tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50041945771203496832024-02-19T03:17:29.994-05:00Origin SCYour path to home starts here.Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.comBlogger216125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-80697468061918340152022-07-05T13:00:00.001-04:002022-07-05T13:00:44.163-04:00<p><span style="color: #666666;"><br /></span></p><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="background-color: white; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div dir="auto"><div style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 1rem; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">We are honored to have been featured recently on Live 5 News. <span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Thank you for taking the time to spotlight our organization and programs that serve so many of our communities. </span></span></div><p class="text | article-text" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 1rem; margin-top: 0px; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">The news video and article highlight the partnership between Origin and the Town of Summerville and how the two have been working together to provide those living in the Town of Summerville with financial assistance.</span></p><p class="text | article-text" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 1rem; margin-top: 0px; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><i> </i></span><i style="font-family: Tahoma;">"The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on many and now a local nonprofit and the Town of Summerville are partnering together to help their residents who may be at risk of losing their home.</i></p><p class="text | article-text" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 1rem; margin-top: 0px; white-space: normal;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk-12GQe_ZrFhlxoIR5FCmqrqkU6HfovpH3VOBv3VYvPR7u-Lvl5pOKfYpdOV8S0rNOcDQAKmld5iSTOIeknPCo32XiBDkfg2Dlo7ntcjz7ypyrJGlJcotFF7MSqmMnjkSaGbPY-7F-V0Z2y8cqD3viG844J0PIrVz4f8lGAEXKi6chdbJoAxKhcDO/s2000/Untitled%20design%20(2).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1428" data-original-width="2000" height="301" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk-12GQe_ZrFhlxoIR5FCmqrqkU6HfovpH3VOBv3VYvPR7u-Lvl5pOKfYpdOV8S0rNOcDQAKmld5iSTOIeknPCo32XiBDkfg2Dlo7ntcjz7ypyrJGlJcotFF7MSqmMnjkSaGbPY-7F-V0Z2y8cqD3viG844J0PIrVz4f8lGAEXKi6chdbJoAxKhcDO/w422-h301/Untitled%20design%20(2).jpg" width="422" /></a></p><p class="text | article-text" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 1rem; margin-top: 0px; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><i>The town of Summerville received funds through the CARES Act and contacted the nonprofit Origin SC to best distribute the funds.</i></span></p><p class="text | article-text" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 1rem; margin-top: 0px; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><i>Anyone living in the town who needs help paying their mortgage, rent, or utilities due to COVID-19′s impact can get assistance.</i></span></p><p class="text | article-text" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 1rem; margin-top: 0px; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><i>Since last year, the town and Origin SC have helped 66 people by distributing more than $300,000."</i> </span></p><p class="text | article-text" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 1rem; margin-top: 0px; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> </span><a href="https://www.live5news.com/2022/06/30/town-summerville-nonprofit-team-up-combat-housing-instability/" style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><span style="color: #3da1cc; font-family: Tahoma;">Watch the video or read the article here.</span></b></a></p></div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="background-color: white; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div style="text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">If you or someone you know need help paying your mortgage, rent, or utilities due to COVID-19′s impact and live in the town of Summerville, please let us help. We want to reassure you that we have HUD certified and licensed credit counselors here to help you find solutions to your current situation. To be eligible you must live in the town of Summerville.<br /></span><div><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">To learn more about your available options, eligibility requirements, and the next steps to take please click <b><span style="color: #3da1cc;">h</span></b><b><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl gpro0wi8 py34i1dx" href="https://originsc.org/eviction-prevention/?fbclid=IwAR31GBsXkOIr8lLFdFIuEu7woCie7EXQNk7FgW7V1W_muwJo71AAvXmCpkA" rel="nofollow noopener" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3da1cc;">ere</span></a> </b>and follow the steps on the webpage to get started. More information on our eviction prevention programs and foreclosure prevention programs can also be found at the link above.