Author: NNRHA

HOLIDAYS OBSERVED DURING the MONTH OF
MARCH
March 17
St. Patrick’s Day
March 20
Spring Begins

Inside this issue:

Healthy Eating Tips	2
Jen Care Neighborhood / Medical Center	3
FREE Training / Programs / Programs	4
FREE Tax Preparation	5
Health Risks of Smoking / Cigarettes	6
Kids and Smoking	7
Food Bank Distribution / Sites	8

Mitch’s Safety Corner	9
Energy Conservation / Tips	10
Customer Service Hot / Line Number	11
Going Green	12

NEWS AND
NEIGHBORS

Newport News Redevelopment
and Housing Authority

March 2012

Volume 19, Issue 3

To be eligible to register to vote in Virginia a person must:
· Be a resident of Virginia (A person who has come to Virginia for temporary purposes and intends to return to another state is not considered a resident for voting pur- poses);
· Be a U. S. Citizen;
· Be 18 years old (Any person who is 17 years old and will be eighteen years of age at the next election shall be permitted to register in advance and also vote in any inter- vening primary or special election);
· Does not claim the right to vote in any other State;
· Not currently declared mentally incompetent by a court of law;
· If convicted of a felony, your right to vote must have been restored.
Persons eligible to register can obtain a registration application at any of the following
locations:
· Local voter registration office: Newport News City Hall-2400 Washington Avenue- 6th Floor-Newport News, Virginia 23607.Telephone number: 757.926.8683.
· Online: www.nngov.com/voter-registrar.
· State or local government offices when applying or recertifying for Aid to Dependent
Children, Food Stamps, WIC, Medicaid, or Rehabilitation Services;
· Government offices in the State that provide State-funded programs primarily
engaged in providing services to person with disabilities;
· Armed forces recruitment offices;
· Public Libraries: Pearl Bailey-2510 Wickham Avenue, Newport News VA 23607
Grissom-366 DeShazor Drive, Newport News VA 23608
West Avenue-2907 West Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607
Main Street-110 Main Street, Newport News, VA 23601
· State Board of Elections office;
· Department of Motor Vehicles offices;
· Voter Registration Drives.
Registration Deadline: April 9, 2012

Parents can help their children avoid obesity and develop healthy habits for a lifetime by following these guidelines.
Limit eating out.
On average, restaurant food has 55 percent more fat and calories than food prepared from scratch at home. Fast foods also tend to be higher in salt. If you do opt for fast food, avoid “super sizes.” Select the foods that are grilled, baked or broiled. If possible, purchase a salad or a fruit cup to help fill you up instead of French fries or other fried foods.
Don’t use food as a reward, punishment, entertainment or comfort.
Help your children learn how to talk about their feelings. And teach them healthy ways to deal with unpleasant feelings. Try exercising or writing in a journal. Reward a child with extra privileges or more time spent with you reading a book or doing an activity. Don’t use food as a bribe for good behavior.
Learn to recognize healthy portions.
One serving of meat and meat substitute is about the size and thickness of the palm of your hand or a deck of cards. A small fist is 1/2 cup is equal to one small piece of fruit serving. One serving of juice is six to eight ounces. One serving of vegetables is a 1/2 cup. One serving of cereal is 3/4 to one cup. One serving of pasta is a 1/2 cup.
Your child’s pediatrician should be your primary source of advice about your child’s health.

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Healthy Eating

MISSION
STATEMENT
The mission of the Newport News Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NNRHA) is to create affordable housing, viable neighborhoods, and opportunities for self-sufficiency that enhance the quality of life for all citizens of Newport News.

Eating for a Healthy Weight
Forgive your lapses and celebrate your successes.
Healthy eating does not have to be perfect eating.
If you make a mistake –
like missing a few morning meals, no biggie. Get back on track as soon as you can!
Changing eating habits takes a bit of time.
Just think how long
you have had your current habits – and give yourself a pat on the back for any
positive changes.

