Programs and Services

MHP uses a holistic approach by providing affordable housing and educational programs to help residents reach the next level of economic stability. MHP created the Community Life programs in 1997 to provide residents with education human and supportive services.

Amherst and Pembridge Family Day - May 16, 2009

Community Life Programs

Homework Club: Children receive tutoring and help completing their homework. MHP's homework clubs meet Monday through Thursday from 4:00 to 6:00pm. September to June. This program is available at Amherst, Glenville, Great Hope Homes, Greenwood and Pembridge Square. We serve 120 children 6 to 12 years old. The fee for this program is $45 per family.

Summer Enrichment Program: The purpose of the Summer Program is to provide an array of structured activities for the children during the summer so they can maintain their academic standing at school while having positive experience. The Camp meets 5 hour a day, five days a week during the month of July. While at the camp, children participate daily in literacy programs, outdoor sports, arts and crafts and computer writing projects. The children also go on field trips once a week. This program is available at Amherst, Glenville, Great Hope Homes, Greenwood and Pembridge Square. We serve 108 children 6 to 12 years old. The fee for this program is $35.00 per family.

Pre-School Group: The purpose of the group is to help pre-school age children get ready for school. The Group is set up as a school where children can play, explore and learn. We serve 39 children, ages 3 to 5. The Group meets three times a week for 1.5 hours. This program is available at Amherst, Great Hope Homes, Greenwood and Pembridge Square. The fee for this program is $35.00 per family.

Pre-School Group Summer Program: The purpose of the group is to nurture the pre-school's children natural curiosity and to engage them in creativity projects and field troops to the local pool. The children also have activities such as reading, coloring, listening and playing component as part of their daily activities. We serve 14 children, ages 3 to 5. The Group meets for 2.5 hours a day during the month of July. The fee for this program is $25 per family Amherst/Pembridge only.

Teen Program: Teenagers have a critical need for strong support in their communities. MHP's Teen Program helps young adults deal with peer pressure, social-economic needs and leadership in their communities. As part of this Program, we organize community workshops and field trips for the teens. The teens meet twice a month. We serve up to 25 youths age 12 to 16 Free.

ESOL Program: The ESOL Program has a standards-based curriculum emphasizing language proficiency. The program's overarching standard is that students will use English to communicate and demonstrate cultural understand. To help them reach this standard, MHP provides ESOL classes twice a week for 4 hours in two semesters. Classes are taught at Amherst and Pembridge Square. The fee is a one time $25 for the book. The programs has 40 students per semester.

Computer Program: MHP's Computer Program is geared towards helping residents learn basic computer skills that can help them succeed at work. The classroom curriculum includes Microsoft's Excel, Power Point, Word and Publisher. Classes meet 4 hours a week from January to December. There is no fee for this program. This program is available at Amherst, Green wood, Blair and Great Hope Homes. The program serves 39 adults.

Monthly Health Workshops: The monthly workshops provide residents with the opportunity to learn about health risks affecting their communities and resources available for them in their neighborhood. This program is available at Amherst and Pembridge only. An average of 20 residents attends these meetingson a monthly basis. Free