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #3da1cc; font-family: Tahoma;"><a href="http://www.originsc.org">www.originsc.org</a></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Written by Lindsey Jenkins </span></div><div><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Marketing & Outreach Manager at Origin SC</span></div></div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="background-color: white; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div></div>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-24966715657170258912022-04-22T11:54:00.010-04:002022-04-22T11:56:36.031-04:00<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisDxrUTuSFga7IHuD6kfIMO3qMDmgC_rB7pH66s6MDfN2pM4qvtmhdLt5jxDg8BBWb-l-ioTFTWfgk4EZ9SRmSgQ15YdrKX1a5za1-2aMO_xjcm9sRzMlgRMZXy-KJc6YaOjWdgHQPet2BCxAweMS6_I-PxGwVpMClL0iR-zvFEPjYezSBlKUW2yCC/s2000/Earth%20Day%202022%20Tips%20for%20a%20%E2%80%9CGoing%20Green%E2%80%9D%20approach%20with%20your%20finances%20&%20for%20new%20homeowners%20(1).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1428" data-original-width="2000" height="285" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisDxrUTuSFga7IHuD6kfIMO3qMDmgC_rB7pH66s6MDfN2pM4qvtmhdLt5jxDg8BBWb-l-ioTFTWfgk4EZ9SRmSgQ15YdrKX1a5za1-2aMO_xjcm9sRzMlgRMZXy-KJc6YaOjWdgHQPet2BCxAweMS6_I-PxGwVpMClL0iR-zvFEPjYezSBlKUW2yCC/w400-h285/Earth%20Day%202022%20Tips%20for%20a%20%E2%80%9CGoing%20Green%E2%80%9D%20approach%20with%20your%20finances%20&%20for%20new%20homeowners%20(1).png" width="400" /></a></div><br /> <span face="Tahoma, sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838;">To help celebrate
Earth Day this year consider taking actions and steps that are good for Mother
Earth and also good for your wallet.</span><p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-fareast-font-family: Tahoma; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">1.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;"><b>Enroll in electronic banking</b> – This saves you trips to the bank which
also helps reduce the greenhouse admissions that are put out daily by
automobiles. Plus online banking is so much more convenient. You will not be
sorry about making this easy change.</span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-fareast-font-family: Tahoma; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">2.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; line-height: normal;"><b>
</b></span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;"><b>Enroll in paperless statements</b> – We all know paper is made from trees. So
when you have paper statements being mailed to you monthly, this is causing
trees to be cut down. Trees help fight climate change by removing carbon
dioxide from the air and releasing oxygen into the atmosphere. Paperless
statements are available for three years, so there’s no need to print and file
them.</span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-fareast-font-family: Tahoma; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">3.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;"><b>Shop your local farmers market</b> - Food at the farmers market is usually
grown locally, meaning it doesn’t have to travel as far to get to you.
Charleston and the surrounding areas have a ton local farms that supply produce
to our local communities! Depending on the area you live in there is usually
one farmers market per week and sometimes two. Shopping as much as you can from
your local farmers market reduces the environmental impact of the food, which
usually costs the same or less than you would pay at the grocery store. A list
of farmers market in Charleston and the surrounding areas can be found at the
link below. </span><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif"><a href="https://charleston.momcollective.com/in-around-charleston/guide-to-farmers-markets-around-charleston/"><span style="color: #3da1cc;"><b>https://charleston.momcollective.com/in-around-charleston/guide-to-farmers-markets-around-charleston/</b></span></a></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-fareast-font-family: Tahoma; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">4.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;"><b>Avoid disposables</b> – This is a more obvious one but you will definitely
notice the amount of money you can save by drinking from a reusable water
bottle and bringing your food in a reusable Tupperware rather than Ziploc bags.</span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-fareast-font-family: Tahoma; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">5.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;"><b>Be more vigilant about how you run your home</b> - Setting your thermostat a
few degrees warmer in the summer or cooler in the winter can reduce energy use
significantly. Also, wash your clothes in cold water and only run the
dishwasher when completely full.</span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-fareast-font-family: Tahoma; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">6.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; line-height: normal;"><b>
</b></span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;"><b>Make energy-efficient updates to your home</b> - Installing a new furnace,
replacing doors and windows or adding insulation may reduce the amount of
energy your home uses and cut your energy costs. Using your home equity is