JenCare Welcomes Medicare Recipients!
JenCare Neighborhood Medical Centers is a family-owned primary healthcare facility. We specialize in primary physician care and preventative medicine. We bring you the best in cutting-edge healthcare.
We are proud to offer a variety of services aimed at increasing the health and wellness of our patients. JenCare Neighborhood Medical Centers is a one -stop care approach meeting all of your healthcare needs. For your convenience, we offer many services, such as dental, common diagnostics, and even prescription drugs right in our center.
Here Are Some of Our Service Highlights*:
Quality Specialists
Dental
In-House Prescription Pick-Up
On-site Diagnostics
Fully Digital Offices
Transportation
Acupuncture
Life Card
* Not all services are covered under all plans, please check with your plan documents for coverage.
“Our goal is to advocate wellness for our patients as if they were members of our own family.”
We accept: original Medicare, Humana Medicare Advantage HMO, other select Medicare Advantage plans and private pay. Please contact us for additional details.
JenCare Neighborhood Medical Centers has five convenient locations to serve you in Norfolk, Portsmouth, Richmond and Newport News. Walk-ins are accepted at all of our centers. Please call 1-855-JCMED-4U (526-3348) to schedule an appointment. Check us out online at www.JenCareMed.com.
Come visit us and receive a Health Gift Pack! While quantities last. The Health Gift Pack is available as a token of our appreciation to any Medicare beneficiary who tours a JenCare Center. It is not premised upon plan enrollment or selecting a provider. Only one per person; not available for existing patients.
The Newport News office is located at:
48 Newmarket Square Drive
Newport News, VA 23607
Call their office now for details at: 757-825-8030.

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The Family Investment Center offers free training in the following courses:

PROGRAMA LIBRE DE INSTRUCCION
Centro de Trabajo Para la Familia ofierte los cursos que sigue:
Centro de Trabajo Lunes-Viernes
Para La Familia 8 de la manana
600 C Ridley Circle 4:30 de la tarde
Newport News, VA 757-928-3680
757.928.3680

FREE TRAINING PROGRAMS

▪ Self-Paced Typing;
▪ Employability Skills
Workshops
▪ Resume’ Prep;
▪ Job Lead Assistance;
▪ Homeownership.

Ì Mecanografía;
Ì Habilidades de obrero;
Ì Ayuda con su resumen y su entrevista;
Ì Como se encuentra
trabajo;
Ì Como encontrar y poseer una casa.

Family Investment
Center
600 C Ridley Circle
Newport News, VA
Monday thru
Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
757.928.3680

Important Numbers
Harbor Homes/Dickerson 928-2695
Marshall/Orcutt 928-6181
Ridley/Lassiter 928-2690
Spratley House 928-2680
Ashe Manor 928-6187
Aqueduct 833-5700
Cypress Terrace 833-5720
Great Oak 591-3282
Oyster Point 269-4307
Phoenix Village 591-3282
Pinecroft 269-4300
Brighton 591-3280
Orcutt Townhomes 928-6187
Community Resources 928-6170
Family Investment Center 928-3680
Facilities East & North 247-0484/0485

Do You Have A
Job Interview?
Interviewing prepara-tion is available. Call the Family Investment Center to make an appointment. The number is 757.928-3680.
Family Investment Center
600 C Ridley Circle
Newport News, VA 23607

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TIRED OF PAYING HIGH TAX PREPARATION FEES?
NEED HELP COMPLETING YOUR TAX RETURN?

College Students

Teenagers

VITA, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program
sponsored by the Newport News Redevelopment &
Housing Authority will help prepare and file your
basic returns for FREE!

Part-Time Employees

Seasonal Employment

Free Tax Preparation began on Monday,
January 23, 2012 at the
Family Investment Center (FIC), located at
600 C Ridley Circle in Newport News.

For more details, please call FIC at 928-3680

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Shelter
If you are homeless, displaced, or have received a final eviction notice, contact:
Prescription Assistance
If you have insufficient funds to purchase prescription medications, contact:
Food Assistance
For other needs and services contact
First Call at 594-4636
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Rental Assistance
Clothing Assistance

Cigarette smoking accounts for at least 30% of all cancer deaths and 87% of lung cancer deaths. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States for both men and women. About half of all Americans who keep smoking will die because of the habit. Each year about 443,000 people in the United States die from illnesses related to tobacco use.
Cancer caused by smoking:
Cigarette Smoking is linked with an increased risk of the following cancers:
Lung,
Larynx (voice box)
Oral cavity (mouth, tongue, and lips)
Pharynx
Stomach
Pancreas
Cervix
Kidney
Bladder
Acute myeloid leukemia
Other health problems caused by smoking:
Heart Disease
Reduced Fertility in men and women
Gum Disease
Cataracts
Poor blood flow in the arms and legs
Secondhand Smoke
Non-Smokers who breathe in secondhand smoke take in nicotine and other toxic chemicals just like smokers do. The more secondhand smoke you are exposed to, the higher the level of these harmful chemicals in your body. Secondhand smoke causes thousands of deaths each year from lung cancer and heart disease in healthy non-smokers.
Why Quit Smoking?
• Quitting smoking has major and immediate health benefits for men and women of all ages.
• Ex-smokers live longer than people who keep smoking.
• Quitting smoking lowers the risk of lung cancer, other cancers, heart attack, stroke, and other illnesses.
Classes are held on the second and fourth Mondays of the month at Sentara CarePlex Hospital, 3000 Coliseum Drive, conference Room C in Hampton. Topics covered include effects of nicotine on the brain and body, methods of
breaking the habit, managing stress, preventing weight gain and more. Call 1-800-736-8272 to register.
For more information on smoking and its effects please call the American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345.

