KCHA NEWS - January 2009
A resource for King County Housing Authority residents
By Gloria Vanzo – Kent Youth & Family Services
Special to The Voice
Cody McKenzie spent most of his childhood living at the KCHA apartment complex formerly known as Springwood. Now, he’s part of the construction crew redeveloping the Kent property as Birch Creek.
McKenzie had many choices he could have made along the way to age 17. So far, he’s made good choices each time.
He had a choice to run in the streets and get into trouble. Though he did that for a brief period, he rejected that choice and learned to volunteer his time and talents with the Kent Youth & Family Services (KYFS) Outreach Program. KYFS is a nonprofit that provides professional counseling, education and support to children, youth, and their families in Kent, including some services at three KCHA properties: Birch Creek, Cascade and Valli Kee.
He had a choice to tune out school and reject learning. Though he stayed out of school briefly, he decided to return, plugging away at his studies and acquiring skills as he waited to enter Job Corps. Job Corps is a no-cost education and vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor. It helps young people ages 16 to 24 get better jobs, make more money and take control of their lives.
He pursued and – within one year achieved – a credential in carpentry, his General Educational Development (GED) diploma and his driver’s license from the Job Corps. He did all this before his 17th birthday. Now that was a good choice!
When he didn’t get a carpentry job right away, McKenzie made the choice to persevere. In October, he was hired as a crew member with Synergy Construction, Inc. – the general contractor overseeing construction at Birch Creek.
“I like carpentry because you work with your hands,” McKenzie said, adding that he’s excited to be working to redevelop the community where he grew up. Sharon Willi, from Synergy Construction, said she was impressed with Cody when he came to a career fair this fall to apply for the job.
“He was kind and well spoken,” she said. “He came back three more times as the day went on inquiring and making sure his resume was perfect. … I could tell he was sincere. I’m so glad Synergy hired him, and he has done well.”
Cody has made good choices so far. There’s no reason to think that pattern he has established for himself will change.
I regularly check in with him to see how he’s doing and what’s new in his life. Aprile Sims, the Birch Creek recreation hall site supervisor also has been a good mentor to Cody. Our mentor jobs were not over when he met a few of his goals. We’re here for the long run to keep giving Cody our support and understanding.
We can all learn from this young man.
Job Corps info
At Job Corps, students enroll to learn a trade, earn a high school diploma or GED and get help finding a good job. When you join the program, you’ll be paid a monthly allowance. Job Corps provides career counseling and transition support to its students for up to 12 months after they graduate from the program.
To enroll, students must be between 16 and 24, be a U.S. citizen or legal resident, and meet income requirements.
If you’re interested in joining the Job Corps program or finding out more about it, please call 1-800-733-JOBS (5627) or go to jobcorps.dol.gov.
The nation’s economic crisis is making on the application carefully. it even harder for the many people who 2. Tailor your responses for the specific are looking for a job right now. If you’re job that you’re applying for. For instance, among them, here are five steps you can emphasize your job skills and work experitake to make your résumé stand out as you ences that line up well with the position begin applying for positions. you’re after. List your achievements and
1. As you fill out your application, re-how you solve problems, not simply your member to show employers three things: responsibilities. the amount and kind of responsibility 3. Keep your information brief, clean you have handled, the results you have and easy to read. Use the minimum numachieved and the relevancy of your past ber of words to convey what you wish responsibilities and accomplishments.
Don’t forget to read all of the instructions
on the application carefully.
2. Tailor your responses for the specific
job that you’re applying for. For instance,
emphasize your job skills and work experiences
that line up well with the position
you’re after. List your achievements and
how you solve problems, not simply your
responsibilities.
3. Keep your information brief, clean
and easy to read. Use the minimum number
of words to convey what you wish to say.
4. Describe what makes you uniquely qualified for the position, what distinguishes you from the pack. Even if this is one of your first jobs, you may have unique accomplishments or skills that the employer is looking for.
5. Emphasize credentials – including licenses or certifications – if they relate to the job that you’re seeking. Also, in the application’s “other related experiences section” include the languages that you speak, read or write, any machinery or equipment you can operate, build or repair and any software programs that you can use.
Digital television arrives
in February, new TV not
required
Starting next month, all analog
televisions will need a converter box
to receive free TV. After Feb. 17, fullpower
TV stations will only broadcast
in a digital format. If you already have
a digital TV, this change won’t affect
you.
If you have an analog TV, you don’t
have to buy cable service or a new TV
to continue receiving free television
after Feb. 17. But you will need to
purchase a digital-to-analog converter
box, which has a one-time cost of up
to $70.
