Latino Services

Contact
(704) 896-0471 x 105

Volunteers Coordinator for the Program
Will Denison

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Our Mission

The mission of the Latino Support Services department is to act as a bridge between the Latino community in our area and the multiple programs available through The Ada Jenkins Center, our partner agencies and other organizations. We strive to lessen the cultural and linguistic barriers that separate Latino families from the services they need by providing them with interpreters, translators, and program information, awareness and education.

Our services are free of charge or at a low cost.

Schedule: Monday - Friday » 9 am – 5 pm

* Most of our services require an appointment in order to have an interpreter available. Please call before coming by.

To participate in our programs, the first step is to attend our one-time New Client Orientation. The orientation is held every Monday from 9:50am-12pm in the conference. Childcare is free.

During this time, the client will learn how to navigate the multiple programs of The Ada Jenkins Center and their specific requirements.

**The client will need to bring a photo ID and a bill to their current address.

Our programs range from personal enrichment (health, fitness and family programs) to referrals for emergency assistance.

Please note that our emergency assistance programs may be limited to residents of Davidson, Cornelius and Huntersville. However, if you’re seeking educational programs, fitness or family programs through the office of Latino Support Services, we likely have space available for you.

Educational and Personal Improvement Programs

The Latino Services department and its partner agencies offer a variety of personal enrichment opportunities:

Orientation for Latino Clients: a one-time orientation session to familiarize new clients with the programs of The Ada Jenkins Center.
Computer classes (beginner and intermediate)
L.E.A.D. (Latina Empowerment, Achievement and Development): A program led by Davidson College students that helps Latina women prepare for job interviews and provides them with business clothing.
L.E.H.A. (Literacy Empowerment for Hispanic Adults): A Spanish literacy program for Latino adults.
E.S.L. (English as a Second Language) classes through the YMCA of Lake Norman. For more information, contact Daysi Cox at (704) 716-4406
Zumba: A family-oriented, low-cost Zumba dance class.
Learning Sessions for the Latino immigrant
Referrals to Emergency Aid Programs

Loaves and Fishes: Food pantry
Lydia's Loft: Clothing assistance
The Bin: Assistance with furniture
Holiday assistance for Christmas and Thanksgiving
Crisis Assistance Ministry
DSS (Department of Social Services) Social Worker: Assistance with food stamp and Medicaid applications.
United Family Services: Mental health services and counseling.

Health Services

Volunteering

The Latino Support department relies heavily on the dedicated efforts of skillful, bilingual (Spanish/English) volunteers. Through our partnership with Davidson College, over 1,200 hours are donated per year to the program.

Ongoing volunteer opportunities

Donations

Because we do not charge for most of our services, we appreciate donations in any amount.