OPEN ORIENTATION FOR CULINARY ARTS PROGRAM

WHEN: Every Tuesday, promptly at 9:30am

WHERE: FareStart (700 Virginia St, Seattle, WA 98101). Ring the buzzer at the Virginia Street entrance for receptionist.

WHAT: FareStart is a free culinary training and placement program. Students receive:

• 16 weeks of hands-on culinary training in working professional kitchens
• Coaching to become successful in your work and help finding a job
• Support services for personal needs, including housing assistance

QUESTIONS? Visit the FareStart website or contact them at 206.267.6218.

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FINANCIAL FITNESS BOOT CAMP WORKSHOP SERIES

WHEN: 4 Tuesdays (1/15, 1/22, 1/29 &  2/5/2019), 3 – 5pm each session

WHERE: Solid Ground (1501 N 45th St, Seattle WA, 98103, Cheryl Cobbs Murphy Room, 1st floor)

WHAT: Are you ready to take control of your finances? Join us for our four-part Financial Fitness Boot Camp (FFBC) workshop series, designed to help you take control of your finances!

Workshop topics & dates:

• Goal Setting: Tuesday, 2/5/19, 3- 5pm
• DONE! Banking: Tuesday, 1/29/19, 3 – 5pm
• DONE! Credit & Credit Repair: Tuesday, 1/22/19, 3 – 5pm
• DONE! Budgeting: Tuesday, 1/15/19, 3 – 5pm

QUESTIONS? Please contact us at financialfitness@solid-ground.org or 206.694.6765.

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CITIZENSHIP DAY

WHEN: Saturday, February 2, 10am – 1pm

WHERE: The Conference Center at SeaTac International Airport (17801 International Blvd, Sea-Tac, WA 98158)

WHAT: Do you need help applying for citizenship? Come to Citizenship Day, where volunteer immigration attorneys and interpreters offer FREE assistance with citizenship applications!

FOR MORE INFO: Appointments required; no walk-ins! To make an appointment or for more information visit the Washington New Americans website or call/text 206.926.3924.

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MAKE THE MOST OF HOME HEALTH BENEFITS

WHEN: Wednesday, February 13, 7:15 – 9am

WHERE: With a Little Help Office (2021 Minor Ave E, Suite A, Seattle, WA 98102)

WHAT: With a Little Help is hosting a free hour of Continuing Education. In this presentation, Chris Strand will talk about how home health is an underutilized benefit that can help folks remain in their homes, whether recovering from an illness, undergoing medical treatments, or dealing with disabilities. Home health provides rehabilitative care and assistance to safely and successfully remain at home or return home following a hospitalization. Services covered by Medicare and Private Insurance Benefits. Please register by February 8.

REGISTRATION: Email Shawn@WithaLittleHelp.com.

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***** ONGOING EVENTS & RESOURCES *****

FREE SUNDAY DINNER

WHEN: Every Sunday in January, 12 – 2pm

WHERE: Blessed Sacrament Church (5050 8th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115, Parish Hall)

WHAT: Blessed Sacrament Church is hosting their weekly Sunday dinner. Meals are served with green salad, fruit salad, dessert, bread, coffee, milk and juice.

This Sunday’s Menu:

⇒hickory chicken ⇒chowder ⇒mashed spuds ⇒gravy ⇒corn ⇒pasta salad

St. Vincent de Paul conference representatives will also be present during dinner for assistance referrals. Blessed Sacrament Church is accessible through Metro bus routes 26, 70 & 67.

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FEDEX IS HIRING

WHEN: Every Thursday in January, 11am – 1pm

WHERE: Airport Jobs Office, SeaTac International Airport (17801 International Blvd, Seattle, WA 98158, Mezzanine Level, Room 6626)

WHAT: A FedEx recruiter will be at the Airport Jobs Office answering questions regarding open positions and assisting with online applications. This is a walk-in event; no registration needed, all are welcome!

Position requirements:

• Minimum 18 years old
• Must be a U.S. resident for minimum 5 years
• Valid driver’s license (for select positions)

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FREE TAX PREP

WHEN: Now – April 18, 2019, Wednesdays, 5 – 9pm & Saturdays, 10am – 2pm

WHERE: Solid Ground, 1501 N 45th St, Seattle, WA 98103 (1st Floor, Cheryl Cobbs Murphy Meeting Room)

WHAT: United Way is offering free tax preparation for individuals making less than $66,000 per year. United Way can also assist with how to save a portion of your refund for savings purposes. They also help individuals access free financial coaching resources, healthcare, public benefits and ORCA LIFT alongside tax prep services. No appointment necessary. Last customer will be served 45 minutes before listed time. Please note: If filing with your spouse, both parties must be present.

What to bring (required):

• Photo ID
• Social Security Card/ITIN letters for everyone included in the return
• Tax Statements (W-2, 1099, SSA-1099 forms, etc)
• Health Insurance Forms (1095-A, 1095-B, or 1095-C)

Additional documents recommended:

• Bank Account Number & Routing Number
• Copy of Last Year’s Tax Return

FOR MORE INFO: Visit United Way Free Tax Prep website or 2.1.1.