To help you pay for the boxes, the
federal government is offering two $40
coupons per household. You can request
a coupon through March 31 by:
• Calling 1-888-388-2009
• Going online to www.dtv2009.gov
• Writing to DTV Coupons; P.O.
Box 2000; Portland, OR 97208
Once you have the coupon, you must
use it within 90 days, or it will expire,
and you’ll have to pay full price.
News for Senior and Disabled Residents of KCHA Communities
When resident Margaret Helferstine walks through the halls and steps onto the elevator at Munro Manor, she sometimes wonders if she’s really at home.
“It looks just like the Westin (hotel) now,” she said. “It’s lovely.”
A $25 million KCHA project that brought fire and life safety upgrades and other critically needed improvements to housing for nearly 550 seniors and disabled residents is now complete.
All eight buildings were outfitted with new fire alarms and sprinkler systems, and all residents got new front doors with adjacent bulletin boards for their units. Other safety improvements include new railings, flooring and lighting in emergency stairwells. In most of the buildings, the common spaces were renovated with new carpeting, new finishes, new door hardware and more. Some buildings underwent a complete facelift with roof, siding, deck and ventilation improvements.
Four buildings – Brittany Park, Gustaves Manor, Paramount House, and Riverton Terrace – were completed in 2007. Four others – Casa Madrona, Mardi Gras, Munro Manor, and Plaza 17 – were finished in fall 2008. An innovative financing transaction made the eight-building project possible. The transaction involved federal tax credits and tax exempt bonds that will partly be repaid from the Capital Funds that KCHA receives each year to make improvements in public housing.
“It has been so gratifying to be able to work on this project and complete the fire and life safety improvements in all of KCHA’s public housing communities for senior and disabled residents,” said Nikki Parrott, KCHA senior development manager. “Because of our use of the Capital Fund Financing Program, we were also able to make a significant number of additional improvements that have added to the life span of each property and have garnered really positive reviews from residents.”
Munro Manor resident Joell Bong said she is grateful for the new sprinklers and fire alarms in her unit. Bong also likes the new glass deck on her unit as well as the new floors and finishes throughout the building.
“I love it,” she said. “It’s wonderful. I’m really glad for the beauty of it all.”
By Jessica Adams -- Healthy Aging Partnership
Special to The Voice
For the millions of older adults
living in the Northwest, winter may
pose a number of risks. Reports
have shown much higher incidences
of injury and illness due to icy sidewalks,
cold and dry air, flu viruses,
and in many cases, hypothermia.
According to the Healthy Aging
Partnership (HAP), a coalition of
more than 40 Puget Sound not-for-
profit and public organizations
dedicated to older adults’ health
and well-being, older adults should
keep these tips in mind to help
ensure safety and optimum health
this winter.
• Older adults are more susceptible
to hypothermia, which occurs
when too much heat escapes from
the body. It is important to dress warmly and keep dry, but equally
important to remember good nutrition.
Food provides the fuel we need
to keep warm. Hot food and warm
drinks are best to warm the body.
• When going outdoors, remember
to dress warmly. Wear layered,
loose-fitting clothing and mittens.
When possible, wear a hat to protect
against heat loss since close to half
of all body heat is lost through the
head.
• To avoid slips and falls, wear
shoes with plenty of traction.
• Cold weather can put extra strain
on the heart. If you’re doing physical
activity outside, do some warmup
exercises first and take many
breaks.
• When using a portable heater,
plug the heater directly into an outlet,
not to an extension cord. Make sure
the outlet and wiring are in good
condition. Keep the area around the
heater clear of furniture, newspaper
or other flammable materials and
take special care to avoid tripping
over cords.
If you have questions about ways
to reduce risks during the winter or
anything else related to life as an older
adult, call HAP’s free and confidential
help line at 1-888-4ELDERS
(1-888-435-3377) or e-mail hap@seniorservices.org. The Healthy
Aging Partnership is generally supported
by its partner agencies.
By Lori Ferrin – Hopelink
Special to The Voice
The Bus Buddy program through
Hopelink is designed to give you a
safe, convenient and personal introduction
to using public transit.
Our goal is to give you the confidence
to travel in and around the
area.
You will receive training and
support from your Bus Buddy until
you feel you are ready to ride on
your own. This program will give
you greater options for your travel
needs, enhancing your mobility and
increasing your choices for getting
to work, shopping and other activities.
