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Housing Needs Met: Stronger Families: Economic Impacts Community Action Team believes that investing in the local community is the most effective way to reduce the incidence and effects of poverty. CAT does this by connecting individuals in need with the local services available to help them step out of poverty and into self-sufficiency. This includes…
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In fall 2016, Community Action Team, with the support of Columbia County and its cities, established a Housing Work Group to better understand what was causing the shortage of housing for residents of all income levels and what could be done about it. Members included a diverse group of professionals engaged in the housing industry,…
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The program emphasizes the role of parents as their child’s first and most important teacher and builds relationships with families to support: Together, parents and staff work to provide developmental preschool experiences for children to succeed in school. Parent Quote: “We are always welcomed with a smile and a good morning.” Enrollment Funded Enrollment: 341…
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Through our Head Start program, we provide comprehensive early childhood education, health, and family engagement services, fostering a foundation for lifelong learning and success. Guided by the principles of family-centered care and holistic support, we empower children and their families to navigate the challenges of a changing world.
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By Leanne Murray, Community Action Team, Program Operations Coordinator, Human Investment Department When Community Action Team (CAT) was created in 1966, one of the original programs was set-up to serve the older residents of Columbia County. Fifty years later, senior programs are still at the heart of their community service work. In most cases, CAT…
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CAT) has been reaching out to the community in powerful and meaningful ways for 50 years. One program with a particularly long-lasting impact has been in effect for about 20 years: Healthy Families.
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Community Action Team: The First 50 Years Part 7 – Financial Resources for HomeownersBy Leanne Murray, Community Action Team, Human Investment Department Community Action Team (CAT) has been helping with housing needs for about 30 of its 50 years. Previous articles in this series have covered topics such as weatherization, home rehabilitation, purchasing a home,…
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The First 50 Years Serving Columbia CountyPart 6: Houselessness Comes to Columbia CountyBy Leanne Murray, Community Action Team, Human Investment Department When Community Action Team (CAT) opened its doors in 1966, they primarily served older adults and children. As large-scale homelessness appeared in America in the mid-80s, CAT added services for homeless families and individuals…
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Community Action Team: The First 50 YearsPart 5: Strengthening Stability in Columbia CountyBy Leanne Murray, Community Action Team, Human Investment Department Always nimble and responsive to the community’s needs, Community Action Team’s (CAT) programs get to the heart of supporting residents in meaningful and personal ways. Because they’ve been providing Energy/Utility Assistance for almost forty…
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Community Action Team: The First 50 Years Part 4: Home Sweat Equity Leads to Real EquityBy Leanne Murray, Community Action Team, Human Investment Department When it comes to housing, Community Action Team (CAT) helps Columbia County residents in a multitude of ways. One very creative program called SHARP helps low-income families and individuals buy their…
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Community Action Team: The First 50 YearsPart 3: Making Columbia County Homes Safer and HealthierBy Leanne Murray, Community Action Team, Human Investment Department Community Action Team (CAT) is celebrating its 50th anniversary. For 38 of those years this local non- profit agency has been in the business of helping Columbia, Clatsop and Tillamook county residents…
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The First 50 Years Serving Columbia County: Helping Seniors Keep their Independence and Health By Leanne Murray, Community Action Team, Program Operations Coordinator, Human Investment Department When Community Action Team (CAT) was created in 1966, one of the original programs was set-up to serve the older residents of Columbia County. Fifty years later, senior programs…
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Columbia County Housing Study: Executive Summary December 2017 Introduction In fall 2016, the Community Action Team (CAT), with the support of Columbia County and its cities, established a Housing Work Group to address the county lenders, and nonprofit representatives who collaborated over fifteen months to identify issues and solutions. This webpage summarizes the key findings,…
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In 2016, Community Action Team (CAT) celebrated fifty years of serving Columbia County. This organization has a history filled with adaptation, expansion, and significant impact. CAT’s Early Beginnings In 1966, Columbia County joined the federally designated Community Action Partnerships, initially providing services for young children through Head Start and support for older Americans. Funding and…