For families in need, the holidays can be anything but merry and bright. The challenges and stress that we typically face during this time are magnified for low-income families and
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Jennifer Rossi
Special to The Citizen
Fifty-six years ago, the founders of Community Action Programs Cayuga/Seneca set out to illuminate the realities of income inequality and redefine the outdated, hurtful images personified on television that were too often counterproductive in creating meaningful policy solutions to challenge poverty. Community Action was a revolutionary approach for neighborhoods across the United States to implement specialized programming based on local need, not a one-size-fits-all approach ground in perceptions and myths.
Just as important now as it was back then, there is still an urgent need to reframe the conversation on poverty, to really understand the struggles of others and for us to share our own struggles openly to effectively offer solutions toward positive change. CAPâs services are thoughtfully developed and coordinated, enhanced and offered to address the root causes of poverty and to ultimately move individuals and families,
Jennifer Rossi
Special to The Citizen
On any given Tuesday you can find Linda Beardsley effortlessly juggling a variety of tasks in the CAP Closet, Community Action Programs Cayuga/Senecaâs volunteer-driven free clothing program. She exudes warmth and is often a bright light for vulnerable families seeking services. With nothing but kind words for everyone she encounters, Linda often creates meaningful connections with clients that are lifechanging. She goes above and beyond to help them find needed items, but also connects them to other programs and services that are catalysts for economic mobility.
Witnessing the impact and power of humanity coming together to create hope and opportunity is something we are fortunate to be a part of every day. Our volunteers are the heartbeat of CAP. Their contributions to our agency are nothing short of extraordinary. Volunteers apply their time, talents and voices in a shared commitment to achieving our mission: to cultivate a