Bus Buddy volunteers can speak
the following languages: Russian,
Somali, Spanish, Amharic and Vietnamese
as well as English.
The program operates in King
County’s Eastside – Kirkland, Redmond,
Bellevue and Renton – but
will be expanding to the south end
soon.
Bus Buddy Program Steps:
• Your Bus Buddy will walk you
through the steps to plan a trip.
You’ll learn how to read the bus
schedules, how to use the route
maps, and how to identify the best
route for your trip. If you have access
to a computer, you will learn to use
the online Trip Planner.
• If you qualify for a reduced
fare, your Bus Buddy will walk you
through the process to fill out and
submit the application. Together,
you will plan and prepare for every
aspect of using the bus system.
• Your Bus Buddy will accompany
you on your trip. Together, you will
learn about boarding the bus, paying
your fare, and the special accessibility
features of the bus.
• Your Bus Buddy will help you
learn how to let the driver know that
your stop is coming up, and how to
safely exit the bus.
• After you have completed your
first trip with your Bus Buddy, you
will discuss the experience. Your
Bus Buddy will answer any remaining
questions about using public
transportation.
• Together, you will determine the
need for ongoing training and any
more rides you’ll want to schedule.
Benefits of the Bus Buddy
Program
After you and your Bus Buddy
have completed the program, you
should experience greater independence,
increased freedom and flexibility,
reliable backup transportation,
better quality of life and access
to the many activities this area has
to offer.
For more information, please contact
Lori Ferrin at 425-943-6769 or
busbuddy@hope-link.org.
By Felix Rodriguez
King County Housing Authority
Known for superb service and
prompt response whenever an
emergency arises, the City of Bothell
Fire & Emergency Medical Services
recently received a surprise
from Northlake House residents: a
$145 donation.
First, some background.
Northlake House used to have its
own resident council, but it dissolved
several years ago as some
members grew older or passed
away. However, a new group of
residents at Northlake House decided
to try to revive some of the
community spirit and involvement
from that time. Their first order of
business was to figure out what to
do with a small fund that was left
over from the prior council.
They decided to show their appreciation
for all of the times that
the City of Bothell Fire & Emergency
Medical Services has come
to Northlake House in response to
residents’ emergencies.
“We’re so thankful for the fire
department and emergency providers
that come here to help,” said
resident Kathleen Nesbo, who
helped kick start the conversation
about what to do with the money
from the prior council. “They’re
usually here about twice a week.
We appreciate their kindness and
just wish we could do more.”
Residents Helen Zemann and
Anne “Mae” Lamb – both members
of the former council – walked over
to the department headquarters to
deliver the $145 donation personally.
“They always come here in just
a second,” Lamb said of the emergency
responders. “They are such
neat guys.”
“They know well where this
place is, and they’re just lovely
people,” Zemann said, adding
that she enjoyed the chance to deliver
the surprise gift. “They were
thrilled. It was fun to be able to do
something for them.”
Fire Chief Warren Burns said the
entire department was grateful for
the Northlake House contribution.
“We are honored to serve our
community and appreciate the generous
donation,” he said.
By the Healthy Aging
Partnership
Special to The Voice
Eating well on a budget can be
challenging, especially for older
adults living on a fixed income.
Here are some ways you can lower
your food costs and make your
meals last longer:
• Make stews with cheaper,
tougher cuts of meat, like beef
chuck roasts or pork shoulders.
Low and slow braising makes
the meat tender, and the flavor is
amazing.
• Use low-cost foods such as
potatoes, beans, lentils, rice and
pasta as the foundation of your diet
and to stretch meals. They are often
more nutritious and last longer than
highly proceed foods. Eggs are
another low-cost source of protein
that you can prepare for breakfast
or for sandwiches.
• Frozen vegetables and fruits
canned in water are less expensive
than fresh and provide the same
nutrients.
• To get those omega 3 fats,
look for canned tuna. For the most
omega 3 fats, choose water-packed
tuna rather than oil-packed.
• Most seniors don’t get enough
calcium. Nonfat dry milk is the
least expensive way to buy milk.
When using it as a beverage, mix it
several hours ahead and refrigerate
so it can get cold before drinking.
Yogurt, cheese, canned fish, and
dark leafy greens are other low-cost
foods that are rich in calcium.
If you want to find out about senior
meal programs or food banks
near you or about how to apply for
food stamps, call the Healthy Aging
Partnership’s free and confidential
information line at 1-888-435-
3377.
