Southeastern Community Action Partnership

Today is World Diabetes Day ?? Diabetes is a challenge for millions of people, and it can be especially difficult for underserved families who already face disparities in housing, education, and economic opportunities. At Southeastern Community Action Partnership, we support families by raising awareness of these challenges and helping connect them to resources that can improve their quality of life. This year, we are especially grateful for important advancements, including caps on the cost of insulin, which make life-saving care more affordable and accessible. Let's strive for a future where everyone has access to the resources they need to live healthier lives. ?? #WorldDiabetesDay #CommunityAction #HealthEquity

Now through November 15, we’re celebrating early literacy with National Young Readers Week. Through our Head Start and Early Head Start programs, we focus on reading to help build skills and confidence, opening doors to a lifetime of learning. Here are some books that are favorites of young readers. Have you read one of these? If so, which is your favorite? The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle ???? Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin Jr. ???? Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr. ???? If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff ???? Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak ????

Today, Southeastern Community Action Partnership proudly celebrates Veterans Day. We honor and thank the brave veterans who have served our country—and especially those who continue to serve our communities as part of our agency. Thank you to our amazing veteran team members who bring dedication to our mission. We are forever grateful for your service. ???? #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #CommunityAction #HonoringService #SCAP

Today, Southeastern Community Action Partnership proudly celebrates Veterans Day. We honor and thank the brave veterans who have served our country—and especially those who continue to serve our communities as part of our agency. Thank you to our amazing veteran team members who bring dedication to our mission. We are forever grateful for your service. ???? #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #CommunityAction #HonoringService #SCAP

Although National Custodian Appreciation Day was celebrated in October, we believe it’s never too late to show our gratitude! At all of our Head Start Centers, we’re incredibly grateful for the hard work and dedication of our custodians who keep our spaces clean, safe, and welcoming every day. ?? Custodians are the behind-the-scenes heroes of our schools and workplaces. Our Piney Grove Head Start held an appreciation ceremony to honor their custodians. Please join us in taking a moment to thank our custodians! ?? #CustodianAppreciation #ThankYou #CommunityAction

??♀? Last week, our Piney Grove Head Start Center had some very special guests! ?? Local deputies, including Deputy Erica Evans and our very own Head Start alum, Deputy Willie McRae, stopped by with Eddie the Eagle to teach our students about gun safety. ?? The kids learned the important steps: "Stop! Don’t Touch. Run Away. Tell A Grown-Up." Through the Eddie Eagle Gunsafe Program, we’re helping them stay safe and aware. ?? It’s always inspiring to see our Head Start students grow up and make a difference in our community—thank you, Deputy McRae, for giving back! #HeadStart #GunSafety #CommunityStrong #PineyGrove

??? Today is Election Day! Your voice is your power—make it heard! Voting isn’t just about today; it’s about shaping decisions that impact our everyday lives. When we show up to vote, we help decide on policies that affect housing, healthcare, education, and so much more. Every vote counts, and your voice matters! Find your local polling location here: https://buff.ly/33OcoLT Polling places will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Election Day. Any voter in line at their assigned polling place at 7:30 p.m. can vote. Check your voter registration here: https://buff.ly/2K2o3K4 Let’s work together to create the change we wish to see. ?? #ElectionDay #VoteNC #YourVoiceYourPower #CommunityAction

Happy Halloween from Southeastern Community Action Partnership!

?? Muffins for Moms ?? Today, the Mt. Olive Head Start Center hosted a special Muffins for Moms event to raise awareness for breast cancer! We’re incredibly grateful for all the moms who stopped by to participate and share in this important cause. Let’s keep spreading the message: early detection saves lives! ?? #OctoberIsBreastCancerAwareness #MuffinsForMoms #EarlyDetection

?? Congratulations to Maxton Head Start Center! ?? We’re excited to share that our Maxton Head Start & Early Head Start Center has been named Business of the Month by the Maxton Chamber of Commerce! Shout out to our amazing staff, teachers, and teacher's assistants who go above and beyond to create a nurturing and empowering environment for our children. https://buff.ly/406WAB8 We are so proud of all you do! ??? #BusinessOfTheMonth #HeadStartHeroes #CommunityPride #EarlyChildhoodEducation