a cost-efficient, affordable way to pay for these projects. </span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="color: #3b3838; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: Symbol;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; text-indent: -0.25in;">Origin offers financial education and coaching to help you become more
green when it comes to your budget and finances and we can help you improve
your credit. We offer the following services within our Financial Education
& Coaching division.</span></p>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3da1cc; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><a href="https://originsc.org/coaching/"><span style="color: #3da1cc;">Financial
Coaching</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3da1cc; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><a href="https://originsc.org/credit-improvement/"><span style="color: #3da1cc;">Credit
Improvement</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3da1cc; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><a href="https://originsc.org/financial-ed/debt-management/"><span style="color: #3da1cc;">Debt Management</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3da1cc; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><a href="https://originsc.org/bankruptcy/"><span style="color: #3da1cc;">Bankruptcy
Counseling</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3da1cc; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><a href="https://originsc.org/classes/"><span style="color: #3da1cc;">Financial Education Workshops</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3da1cc; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><a href="https://originsc.org/financial-education-coaching/student-debt-solutions/"><span style="color: #3da1cc;">Student Loan Counseling</span></a></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif"><span style="color: #3b3838;">To learn more about these services or the Financial Education &
Coaching program at Origin, please click </span><span style="color: #3da1cc;"><b><a href=" https://originsc.org/financial-education-coaching/"><span style="color: #3da1cc;">here</span></a>.</b></span></span> </p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;">By Lindsey Jenkins - Marketing & Outreach Manager At Origin SC</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><br /></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;">Jh</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;">O</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;">fh</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="color: #3b3838; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #3B3838; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=25000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background2; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;"><br /></span></p>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-60007153769729290312022-04-04T15:31:00.006-04:002022-04-04T15:31:38.164-04:00From Victim to Survivor to Thriver - One Client's Journey to a Brighter Future<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhejALIrzpvubWOS0rMCyHFhKbE82PgTOK9RIDw2yZDK1SiCYGhSNOXyUDHnsRLyX5hoDh4nTAx2mSPant5LPxMd2pjZKADEEEaQdkLw3Y7kIlCD_BsjEKDZJGNNnK0zvTDPTG-FDHkEzFAaMP5uIDowTMD1vsKDP_jFj4JlSyg5QeFhmnEmMBk5ukv/s6912/Your%20path%20to%20a%20Better%20Future.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="6912" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhejALIrzpvubWOS0rMCyHFhKbE82PgTOK9RIDw2yZDK1SiCYGhSNOXyUDHnsRLyX5hoDh4nTAx2mSPant5LPxMd2pjZKADEEEaQdkLw3Y7kIlCD_BsjEKDZJGNNnK0zvTDPTG-FDHkEzFAaMP5uIDowTMD1vsKDP_jFj4JlSyg5QeFhmnEmMBk5ukv/w400-h200/Your%20path%20to%20a%20Better%20Future.png" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma; text-align: left;">Years and years of
violence in the home has a lasting effect on the mind and body, not to mention
other family members within the home. Origin recently served a client that left
her violent home roughly four months ago. Her home was built from an abusive marriage
that spanned more than twenty-five years. For multiple decades, she battled
sociocultural expectations, which limited her ability to walk the path to a
brighter future.</span><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma; mso-spacerun: yes; text-align: left;"> </span><span style="font-family: Tahoma; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;">Origin stepped in and
helped. When our counselors in the </span><a href="https://originsc.org/family-violence-intervention/"><span style="color: #3da1cc;"><b>Family Violence Intervention Program</b></span></a><span style="color: #666666;"><b> </b>first met with her, she presented debilitating
symptoms of trauma, depression, anxiety, and panic. Again, we ask ourselves how
any individual can have a good quality of life while dealing with these
debilitating factors and their basic needs (safety) being non-existent? Over
time, our counselors worked with her to develop new coping skills using
visualization exercises and grounding techniques to control her panic symptoms.
Through psychoeducation skills, she learned about the cycle of violence, power
and control, and the many ways that the impact of abuse manifests in our lives.
