Program Name: K & M Virtual Summer Fun Camp   Ages: 6 - 12

Facilitator: Katrina Taylor & Mary Ellison                    Fee: $25 per child  

Days of the Week:  ☒Monday   ☒Tuesday   ☒Wednesday   ☒Thursday   ☒Friday

Start Date: 7/19/2021    End Date: 8/13/2021

Start Time: 4:00 p.m.     End Time: 6:00 p.m.

Location: Online

Program Description: We have the perfect solution to your at home summer play. Enjoy live interactive sessions and learn to build, craft, create and test your skills to win prizes. HOC Elementary-aged youth residing in Montgomery County are welcome to register. Camp Highlights: Art & Crafts, Health & Fitness, Science, Games, Cooking, and Daily Challenges. Each child will be provided with a supply kit, guided instruction, personal log in ID, completion certificate and gift for perfect attendance. The final day to register is Friday, July 9, 2021.

NOTICE: Participants must have internet service, and a ChromeBook or electronic device to log in.

Program Name: Media Camp      Ages: Rising 6 ^th- rising 8th^th grade students

Facilitator: HOC Academy           Fee:  $10 per student

Days of the Week:  ☒Monday   ☒Tuesday   ☒Wednesday   ☒Thursday    ☒Friday

Start Date: 8/9/2021         End Date: 8/13/2021

Start Time: 10:00am          End Time:  1:00pm

Location: Online

Program Info: Media is all around us!  Commercials and social media are everywhere.  In this camp participants will gain tools to navigate, analyze, create, and convey their message through media.  This camp includes a special session with Nike commercial writer and director, Nnamdi Ihekwoaba.   Students must have a smartphone to participate.  Additional supplies will be provided upon completed registration

Program Name: Cypher Camp       Ages: Rising 9 ^th- rising 12th^th grade students

Facilitator: HOC Academy               Fee: $10 per student

Days of the Week: ☒Monday   ☒Tuesday   ☒Wednesday   ☒Thursday   ☒Friday

Start Date: 8/9/2021         End Date: 8/13/2021

Start Time: 11:00am          End Time: 2:00pm

Location: Online

Program Info: Do you have musical talent that you want to let out? The Cypher Camp may be the perfect place for you. Facilitated by local celebrity DrewStar of DrewStar productions campers will gain music making skills in a fun and engaging environment. Beat making, songwriting, music production and more will be taught. Enroll to showcase your talent.

Program Name: Re-Inventing Yourself During COVID-Meal on a Budget During COVID   Ages: Adults

Facilitator: Resident Services-Financial Literacy Coach           Fee:  Free

On Demand Access:  Yes______   Live Only __X___

Virtual Access Needs: Access to Google Meet link and dial –in information will be included on the calendar invite one individual registers.

Program Description: Special interactive financial literacy workshop.  This workshop focuses on applying the knowledge you have learned.  Registered participants will have to take $25 to feed a family of five (5). The first 10 registerants will receive a $25 Giant gift card by HOC to purchase the food.  A prize will be given to the participant who is able to feed a family of five with the least amount of money. Additional information will be emailed to registered participants. On-line registration required.

Days of the Week:      X Tuesday   

Start Date: 6/8/2021  End Date: 6/8/2021            
Start Time: 6:00 P.M. End Time: 7:30 P.M. 

Start Date: 8/10/2021  End Date: 8/10/2021                  
Start Time: 6:00 P.M.   End Time: 7:30 P.M.       

Program Name: Financially Re-Inventing Yourself During COVID   Ages: Adults

Facilitator: Resident Services-Financial Literacy Coach                 Fee: Free

On Demand Access:  Yes______   Live Only __X___

Virtual Access Needs: Access to Google Meet link and dial –in information will be included on the calendar invite one individual registers.

Program Description: Examining Financial and Credit challenges during COVID. Addressing budget and credit challenges during COVID19. Helping HOC and waitlist members identify financial choices to maintain their family budget. Examining and addressing credit issues caused by COVID 19. On-line registration required.

