Economic Growth

Day of Hope – Community Event for Platte County Residents – Dec 7

The Day of Hope - Platte County Community Service Event - i3 ResourcesServing Platte County & The families enrolled in Platte County School district. 

Registration for participation is open from October 14th through November 25th.      

Register at www.thedayofhope.org

December 07, 2013

Time: 9 am – 3 pm

Location: The Rock of KC 12750 N. Winan Rd Kansas City, Mo 64163

Gifts of Service  Provided during The Day of Hope event…

Dental Care – Dental Care Services will be provided by volunteer Community Dentists.

Groceries – Food Box donations and additional grocery supplies donated will be distributed the day of the event.

Haircuts – Local Stylists will be on site to provide services for all participants interested in receiving a haircut.

Family Photos – A family photo will be taken by local photographers the day of the event for the families.

Career Development Services – resume writing, job search tips, interviewing skills and more.

Community Resources – There will be a community Resource Room with Information of public services provided in the community.

Children’s Activity Room – A designated room will be available for the children to enjoy fun activities during the event.

Winter Supplies – Coats, gloves, hat, scarves, and hoodies that are donated will be distributed to the participants the day of the event.

Christmas Store: Available for families to shop for Christmas.

 

For further information regarding The Day of Hope event, contact the Platte County Health Department at  816-858-2412  or sheena.gaines@plattehealth.com

REGISTER AT:   www.thedayofhope.org

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