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The health risks of tobacco are well known, but kids and teens continue to smoke and use chewing tobacco. Many young people pick up these habits every year — in fact, 90% of all adult smokers started when they were kids. Each day, more than 3,900 kids become regular smokers.
So it is important to make sure kids understand the dangers of tobacco use. Giving your kids information about the risks of smoking and chewing tobacco, and establishing clear rules and your reasons for them, can help protect them from these unhealthy habits.
To help prevent your kids from using tobacco, keep these guidelines in mind:
• Discuss it in a way that doesn’t make kids fear punishment or judgment.
• It’s important to keep talking to kids about the dangers of tobacco use over the years. Even the youngest child can understand that smoking is bad for the body.
• Encourage kids to get involved in activities that prohibit smoking, such as sports.
• Discuss ways to respond to peer pressure to smoke. Your child may feel confident simply saying “no”. but also offer alternative responses such as “It will make my clothes and breath smell bad” or “I hate the way it makes me look.”
• Encourage kids to walk away from friends who don’t respect their reasons for not smoking.
Sometimes even the best foundation isn’t enough to stop kids from experimenting with tobacco. It may be tempting to get angry, but it’s more productive to focus on communicating with your child.
• Resist lecturing or turning your advice into a sermon.
• Many times, kids aren’t able to appreciate how their current behaviors can effect their future health. So talk about the immediate breakdowns to smoking: less money to spend on other pursuits, shortness of breath, bad breath, yellow teeth, and smelly clothes.
• Stress the natural rewards that come with quitting: freedom from addiction, improved fitness, better
athletic performance, and improved appearance.
Note: All information on KidsHealth® is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.

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East End
COMMUNITY	DISTRIBUTION FOR ALL SITES	DELIVERY DATE
Ashe Manor	Agape Hands Cathedral 757-247-0090	3rd Tuesday after 4 pm
Spratley House	Christian Union Church 757-244-3819	2nd Thursday 12 noon –1 pm
Lassiter Courts	A Road Ahead 757-245-6098	Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10 am -1:30 pm
Ridley Place	L.I.N.K. 757-595-1953	Monday - Friday 9am - 3 pm
Harbor Homes
Dickerson Courts
Marshall Courts
Orcutt Townhomes
North End
COMUNITY	DISTRIBUTION FOR ALL SITES	DELIVERY DATE
Aqueduct	Kids Café, Foodbank 757-596-7188	2-3 times per week
Brighton		Summer and Fall
Oyster Point	Foodbank 757-596-7188
Cypress Terrace	New Beech Grove Baptist Church / 757-877-4114	United Way (757) 594-4636 for referral
Pinecroft	Foodbank 757-596-7188	3rd Friday 11 am

The waiting list for housing assistance at the Warwick SRO is open for single room occupancy only.
Please call (757) 928-6060, Monday-Friday, from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. to schedule an appointment.

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This newsletter is published by the
Newport News Redevelopment and
Housing Authority.
Editor: LeVonda Bell
News Coordinator: Sheila Grant
Layout: Lisa Artis

Newport News Redevelopment and
Housing Authority
P. O. Box 797
Newport News, VA 23607
757.928.6170

CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS CURFEW FOR MINORS
It is important that all children are supervised by their parents or guardians. Our children are our biggest asset and their futures depend on the guidance and control parents provide.
The City Council in Newport News has imposed curfews on all those under 18 years of age in an effort to curtail delinquent behavior.
It is important to know the details of our City’s law in this regard and we have printed it below. Also, elements of your lease with the Authority address ensuring all household members or guests not engage in criminal activity that interferes with the health, safety or right to peaceful enjoyment of the premises by other residents.
According to the City of Newport News Codes of Ordinances, the following curfew has been established for minor children.
Excerpt from Newport News, Virginia, Code of Ordinances:
Council finds that the curfew for certain minors section has been a significant factor in deterring juvenile delinquency in the past ... the city’s restriction on minor’s movement after 10:00p.m. for youths under fourteen (14) years of age and midnight for youths between fourteen (14) years of age and eighteen (18) years of age reinforces parental authority and home life, and encourages parents to actively supervise their children...
It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of fourteen (14) years to be present on any street, road, alley, avenue, park or other public place in the city, or in any vehicle operating or parked thereon, between 10:00p.m. and 5:00a.m., unless accompanied by his/her parent or guardian or unless such minor is on an emergency errand or legitimate business directed by his parent or guardian or is engaged in a lawful employment or going directly to the place of such employment or returning directly to his place or residence from the place of such employment.
It shall be unlawful for any person over the age of thirteen (13) years but under the age of eighteen (18) years to be present on any street, road, alley, avenue, park or other public place in the city, or in any vehicle operating or parked thereon, between the hours of 12:01a.m. and 5:00a.m., unless accompanied by his/her parent or guardian or unless such minor is on an emergency errand or legitimate business directed by his parent or guardian or is engaged in a lawful employment or going directly to the place of such employment or returning directly to his place or residence from the place of such employment.
... Any person who is found guilty of violating any of the provisions of this section, or who shall knowingly give a false name, address or telephone number to such officer, shall be guilty of a Class 4 misdemeanor...
More information on the City of Newport News curfews can be found on the City of Newport News Code of Ordinances at www.municode.com.
Should you have any safety or security questions or concerns, contact Safety & Security at 928-2622, Capt. F. Hileman, NNPD – South Precinct at 926-3017, Capt. R. Franklin, NNPD – Central Precinct at 926-4702, or Capt. S. Bradley, NNPD – North Precinct at 369-3108.

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REHABILITATION ASSISTANCE

Program / Name	Services	Payment
Tidewater Area / Hot Line / 459-8467	Narcotics / Anonymous	No fees
Narcotics / Anonymous VA / Regional Hot Line / 1-800-777-1515	Support group for / recovering substance abusers.	No fees
Hampton Roads Clinic / Reflections / 827-8430	Outpatient Counseling I.V. Methadone Maintenance / 30-45 day Residential Facility	Sliding fee Scale / Medicaid
Project Link / 245-0217	Case management / and coordination services for prenatal abuser	Sliding fee Scale / Medicaid
Al / Anon/Alateen / 1-888-425-2666 / AA Hotline / 595-1212	Support group Alcoholism-friends/relatives and teens. / 12 Step Program	No fees / No fees
Peninsula Area / Help Line / 875-9314	Narcotics / Anonymous	No fees

Did you know that for every degree you reduce the heat within 60°-70° range will save you 2% on your heating costs. Running at 5° less you will save you 10% on your next bill.
Turn your thermostat down to 68 degees if possible.
■ Lower the thermostat when you are away for more than 4 hours at a time. The energy used to reheat your home will be less than what it would take to keep your home heated while you were gone. 55° is a good target.
■ Dress warmer for cold weather, wear sweaters and socks.
■ Let the sunshine in during the day, open curtains for natural light and warmth, close them at night to retain the heat.
■ Try to arrange furniture so that you are sitting near interior walls.
■ Replace bulbs with energy star bulbs. The price in these bulbs have started to decrease. These bulbs use 75% less energy and last 10 times longer than regular bulbs.
■ Make sure lights are turned off in unoccupied rooms. Turn off TVs when no one is in the room watching them. Put computers and monitors to sleep when not in use.
■ Shorten showers.

We all know the heartache and
devastation that drugs can bring
to our families.

If you or anyone you know and love is
affected by substance abuse help is available.

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MORNING MAKEOVER
The way you spend your morning can sometimes make or break the rest of your day. Start the day with one or more of the habits below and you will be able to handle stress better and improve your mood.
Watch your thoughts; they become words.
Watch your words; they become actions.
Watch your actions; they become habits.
Watch your habits; they become character.
- Lao Tzu

SafeLink Wireless
Stay connected to loved ones with the Free Cell Phone and Minutes Program. You may be eligible if you participate in these programs:
Food Stamps, Medicaid, Section 8, Energy Assistance, TANF, Supplement SSI and Free School Lunch.
250 Free Minutes!
1-800-723-3546
-

GOAL: Let this year represent positive change in your life. Let’s strive to live peaceful with our neighbors and our brother man.

A tenant hotline is a free service for tenants living in properties owned and managed by the Newport News Redevelopment and Housing Authority. When filing a complaint, you must state your full name, address, and telephone number and speak as slowly and clearly as possible.
WE WILL CALL YOU BACK WITHIN 48 HOURS REGARDING YOUR CONCERNS.
THANK YOU

Old food in the yard;
Grease thrown out the window;
Disabled cars;
Cars without proper tags;
Broken playground equipment;
Beer bottles;
Broken glass;
Vandalized vacant apartments;
Profanity on buildings and signs;
Graffiti;
Trash and old junk in the yard.

