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 2023, with a total of 358 children enrolled during the year, including 31 with disabilities. 113 children went on to kindergarten; 72% were up to date with preventative and primary health care; 84% were up to date with all immunizations; and 43% completed a dental exam. The program utilized 529 volunteers, of whom 500 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. 243 households in dearborn, Ohio, ripley, switzerland, franklin, and union counties received housing choice vouchers in 2023, benefitting 443 people.
Energy assistance: 1,891 households in our 6-county service area received energy assistance, benefitting 3,421 people. 1,400 households were served through education workshops.
Weatherization: 37 homes in our 6-county service area were weatherized and 74 energy audits were performed. 12 furnaces were replaced and 13 were repaired due to health and safety concerns. In addition, 11 water heaters and 11 electric heat pumps were replaced and installed. 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 469 enrollments made. Other programs: other programs include the salvation army extension office; the bev henry emergency fund, and family development.