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Newsbrief - October/November 2024

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Volume 17 Issue 1
Look Inside for Trick-or-Treating Safety Tips

Happy Fall Y'all!  Children in costume.

All FMHA Offices Will Be Closed On:

  • Monday, November 11 - Veterans Day

Veterans Day - Honoring All Who Served. A row of U S flags.

  • Thursday & Friday, November 28th & 29th - Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving. Wheat, Apples, indian corn, and a pumpkin.

Housing Management News

Darcel Burns - Director of Housing Management.
Director of Housing Management
Darcel Burns

Office Location: 803-J Stamper Road

Contact Information:

Money Orders

Only write FMHA in the "Pay to the Order of" line... See below.
Please keep all receipts (i.e., from the store and attached to the money order)

Money Order. Pay to the order of: FMHA. Purchasers Address: Your Address. Purchasers Signature: Sign.

All payments (mailed or dropped off) MUST be received by FMHA no later than the 5th working day of each month, in order to avoid a $10.00 late fee.

Late Payments

  • Per your lease, you are only allowed 3 late payments within a 12-month period or you could face eviction. For more information, please contact your housing manager.

Need Pest Control?

  • Seeing bugs? Getting bit? Please call the Management office to get on the schedule for pest control.
    **REMEMBER, it is a lease violation to self-treat your unit. You could face termination.**

Want security around your unit?

  • In order to have any cameras, camera door bells or any surveillance security in or around your unit, you MUST get pre-approval from FMHA. 

Want a pet?

All pets MUST be pre-approved before being in or on FMHA property. Please email Sabrina Belton at sbelton@fmhanc.org for more information. If you are found at any time to have a pet at your unit without approval, you are in violation of your lease and could face termination. 

FMHA Residents CANNOT have the following:

  • Pools
  • Trampolines
  • Basketball Goals 
  • Swing sets
  • Tents/Canopies

Visitors Must Be Approved

Having a guest spend the night? Note: ALL overnight guest MUST be PRE-APPROVED before allowed to stay. Anyone that is caught at your unit without preapproval is unauthorized and could be grounds for termination.

How do I Report a Rent Change?

Reporting a Rent Change: Self Certification forms are located on the doors of the management office above the drop box. You can also email Mrs. Burns at: dburns@fmhanc.org

Please contact the office at 910.483.6980 to add your email to your file for quicker communication

Things to Remember...

There is NO PARKING ON THE GRASS at any time. All cars on FMHA property must be operable at all times. (i.e., MUST HAVE current tags, all tires, no flat tires, etc.) If found to be inoperable, the car will be towed at your expense.

Working on vehicles while on FMHA property is not allowed.

Maintenance News

Shawn Ludlum - Director of Maintenance.
Director of Maintenance
Shawn Ludlum

Office Location: 1500 Ramsey Street

Contact Information:

Nuisance Charge

If you call in a work order and give permission to the work order clerks, to have the work performed in your unit but your screen door is locked once maintenance arrives, or you have a dog that's not permitted in your unit, a nuisance fee/fine will be charged to the tenant. The Nuisance charge is $27. Please remember that you can also be charged for not letting the maintenance technician in your unit during inspections, when work must be performed.

Easy Energy Savings Tips

Renters usually can't make drastic changes to the living space, and thus are limited in what can be done to make the home or apartment more energy efficient. Check out the tips below:

  • Turn off the lights when not in use and change out the light bulbs to LEDs
  • Keep the thermostat at the highest comfortable level in the summer, and the lowest comfortable level in the winter.
  • Reduce hot water usage. Shorter showers are good. So is running your washer machine with cold water.
  • Use window curtains to help keep out the temperatures from the outside.

Air Conditioners

If you have your own personal A/C that is installed in the windows or access hole area, it is your responsibility to clean or replace the filter, as well as clean the exterior drain hole located outside. This allows the draining to properly take place outside. This process should be performed at least once a month or once every two months. FMHA is not responsible for maintaining any personal A/Cs If you have any questions, please call the maintenance office at 910.483.9670.

Self-Sufficiency News

Aprile Langford - ROSS Coordinator.
Ross Coordinator
Aprile Langford

Office Location: 1000 Ramsey Street

Contact Information:

Congratulations

Rheannon Maurer - FSS Program Graduate.

Rheannon Maurer is a recent 2024 Graduate of the Family Self-Sufficiency Program. While she was enrolled in the five-year program, she was able to develop essential life skills. She completed Financial Literacy classes to help her better manage her income. During her time in the program, she gained employment with Kohl's Department Store.

In her pursuit of homeownership, she attended the First-time Homebuyers Class. Rheannon said that graduating from this program has given her a greater sense of personal responsibility.

Congratulations Rheannon!!!

It's Never Too Late to Change Your Life
Resident Opportunity and Self-Sufficiency Program

  • Services Offered: Case Management, Referrals for Training and Supportive Services, Free Tax Preparation.
  • Services Offered Through Community Partners: Bus Passes, Career Counseling, Resume Writing & Job Search Assistance, Credit Counseling, Food Nutrition & Medical Equipment Loans.
  • Educational Opportunities: FMHA Job Skills Training/Pre-Apprenticeship, Grow Initiative, General Education Development (GED), Certified Nursing Assistant, Early Childhood Education Certification, Pharmacy Technician, Registered Medical Assistant, Cardiovascular Monitor Technician, Phlebotomy, Paralegal, Veterinarian Technician, AA Degree, BA Degree and more.

