Program areas at Centre County United Way
Health: provide access to health care and prevention programs for those who have difficulty providing for themselves. Measurable outcomes include; 1) early diagnosis and treatment of sight loss, cancer, and sexually transmitted disease, 2) appropriate and compassionate end-of-life care, 3) integration of the disabled into day care, school and the work place, 4) planned crisis response to medical emergencies and natural disaster.
Financial stability provide support in managing crisis related to financial stability and support in understanding money investment and management. Measurable outcomes include; 1) safe and warm living environment, 2) prevention of loss of home, 3) food security, 4) appropriate management of limited income, 5) connection to appropriate long-term support programs.
Education: provide access to pre-k and after school programs that encourage successful transition to kindergarten, provide early diagnosis of learning disorders, and improve literacy skills among adults. Measurable outcomes include; 1) attainment of kindergarten-level reading, writing, math and social skills, 2) identification of learning disorders and placement in appropriate support programs, 3) improved literacy for all ages, age appropriate social and self-management skills.