February Facts & Fun!

February is upon us bringing many reasons to celebrate our families and loved ones. Below you will find important facts that will help keep your family healthy, and will also keep you having fun together! Please read below to stay informed. Happy February!

Mark Your Calendars!
Family Fun Night will be on Thursday, February 9th from 5pm-7pm. This will be a great night of winter fun that you do not want to miss! We are looking forward to having fun with you and your family.


FREE Give Kids a Smile Program
On February 18th, the UK College of Dentistry will host the annual "Give Kids a Smile" day. They will be providing dental exams and treatment at NO COST for children ages 4-12. This treatment includes exams, x-rays, cleanings and any needed fillings, extractions and sealants. If you are lpanning to take your child(ren) you need to call 859.323.6525 for more information. Registration begins at 8:30 and they will treat around 100 children.

Lil' Angels Spring and Summer Consignment Sale
Wilmore United Methodist Church
209 East Main Street, Wilmore
Friday, March 9th & Saturday, March 10th
8:30am-1pm and 5pm-7pm 8:30am-12pm (noon)
**Girls - infant to size 16, junior girls and boys - infant to size 20
**Maternity clothing, toys, and nursery supplies and equipment
**Most items 1/2 price on Saturday (many items are $.50, $1, $2, & $3)

Transportation
Do you need transportation to the doctor, to go shopping, or to get your hair cut? Bluegrass Ultra-Transit Service provides transportation to the public. (Less than 3 miles $3 each way, more than 3 miles $1 per mile each way.) If the appointment you are going to is Medicaid covered call the Transit Service because there may be no charge to you for the transportation. 72 hours notice is required. Call 1-800-456-6588 to schedule.

JARC is a transportation service offered to the public, targeting low income individuals to and from employment related activities. The fare to be chared is $.50 per person per mile. 72 hours notice is required. Operates Monday-Saturday. For more information, contact Bluegrass Ultra-Transit Service (BUS) 1-800-456-6588.

FREE Tax Preparation and Filing Service
If you earned less than $49,000 in 2011 you may qualify for this free service. Stop paying to have your taxes filed. the Central Kentucky Economic Empowerment Project (CKEEP) is providing free tax preparation and filing for hardworking families in central Kentucky. This free service can have your refund to you in just 7-10 days. Call 211 to schedule your free tax appointment now!

LHEAP Crisis Program
Heating Assistance to low income families. Must have a disconnection notice. To apply go to Bluegrass Community Action Monday-Thursday anytime between 8am-12pm. **Bring Social Security Card, Picture ID, proof of income for the previous month for everyone that lives in the house or proof of no income for the previous month and the disconnect notice. Program ends when funding runs out.

Please feel free to contact the FRC by stopping by our office or calling us at 887.0567, or leave us a comment on our blog. Thank you!

FRC STAFFJoe Brannen, MSW: Coordinator
Debbie Cumbie, MSW: Asst. Coordinator
Lindsey Marler, MSW Student: Intern
Connie Bandy, RN: Nurse
Karen Workman: FRC Assistant

Welcoming 2012

Happy New Year from the FRC! We hope that your Holiday Season was filled with joy that carries far into 2012. There are several updates we wish to inform you about as we kick off the new year. Please take a few moments to get informed.

Donate New or Gently Used Coats
The FRC has had several requests for coats this week with the recent cold weather and this has completely depleted our supply. If you would like to donate a new or gently used children's coat please drop it by the JELV FRC across from the main office or call 887.0567 to make other arrangements. Sizes that are currently needed are boys and girls 4,6,8, and 10 with the greatest need being boys and girls sizes 6 and 8.

Family Fun Night
Family Fun Night has been changed from January 12th to Thursday, February 9th from 5pm-7pm. Come join us for some winter fun! We are looking forward to seeing you and your family.

Free Tax Preparation and Filing Service
If you earned less than $49,000 in 2011 you may qualify for this free service. Stop paying to have your taxes filed. The Central Kentucky Economic Empowerment Project (CKEEP) is providing free tax preparation and filing for hardworking families in central Kentucky. This free service can have your refund to you in just 7-10 days. Call 211 to schedule your free tax appointment now!

Did You Know?
The YMCA provides several childcare options for working parents. See some of the options below then contact the YMCA at 885.5013 for more information.

Primetime Emergency Care:
No more than 3 days per month. $15/child per day

Scheduled School Days Off/All Day Snow Days:
Location: Rosenwald Elementary
Time: 7am-6pm
Fee/day: $15 if attending after school, $25 if not attending after school program
*Pre-registration required

LHEAP Crisis Program
Heating assistance to low income families. Must have a disconnection notice. To apply go to Bluegrass Community Action Monday-Thursday anytime between 8am-12pm.
**Bring Social Security Card, Picture ID, proof of income for the previous month for everyone that lives in the house or proof of no income for the previous month and the disconnect notice. Program ends when funding runs out.

Please feel free to contact the FRC by stopping by our office or calling us at 887.0567, or leave us a comment on our blog. Thank you!

FRC STAFF
Joe Brannen, MSW: Coordinator
Debbie Cumbie, MSW: Asst. Coordinator
Lindsey Marler, MSW Student: Intern
Connie Bandy, RN: Nurse
Karen Workman: FRC Assistant