IAM CARES - (International Association of Machinists Center for Administering Rehabilitation and Employment Services)

Contact:
Marc Marcano, Administrative Coordinator or Shawnette Mansfield, Social Services Coordinator, (913) 281-3300.

Description:
IAM CARES has numerous programs but this program, located at 1979 North 2nd Street in the Juniper Gardens Housing Development, primarily focuses on long-term welfare recipients (have been receiving assistance for 30 months or is within 12 months of losing benefits), individuals that do not have a high school diploma or GED, poor work history and may require substance abuse treatment.

Program Start Date:
January, 2000

Program Size:
The program serves on an average 60 persons per year.

Eligible Applicants:
Individuals that meet certain criteria are eligible for the program. A complete list of eligibility verification is available from the contact person(s). A partial listing of criteria includes, but not limited to, long-term welfare recipient, no high school diploma or GED, pregnant or parenting teen, poor work history, learning disabled, resident of public housing, domestic violence victim.

Type of Assistance:
IAM CARES provides job preparation skills, resume writing, job development and case management for one year. The program also helps to break down the barriers to long term employment such as daycare and transportation.

Contributors to the Program:
IAM CARES receives funding through the Department of Labor.

PHA Funding:
KCKHA provides a three-bedroom unit at Juniper Gardens Family Development for the operation of IAM CARES. In addition, KCKHA provides referrals of public housing residents.