FAC Weekly Update 2024-07-01-Support House for Elderly
Dear Members and Advocates,
Florida Action Committee (FAC) partners with several organizations for community support and education, but the one that has benefited FAC members the most is Justice Transitions, Inc (JT). A small, charitable 501c3 organization, JT has been serving as the Outreach arm of FAC for years. They have been responding to the needs of FAC members for housing placement, assistance with Social Security and Identity issues, and even purchasing work boots that would make the difference of someone having a job or not. They have an interest-free loan program for rent payments, polygraphs, therapy classes, and other needs, giving the recipient a year (or longer) to pay back the loan at a few dollars a month so that the funds are available for the next person. Giving back and helping the next person offers the borrower a sense of accomplishment and pride. It is not a hand-out, but rather a responsibility that demonstrates their respect and consideration for others.
JT has expanded their services to include a support house for elderly registrants that need assisted living and care. If you have ever tried to find assisted living or a nursing home for a registered citizen, you understand that it is a difficult or nearly impossible task. Even when you find a place that is not concerned about their status, the location may be within 1000 feet of a school, park, playground or daycare center making it off limits, as though someone confined to a nursing home would be able to just leave and stroll down to a playground. It is a senseless barrier for those in need of 24/7 personal assistance or medical care. The support house started by JT has given comfort to those who had no where to go for their life supporting care.
JT wants to start another support house and needs your help to raise funds. They have a unique fundraiser that will not cost you a dime, but each participant has the opportunity to raise up to $120 for them during the month of July. You simply need to to submit your opinion on products and services that you use regularly. The program is called HundredX and it pays $1.60 for each QUALITY response.
Once you sign up, and select Justice Transitions as your charity, then HundredX will send text or email reminders that will stop once you complete 75 surveys or on July 30, whichever comes first. You can opt to share your name or remain anonymous. Your name is only shared with JT to let them know who is participating in the fundraising campaign. Each survey takes about 2 minutes to complete. Take your time and provide a QUALITY response that will count. Responses that appear to be quick and inconsistent may appear to be random and not quality responses and therefore may be omitted.
Click on the Flyer (Spanish flyer) for program details, and share the flyer will family and friends over age 18. Here is how you can get s started:
- Text “FEEDBACK” to 90412
- or go to https://hundredxinc.com/impactwithfeedback-B
- or click on the QR code found on the Flyer
Do the math: 100 members complete 25 opinions at $1.60 each = $4,000 for the Outreach fund! Let’s raise maximum funds the Outreach program that directly supports the basic needs of our FAC members. For more information on Justice Transitions, email justicetransition411@gmail.com.
Other Reminders:
- We have a short survey regarding the temporary travel changes that are needed for the Ex Post Facto I lawsuit coming up in the Southern District Court. Go to https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RKY5ZX5 to complete survey. Send questions to legal@floridaactioncommittee.org or leave message at 833-273-7325, Option #4.
- The July Monthly Membership call is postponed until July 11 at 8pm ET due to July 4th holiday.
Stay strong and get involved – With Unity Comes Change.
Sincerely,
The Florida Action Committee (FAC)
ANNOUCEMENTS
Monday Night Support Group via Zoom–Open to registered citizens and family members, every Monday at 8pmET. Find comfort, motivation and encouragement with other members in this no-judgement zone as they share common concerns and interests. To participate, contact membership@floridaactioncommittee.org or leave message at 833-273-7325, Option 1.
Monthly Membership Call –IMPORTANT NOTE: The JULY Membership call will be postponed until Thu July 11 at 8pm ET. 319-527-3487. If you have any problem connecting to the call for free, you can text CALL ME to 319-527-3487 for a call back from Free Conference Call and you will be connected to the meeting at no charge.
New Member Call – IMPORTANT NOTE: The JULY New Member call will be postponed until Thu July 18 at 8pm ET. 319-527-3487. Call in to learn more about the organization, action opportunities, where to find support, get resources and referrals, or just share information. If you have any problem connecting for free, you can text CALL ME to 319-527-3487 for a call back from Free Conference Call and you will be connected to the meeting at no charge.
Family Support Group via Zoom – Second Saturday every month from 11am-1pm. By Invitation only for non-registered family members with loved ones on the Registry. Must be an FAC member. To participate, contact membership@floridaactioncommittee.org or call 833-273-7325, Option 1.
SHINE Women’s Group [Women Forced to Register]. For more information, contact fac.region4b@gmail.com or leave message at 772-494-1947.
Men’s Group – Men Forced to Register (MFR) can participate in the group that meets by ZOOM (video or audio/phone only) on the Second Tuesday of each month at 8pmET or times may vary. Contact fac.rgion8a@gmail,.com or leave a message at 833-273-7325 Option 1.
Legislative Team – Meets by ZOOM on the Second Wednesday of each month at 8pmET. Contact membership@floridaactioncommittee.org.
Veterans Group – Meets on the Fourth Tuesday AND third Wednesday of each Month at 8pm. Contact Mike at 831-353-4500 or email membership@floridaactioncommittee.org.
MEET and GREETS
Hernando – Sat, July 27, 2pm – 4pm. RSVP at 352-606-0187 or email hernandoFACcoord@gmail.com
Orange – Sat Aug 3, Noon-3pm – Resource Fair. RSVP to membership@floridaactioncommittee.org or call 833-273-7325 Option 1.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Contact membership@floridaactioncommittee.org or call 833-273-7325 Option 1.
Fundraising Chairperson– Organize fundraising events and campaigns.
County Coordinators – Help build local FAC teams to organize Meet and Greets, identify resources, and be the eyes and ears that can keep FAC informed.
Staff Writers – Persons familiar with writing effective articles and/or Press Releases.
Grant Writers– For FAC (501c4) and Justice Transitions (501c3)
Website Moderators– Screen and approve comments on posts.
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