{"id":10646,"date":"2024-07-26T19:16:43","date_gmt":"2024-07-26T19:16:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lifestylesofmd.org\/?p=10646"},"modified":"2024-07-26T19:17:19","modified_gmt":"2024-07-26T19:17:19","slug":"congressional-funding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lifestylesofmd.org\/es\/2024\/07\/congressional-funding\/","title":{"rendered":"LifeStyles celebra un importante aumento de financiaci\u00f3n con la visita de una delegaci\u00f3n del Congreso"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_class=”hide-featured-image” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”1px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ text_font_size=”16px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

The distinguished guests gathered in the lobby of our 24\/7 Emergency Shelter in White Plains.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Through the double doors, they could see rows upon rows of cots where homeless men, women and children will sleep tonight, safe and sheltered.<\/span><\/p>\n

The guests of honor \u2014 Congressman Steny Hoyer and Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen \u2014 had come to present LifeStyles with a ceremonial check for $912,000 in congressional funding that will support much-anticipated improvements to the facilities for our shelter and our Homeless Day Program.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"\u201cIt means so much that, well, that none of you have blocked my calls yet,\u201d LifeStyles CEO Sandy Washington quipped before thanking the guests for their endless support. \u201cYou\u2019ve got the world that you\u2019re dealing with. That you would take the time to think about us and the things that we find important and put that energy and effort and put the dollar behind it, that means a lot.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cSandy,\u201d Hoyer responded with a smile. \u201cThe world is not nearly as appreciative as you are.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

LifeStyles COO Corae Young shared that the White Plains shelter has so far served over 300 people and provided 9,214 bed nights\u2014each night a person spends at the shelter is counted. The Homeless Day Program averages 34 people each weekday and has assisted 623 different individuals since its opening two years ago.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cYou\u2019re doing the Lord\u2019s work,\u201d Cardin said. \u201cWe are so inspired when we see your staff and what you do every day. Saving people\u2019s lives, literally.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Senator Van Hollen noted LifeStyles leadership role in the community and the value of the work LifeStyles does.<\/span><\/p>\n

With this funding, we can make an even greater impact. It will help us transform the White Plains LifeStyles Center, enhancing its infrastructure and capacity to serve those in need. Key upgrades include:<\/span><\/p>\n

Enhanced Security:<\/strong> Installation of a new secure wrought iron fence, improved lighting, and more secure doors and windows to safeguard the premises.<\/span><\/p>\n

Vital Infrastructure Repairs:<\/strong> Replacement of the outdated HVAC system, repairs to the stairway, and improvements to outside walkways to ensure safety for children and the elderly.<\/span><\/p>\n

Essential Facilities Upgrades:<\/strong> Roof repairs, installation of a generator for backup power, and paving of the bay areas for better access to food trucks.<\/span><\/p>\n

Food Storage Enhancements:<\/strong> Acquisition and installation of a walk-in freezer and cooler to store bulk food donations, ensuring that LifeStyles can provide nutritious, fresh food to those in need.<\/span><\/p>\n

These improvements will not only bolster our operational efficiency but also enable LifeStyles to expand our food distribution capabilities. With the new facilities, LifeStyles can accept more donations, including bulk food items from partners like Amazon and Whole Foods, ultimately saving thousands of dollars in monthly food expenses.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This will allow the organization to offer a greater variety of healthy foods, including fruits, vegetables, meats, and dairy products, to food-insecure families and transitional housing residents across Southern Maryland.<\/span><\/p>\n

In addition to the congressional delegation, other leaders and supporters in attendance included Maryland Delegates Edith Patterson and Debra Davis, Charles County Commissioners President Reuben Collins, Deputy Charles County Administrator Deborah Hall, Community Services Director Dina Barclay, Community Development Coordinator Barbara Farmer, G.S. Proctor & Associates CEO Steve Proctor, LifeStyles Board Chair Melissa Weikel and the LifeStyles management team and shelter staff.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>\u201cWe are one organization and we\u2019re trying to make sure we\u2019re serving our purpose here,\u201d Washington said. \u201cBut we\u2019ve got tremendous partners in our community, and we\u2019re so grateful for each and every one.\u201d<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/lifestylesofmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/6.png” title_text=”6″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/lifestylesofmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/8.png” title_text=”8″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/lifestylesofmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/7.png” title_text=”7″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/lifestylesofmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5.png” title_text=”5″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/lifestylesofmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3.png” title_text=”3″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/lifestylesofmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1.png” title_text=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/lifestylesofmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2.png” title_text=”2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/lifestylesofmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/9.png” title_text=”9″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

LifeStyles recibi\u00f3 un aumento de financiaci\u00f3n de $912,000 del congresista Steny Hoyer y los senadores Ben Cardin y Chris Van Hollen. Esta subvenci\u00f3n apoya las mejoras del Refugio de Emergencia y el Programa de D\u00eda para Personas sin Hogar de White Plains, incluyendo mayor seguridad, reparaciones de infraestructura vital y un mejor almacenamiento de alimentos.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":10659,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"\n

The annual Point-in-Time Homeless Survey began across Southern Maryland on Wednesday, part of a large, nationwide effort that attempts to quantify the numbers of sheltered and unsheltered individuals and families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As part of its Continuum of Care (CoC) application for homelessness funding, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires that jurisdictions across the nation conduct a statistically reliable and unduplicated count of the homeless for one overnight period during the last 10 days of January.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

LifeStyles of Maryland is helping lead the effort in Southern Maryland. Roughly 50 volunteers and staff members will fan out across the region to conduct the survey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the goal is to provide a snapshot of the homeless in our community, LifeStyles takes it a step further by providing access to resources and distributing items to help them sustain the weather as well as providing information and encouraging individuals to access shelter and housing services. LifeStyles will also work with local departments of social services to provide shelter for those who seek it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The results of the survey are used to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n