That impact can be physical, emotional, psychological, social, or
economic.</span></span><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma; mso-spacerun: yes; text-align: left;"> </span><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma; text-align: left;">Our team remembers asking her
at her first counseling appointment, "What words would you use to describe
yourself"? Her response was silence. For the past twenty-five years, her
violence within her home had completely disassociated her own sense of self and
identity. While walking alongside our team just this past November, she was
able to step outside of her abusive home and never look back. She secured her
own apartment, gained new employment, and gained enough insight and confidence
in a brighter future that she realized she had aspirations to be a social
worker. We are so proud to report she was recently accepted into Trident Technical
College's Human Services Program and will have her first day in the classroom
this May! </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;"><br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666;">To learn more about Origin's Family Violence Intervention Program, </span><a href="https://originsc.org/family-violence-intervention/"><span style="color: #3da1cc;"><b>click here</b></span></a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma; text-align: left;">If you would like to make a donation to this program</span><span style="font-family: Tahoma; text-align: left;"> </span><a href="https://originsc.networkforgood.com/projects/112712-family-violence-intervention-program-everyday-giving" style="font-family: Tahoma; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #3da1cc;"><b>click here.</b></span></a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in; text-align: justify;"></p><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><br /></span></div><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid0z93_jN6PhAI5a9zwV-h_qF3CA6LLKEmutY1hFBCuF9L6MC8Sh2KL4JYZ-mRS29s2GPAKZG8o0JAMClShDR0rEYK3GyaNSzFLm8IyeCBvUgQTyVhxs8Eyoov1gs--vBVExu8nX7dXw-5_TU9w4uCm3dKvVR99MYGdfXfjzhfWB00ibnfg0GyZxEr/s940/FVIP%20Client%20review.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="940" height="268" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid0z93_jN6PhAI5a9zwV-h_qF3CA6LLKEmutY1hFBCuF9L6MC8Sh2KL4JYZ-mRS29s2GPAKZG8o0JAMClShDR0rEYK3GyaNSzFLm8IyeCBvUgQTyVhxs8Eyoov1gs--vBVExu8nX7dXw-5_TU9w4uCm3dKvVR99MYGdfXfjzhfWB00ibnfg0GyZxEr/w320-h268/FVIP%20Client%20review.png" width="320" /></a></div></span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in; text-align: justify;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"></p>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-37311145906052276272022-01-20T12:14:00.001-05:002022-01-20T12:14:55.438-05:00Meet the Staff<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuFHEhuNHdi3r1bgcsib8k4ws6CHktK9JlbrmXtYAR0ptOXeHn5dV74weadEoX_K55Evq58mUnJjuyCo95psbEBg4TqY3WyOYUZHYg3RsMN4sBxUWo1A_cQiEm7rVw8bBovys6uM0_zkY/" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="910" data-original-width="541" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuFHEhuNHdi3r1bgcsib8k4ws6CHktK9JlbrmXtYAR0ptOXeHn5dV74weadEoX_K55Evq58mUnJjuyCo95psbEBg4TqY3WyOYUZHYg3RsMN4sBxUWo1A_cQiEm7rVw8bBovys6uM0_zkY/w239-h400/image.png" width="239" /></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><b>Name: </b>Lasonya Brown <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><b><br /></b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><b>Title: </b>Intake Coordinator<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><b><br /></b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><b>Hometown: </b>Hollywood<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><b><br /></b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><b>Years Working for Origin: </b>4 months<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><b><br /></b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><b>Favorite Hobby: </b>Listening to audio
books</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><b style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="color: #666666;"><br /></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><br /></p><h4 style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><b style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="color: #666666; font-size: medium;">What drew you to Origin SC originally? And
how has the organization changed since?</span></b></h4><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;">I was
once a client of Origin. I took a financial literacy class to help in the home
buying process. I loved how the instructor broke everything down so someone
like me who had “no clue” about credit scores could understand. After becoming
a member of the team, I realized that Origin is so much more than buying a
home. We are an organization that helps people in all aspects of their life.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><b style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="color: #666666; font-size: medium;">What has surprised you the most about
working at Origin SC?</span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="color: #666666;">The amount of mail that gets processed here. It’s like we are a mini Post Office.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><b style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="color: #666666; font-size: medium;">What is an experience that has really shaped
who you are?</span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="color: #666666;">Helping
clients with low income and mental needs has given me so much more patience
with people. It made me realize that little things I complain about isn’t even
worth the complaint. There are so many people that needs organizations like
ours to help.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">How has Origin SC helped you in
your career development?</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;">I have more knowledge of how Social Security works for our
