Education (Adult, ESL)
The Transformative Life Center provides quality referrals for ESL classes. To be eligible, you must be 18 or older and live or work in Williamsburg. Online ESL classes are currently available via Zoom. Assessments are given prior to the start of the class.
In addition to ESL classes, we also connect the community with courses such as GED, NEDP, and workplace certification preparation.
Housing
The Virginia Rent and Mortgage Relief Program (RMRP) is designed to support and ensure housing stability across the commonwealth during the corona virus pandemic. Depending on availability of funds and household need, the RMRP may provide financial assistance for rent or mortgage payments for eligible households. This includes financial assistance for rent or mortgage payments past due beginning April 1, 2020 and onward. Financial assistance is a one-time payment with opportunity for renewal based on availability of funding and the household’s need for additional assistance and continued eligibility.
Health/Social Behavioral Development
For many whose social isolation has been deepened by the COVID-19 pandemic, Friendly Voice programs has been established to break through the wall of loneliness, made more formidable by social distancing. The Transformative Life Center connects the community with volunteers that provide a friendly voice over the phone to those who may be feeling the effects of isolation during this time.
Employment
The Transformative Life Center connects the community with Self-paced, online workforce development training, education and coaching for employment access, and additional training in a career pathway. Training is provided using the Microsoft Office Imagine Academy curriculum. Coaches are available to assist individuals on effective workplace communication, problem solving, and more.
Income, Infrastructure & Asset Building
The tax-aid program, available this year will offer a variety of tax preparation assistance options: in-person, low-contact, no contact, as well as self-preparation. The Transformative Life Center connects the community with professionals that meet the VITA/EITC requirements.
Llame 757-229-9332 para obtener ayuda para encontrar servicios. Podemos conectarlo con alguien que hable español.