CRHA News and Recent Developments
September 2021
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Greetings!
September 2021
Happy Fall!
I love fall! I love the cooler temperatures, the changing colors, the gathering of friends and family in gratitude, the lights and decorations, the anticipation and wonder leading up to the joyous holiday season, and HALLOWEEN! This year my granddaughter wants to dress up as a superhero, but she is already my superhero! She, and all children with their sweet innocence and lack of bias are perfect role models for us all. They share pure love, not yet influenced by society's prejudice and preconception. They just see each other as potential new friends and the opportunity for shared fun and adventure. I pray that we can all find a way to come together in mutual understanding and respect, with shared ideas and goals and see a beautiful change in the world, not just in the color of the leaves.
Have a safe and happy October!
Nancy Tarkenton, Interim Executive Director
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On Tuesday, September 14, 2021 Anthem HealthKeepers hosted an informative benefits session at the Broadlawn Community Center from 12 PM - 2 PM. The event included a thorough examination of benefits available and an entertaining bingo session afterwards. |
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CRHA held a public hearing and Resident Advisory Board meeting on Tuesday, September 7th at 5:00 pm & 6:00 pm respectively, to review CRHA's 2022 Annual Agency Plan. Public participation, comments and input are always encouraged and welcome.
The Plan was approved by Resolution 1466 at the September Board of Commissioners meeting and submitted to HUD on September 23, 2021.
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CRHA continues its partnership with the Chesapeake Health Department to host "Kickin' Out Covid Thursdays!"
Free Covid testing and vaccinations remains available for ages 12+ every Thursday at the Geneva Square Community Center, 700 Geneva Avenue from 3-7 PM through the fall. No appointments are necessary and all three vaccinations are available.
For questions, please contact the Chesapeake Health Department at (757) 382-8631.
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The Great American Shake Out is October 21st |
Seven Steps to Earthquake Safety
Before the next big earthquake we recommend these four steps that will make you, your family, or your workplace better prepared to survive and recover quickly:
Step 2: Plan to be safe by creating your emergency plan and deciding how you will communicate.
Step 4: Minimize financial hardship by organizing important documents, strengthening your property, and considering insurance coverage.
Survive And Recover
During the next big earthquake, and immediately after, is when your level of preparedness will make a difference in how you and others survive and can respond to emergencies:
Step 6: Improve safety after earthquakes by evacuating if necessary, helping the injured, and preventing further injuries or damage.
After the immediate threat of the earthquake has passed, your level of preparedness will determine your quality of life in the weeks and months that follow:
Step 7: Reconnect and Restore daily life by reuniting with others, repairing damage, and rebuilding community.
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Upcoming Holiday Closings
Monday, October 11th-Columbus Day
Tuesday, November 2nd- Election Day
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The CRHA Board of Commissioners Continues the
Executive Director Recruitment Process
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Regular meetings are held the 4th Wednesday of each month (except November) at the CRHA Central Office located at 1468 S. Military Highway in Chesapeake, VA 23320.
The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 27th at 5 PM.
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During the third week of September, Two CRHA Commissioners attended the Commissioners and Executive Directors Training: Effective PHA Governance During & Post-Pandemic Virtual Conference presented by the Housing and Development Law Institute (HDLI). |
On September 22nd, CRHA Commissioners participated in the Annual Review of the Commissioners Best Practices presented by CRHA Counsel, Ms. Delphine Carnes. |
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CRHA is a ConnectHome recipient/partner who, in the coming months and courtesy of the Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) Program, will provide up to $50 toward the monthly cost of in-home broadband service during the pandemic. The benefit also covers a one-time $100 subsidy toward a computing device through community partner T-Mobile.
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Ongoing Health Literacy Classes
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For the latest news from Governor Ralph Northam, visit the link below:
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CRHA, in partnership with the Food Bank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore, offers healthy and nutritious meals monthly at the four CRHA communities. Geneva Square and Peaceful Village locations are serviced the 4th Wednesday of each month and Broadlawn Park & MacDonald Manor on the 3rd Wednesday.
Children's food boxes and fresh produce are provided for families.
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