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Holiday Video Greeting of 12 Days with NWBRV

Holiday Video Greeting of 12 Days with NWBRV

December 18, 2015 by Ainsley Morisseau-Cantoral

In what’s becoming an annual tradition, NWBRV would like to share a holiday video (bloopers included!) with joyful wishes to you and yours. We are thankful for all amazing opportunities we’ve had to impact the lives of Rhode Islanders this year and look forward to what 2016 brings our way! Holiday Video on YouTube View our… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Events, HomeOwnership Center, News, Partners, Real Estate Development, Resident Services, Youth Services Tagged With: 2015, greetings, Holiday, NWBRV, office, video

Dedicating the Lawrence Sene Memorial Garden

Dedicating the Lawrence Sene Memorial Garden

November 16, 2015 by Ainsley Morisseau-Cantoral

Community Builder-in-Residence (CBIR) Lawrence Sene was a modern day renaissance man – he was a carpenter, writer, muralist, community organizer, friend and father.  Serving as a CBIR from November 2013 to September 2014, he was dedicated to his hometown of Woonsocket and its youth.  Upon his passing in January of 2014, our Community Building and Engagement Department… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Events, News, Youth Services Tagged With: CBIR, five sense, lawrence sene, memorial garden, Sene

Homeowner’s Guide to Preparing Your Home for Winter

Homeowner’s Guide to Preparing Your Home for Winter

November 15, 2015 by Ainsley Morisseau-Cantoral

As a homeowner in New England, there are many tasks to accomplish in your home before winter weather begins.  Our HomeOwnership Center not only prepares individuals and families for what to expect through the home buying process but we’re also here to provide guidance after you move into your new home.  Here are a few tips to… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: HomeOwnership Center, News, Resident Services Tagged With: hoc, homeowner, HomeOwnership Center, NWBRV, prepare, preparing, winter

Customer Success: Lori Sowell

Customer Success: Lori Sowell

November 11, 2015 by Ainsley Morisseau-Cantoral

Lori Sowell and her family rented one of NWBRV’s properties in Woonsocket for many years and had taken a homebuyer education class to learn more about purchasing a home. She knew that her credit score was in need of repair and she wasn’t ready to purchase just yet. Over the next few years, Lori worked… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Financial Capabilities, HomeOwnership Center, News Tagged With: financial empowerment, financial literacy, homebuyer, homeoownership, Lori Sowell, savings, spending

NWBRV Presents 13 Halloween Safety Tips

NWBRV Presents 13 Halloween Safety Tips

October 28, 2015 by Ainsley Morisseau-Cantoral

Halloween is a special time of year. The parties, costumes, and trick-or-treating present a unique moment of bonding for neighbors.  Its a great time to get to know one another and keep each other safe.  Here are 13 Halloween safety tips from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Going trick-or-treating? S:  Swords, knives, and other costume… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Events, HomeOwnership Center, News Tagged With: cdc, halloween, home, neighborhood, safety, tips

NWBRV to Screen the Movie ELLIS at C3 Center

NWBRV to Screen the Movie ELLIS at C3 Center

October 26, 2015 by Ainsley Morisseau-Cantoral

NWBRV was selected as one of many viewing sites for the film ELLIS.  The organization and its youth programs join artists, activists, educators and passionate individuals across the country hosting screening installation events from November 9th to 16th. About ELLIS ELLIS awakens our collective memory, taking you back to the early years of Ellis Island through the experience of… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Advocacy, Events, News, Youth Services Tagged With: art, C3 Center, community conversation, ellis, JR, movie, placemaking, robert de niro, youth programs

Customer Success: Loretta Johnson

Customer Success: Loretta Johnson

October 14, 2015 by Ainsley Morisseau-Cantoral

Sometimes in life things don’t always go as planned. In the case of Loretta Johnson holding on to her faith was key in her journey to achieve her financial goals. Loretta was introduced to NeighborWorks through our partnership with the Central Falls Housing Authority Section 8 Program. It was during the More for your Money… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Economic Development, HomeOwnership Center, News Tagged With: BOOST!, BOOST! 100 Women, home buyer, homeless, HomeOwnership Center, landlord, loretta johnson

NWBRV Hiring for Senior Management Positions

NWBRV Hiring for Senior Management Positions

October 7, 2015 by Ainsley Morisseau-Cantoral

NWBRV is now hiring for two full-time management positions.  We offer competitive salary and benefit packages in a friendly, team-oriented environment. Director of Home Ownership & Asset Building Programs Nonprofit CDC seeks experienced, committed leader to serve in senior management position. Knowledge of and experience with the home-buying process, financial capability coaching and foreclosure mitigation. Experience… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Economic Development, HomeOwnership Center, Job Postings & Volunteer Opportunies, News Tagged With: directors, finance, hiring, home ownership, job opening, management

Protecting your home from rain

Protecting your home from rain

October 1, 2015 by Ainsley Morisseau-Cantoral

With Hurricane Joaquin looming off the coastline and rain eminent for the next few days, it is time to think about protecting your home.  Rain damage can be costly but is avoidable.  Here are a few small steps you can take now to protect your home from water damage during heavy rains. Inspect your roof…. Read more ⇒

Filed Under: HomeOwnership Center, News Tagged With: homeowner, Hurricane Joaquin, protecting your home, rain, rain damage

NWBRV Joins Health Equity Zone Woonsocket

NWBRV Joins Health Equity Zone Woonsocket

September 9, 2015 by Ainsley Morisseau-Cantoral

The RI Department of Health recently announced its Health Equity Zone awardees to include a Health Equity Zone Woonsocket.  Led by Thundermist Health Center, NWBRV is a proud partner in this exciting new initiative to improve health outcomes for all Woonsocket residents. More on Woonsocket’s HEZ From the Health Equity Zone Woonsocket Facebook page:  “Health… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: News Tagged With: health, health equity, hez, partners, Woonsocket

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