In This Issue...
Announcements | Webinars/Trainings | COVID-19 Resources | Capella/Strayer University Partnership
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Did you miss the MCA Virtual Summer Conference? Or do you have colleagues that couldn’t attend?
…Don’t worry! We have great news for you!
MCA Virtual Summer Training Conference “Rewind”:
MCA’s Virtual Summer Conference live sessions are over, but the training, learning and inspiration of the 20 hours of keynote speakers, expert presentations, resources, and practical guidance can still be yours.
The MCA Virtual Summer Conference Rewind is the complete set of session recordings and presenter handouts and slide decks. It’s all archived in MCA’s Learning Management Center. Access any of the sessions at your leisure, watch, and re-watch as needed. The Rewind is available until July of 2022 and all* of the recordings and handouts will be available on the system starting Monday, August 23, 2021.
You can purchase access to all of that content in the Rewind for $99. Get access here.
*Note: The recording of Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha’s talk will only be available from 8/23/2021 to 9/1/2021.
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August 19, 2021 - Board Governance Training
5:30 PM EDT
August 21, 2021 - Board Governance Training
8:30 AM EDT
August 24, 2021 - Board Governance Training
9:00 AM EDT
August 25, 2021 - Legislative
Committee Meeting
9:30 AM EDT
August 26, 2021 - Board Governance Training
5:30 PM EDT
August 28, 2021 - Board Governance Training
8:30 AM EDT
Sept 7, 2021 Essential Skills Training
12:00 PM EDT
September 13, 2021 - Finance
Committee Meeting
10:30 AM EDT
September 13, 2021 - Directors
Council Meeting
1:00 PM EDT
September 13, 2021 - Board of Directors Meeting
3:00 PM EDT
For a full list of events,
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The Michigan Community Action Update is a round-up of important information for members of Michigan Community Action.
We may send more
frequent updates when
important information breaks
that impacts the
Community Action network.
We welcome your input and feedback.
Please send your comments and ideas here.
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Congratulations to Michigan’s Certified Community Action Professionals!
Join us in congratulating our co-workers on obtaining the CCAP Designation. This professional accomplishment will enhance your knowledge of Community Action, your credibility as a leader assist you in furthering your community Action career.
Heather Badder – Michigan Community Action Agency
Kerry Baughman – Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency
Rachel Kunnath – Kent County Community Action
Shannon Mallory – Macomb Community Action
Deb Oleneack – Southwest Michigan Community Action Agency
To express interest in joining the next cohort and register for a reduced rate fill out this form. Participation in the study group is free and not required.
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Community Action of Allegan sees families benefiting from Monthly Child Tax Credit Payments.
More than 1.9 million Michigan kids are benefiting as their families see extra money from the extended federal Child Tax Credit. The second round of monthly payments was processed the week of August 9th.
Read the story here:
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August is LIHEAP Month!
Throughout August, you have a golden opportunity to demonstrate the value of LIHEAP to your members of Congress.
Take the opportunity to contact as a constituent and thank them for their support, or ask them to support LIHEAP. Use the NEUAC Action Month Toolkit and ensure your elected officials understand the importance of utility assistance. Use information on the State Information Sheets to showcase the need for LIHEAP in your state.
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The FY 2022 Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Model Plan is available for public comment
Comments on the LIHEAP Plan may be submitted by email to:
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Still time to register for CAPCON 2021!
The National Community Action Partnership is hosting their annual convention September 1 - 3, 2021. Only virtual registrations are being accepted at this time. Hope to “see” you there.
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CEDAM hosts Developing Vibrant Communities conference – September 15th
CEDAM, in partnership with the Community Development Advocates of Detroit (CDAD), will be hosting the annual Developing Vibrant Communities conference during CDAD’s 5th annual Community Development Week! This year’s conference will focus on how community developers can (and have been) centering diversity, equity, and inclusion through policy advocacy, organizational change, and intentional programming.
