Benefits of Neighborhood Networks for Adults

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At local Neighborhood Networks centers, adult residents gain convenient access to programs and services that help them improve job skills, expand their education, and become economically self-sufficient. Adult-focused programs include:

	Workforce development programs that connect residents with opportunities for professional growth and advancement, including job-preparation and job-readiness programs and job-placement and job-retention services.
	Computer training and public access that enable residents to compete in today's technology-driven job market.
	Adult education that allows residents to further their education or enhance their basic skills. Adult education often includes: GED classes; English as a Second Language (ESL) courses; and adult basic education classes.
	Financial literacy and homeownership programs that help residents strengthen their financial situation, build their financial resources, and move toward owning their own home.
	Microenterprises that offer residents the support and resources of a center so that they may establish a variety of businesses, such as preparing and distributing specialty food items, printing services, and producing a variety of publications.
	Health and wellness activities that include no- or low-cost health screenings, exercise programs, and nutrition programs.
	Social services support that offer residents guidance and information on available social services.