Family Advocacy
In the majority of counties CAP serves, more than one third of the population lives in poverty, and when crisis hits, these families are ill-equipped to handle the additional financial burden. CAP helps people by addressing immediate physical and emotional needs. Every year, Family Advocacy provides assistance to thousands of individuals and families in various stages of crisis.
Long-term Family Advocacy volunteers serve as caseworkers for a particular community, offering assistance with food, utilities, shelter, medical needs, household goods, clothes and some education expenses. In addition to meeting these immediate needs, volunteers perform long-term needs assessment through home visits and budget counseling, referring participants to other CAP programs or local agencies if appropriate.
Family Advocacy volunteers also spearhead several seasonal programs:
Christmas Basket
Gifts from donors are distributed to participants during the holiday season.
School Readiness
School supplies and a new outfit are given to more than 1,000 disadvantaged children in the Appalachian region.
Women’s Retreat
More than 50 women from the counties CAP serves gather for several days of fellowship and spiritual and educational activities.
Short-term Family Advocacy volunteers assist with these seasonal programs.
