Education Resource Center

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All programs, classes, and services offered at the Christian Neighbors Education Resource Center (ERC) are free of charge and open to the entire community, regardless of income or resources. Our vision for the ERC is to connect community members through shared learning and life experiences.

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Our classes and programs focus on skill-building and personal development to help our neighbors reach stabilization in their lives.

While our offerings vary throughout the year, we typically offer classes in the following areas:

  • computer skills
  • financial literacy
  • job readiness
  • senior life skills
  • cooking and meal-prep
  • registering for support resources

You can view our current class offerings by checking out our calendar.

If you have questions, would like to volunteer, or have ideas for offerings contact Kim Shafer at (269)685-4166 extension 102 or email her at kshafer@christianneighbors.org

Resource Workshop

Every Monday from 10am-12pm, the computer lab at CN is available to you for your personal use. This independent time is great for working on any number of things that you'd like to accomplish. We have fast internet, new computers, printers, and friendly folks on hand to provide assistance if needed.

  • Perhaps you'd like some help making sure you're signed up for any benefits available to you? We can assist with that!
  • Maybe you'd like a calm place to get some schoolwork done? We have room here for you!
  • Or you'd like to polish the resume? Or search and apply for a new job? Stop by and we'll help you prepare for success!

Sometimes we even have themed Resource Workshop days. Including: how to earn your GED/Diploma, Medicare/Medicaid reenrollment, Home Heating Credit assistance, and more.

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