets: $10 in advance / $15 at door (may be purchased via PayPal at: www.FaithsHouseInc.org)

College Training Tips For Single Moms

Posted by: faithshouse on: January 20, 2011

 

Happy New Year everyone!

As I look back on my first blog I notice I’ve already tweaked mygoals! After reviewing my existing commitments and priorities I’ve decided not to re-join the women’s group I referred to, although I truly miss meeting weekly to discuss relationships and goals it’s just not something I can fit in to my already busy schedule of school, homework, mom,wife, Non-Profit Director and Girl Scout leader (it is a very long commute).

Instead I’ve decided to get together with a few local women once a month and try a new restaurant. I realized that what I was missing was girl time and this new avenue will fill that need without adding a new hard commitment. As for the professional goal I’ve also decided to change that; after reviewingmy new class schedule I see that if I take one extra class each semester I can get my Associate’sDegree by the end of the year as opposed to May 2012. I think that is a much better goal and I’mvery excited about it!

With that being said I would like to talk about education, as it is at the heart of our mission at Faith’s House, which is; “Faith’s House will be a place for single moms with Limited life choicesto live while pursuing their educational dreams. The Home will provide a safe, nurturing,& spiritual environment- empowering women to create better lives for themselves and their families. We believe when you educate mothers they see the value & educate their children,which changes family legacies and the world.”  In a research paper conducted though the CensusBureau bachelor’s degree recipients earn an average of $26,000 more per year than high school graduates, which can move your family from struggling to making ends meet!

A few tips for starting your educational journey as a single parent:

1. Visit gacollege 411.org to do research on possible career choices and to find out what colleges offer the degree or certification you are interested in.

a. When thinking about career choices keep in mind that certain careers are moretaxing on a single parent than others, such as; medical, restaurant, retail – they usually require long evening and weekend hours.

b. When choosing a college, things to consider might be: on-site childcare, evening classes as well as a large variety of on-lines classes.

2. Visit the GA Dept. of Labor to research future top jobs and wages for specific fields.

3. As soon as you get your taxes done visit the FAFSA website and fill out the form to see what aid you will be eligible for, you might also be offered a student loan which can help you pay for childcare, rent and other necessities while in college. There are a few types of  loans so do your research before you accept. For the FAFSA application you’ll have to have a school picked out which is why I suggested you visit gacollege411 first.

4. Most colleges have their admittance applications online as well as a check list for formsneeded before acceptance is granted and deadlines for these forms. My advice is to start working on this checklist ASAP, sometimes it can take a while to get transcripts and other needed forms.These tips will get you on your way, if you have questions or other suggestions please leave acomment to share with other readers.

5. The Faith’s House website has many links and resources that can also be of help.  Check it out.

Feel free to post your advice or experiences here as well.  Single moms need all the help they can get!

Single Moms – Make Your Goals For 2011

Posted by: faithshouse on: December 13, 2010

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Goals for 2011, notice I didn’t say resolutions? Nobody keeps those anymore, but goals are different. Goals keep you on track as you journey towards the vision for your life.

This year I am going to make one personal and one professional goal. For me personally I am going to re-join a woman’s group I was apart of for over 10 years that helps me keep my relationships a top priority. As for my professional goal I want to maintain the great GPA I’ve achieved at Gainesville State College.

So how do you go about creating goals? I start off by thinking about what I really want or need to accomplish. Picture yourself on December 31, 2011, what will be happy to have achieved? I think it’s good to have a goals that is attainable, measurable and specific. Some ideas might be; getting a resume together, getting child support awarded (of course that doesn’t mean you’ll get it), getting your GED or going to college.

Once you’ve written down your goals you might want to run them by a friend that can give you honest feedback. I post my goals everywhere like the friderator and my bathroom mirror. Posting the goals helps you stay on track and measure your success. Once you’ve completed a goal really take in that accomplishment and do something nice for yourself.

If you’ve had success with meeting goals please leave a comment about what’s helped you.

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