News For Families Living In KCHA Communities
Dare to dream. That’s what the letters spread across the stage at the Springwood Youth Center spelled out to those who attended a recent event by Girl Scouts of Western Washington.
The event kicked off the Girl Scouts new College Ready Program, which is focused on helping young girls at KCHA’s Birch Creek, Cascade and Valli Kee properties seek academic challenges and prepare to attend college.
“It’s a big opportunity to know more about how to get into college and achieve your goals,” said Sahar Mohammad, a 13year-old who wants to become a doctor or a real estate agent. “We can know what we really want to be and have an impact.”
The new program is open to girls ages 5 to 17 in grades K-12. Those who participate will receive academic help in math, science, reading, writing and the creative arts. They’ll also explore potential career paths, learn the steps needed to get into college and visit college campuses. Their parents will have a chance to attend workshops so that they too can learn more about the entire college process, including the resources available to help their children afford to go.
Local schools and colleges are partners in the program.
To learn more
For more information about the Girl Scouts College Ready Program, please contact Diana Coletta, education specialist, at 206-826-2161 or by e-mail at dianamc@girlscoutsww.org, or Marylou Buckner, manager of the Girl Scouts Skills for Life/College Ready Program, at 206-799-9432 or by e-mail at marylourb@girlscoutsww.org.
Christine McCabe, executive director of College Sparks Washington, said that 92 percent of middle school students say they want to go to college. But many don’t know how to make that happen, she said.
“I hope that all of the girls are college ready not just academically but also are prepared and confident when they step onto a campus,” McCabe said of her goal for the new Girl Scouts program.
The kickoff event featured two special guest speakers: Kent Mayor Suzette Cooke and Sheryl Swoopes from the Seattle Storm women’s basketball team. The girls were thrilled to meet both women in person.
Special thanks go to McCabe for the major funding to support the three-year college readiness program, to everyone who participated in the partners table activity, and to the Kent Youth & Family Services staff and volunteers.
Julie Nguyen, 13, said she’s already learned many social skills from participating in Girl Scouts and is excited about the new opportunity to learn about getting ready for college.
“Girl Scouts has always helped me make better choices,” she said. “It’s changed me into a better person.”
By Anab Abdi
Special to The Voice
As part of a new partnership with the King County Housing Authority, the Refugee Women’s Alliance (ReWA) has scheduled several workshops in January and February for women and their families in the Somali/Somali Bantu Community. The workshops are part of a new effort called the ReWA Somali/Somali Bantu Outreach Project.
In addition to ReWA and KCHA, the Kent Fire Department and the nonprofit Kent Youth & Family Services are assisting with some of the workshops.
ReWA provides the following services to women and their families in the Somali/Somali Bantu Community: life skills, translation, housing, medical, job referrals, mental health referrals and home maintenance.
Those services are now available to residents living at the following KCHA properties: Birch Creek Apartments (including relocated families living off site), Valli Kee, Cascade Apartments, Burndale Homes, Evergreen Court, Firwood Circle, Green River Homes and Kings Court.
For more information about this effort or a specific workshop, please call ReWAat 206-957-2029. The workshops are subject to change.
Anab Abdi is a case manager with ReWA.
January workshops
Valli Kee
Topic: Home Maintenance. Learn about how to keep your home clean and safe. Also, you’ll meet your property managers and maintenance staff and learn how to contact them to repair items in your homes.
When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 7
Where: Valli Kee Recreation Center
Birch Creek
Topic: Information Session for Medicaid Recipients
When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 13
Where: Kent Family Center in the ESL classroom on the second floor
Cascade
When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 28
Where: Cascade Recreation Center
February workshops
Valli Kee Topic: How to Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 3
Where: Valli Kee Recreation Center
Valli Kee
Topic: Nutritional Facts and Diabetes
When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 11
Where: Valli Kee Recreation Center
Cascade
Topic: How to Perform First Aid
When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 18
Where: Cascade Recreation Center
Birch Creek
Topic: Nutritional Facts and Diabetes
When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 26
Where: Kent Family Center in the ESL classroom on the second floor
Recycling your electronics is now free
By Joel Gregory
King County Housing Authority
Do you have electronic equipment that you can’t use anymore? Have you been wondering what to do with it? You don’t need to wonder anymore!
On Jan. 1, a new law took effect that makes it possible for you to recycle your computer, monitor, laptop, and television for FREE! Please note that computer add-ons such as keyboards, mice, and printers are not included in the new E-cycle Washington program. This new program is a collaborative effort between the state Department of Ecology, electronics manufacturers, local governments, electronics retailers, and nonprofit organizations.
