THE COMMUNITY VOICE A Quarterly Newsletter by Community Services Employment Training
September 2020
Dear Community Partners, CSET is proud to be partnering with local partners to meet the increased needs of Tulare County residents impacted by the pandemic. As part of our Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES), CSET is providing rental, mortgage, and utility bill assistance along with employment services through the Employment Connection centers. We have streamlined our application process, providing individuals with the opportunity to apply online or come into our office to schedule an appointment. Additional staff have been brought on to assure we can meet the growing needs of our community. We are also a proud partner of the Tulare County Community Care Coalition helping to connect families in rural areas to COVID-19 testing, essential services, and referral to safety net resources. Thank you to our Board of Directors, staff, partners, funders, and all those who helped make a difference and foster hope in our community during these challenging times. Your flexibility, commitment, and support are truly appreciated. Sincerely, Mary Alice Escarsega-Fechner, CSET Executive Director
CSET STAFF PROVIDE RESOURCES TO RURAL RESIDENTS AT DRIVE-THRU GIVING EVENTS CSET is honored to be part of the Tulare County Community Care Coalition. Alongside our partners, we are dedicated to protecting and strengthening the wellbeing of our community. CSET’s Community Initiatives team has participated in numerous drive-thru giving events throughout Tulare County to distribute resources and supplies to rural communities. More than 600 families have benefited from this event and received a range of resources such as water, food, baby supplies, face masks, backpacks for children, and information about community resources. We are grateful for the opportunity to be part of this collaboration and helping families during these challenging times.
Family Resource Center staff (left to right) Alicia Cortes & Angel Avitia provide blanket kits and food to families at Earlimart Giving & Testing Event.
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