Days of the Week:   Monday  

CODE: Financial Literacy Virtual

Program Name: Financially Re-Inventing Yourself During COVID   Ages: Adults

Facilitator: Resident Services-Financial Literacy Coach          Fee: Free

On Demand Access:  Yes______   Live Only __X___

Virtual Access Needs: Access to Google Meet link and dial –in information will be included on the calendar invite one individual registers.

Program Description: Examining Financial and Credit challenges during COVID. Addressing budget and credit challenges during COVID19. Helping HOC and waitlist members identify financial choices to maintain their family budget. Examining and addressing credit issues caused by COVID 19. On-line registration required.

Days of the Week:  Tuesday   

On Demand Access:  Yes______   Live Only __X___

CODE: Financial Literacy Virtual

Program Name: Financially Re-Inventing Yourself During COVID   Ages: Adults

Facilitator: Resident Services-Financial Literacy Coach                     Fee: Free

On Demand Access:  Yes______   Live Only __X___

Virtual Access Needs: Access to Google Meet link and dial –in information will be included on the calendar invite one individual registers.

Program Description: Examining Financial and Credit challenges during COVID. Addressing budget and credit challenges during COVID19. Helping HOC and waitlist members identify financial choices to maintain their family budget. Examining and addressing credit issues caused by COVID 19. On-line registration required.

Days of the Week:   Wednesday   

Program Name: HOUSING FUNDAMENTALS     Ages: 18 and Up

Facilitator: Resident Counselor                              Fee: Free

Days of the Week:  ☐Monday   ☐Tuesday   ☒Wednesday   ☐Thursday    ☐Friday

Start Date: 7/21/2021       

Start Time: 6:00 P.M.         End Time: 7:30 P.M.

Location: Service Coordination Virtual Workshop

Program Description: Everyone needs safe, decent and stable housing. This interactive workshop focuses on the agency’s mission in keeping residents housed in the various housing programs that the Housing Opportunities Commission has to offer.  The workshop attempts to empower participants with information that will assist them in being successful with housing.  The workshop combines effective strategies and information on available resources that can help a resident to successfully maintain his/her housing. Participants will develop a better understanding of his/her housing program and guidelines and the rights and responsibilities outlined in a lease.  Must register online to participate.  Registered participants will receive virtual instructions.       

Program Name: HOUSING FUNDAMENTALS          Ages: 18 and Up

Facilitator: Resident Counselor                                   Fee: Free

Days of the Week: ☐Monday   ☐Tuesday   ☐Wednesday   ☒Thursday   ☐Friday

Start Date: 7/15/2021       End Date: 7/15/2021

Start Time: 10:00 A.M.       End Time: 11:30 A.M.

Location: Service Coordination Virtual Workshop

Program Description: Everyone needs safe, decent and stable housing. This interactive workshop focuses on the agency’s mission in keeping residents housed in the various housing programs that the Housing Opportunities Commission has to offer. The workshop attempts to empower participants with information that will assist them in being successful with housing. The workshop combines effective strategies and information on available resources that can help a resident to successfully maintain his/her housing. Participants will develop a better understanding of his/her housing program and guidelines and the rights and responsibilities outlined in a lease. Must register online to participate.   Registered participants will receive virtual instructions.      

Program Name: HOUSING FUNDAMENTALS Information Session    Ages: 18 and Up

Facilitator: Resident Counselor                                                              Fee: Free

Days of the Week: ☐Monday   ☒Tuesday   ☐Wednesday   ☐Thursday   ☐Friday

Start Time: 10:00 A.M.       End Time: 11:00 A.M.

Location: [Service Coordination Virtual Resource Sharing

Program Description: Need know how to find and navigate available resources? Resident Services will host monthly resource sharing sessions monthly. This is an opportunity for participants to learn about available resources at HOC and in the community to include food resources, wellness, financial assistance resources for emergencies, employment, tuition assistance, etc. The sessions are offered on the fourth Tuesday of each month during the day and on the fourth Thursday in the evening. Staff will provide information on how to navigate services. This will also provide a space for participants to inquire about their resource needs. In addition, this will be an opportunity for participants to learn about the services offered by the Resident Services Division. Must register online to participate. Registered participants will receive virtual instructions.