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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT LARS

Laurel Advocacy and Referral Services, Inc. (LARS) is currently seeking a full-time Spanish Speaking outreach worker to provide case management and outreach services to both Spanish and English speaking service seekers who are in crisis situations, and residing within the Laurel community. Applicants must be fluent in Spanish; have a clear understanding of the needs of the immigrant population of Laurel; be willing to work some weekends and evenings; and, have their own reliable transportation. Competitive pay and some benefits provided. BSW with a MD license preferred, but other applicants with a 4 year college degree and experience in the human services will be considered.



Please send a cover letter and resume to:



Nancy Graham, LCSW-C, Executive Director

Laurel Advocacy and Referral Services, Inc.

311 Laurel Avenue

Laurel, MD 20707



Laurel Advocacy and Referral Services, Inc. (LARS) is seeking a full-time case manager to assist with the start-up and implementation of our newly HUD funded Permanent Housing Program (projected start date July 1). Applicants must have their own reliable transportation, and be willing to work some evenings and weekends. Competitive pay and some benefits provided. BSW with a MD license preferred.



Please Send Cover Letter and resume to:



Nancy Graham, LCSW-C, Executive Director

Laurel Advocacy and Referral Services, Inc.

311 Laurel Avenue

Laurel, MD 20707

LARS IN THE NEWS

Laurel Advocacy Referral Services was recently in the local Gazette. New Hope Church partners with LARS in providing social needs to the residents of Laurel, Maryland. Click here to read the full article.

SOS NEEDS YOUR HELP!

Our 40 member "Sharing our Strength" team from New Hope heads out for the mission trip to Mozambique in about a month! Would you like to be involved in the mission even though you're staying home this time? Along with VBS, the water well drilling project and building a school, our group will also be running a MEDICAL MISSION to the local community. The health situation is so poor there, and we expect to impact hundreds of people in need. We are looking for donations of new, unopened bottles of a number of vitamins and medications that will be given out during the medical clinic. Items needed are:

1) Children's chewable multi-vitamins
2) Adult multi-vitamins
3) Acetaminophen for adults (Tylenol or generic brand)
4) Acetaminophen for children (160mg elixir and the 80mg infant drops)
4) Ibuprofen (Motrin or generic brand)
5) Reading glasses in all strengths (these are sometimes available at the dollar store)

There will be a box marked "S.o.S. /Mozambique Medical Mission Donations" in the lobby until Saturday, June 28. Monetary donations that will go towards the purchase of these supplies are also greatly appreciated (you can put "Mozambique Medical" on your envelope). Thank you in advance for supporting this effort!

For more details visit the SOS blog.

PREGNANCY CENTER NEEDS YOUR HELP

Laurel Pregnancy Center is currently in need of size 2, 3, and 5 diapers; “boy” sleepers, sizes 0-3 and 3-6 months; receiving blankets; pacifiers; and cotton hats. If you would like to contribute any of these items you may deliver them to 415 Main St in Laurel, Mon-Thurs 9 AM - 3 PM or leave at the church office and Norma McKellip will deliver.

SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM

The Southern Asian Adventist Church on Randolph Road in Silver Spring is offering a 7-week Summer Enrichment Program for kids ages 3-16 from June 23-August 8. The program runs from 9 am - 3 pm with extended hours from 8 am - 6 pm. Call Angie Abraham, Program Coordinator, at 240-643-9647 for more information.

CHURCH BUSINESS MEETING

A church business meeting has been scheduled Sunday, June 29 from 5:30 to 8:00pm. The agenda will include future ministry plans for the church, and discussion and vote for the new budget. Also, please bring a family supper for a time of fellowship.

Click here to download a full version of the proposed budget

Note: If you have any questions regarding the budget, please contact the following people. In an effort to be considerate of time, please be sure to address your questions or comments with the appropriate people prior to the business meeting.