Why should I recycle my electronics?
Many electronics, especially TVs and computers, contain toxic materials such as lead, cadmium, and mercury. Reusing and recycling electronics keeps these toxic materials out of our landfills and incinerators and also recovers valuable resources. The electronic equipment this program collects will be taken apart and separated into materials such as glass, plastic, metal, and toxic chemicals.
What do I need to do?
If you have equipment that still works that you’d like to donate to a charity, of if you want to find a place near your home or business that will accept recyclable electronics for free, call 1-800-RECYCLE or visit www. ecyclewashington.org. Examples of places in King County where you can take your devices include Staples, Office Depot, PC Recycle, RE-PC, Plateau Computers and American Electronics Recycling.
What about the information I have stored on my computer?
If you are concerned about information left on your computer, there are software programs available to permanently destruct data. Two types of disc-wiping software that have free versions can be found online at www. killdisc.com and www.dban.org. More information about data security can be found at www.ecyclewashington.org when you click on Frequently Asked Questions.
Remember, reuse it if you can and recycle it if you can’t. Your efforts will help reduce waste and protect the environment. So tell your friends – pass the word!
Ballinger teens speak up for their program
Program participants make presentations before King County Council and Shoreline City Council
By Heather Miller
King County Housing Authority
Ballinger Homes resident Ruta Ghebremichael, 16, was nervous about standing up in front of the Metropolitan King County Council earlier this fall and saying her piece.
But the experience left her feeling empowered and more likely to speak up about issues she cares about in the future.
“I felt like they actually listened to me and considered my ideas,” she said.
Faced with an unprecedented $93.4 million general fund budget shortfall, King County recently proposed cuts to a number of programs. Among those was an $80,000 cut to the Center for Human Services (CHS), which runs youth and other programming at the Ballinger Family Support Center. A cut that size would have meant reducing the number of hours that programming would be offered at the Ballinger center, said Jane Hinton, CHS family support department director.
In an effort to prevent that from happening, a group of teenagers named the Ballinger Action Teens from the family support center went to advocate for their program, speaking to the King County Council at a budget hearing in Shoreline. They are a self-proclaimed community service group that works to help their neighbors, serve those in need and learn more themselves.
“We talked about why they shouldn’t cut off money to this place because we need it,” said Amina Shah, 16.
“The adults here really keep us in check,” said Stan Iraola, 18, explaining that he thinks the program helps keep teenagers away from drugs and tobacco. “They help us with our homework and make a safe place for us to learn.”
In addition, some teenagers went to visit the Shoreline City Council. Though the Shoreline council didn’t consider a cut to CHS, the group thought it couldn’t hurt to share the reasons why they appreciate the funding the city provides each year.
“It was great to give them a chance to use their voices,” Hinton said.
Both the Shoreline and King County councils allocated all of the funding they normally provide to CHS for 2009. The teenagers say they are extremely grateful.
“This program really helps everyone,” said Amy Cha, 15.
In addition to those quoted in the story, the following teenagers participated in the King County Council budget meeting: Natsnet Weldetnsae, Anton Galenko, Raven Davis, Tatyana Galenko, Minh Pham, Lea Davis, Hoang Nguyen, Kevin Nguyen, Keize Hassan andYoua Cha. Each of the teenagers was recognized with a certificate and a specially made sweatshirt at the support center’s recent Festival of Lights party.
Springwood families come back home to new Birch Creek units starting in 2009
By Gina Bellisario
King County Housing Authority
It’s hard to believe all of the changes the former Springwood site has made over the past year. If you look at the site now known as Birch Creek, you’ll see brand new units, original units, demolished units and ongoing construction. It’s a very busy and crowded area but also fascinating to watch. As of Dec. 1, almost 170 families have been temporarily or permanently relocated to make way for the construction of the new Birch Creek units. Some of them are expected to start moving back into newly constructed units this month.
We are very appreciative for the cooperation and understanding of our residents during this challenging time. Thank you all. If you have any questions about relocation, please call me at 206-315-4376.
We also appreciate the flexibility of our partner agencies such as Kent School District, the Puget Sound Educational Service District (which operates Head Start) as well as Reliable Moving Co., our mailman Marc, and area apartment complexes that have a lot of our families temporarily at their properties: Lake Meridian, Seasons on Lea Hill, Meadows on Lea Hill, Somerset and Village.
College financial aid process starts in January
If you or your child want to attend college in the 2009-10 school year, you can take the first step toward receiving financial aid starting Jan. 1.
