Image via Pexels Your child may barely be school-age, but it’s never too soon to start instilling the traits of leadership. Leadership skills not only help children succeed in adulthood, they also give children the tools they need to become confident, capable youths. Whether you want to raise a future Supreme Court Justice or simply want your child [...]
The internet is full of potential dangers. From children to the elderly, it appears that no one is safe. Among the most vulnerable are the senior citizens. Seniors often have the most to lose in dangers involving the internet. When scams occur, they are often devastating. The internet doesn’t have to be dangerous, though. With the right tools [...]
The Neighborhood would like to thank our many generous sponsors for their support in last month's 16th annual Neighborhood golf scramble! AcCounting 4 You, PLLC Ace Hardware Inspections / EXP Realty Advance Primary Care Andrews, Tackett, and Associates Ashland Credit Union Ashland Fire Dept Local 706 Big Sandy Superstore Burger King/Allied foods Cardinal Management, LTD Community Trust Bank [...]
Transportation Station's Josh Daniels (left), mechanic, and Paul Powell, program director. ASHLAND, Ky. — The Transportation Station bike shop will enable those without a means of transport to have access to inexpensive transportation. The bike shop will be a repair and sales shop with emphasis on a recycling process that will encourage sweat equity in obtaining [...]
ASHLAND, Ky. — Meet Jacob, a young man who aged out of the foster care system and found himself homeless and in need of help. Because of his hard work and determination, The Neighborhood was able to connect Jacob to not only food and shelter, but also with a program that provided an opportunity for new employment and a [...]
ASHLAND, Ky. — Assistance with rent and utility bills is available for Boyd County (Kentucky) residents. Bills must be past due and those seeking help must register their needs through CAReS, located at The Neighborhood. Inquiries should be issued with CAReS directly (visit the organization's page with the button below). VISIT CARES PAGE
ASHLAND, Ky. — Clean Start is encouraging licensed hairdressers and barbers to volunteer their time once a month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to cut hair for needy people. Clean Start operates at The Neighborhood near the downtown area. If you are interested in volunteering, you can learn more and initiate a contact here, or call 606.324.5802. Clean [...]
ASHLAND, Ky. — Civic and community leaders from across the Appalachian region of Kentucky came to Ashland to learn about the innovations and processes being developed in Eastern Kentucky to combat poverty nationwide. BRIGHT Kentucky, which began in 2019, engages bright, entrepreneurial minds from various occupational sectors to offer non-partisan, ethical leadership training, expanded networks, and mentors designed [...]
ASHLAND, Ky. — The Neighborhood has been a fixture in Ashland for nearly 20 years with over over 30,000 cases of assistance. Still, so many people know little about who we are or what we do. We want to change that and share our successes, excitement, programs and struggles with the people who make it all happen. When [...]
ASHLAND, Ky. — The next round of The Neighborhood We Know IT classes is scheduled. If you are a SNAP beneficiary and have internet access and a computer, you can participate in these courses (a $3-5,000 dollar value) for free. When you complete the course, you can add the certification to your resume. This is for people 18 and [...]