EPIC Receives $1.8 Million Grant
Summary
EPIC was awarded $1.8 million over the next three years to open centers in Niagara and Cattaraugus Counties.We are incredibly excited to continue to grow our presence and have a greater capacity to serve families in Niagara and Cattaraugus counties through this innovative endeavor, says Tara N. Burgess, EPICs Executive Director. Additionally, a portion of the funding will go directly to the families served to help with emergent needs, which is a groundbreaking way of thinking about families and the barriers they may experience when trying to provide for their children.The centers will work in partnership with the local Departments of Social Services, community organizations, and school districts in the two counties. EPIC will provide case management support and several evidence-based programs with the goal of strengthening families and improving the safety and wellbeing of children and families.Niagara County Department of Social Services is incredibly excited to work with EPIC and have their support in helping serve families within our Niagara County community," says Billie Tylec, Director of Services at Niagara County DSS. "This will be such a great resource and have such a positive impact on families and children!Anthony Turano, Commissioner of the Cattaraugus County Department of Social Services, agrees. "We appreciate the opportunity to create partnerships to aide in our ongoing work to engage and strengthen families in Cattaraugus County," he says.
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