Better neighborhoods;
Respect from the community;
Safe place for children;
A sense of pride for family;
A safe haven for senior citizens;
Beautification;
A place to socialize and enjoy;
Lessen criminal activity;
A brighter cleaner community;
Clean buildings;
Grass and shrubbery.

TRASH IS OUT!

CURB APPEAL IS IN!

United Way First Call / 8:30 a.m. - 5:00p.m.	594-4636
The William Rattley Road Ahead Center / 820 – 24th Street / Monday, Wednesday, Friday / 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.	245-6098
Office of Human Affairs Outreach Center / 2708 Chestnut Avenue / Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.	244-6121

Office of Human Affairs (OHA) / 2708 Chestnut Avenue / Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.	244-6121 or 847-0379 x 303 / Call for appointment
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church (OLMC) / 100 Harpersville Road / Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. / Tuesday and Friday 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.	599-3950
The Salvation Army-Peninsula / 1033 Big Bethel Road, Hampton / Monday –Thursday 9:00–11:30 a.m. & 1:00–3:30 p.m. / Friday 9:00-11:30 a.m.	838-4875
LINK of Hampton Roads / 10413 Warwick Blvd. / Monday – Friday 10:00 am – 5:00 p.m.	595-1953 / Call for appointment

United Way First Call / 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.	594-4636

United Way First Call / 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.	594-4636
Newport News Department of Human Services / 6060 Jefferson Avenue / Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.	926-6161

United Way First Call / 24-Hours a day	594-4636
PORT Winter Shelter / November – March (call for location)	595-1953

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YOUR GUIDE TO JOB CORPS!
WHAT IS JOB CORPS?
Job Corps is the largest residential educational and training program in the United States for youth ages 16-24. If you are eager to develop skills that will lead to a career, Job Corps is for you!
SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY
To be eligible for the Job Corps Scholarship, you must:
· Be 16-24 years old (upper age limit waived if disability involved: Reasonable accommodations available);
· Be from a home that is considered “low income”;
· Be able to benefit from and complete the training that you will get at a Job Corps center;
· Be free from serious behavior problems, and/or out standing court issues (court dates, fines, restitution);
· Be drug and alcohol free upon arrival at a Job Corps center and remain drug and alcohol free while enrolled in
Job Corps.
· Abstain from any acts of violence.
TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Job Corps offers a variety of training GED, and High School Diploma programs for both men and women. The training programs offered include: automotive trades, carpentry, bricklaying, plumbing, culinary arts, and many more. Job Corps offers training in over 160 different jobs!
LIFE ON A JOB CORPS CENTER
Each center offers extracurricular activities that may include: community service opportunities, arts and crafts, cultural awareness programs, student government, field trips to area malls, movies, concerts and sporting events. Job Corps strives to ensure a environment that is supportive of students who are motivated to learn and succeed.
BONUSES
Job Corps pays you! Every two weeks you will be paid depending on the number of days you’re enrolled.
First 56 days of enrollment………..…$25.00 biweekly
57-112 days of enrollment……………..$30.00 biweekly
113-182 days of enrollment……………$40.00 biweekly
183 t days of enrollment………………..$50.00 biweekly
Incentives are paid to Job Corps students who rewarding earn the following while enrolled:
High School Diploma or GED……………...…………………………$250.00
Completion of a Vocation Trade…………………………………..$750.00
Have GED or High School Diploma before joining Job Corps and complete a Vocational Trade………………...$1200.00
Obtain GED or High School Diploma at Job Corps and compete a Vocational Trade………………………...…………$1200.00
Clothing Allowance: Job Corps will provide a clothing allowance of over $300!
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY
Job Corps is committed to providing a safe place for all students. There is a Zero Tolerance Policy for drugs and violence. Students will be immediately expelled if they commit a violent act.
WHAT JOB CORPS STUDENTS SAY:
“Job Corps has helped me make new friends, showed me responsibility for my actions and decisions, and helped me prepare for my future.”
“Everyday I am thankful that I made the choice to take advantage of the wonderful opportunity that Job Corps has to offer. It’s something that everyone should think about.”

The Newport News Redevelopment and Housing Authority would like to challenge all public housing residents in striving to improve their communities. One way to do this is by communicating with Management.
We need all public housing residents to inform their rental offices of any problems they may have with street lights in their communities. We cannot do this alone! The Housing Authority needs your help because these are your communities.
Please notify your Property Manager of faulty street lights after detection the next business day. Together we can keep our communities safe and continue to enhance the quality of life for our residents.