To apply for federal financial aid and most state aid programs, students must complete what’s known as a FAFSA – the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
Paper copies of the FAFSA are available from high school guidance offices, college aid offices, public libraries or by calling 1-800-4FEDAID. Students also can apply online – the fastest and most accurate way to apply – at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
It is recommended that you submit a FAFSA as soon as possible after Jan. 1. School deadlines will vary and tend to be early. It is important to check with the schools that you’re interested in attending to find out their exact deadlines.
Before you apply, take time to gather the documents that you need. Start with your Social Security Number, driver’s license, income tax returns, bank statements and investment records. If you haven’t filed a tax return yet, you can still submit your FAFSA. You’ll just need to provide updated income and tax data once you have filed your tax return.
You don’t have to be a U.S. citizen to be eligible for federal aid. Permanent residents, refugees, those granted asylum and others are eligible. Even if you’re not eligible for federal aid, you should still fill out a FAFSA because it can help determine if you’re eligible for state or college financial aid.
New resident services coordinator joins KCHA
If you live in a family property on the north or east side of King County, you may have already noticed a new face among the KCHA staff: Amy Moe.
Moe is the new resident service coordinator for that area, and she recently answered a few questions about herself and her new job!
What can you tell residents about yourself and your professional life?
I am a graduate of the University of Washington and have lived in Washington state all of my life. I worked for the YWCA Seattle-King County-Snohomish County as the director of housing and support services prior to coming to KCHA. I really enjoy building partnerships and opportunities for residents, which is why I was excited about this position.
What drew you to a community-service-oriented career?
My passion is to bring people in communities together and to make sure everyone in the community has access to opportunities that allow them to grow and develop their interests. I believe that a sense of community is critical for every family.
How can residents contact you?
My office is located at Juanita Court in Kirkland. My office phone number is 206574-1147. I would love to get input from residents about what they would like to see happen in their community.
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| chính xác là hạn chót để nộp đơn. | Haddii adiga ama ilmahaagu doon- | Inta aadan bilaabin arjiga waa inaad |
| Trước lúc nộp đơn, qúi vị phải bỏ giờ | ayaan inay bilaabaan jaamacad, waxaad | soo dhaweysataa dhamaan sharci |
| ra để thu gom các chứng từ cần thiết. | qaadi kartaan talaabada ugu horeysa ee | yadaada ado ka bilaabaya soshakaaga, |
| trước hết là số an sinh xã hội, bằng | aad ku heli karto deeq waxbarasho laga | laysankaaga, waraaqaha canshuurta, |
| lái, giấy khai thuế, chứng từ nhà bank, | bilaabo 1-da Janaayo. | cadeymaha bangigaaga iyo waraaqaha |
| chứng từ đầu tư. Nếu qúi vị không kịp | Si aad u codsato deeqda waxbarsho | maalgelinta. Haddii aadan weli xareynin |
| khai thuế, qúi vị cũng có thể nộp đơn | ee fadaraaliga ah amaba kuwa ugu | canshuurta sanadka waad codsankartaa |
| FAFSA. Chỉ cần bổ túc sau khi qúi vị | badan ee gobolka ka imaanaya, ardeydu | FAFSA. Waxaad keliya oo u baahan |
| khai thuế. | waa in ay buuxiyaan arjiga oniline-ka | tahay inaad diyaariso dakhligaaga ugu |
| Qúi vị không cần phải là người có | ah ee loo yaqaan FAFSA-Arji bilaash | danbeeyey iyo warbixinta canshuurta |
| quốc tịch để được hợp lệ cho việc xin | ah ee deeqda waxbarashada dawladda | markaad xareyso kadib. |
| trợ cấp tiền học. Các thường trú nhân, | dhexe. | Qasab ma aha inaad citizen tahay |
| người tị nạn, người được chấp thuận | Aryada oo waraaqo ah waxay yaalaan | si aad u codsato deeqdan. Haddii aad |
| tạm dung đều được hợp lệ. Cho dù qúi | xafiisyada dugsida sare, xafiiska cod | haysato degenaansho, laguu ogolaaday |
| vị không hợp lệ cho việc xin trợ cấp tiền | siga deeqda waxbarasho ee koleejyada | nabadgelyo siyaasadeed ama aad tahay |
| học liên bang, qúi vị cũng nên nộp đơn | iyo maktabadaha. Sidoo kale waxaad | qaxooti waad codsan kartaa deeqdan |
| FAFSA, vì nó giúp cho qúi vị để biết | wici kartaa 1-800-4FEDAID. | FAFSA. Xataa haddii aadan heli Karin |
| có được hợp lệ cho trợ cấp tiền học từ | Ardeydu waxay kaloo ka buuxsan | midda federaalka, waxaa laga yaabaa |
| cấp tiểu bang hay từ trường đại học mà | karaan internetka oo ah qaabka ugu | inaad hesho midda gobolka ama uu |
| qúi vị muốn theo học. | dhaqso badan-www.fafsa.ed.gov. | iskuulku bixiyo. |
TRANSLATIONS
Translated Articles For Our Senior and Disabled Residents
NGƯỜI LỚN TUỔI CÓ THỂ LÀM TĂNG THÊM PHÍ KHỎAN ĂN UỐNG
Ăn uống đầy đủ với số tiền hạn hẹp là một thử thách, nhất là đối với người cao niên sống bằng mức lợi túc hạn chế. Sau đây là một vài cách qúi vị làm giảm chi phí tiền mua thực phẩm và làm các bữa ngăn dồi dào hơn.
