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CAP Volunteer E-News - March 2007 |
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Facts about Appalachia
"Distressed" Applachian counties are indicated in red. Distressed counties are defined by the Appalachian Regional Commission and rank in the worst ten percent in the nation's counties based on unemployment, per capita income and poverty rate. 
When not working hard at their sites, WorkFest volunteers enjoyed Appalachian entertainment, learned about the underlying issues behind poverty in Appalachia and had an opportunity for prayer and spiritual reflection.
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Since Hurricane Katrina revealed the tragic consequences that result when disaster strikes people already in poverty, CAP has been committed to responding to disaster areas--even when those areas fall outside of Appalachia. In February, CAP's Disaster Relief program quickly mobilized a team of volunteers and employees, as well as former volunteers and members of the local community, to help tornado victims in Lake Mack, Florida. In addition to distributing supplies from Operation Sharing, the Disaster Relief team helped clear debris, repair homes and provide comfort to residents of the rural, economically-distressed region. If you are interested in being part of CAP's disaster response team, you can get involved by contacting CAP's Disaster Relief program. Summer camp quickly approaching Volunteer Spotlight “I feel this is the place God wants me”—Kevin DeMaria, Housing
Hometown: Taylor Mill, Kentucky As a student at Bellarmine University in Louisville, Kevin participated in a nine-day service immersion trip to Guatemala. Kevin said that the "trip taught me a lot about their culture, and also inspired me to work for social justice and awareness." The northern Kentucky native knew of the severe poverty just east of where he grew up, and he decided CAP was where he needed to be. Kevin has served in CAP's Housing Program since August 2006. Once a participant in service trips, Kevin led crews of college students who came to WorkFest this spring. Kevin enoyed the opportunity to use his leadership skills and help current students have the eye-opening experience he had in Guatemala. Urgent Volunteer Needs CAP has immediate openings in the following programs: Summer Camp (May 29-July 27): Counselors, lifeguards, medical personnel and arts & crafts instructors needed to staff two recreational camps in eastern Kentucky. Camp activities include hiking, fishing, Bible Study, canoeing, camping and more. Minimum three week commitment. Scholarship available to volunteers who serve all nine weeks of summer camp. Housing: Work with a crew leader and other volunteers to repair substandard housing and/or build new homes for families in need. Must be able to work on roofs and work outside when necessary. No prior construction experience necessary. Elderly Services: Provide services such as home visitation, transportation, social activities, prescription assistance and various other services which decrease isolation and increase socialization of homebound senior citizens. Respite Services: Provide therapeutic, social and recreational activities for children and adults with disabilities. Respite Services provides both in-home and center-based care. Educational and Recreational Programming: Serve as a camp counselor during the summer at Camp Andrew Jackson. During the school year, work with camp staff to provide in-school and after-school educational and recreational programming for children and youth in several counties. Interested? Apply or request an information packet today! Know someone who might be interested in CAP? Let us know and we’ll add them to our email list!
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In some areas of Appalachia, up to 16.8% of homes are classified as substandard – having more people than rooms and no indoor plumbing. The mission of CAP's 
Each March, nearly 400 students from more than 35 colleges and universities spend their spring breaks repairing roofs, building porches and changing the lives of families throughout eastern Kentucky. This year, students participating in WorkFest 2007 joined CAP employees and volunteers at 19 different work sites. In addition to college and long-term volunteers, CAP is blessed to have several experienced carpenters and cooks come to WorkFest each year as short-term volunteers.
Don't miss out on your opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children in Appalachia and be a part of 
Kevin at a glance...