The ROSS Self-Sufficiency Program can provide the support necessary to reach your goals and become self-sufficient. ROSS also assists the elderly with maintaining their independence. Interested participants that are ready and willing to work toward achievement of educational, health/mental, and financial empowerment goals. Please contact Aprile Langford, ROSS Coordinator at 910.751.0480 or Keanna McGee, Case Manager at 910.751.3930.

Are You Ready to Invest in Your Future?

All upcoming high school seniors interested in attending school, a training program, or securing employment after graduation.

Please contact:

Good Housekeeping Classes

The class is held the 2nd Tuesday of each month

Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

For more information contact:

Good Housekeeping Promotes Safety

FMHA SPOTLIGHT
You're Doing a Good Job

Iris Smith

Iris Smith - Graduate of Leadership Development Program.
Join us in congratulating Ms. Iris Smith for successfully completing United Way of Cumberland County's 18th Annual Leadership Development Program and receiving a certificate of completion on June 27, 2024. The Leadership Development Program is a training that is designed to help citizens develop the skills and understand the responsibilities needed to become an effective volunteer as a non-profit board member as they identify and enhance leadership skills. This leadership training affords Ms. Smith the opportunity to be placed on boards and committees in Cumberland County. 

Ms. Smith completing the following training topics:

  • Leadership and Team Building
  • Legal and Financial Responsibilities
  • Roles and Responsibilities of Board Membership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Community Building 
  • Program Evaluation
  • Nonprofit Marketing
  • Nonprofit Communications
  • Nonprofit Fundraising
  • Grant Development and Research
  • Board Diversity and Conflict Resolution and much more

Kristina Nguyen

Kristina Nguyen in graduation cap and gown. Kristina Nguyen in graduation cap and gown holding diploma.
Kristina Nguyen is a proud Cross Creek Early College High School graduate, where she excelled academically and developed a passion for technology and business. She plans to attend Fayetteville State University, pursuing a double major in Business Administration and Computer Science, with minors in Accounting and Cybersecurity. As a dedicated member of the Air Force ROTC, Kristina aims to serve in the Air Force, specializing in cybersecurity. She also plans to earn a master's degree in computer science to further her expertise. After her military career, she dreams of opening a family run coffee shop, combining her love for business and community spirit.

Lucretia McLaughlin

Lucretia McLaughlin - High School Graduate in a cap and gown. Lucretia McLaughlin - High School Graduate headshot. Lucretia McLaughlin - High School Graduate in a cap and gown holding a sign.
Congratulations to Lucretia McLaughlin! Lucretia graduated from E.E. Smith High School on June 3 and matriculated to North Carolina Central University where she is pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.

Trick-or-Treat Safety Tips

  1. Plan Costumes with Care: Make sure costumes are bright and easy to see in the dark. Avoid costumes that are too long or have loose, flowing fabric that could cause a tripping hazard.
  2. Reflect On Safety: Add reflective tape to costumes and bags to make them more visible in the dark.
  3. Light the night: A flashlight can help you see and be seen while trick-or-treating. Glow sticks can also help make trick-or-treaters more visible to drivers and other pedestrians.
  4. Stay On the Bright Side: Stick to well-lit streets in familiar neighborhoods.
  5. Walk Responsibly: Stick to sidewalks whenever possible and use crosswalks. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic to be more visible.
  6. Keep An Eye On The Road: Be aware of cars, and make sure to look both ways before crossing the street. (Likewise, drivers should be extra careful and watch for trick-or-treaters.)
  7. Ring Where Welcome: For safety and courtesy, only approach homes that have their porch or other exterior lights on to welcome children. Do not ring the doorbell at dark doorways, where residents may not wish to be disturbed.
  8. Unwrap Wisely: Make sure to inspect all candy before allowing children to eat it. Discard any candy that is not in its original wrapper or looks suspicious.
  9. Mind Your Masks: Be careful when selecting masks, especially for children, as some may obstruct vision. Consider using makeup instead.

Supervise The Spookiness: Make sure children under 12 have adult supervision at all times while trick-or-treating. Older youths who are venturing out should be aware of these tips, stay in familiar areas, and trick-or-treat in groups. By following these simple safety precautions, you can help ensure that everyone has a happy and safe Halloween!

Thanksgiving
Thankful For Many Things

I am thankful for my family,
My friends I feel the same.
Life is filled with many thanks,
Life is the perfect game.

Life is filled with treasures,
If you're a lucky one.
Be grateful and be humble,
And share them with someone.

But one thing we must remember,
We are not the one to thank.
There is a higher power here,
That we must give first rank.

I am thankful for my life,
And all that it holds.
I'm excited to see what's next for me, Let's see how it unfolds.

- Julie Hebert 

Serving Cumberland County for Over Eighty Years
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