Hãy làm các món thịt hầm cách rẻ tiền hơn, với thịt bò hay thịt heo bả vai. Hầm lâu làm thịt mềm, cho ra vị ngon hơn.
Dùng các lọai thực phẩm giá rẻ như khoai tây, đậu, đậu đen, gạo, nuôi để tăng phần cho bữa ăn. Chúng cho nhiều chất dinh dưỡng và để được lâu so với đồ ăn đóng hộp. Trứng là lọai thực phẩm rẻ tiền cho nhiều chất đạm mà qúi vị có thể dùng để ăn sáng hoặc kẹp bánh mì ăn.
Rau quả đông lạnh hay trái cây đóng hộp đều có giá rẻ hơn hơn rau trái tươi nhưng lại cho chất dinh dưởng như
nhau.
Để có được chất mở Omega 3 , hãy dùng cá thu đóng hộp. để có nhiều chất mở Omega 3, hãy mua lọai cá thu hộp có nước, thay vì dùng lọai ngâm dầu ăn.
Phần lớn người cao niên không hấp thụ chất vôi-calcium đầy đủ. Lọai sữa bột không chứa mở -nonfat dry milk, được bán với giá rẻ. Khi uống, thì pha truớc rồi để tủ lạnh mà dùng dần.
Sữa chua (yogurt) bơ, cá đóng hộp, các loại rau với lá xanh đậm là những lọai thực phẩm rẻ cho nhiều chất vôi calcium.
Nếu qúi vị muốn biết thêm về thực phẩm cho người cao tuổi hoặc muốn biết nơi phát thực phẩm food bank gần nhà qúi vị, hoặc muốn nộp đơn xin phiếu mua thực phẩm, xin vui lòng gọi cho cơ quan Healthy Aging Partnership, miễn phí và tín cẩn, ở số điện thọai 1-888-435-3377.
Waayeelku waa sku filaysiin karaan
miisaaniyadooda cunto
Cunnidda cunto dheeli tiran adoo waxa ku soo gala yar yihiin waa arin aad u adag. Waliba ku adag waayeelka ku nool wax yar oo qoondaysan.
Sida soo socota waa sida aad u beekhaamin kartid hkarashka kaaga baxa cuntada.
Kasamayso suqaarka hilib yar yar, adag oo raqiis ah. Sida hilibka lo’da ee jiiraka ah.
Dabka gaaban wuxuu hilibka ka dhigaa mid jilicsan maraqanna waa macaaneeyaa.
Isticmaal cuntada qiimaheedu jaban yahay sida bataatiga, digirta, bariiska iyo baastada in ay noqdaan aas-aaska quudinta naftaada oo wax badan ku haya. Waa ka nafaqo badan yihiin kana waqtida dgeer yihiin cuntada kale. Ukuntu waa cunto kale oo tqiis ah bprariin badanna laga helo. Waxad ka dhigan kartaa quraac ama sanwiij.
Qudaarta iyo miraha faroosanka ahi waa ka raqiisan yihiin kuwa fareeshka ah waxaana laga faytamiiinaad isku mid ah.
Haddii aad rabtid omega 3 fats, raadi tunada gasaca ku jirta. Dooro midda biaha leh kana fogow midda saliidda leh.
