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Power-Up: (Providing Opportunities through Work, Education and Resources to Upend Poverty) is an eligibility-based program targeted to TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) recipients and low-income individuals through a local Department of Social Services.
The program focuses on helping with education, training, and employment readiness. Services can include:
The Office of Career and Transition Services (OCATS) connects education and training to success in the “real world.” Career Coaches are available to guide you into a successful career path by offering the following services:
Marjorie Lampkin, OCATS Coordinator, 804-333-6825
Theresa Sirles, Program Manager, 804-435-8973
WIOA Youth Services*
Kaitlyn Taylor, Career Services, Youth, 804-758-6745
Adult Education
Sherry Grantham, Adult Education Regional Specialist, 804-333-6829
WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker Services*
Jean White, Career Services Specialist, Adult & Dislocated Worker, 804-333-6818
Occupational skills training
Career Services:
Diane Luttrell, OCATS Program Specialist, 804-435-8970
Career Coaching and Power-Up Program*
Dr. Ebony Lynch, Career Coach
* for eligible individuals