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ODAAT’s Thanksgiving Day Community Dinner is Back!
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Join us Thursday, November 24th from 9AM-12PM as we gather at the ODAAT AFCOM Center on 2432 W. Lehigh Avenue to celebrate the holidays. There will be dinner along with a special performance by Soldiers for Recovery.
For over 35 years, we have held a Thanksgiving Day program and dinner for individuals impacted by homelessness, drugs and HIV/Aids. During the program, ODAAT serves Thanksgiving Dinner to over 1,000 men and women in the community, many have no family to share this holiday. ODAAT also distributes dinners to families in need.
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Do you want to know how ODAAT gives back?
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At ODAAT we change lives & save lives, but that wouldn’t be possible without you, so on behalf of our President Mel Wells & the enitre ODAAT team we would like to thank you for your continued support!
We are excited to share our FY22 Annual Report, which details the impact we have made in our community and the resources we provide. You will see what services and programs we offer, annual community events and the leadership behind the scenes.
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A small donation can make a big difference. Your contributions directly support our work bringing hope to those beaten down by the pressures of the world, providing shelter and safe havens for those with nowhere to go, and bringing families together in the face of adversity.
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Holiday Gifts for Families Afflicted by Violence
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This year ODAAT is partnering with community organizations and sponsors to give families who lost a child due to gun violence in 2021 and 2022, a memorial gift for the holiday season; a 3D Photo Crystal. The 3D crystal will have a picture of the family's loved one and an engraving of his/her name with the birth date and the day they were lost.
We are only accepting 50 applications this year. Preference will be given to families who have lost children under the age of 17 in the years 2021 and 2022. The deadline for submitting this form is November 25th. After completing this form, we will contact you with more details by December 10th.
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SEPTA OUTREACH WORKERS NEEDED
ODAAT is looking for full-time and part-time SEPTA Outreach Workers who will be responsible for homeless persons, persons with mental health challenges, and persons who use drugs in the community. Workers will assess their needs and offer appropriate services. The candidate will engage in peer related activities to encourage and motivate change for consumers.
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Our referral-based HIV/AIDS Food Bank is open on Tuesdays from 10:00am to 3:00pm.
• This request can be accomplished by first making the request with your case manager.
• The referral/request must be sent from your case manager via fax.
• The distribution will include a minimum of one week's worth of food.
All clients must have a current ID and Ryan White Card to be serviced. Food Bank hours can change due to numerous reasons out of our control.
Contact us at 215-226-7860 and request to speak to a Food Bank staff member.
We have the right to refuse service.
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FREE HIV/AIDS TESTING SERVICES
Continuing to serve through the Pandemic, our TALC Team (Testing and Linkage Care) is looking to increase the number of people they test.
We provide free testing services Monday - Thursday from 10am to 3pm. Walk ins are welcomed.
Anyone who gets tested receives a $10 gift card and an additional $5 if you sign up for PrEP (Pre-exposure Prophylaxis)
To schedule an appointment please call 215-226-7860.
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MOMobile Rapid Engagement Program (MRE):
MRE is an outreach and linkage program for pregnant and postpartum women/families with substance dependence. MRE partners with treatment programs, hospitals, OB clinics, first responders, and other social service providers who routinely interface with this population, but anyone can refer clients or self-refer by calling the hotline number (Philadelphia 267-857-8600 - Bucks and Delaware Counties 484-820-5600). An Advocate will respond and engage with the client and/or referral person immediately by phone, virtually or in-person.
The goals of MRE are to assess needs and connect clients to:
Urgent resources (e.g. food, shelter, clothing)
Recovery/harm reduction resources
Medical care (e.g. OB, pediatric, PCP)
Long-term home visiting services for ongoing emotional support and parenting education and resources
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If you are ODAAT staff or Alumni and would like to share a story in our weekly newsletter and social media, please submit your stories below.
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SWAG STORE
We have all the essentials you need. Hoodies, shirts, hats, bags, and more!
Shop our swag products at our online store.
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Help Us Serve Even More
Homeless, Youth, Elderly, Families & Individuals
A small donation can make a big difference. Your contributions directly support our work bringing hope to those beaten down by the pressures of the world, providing shelter and safe havens for those with nowhere to go, and bringing families together in the face of adversity.
Thank you in advance!
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