We Enjoyed Presenting at the DC Legal Services Panel for the 10 DC Family First Success Centers
We presented along with Bread for the City, DC Volunteer Lawyers Project, First Shift Justice, Legal Counsel for the Elderly, and Tzedek DC.
DC KinCare Community Board Meets on Zoom to Take Virtual Holiday Picture!
Most everyone received their DC KinCare Santa Hats, and those who didn’t wore something red instead! A few members lost the pom-pom on their Santa Hat, including one pom-pom that was eaten by their dog. But is was a fun time had by all and we got a great picture together! Happy Holidays Everyone!
Thank You DC Office of Tenant Advocate for Your Presentation to Our Community Board Today!
We learned about tenant protections, including new DC laws that protect renters and COVID-related protections.
What An Amazing Evening With Civil Rights Activist Ben Crump!
Everyone enjoyed listening to his stories of growing up in Lumberton, North Carolina, how his great-grandmother Mittie influenced his life, and how we always looked up to Thurgood Marshall and wanted to be like him one day! Thank you Mr. Crump for taking the time to talk with us and our relative caregivers!
#MASKUP for Relative Caregivers of DC Children
At our November Relative Caregiver Community Advisory Board meeting, our members masked up for caregivers of DC children! We also heard a presentation by Community Mediation DC about how to deal with conflict during the holiday season! Click read more to see the pic!
Check Out DC KinCare Alliance’s COVID Response
See how we have pivoted operations to serve clients in this changing and difficult time.
DC KinCare Community Advisory Board October 2020 Monthly Meeting
The DC Office of Tax Advocate provided a presentation to our Community Board about the Schedule H Renters Tax Credit. All attendees found the presentation informative and helpful. The Community Board also discussed working on an oral history project and virtual family mural.
Meet Our New Community Organizing and Outreach Specialist, Demi Otukoya!
Hello I am Demi! A student and researcher passionate about helping communities gain access and support through resources like community engagement and legislation. I am thrilled to serve as your community organizing and outreach specialist!
Marla and Stephanie Continue Helping Relative Caregivers and the Children they Raise During COVID-19
In June and July, here are some examples of how we helped relative caregivers: (1) Get a larger housing unit; (2) Apply for utility assistance; (3) Apply for rental assistance; (4) File a housing conditions case; (5) Reinstate SNAP benefits; (6) Apply for Unemployment Insurance; and (7) Get emergency custody in court.
Marla and Stephanie Continue Helping Relative Caregivers and the Children they Raise During COVID-19
Some examples from the first week of May: helped a relative caregiver submit documents to receive her small business microgrant; helped a relative caregiver apply for unemployment benefits; gave advice to caregivers on illegal rental practices; and assisted caregivers to obtain free food.
Join Deputy Director Stephanie McClellan for a Webinar on recent federal and local legislation that may affect you
Stephanie will discuss how to make sure you receive your Federal Stimulus Payments and avoid getting scammed. See our Powerpoint Presentation below.
DC KinCare Alliance Attorneys Are Helping Those In Need During Covid-19 Pandemic
Read about what they have been doing to help kinship families during this difficult time.
