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HCI and Housing Authority Team Up - February 2002
Hamilton Center (HCI) was approached last fall by the executive director of the Terre Haute Housing Authority, Patrick Barder, concerning the need for HCI services for some residents of city housing.
According to Barder, some residents are isolated and in need of attention while others need a support system that the city cannot provide.
A contract was signed, and the position of community resource officer was created. Carrie Bland was hired on December 10 of last year and works from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
Bland will serve 500 to 600 residents that live in Garfield Gardens, Garfield Towers, and Dreiser Square. Bland will network with residents and make referrals for those who are in need of HCI services.
Barder is unaware of this type of arrangement being used anywhere else in the country, and according to Cynthia Sartor, Ph.D., director of Client Support Services, there is great growth potential in this program.
"We feel that this program will deliver a valuable service to many people in our community. We are so please to be working with the Terre Haute Housing Authority, a very supportive partner in this program." Sartor said.
HCI Shelter Takes 2nd Place - February 2002
Hamilton Center (HCI) took 2nd place for its entry in the Christmas in the Park contest at Deming Park.
HCI's shelter had the theme "Waiting on Santa -- Worlds Apart."
The prize money of $850 will benefit Client Support Services.
Hamilton Center Endows ISU's Dept. of Social Work - February 2002
Hamilton Center Inc. recently created an endowment of $25,000 for Indiana State University's department of social work.
The Hamilton Center Endowed Social Work Fund will help provide additional funds above the department's normal budget. Because it is an endowment, only the interest earned will be spent; the principle will remain intact.
It will help fund guest speakers, distance education (including the use of statewide multimedia programs) and traditional format activities such as in-service training, conferences, seminars and workshops.
According to William Tromble, director of development for the College of Arts and Sciences, "The gift will grow over the years and will continue to bring in nationally known speakers and aid in planning and conducting workshops and conferences, seminars and workshops."
Galen Goode, CEO of Hamilton Center Inc., agreed that the partnership will be beneficial to the Wabash Valley.
"We are excited about the continuing education partnership with Indiana State University's Department of Social Work," Goode said. "This cooperative effort will allow us to host nationally known experts in the field of human services, which will ultimately provide the community. with well-trained social workers."
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