by Justin Taylor | Aug 14, 2023 | Strategies for Employers, Strategies for Human Services Organizations & Advocates, Strategies for Workers
by: Lily McMahan, Policy Research Intern at Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont Research has shown time and time again that benefits cliffs are one of the most prevalent barriers faced by working families to achieving economic stability and breaking the...
by admin | Jul 18, 2022 | Strategies for Human Services Organizations & Advocates
Challenge: Workers may not even apply if they perceive the application process to be difficult or think they won’t be eligible. This impression is sometimes based on incomplete or erroneous information or arises from the fact that eligibility requirements are complex....
by admin | Jul 18, 2022 | Strategies for Human Services Organizations & Advocates
Challenge: Workers struggling to balance tight budgets often make poor short-term decisions to make “the pain stop.” They can fall victim to predatory lenders and accumulate debt via payday loans, title loans, etc. Strategies: Offer alternative options for Workers...
by admin | Jul 18, 2022 | Strategies for Human Services Organizations & Advocates
Challenge: Strategies: When possible, utilize virtual services to enable Workers to participate remotely when conducting business. Explore options for provision of services in neighborhoods, on bus lines, in community centers and other convenient locations to reduce...
by admin | Jul 18, 2022 | Strategies for Human Services Organizations & Advocates
Challenge: Strategies: Mecklenburg County offers multiple programs to assist with childcare subsidy of which Workers may not be aware. Familiarize yourself with the various types of subsidized childcare available to support Workers in their journey of Economic...
by admin | Jul 18, 2022 | Strategies for Human Services Organizations & Advocates
Challenge: Workers who feel judged are less likely to make full use of services to which they are entitled. Focus groups cite a lack of empathy on the part of agency staff or a feeling of hopelessness and resignation. Strategies: Recognize the unique and important...
