At Chester County OIC we are doing are best to ensure the safety and wellness of our community and staff by doing our part in social distancing and other measures. We are closely monitoring this pandemic and keeping our office closed to the public until such time as COVID 19 has subsided. Stay tuned for further notice. We look forward to seeing you all again – soon!
⭐Today is Census Day⭐
Census results impact and influence our community every day, including school lunches, plans for highways, support for firefighters and families in need.
Complete the 2020 Census – mail it or complete on-line!
The surge is coming say most experts. Let’s not get complacent. Please continue to wash your hands frequently, self-isolate as much as possible, keep a safe social distance when out. Remember when you’re out at the local grocery store or handling money, or getting your mail, any surface could carry the virus. –
Ten things to you can do while waiting to exhale …
1-Exhale – when was the last time we got to sit with ourselves and just think? My world has definitely slowed down and given me a time to just breathe out.
Sign up for the CC-OIC GED program at https://ccoic.org/adult-education/ged-classes/ or call 610-235-4588 to register!
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Pennsylvania Schools to close beginning Friday, March 13 and reopen Monday, March. 30. Chester County OIC (CCOIC) will be closed during this time as well, with plans to open back to full service no later than April 6. All workshops and events at CCOIC have been suspended. We are closely monitoring information shared by the Chester County Health Department about COVID-19 and will keep you posted.
Last month’s basketball event hosted by CCOIC was reported on by Sierra Leshae of A Sierra Production. Check it out from Facebook and remember to follow our page here to get the latest updates from what we’re doing in the community to help people help themselves.
The “I am OIC” program started a few years ago and continues to be a powerful way for our clients, staff, donors and volunteers to express why they are a part of the OIC family. The following is a story submitted by Donna as she recounts her many impressive achievements she attained after graduating from CCOIC:
“My name is Donna Brown and I am a Supervisor at the Chester County Adult Probation, Parole and Pretrial Services in West Chester, PA. I am a 1984 graduate of CC-OIC. I went on to Immaculata University and received my B.S. in Business and Psychology. I worked as an Adult Parole Officer with Chester County for 14 years, working in a variety of programs like Veteran’s Court, Drug Court, and the Women’s Reentry Assessment Program before becoming a Supervisor. I entered into the workforce with Servistar Corporation and I ended up working as a Corrections Officer and then later transitioned to a Correctional Counselor at the Chester County Prison. I also spent time as an Intensive Case Manager for Human Services, Inc. I am a Veteran of the U.S. Army Reserves, serving 6 years with an Honorable Discharge in 1988. I live in Coatesville area with my husband, Joseph. I love CC-OIC because I went from being a CC-OIC graduate to a Board Member!”
If you have been touched by OIC we would love to hear your story on how you are a member of the “I am OIC” family. Please email cynthia@ericsonsms.com and include your full name and a paragraph on your experience. If you are comfortable please also attach a picture of yourself, note that testimonials may be included in OIC’s social media program and website.
Community Leader and Activist Alice Thomas will be attending our 40th Annual Gala to receive the 2019 Leon H. Sullivan Award! Meet her and other winners on November 15, 2019 at the Desmond Hotel in Malvern as we celebrate those who work with us to help people help themselves. Tickets can be purchased through our website with more information being available by calling 610-692-2344. We hope to see you there!
The “I am OIC” program started a few years ago and continues to be a powerful way for our clients, staff, donors and volunteers to express why they are a part of the OIC family. The following is a story submitted by Emily as she recounts her experience influencing lives and careers at OIC:
“I am OIC because I believe everyone has the right to opportunity and education and OIC is an organization dedicate to providing both our local community. I celebrate being part of a place that touches so many people’s lives. OIC helps our clients grow into their best selves – as employees, as citizens, as caregivers – and take this growth back to their family and friends to form a healthier, more positive community.”
“I am successful because…I am OIC!”
If you have been touched by OIC we would love to hear your story on how you are a member of the “I am OIC” family. Please email cynthia@ericsonsms.com and include your full name and a paragraph on your experience. If you are comfortable please also attach a picture of yourself, note that testimonials may be included in OIC’s social media program and website.
Chester County Opportunities Industrialization Center is a non-profit community- based organization that has been meeting the needs of the economically disadvantaged individuals throughout the community.
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