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CDC Updates Guidance on Masking
On Tuesday, July 27, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued new guidance for vaccinated and unvaccinated Americans regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. The new guidance recommends that fully vaccinated individuals wear face coverings in indoor public spaces in areas of “substantial” or “high” transmission, defined as areas experiencing at least 50 new cases of COVID-19 per 100,000 people in the past 7 days. A map showing current transmission levels by county is available here.
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CAPLAW Shares Do’s and Don’ts of Workplace COVID-19 Vaccinations
As Community Action Agencies (CAAs) continue to adapt and evolve in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic, their strategies for protecting employees from serious illness resulting from COVID-19 has shifted from mitigating the risk of transmission via measures like PPE and social distancing to promoting vaccinations Read their recommendations here. |
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CDC Extends Eviction Moratorium
The CDC announced that they are issuing a limited eviction moratorium through October 3 for renters living in communities that are experiencing what the CDC calls "substantial" and "high" spread of the coronavirus. As of Tuesday this covers most of the United States.
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Michigan Community Action, Capella University
& Strayer University Partnership
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Ever wonder how the Educational Opportunities for Michigan Community Action members works? Find out how in these upcoming webinars:
Find out how you can use your educational benefits to earn a degree with Strayer.
Thursday, August 19th from 12-12:45 p.m. Eastern Time
Find out how you can use your educational benefits to earn a degree with Capella.
Tuesday, August 24th from 12-12:45 p.m. Eastern Time
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Back to school savings with education built for real life
Ready to go back to school to gain the skills and knowledge you need to reach your career goals with access to education that works with your busy life? Capella University and Strayer University understand this. That’s why their Associates, Bachelor’s, Certificate and Graduate programs in human services, behavioral health, business, IT, and leadership & administration leverage what you already know and are grounded in real-world application.
Through our partnership with Capella, you and your immediate family have access to high-quality, online education and tuition savings that make it possible to earn a degree or certificate at a significantly lower cost and at your own pace. Capella offers you:
· Exclusive scholarships, grants and other savings for both universities, including a 10% tuition discount.
· Three learning formats—FlexPath, GuidedPath, and On-Campus that are flexible, affordable, and supportive.
· A student-centered approach, including support teams to help you be successful and persistent.
· Accredited and nationally recognized universities that meet the highest standards for quality.
Check out this PDF for information on programs offered.
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Save on your degree at Strayer University
Michigan Community Action and Strayer University have partnered to offer eligible employees of their member agencies access to flexible, affordable associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. If you’re thinking of earning a degree, we invite you to take advantage of special offers designed to help you meet your educational goals.
Special offers and scholarships available now
• $5,000 scholarship for new or returning Strayer students to apply toward a bachelor’s or master’s degree
• 10% tuition discount for the duration of your program*
* Tuition discount upon receipt of documentation of employment and eligibility.
Why Strayer?
At Strayer, you’ll get a modern, online degree that gives you the confidence to change your future. Our programs are built for working adults and our student services coaches offer support at every step. We believe in educational access, academic quality, student success and customer service.
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MCA Officers/Board Members 2019-2021 |
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Jill Sutton
President
Mid Michigan CAA
Toby Berry
Urban Officer
Community Action Agency
Lisa Evans
Lower Peninsula Rural Officer
Community Action of Allegan County
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Michelle Williamson
Vice President
Community Action
Michelle LaJoie
Upper Peninsula Officer
Community Action Alger- Marquette
Melinda Johnson
At-Large Officer
Blue Water Community Action
Dennis McShane
Directors Council Chair Chippewa-Luce-Mackinac Community Action Agency
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Kerri Duff
Secretary Treasurer
Gogebic Ontonagon CAA
Doug McFadden
CAA Governing Board Officer
EightCAP
Mary Ann Neopolitan
CAA Governing Board Officer
Monroe County Opportunity Program
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MCA is continuing to observe CDC guidelines encouraging remote work practices and following local public health guidelines. The office remains physically closed to anyone outside of immediate staff. We are accessible by phone and email during normal business hours Monday through Friday, 8:30AM-5PM ET.
Be well and stay safe everyone. .
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