Inta badan dadka waayeelka ah waxaa ku yar kaalshiyamta. Caano booraha aan subagga layn waa qaabka ugu jaban oo caano lagu gadan karo. Markaad cabitaan ahaan u cabeysaan, waqti ka hor qasa, qaboojiyna intiinaan cabin. Yogarta, jiiska, kaluunka gasacadeysan waa dariiqad kale oo cunto kaalshiyam leh oo jaban lagu helo.
Hadii rabto inaad ogaato barnaamijyada cuntada waayeelka ama aad rabto inaad dalbato food stamps, wac 1-888435-3377.
WHITE CENTER SCENE
News About The Greenbridge And Park Lake II Communities
Protect yourself from identity theft
By Heather Miller
King County Housing Authority
One Nia resident said he once got a fraudulent bill for $5,000 from an electronics retailer – spending he suspects was committed by someone else using his identity.
“I had to hire an attorney to get out of it,” resident Fred Ferguson said.
Resident Glenn Ruth said he received a letter promising him millions of dollars if he called a phone number and made a $50 payment needed to release the money.
Both are examples of fraudulent financial schemes and possible attempts at identity theft – a growing crime that disproportionately affects older adults. Washington ranks 13th in the nation as far as the number of victims of identity theft.
The Greenbridge Community Council and other residents recently heard a presentation at Nia about how to prevent identity theft from Jean Mathisen, of AARP, formerly the American Association of Retired Persons. The AARP, the Washington Attorney General’s Office and the Retired Senior Volunteer Program have teamed up to launch the Fraud Fighter campaign to combat fraud against senior citizens.
Mathisen said there are several tips that everyone should follow to help lower their risk for identity theft:
• Shred your mail, documents, and records before you throw them away. Cut the paper into tiny pieces so that thieves can’t put it back together again.
“It can take years to clean up,” Mathisen said of identity theft. “The best weapon you have against identity theft is prevention.”
Take steps to avoid home burglary, car prowls
Home burglaries and car prowls are on the rise in the White Center area, local law enforcement representatives recently told the Greater White Center-South Delridge Community Safety Coalition. And residents should take precautions to protect themselves.
Home burglary prevention
Check all doors and windows to ensure that they lock/latch securely. Re-check often for needed repairs, and contact your property manager if you discover a repair is needed.
Take extra precautions before going on vacation. Some burglars case neighborhoods for unoccupied homes, even those empty just for a few days.
Before leaving home for more than a day:
• If you live in a ground floor unit, put items such as children’s toys and patio furniture away.
Car prowl prevention
When you exit or enter your parked vehicle, stop and take a look around the area.
Before leaving your parked car, always remove the keys, roll up the windows, and lock the car.
If you park on the street, try to choose a well-lit, open space.
Don’t leave valuables or packages in your car.
News Notes
Free Knitting Classes
Starting Jan. 8, you can join in free knitting classes twice a month at Nia Apartments at Greenbridge, 9935 Eighth Ave. S.W., Seattle. The classes will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday every month.
The classes are geared toward beginners but are open to knitters of all levels. Yarn and needles provided.
For more information, please call 206-574-1167.
Emergency Preparedness Training
An emergency preparedness training session is scheduled from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Jan. 13 in the conference room at the YWCA Learning Center, 9720 Eighth Ave. S.W., Seattle. The training will focus on how individuals and families can prepare themselves for disasters and how they can build relationships with their neighbors – a key way for residents to extend their personal safety net.
The event is sponsored by KCHA, the YWCA of Seattle-King County-Snohomish County, and the City of Seattle.
Greenbridge library
• Children’s Story Time: 7 p.m. Jan. 15, 22 and 29. Join us for 30 minutes of books, songs, rhymes and silliness.
The Greenbridge Library is at 9720 Eighth Ave. S.W., Seattle. It’s open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday. For more information, please call 206-762-1682.
White Center library
• Study Zone: 5 p.m. Jan. 6, 13, 20 and 27, and 6 p.m. Jan. 7, 14, 21 and 28. Children, teenagers and families can drop in for homework help from volunteer tutors.
• Family Story Time: 11:30 a.m. Jan. 8, 15, 22 and 29. Stories, songs, finger plays and fun for families.
• World Language Story Time: 6 p.m. Jan. 13 and 27. Join us for Vietnamese stories, songs, rhymes, dances and more.
• Game On!: 2:30 p.m. Jan. 7, 14, 21 and 28. Teenagers can play their favorite multi-player video games on GameCube, Xbox 360 and the Wii.
The White Center Library is at 11220 16th S.W., Seattle. It’s open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. For more information, please call 206-243-0233.
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