Program areas at SIEOC
Head start: we operate 13 pre-school classrooms at 12 different sites throughout a five county service area. 266 slots were available in 2022, with a total of 314 children enrolled during the year, including 44 with disabilities. 113 children went on to kindergarten; 75% were up to date with preventative and primary health care; 75% were up to date with all immunizations; and 55% completed a dental exam. The program utilized 226 volunteers, of whom 189 were current or former head start parents. In addition, parent involvement activities were held and multiple parent trainings took place on important topics like food, safety, and child abuse prevention.
Housing: provides housing assistance to low-income individuals and families based on federal guidelines. 235 households in dearborn, Ohio, ripley, switzerland, franklin, and union counties received housing choice vouchers in 2022, benefitting 419 people.
Energy assistance: 1,589 households in our 6-county service area received energy assistance, benefitting 2,779 people. 1,299 households were served through education workshops.
Weatherization: 42 homes in our 6-county service area were weatherized and 139 energy audits were performed. 15 furnaces were replaced and 12 were repaired due to health and safety concerns. In addition, 15 water heaters and 15 electric heat pumps were replaced and installed. One range was also replaced. Covering kids & families: ensures that all eligible children and adults are enrolled in available health-care coverage programs. In our 5 county area, there were 407 enrollments made. Other programs: other programs include the salvation army extension office; the bev henry emergency fund, and family development.