SENIOR FARMERS MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM

WHEN: Enroll now – May 12, 2017 (participants notified by July 1, 2017).

WHERE: Application available online; must be printed out and mailed.

WHAT: Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program provides low-income seniors with $40 in voucher checks that can used to purchase fresh produce at approved farmers market locations. Must live in King County, be age 60 years or older (Native American 55+), and low income.

King County accepts applications and distributes vouchers by mail only. Due to the program popularity, Aging and Disability Services (ADS) typically does not have enough vouchers to provide one for each applicant and utilizes a random selection process. (Seniors residing outside of King County may contact the Area Agency on Aging in their region to apply.)

QUESTIONS? 206.962.8467 or 844.348.5464

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6-SESSION JOB SEARCH BOOT CAMP

WHEN: Program Orientation / Intro Session: Thursday, April 27, 2017, 1-3pm; Seminars: May 9, 11, 16, 18 & 25, 1-4pm

WHERE: WorkSource Redmond (7735 178th Pl NE, Redmond, WA 98052)

WHAT: Wanting to kick start your job search and needing some guidance? Attend a FREE 6-session workshop series! This event fills very fast and there are only 18 slots available. Participants agree to attend all 6 sessions and as a prerequisite have attended a WorkSource LinkedIn Workshop or have an active LinkedIn profile. This is an intensive Boot Camp formulated to revitalize and achieve greater results in your job search. Historically, job seekers have been successful returning to work in a short amount of time after taking this series.

Topics include:

• Presenting your value and master resumes
• Targeted resumes, key words, working with recruiters
• Leveraging LinkedIn, social media, networking
• Job-winning interview preparation and techniques followed by a practice interview with an employer

QUESTIONS/TO REGISTER: Email both adreeben@esd.wa.gov and jgroak@esd.wa.gov.

RENT SMART TENANT RIGHTS WORKSHOP

WHEN: Wednesday, May 3, 2017, 5:30-7pm

WHERE: Douglass-Truth Branch of the Seattle Public Library, 2300 E Yesler Way, Seattle, WA 98122

WHAT: Tenant Services is a program of Solid Ground. This FREE Rent Smart workshop for current and future renters and tenant advocates includes:

• Know and assert your rights as tenants
• Navigate the housing search and landlord screening process
• Protect yourself from eviction and housing loss
• Learn how to get deposits back and repairs made

Please note that while Solid Ground’s Tenant Counselors are not attorneys and cannot provide legal advice, they are recognized leaders in tenant education and advocacy.

QUESTIONS/TO RSVP: Email tenantwa@solid-ground.org or 206.694.6748.