For older adults, learning computer skills can be like learning a foreign language. It’s not their native tongue and at first all those tech phrases, like mousepad, cut/paste, and “right click,” seem like nonsensical babble. That’s what Don thought the first time he came to a LifeSTEPS computer class. Don, unlike many older adults living […]
https://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.png00Katie Goadhttps://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.pngKatie Goad2017-04-24 13:25:292017-04-24 13:25:29Lifelong Learning in the Digital Age
In October 2016, Mobile Beacon, a unique internet provider focused on nonprofits and educational organizations, awarded LifeSTEPS with a grant for a pilot digital inclusion program, which included 25 laptops and one year of internet access. The results so far have been outstanding, and we have been able to use these laptops in over 80 properties to date. […]
https://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.png00Katie Goadhttps://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.pngKatie Goad2017-04-20 13:02:032017-04-20 13:02:03Transformed through Technology
On average, students in the United States lose up to two months of reading skill level each summer, requiring teachers to spend 4-6 weeks of class time at the beginning of each school year to help children catch up. Teachers refer to this as “the summer learning slide,” and unfortunately, the learning loss is cumulative […]
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Danielle Martin was a new Partnership for HOPE scholar in 2016. Her path toward becoming a PFH scholar took many detours before Danielle was able to find stability in her life and in her education. Growing up in foster care and moving house to house, school to school was not conducive to educational success and […]
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When it comes to awarding JB Brown college scholarships, one USA Properties Fund community shines like a beacon on a hill, brighter than any other. In the heart of San Jose, the Mayfair Apartments are home to an extremely diverse population; many are recent immigrants and are still struggling to learn English. However, this doesn’t stop Jasmine […]
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Every once in a while, something happens in life that can be considered truly miraculous. HACSC resident Mr. Duong had a stroke in October 2016, which left him unable to eat solid food, walk, stand up by himself, or take care of any of his own needs. After a long hospital stay he grew weak and […]
2017 is well under way, and many of you – just like our residents – have made new goals for the new year. Last year, we taught 3,500 classes for our families and older adults on health and wellness (and we counted more than 36,000 people in attendance over the course of the year). We’ll keep that […]
As we rapidly approach the last days of 2016, we wanted to take a moment to acknowledge all of the incredible work we’ve accomplished in 2016! None of this would be possible without the support of our donors, partners, volunteers, staff, and of course, our residents. Thank you for allowing us to serve, and here’s […]
https://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.png00Katie Goadhttps://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.pngKatie Goad2016-12-28 11:38:062016-12-28 11:38:48Changing Lives Together, Thanks to You
Launched in 2011, the Partnership for HOPE (and its resulting HOPE Fund) provides financial assistance specifically to the approximately 10,000 residents of the 44 AMCAL communities we serve. The goals, as with all LifeSTEPS programs, are to help our residents establish self-sufficiency, break the cycle of poverty, and forge a hope for the future. One of […]
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“I chose to share this story because knowing Doreen showed me that homelessness can impact anybody. I was thankful LifeSTEPS was available to help this resident and prevent her from being homeless once again.” –Oralia, Director of Social Services for LifeSTEPS The first night in her new apartment didn’t feel real. Doreen paced through each […]
https://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.png00Katie Goadhttps://lifestepsusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LifeSTEPS_LOGO2007_burgundy-1.pngKatie Goad2016-11-23 10:49:152016-11-23 10:49:15From Homeowner to Homeless
Lifelong Learning in the Digital Age
/2 Comments/in Public, Success Story /by Katie GoadFor older adults, learning computer skills can be like learning a foreign language. It’s not their native tongue and at first all those tech phrases, like mousepad, cut/paste, and “right click,” seem like nonsensical babble. That’s what Don thought the first time he came to a LifeSTEPS computer class. Don, unlike many older adults living […]
Transformed through Technology
/0 Comments/in Public, Success Story /by Katie GoadIn October 2016, Mobile Beacon, a unique internet provider focused on nonprofits and educational organizations, awarded LifeSTEPS with a grant for a pilot digital inclusion program, which included 25 laptops and one year of internet access. The results so far have been outstanding, and we have been able to use these laptops in over 80 properties to date. […]
What the Kids Say about Summer Reading!
/0 Comments/in Public /by Katie GoadOn average, students in the United States lose up to two months of reading skill level each summer, requiring teachers to spend 4-6 weeks of class time at the beginning of each school year to help children catch up. Teachers refer to this as “the summer learning slide,” and unfortunately, the learning loss is cumulative […]
Partnership for HOPE Brings Education Goals within Reach!
/1 Comment/in Public, Success Story /by Gabe FerreiraDanielle Martin was a new Partnership for HOPE scholar in 2016. Her path toward becoming a PFH scholar took many detours before Danielle was able to find stability in her life and in her education. Growing up in foster care and moving house to house, school to school was not conducive to educational success and […]
JB Brown Fund Scholarships Ignite Hope!
/1 Comment/in Public, Success Story /by Katie GoadWhen it comes to awarding JB Brown college scholarships, one USA Properties Fund community shines like a beacon on a hill, brighter than any other. In the heart of San Jose, the Mayfair Apartments are home to an extremely diverse population; many are recent immigrants and are still struggling to learn English. However, this doesn’t stop Jasmine […]
Community Love!
/4 Comments/in Public /by Katie GoadEvery once in a while, something happens in life that can be considered truly miraculous. HACSC resident Mr. Duong had a stroke in October 2016, which left him unable to eat solid food, walk, stand up by himself, or take care of any of his own needs. After a long hospital stay he grew weak and […]
National Staying Healthy Month!
/1 Comment/in Public /by Katie Goad2017 is well under way, and many of you – just like our residents – have made new goals for the new year. Last year, we taught 3,500 classes for our families and older adults on health and wellness (and we counted more than 36,000 people in attendance over the course of the year). We’ll keep that […]
Changing Lives Together, Thanks to You
/1 Comment/in Public /by Katie GoadAs we rapidly approach the last days of 2016, we wanted to take a moment to acknowledge all of the incredible work we’ve accomplished in 2016! None of this would be possible without the support of our donors, partners, volunteers, staff, and of course, our residents. Thank you for allowing us to serve, and here’s […]
AMCAL & LifeSTEPS: Partnering to Give HOPE
/1 Comment/in Public /by Katie GoadLaunched in 2011, the Partnership for HOPE (and its resulting HOPE Fund) provides financial assistance specifically to the approximately 10,000 residents of the 44 AMCAL communities we serve. The goals, as with all LifeSTEPS programs, are to help our residents establish self-sufficiency, break the cycle of poverty, and forge a hope for the future. One of […]
From Homeowner to Homeless
/1 Comment/in Public /by Katie Goad“I chose to share this story because knowing Doreen showed me that homelessness can impact anybody. I was thankful LifeSTEPS was available to help this resident and prevent her from being homeless once again.” –Oralia, Director of Social Services for LifeSTEPS The first night in her new apartment didn’t feel real. Doreen paced through each […]