clients. I never knew it was different types of Social Security benefits.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">What is one thing that you are
most proud of?</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;">I am proud of how far I have come in 4 months. I am going to be
taking on a new position to help our clients even more.</span><span style="color: #201f1e;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p>
</p><p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong style="font-size: 14px; text-align: center;"><br /></strong></p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong style="font-size: 14px; text-align: center;"></strong></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong style="font-size: 14px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAS9jQnm-TbYiZPG4ulC73XAi30ECgCvCEUfu00cnsJUSAdRgWjiJkEbuhiPAGMS9QSWaNnDXDjamtpli1RLihFCxDZ-K5Yjd0WIhnp_FBXb6rqtAsBcrgfe8SdY-o_920PSpzv-A-Fjc/" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1504" data-original-width="1440" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAS9jQnm-TbYiZPG4ulC73XAi30ECgCvCEUfu00cnsJUSAdRgWjiJkEbuhiPAGMS9QSWaNnDXDjamtpli1RLihFCxDZ-K5Yjd0WIhnp_FBXb6rqtAsBcrgfe8SdY-o_920PSpzv-A-Fjc/w384-h400/image.png" width="384" /></a></strong></div><p style="text-align: left;"><strong style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma; text-align: center;">Name: </strong><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma; text-align: center;">Chris Jones</span></p><p></p>
<p style="line-height: 16px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><strong><br /></strong></span></span></p><p style="line-height: 16px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><strong>Title: </strong></span>Fiduciary Accounting Coordinator but have accepted a position as the <span style="line-height: 16px;">Systems Administrator for the organization that will begin in a few weeks.</span></span></p>
<p style="line-height: 14px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><strong><br /></strong></span></p><p style="line-height: 14px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><strong>Hometown: </strong>James Island, SC</span></p>
<p style="line-height: 16px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><strong><br /></strong></span></p><p style="line-height: 16px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><strong>Years Working for Origin: </strong>4 months</span></p>
<p style="line-height: 16px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"> </span></p><p style="line-height: 16px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma; line-height: 16px;"><strong>Favorite Hobby: </strong></span><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;">Roller skating!</span></p>
<p style="line-height: 16px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"> </span></p>
<p style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 16px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><br /></p><p style="line-height: 16px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><strong><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;">What drew you to Origin SC originally and how has the organization changed since?</span></strong></span></p>
<p style="line-height: 14px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;">I was drawn to the commitment that Origin has to be a practical resource for the community we serve. In my short time, I’ve watched how all departments (housing services, fiduciary services, rep. payee services), all work together, share resources, and support each other in the common goal.</span></span></p>
<p style="line-height: 16px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">What has surprised you the most about working at Origin SC?</span></strong></span></p>
<p style="line-height: 14px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;">That we’ve been around since the 1800’s!!</span></span></p>
<p style="line-height: 16px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;"><strong>What is an experience that has really shaped who you are?</strong></span></p>
<p style="line-height: 14px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;">I acted in a fiduciary role for 3 years on behalf of a veteran a friend of mine. I learned about the obstacles, special needs, and personal challenges someone who loses a level of capacity can have to cope with, and the critical need for community support someone in that position depends on. He passed away in 2012.</span></span></p>
<p style="line-height: 16px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;"><strong>How has Origin SC helped you in your career development?</strong></span></p>
<p style="line-height: 14px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;">I’ve been encouraged by the team at Origin, who recognized specific skills and interests, to pursue projects that have been challenging, and rewarding.</span></span></p>
<p style="line-height: 16px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><strong><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;">What is one thing that you are most proud of?</span></strong></span></p>
<p style="line-height: 14px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;">I’m very proud of the way my team considers the service of our clients as the primary goal and function of our work. No matter what role we play, everyone considers how their work will impact the needs of clients.</span></span></p>
<p style="line-height: 14px; text-align: left; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"> </span></p>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-52020167521266727862022-01-12T16:06:00.003-05:002022-03-23T14:37:12.706-04:00New Year New Goals<p><span style="background-color: white; color: #6b6b6b;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;">"The new year is a great time to examine your goals – and to make sure you're getting the information you need to help achieve them. Whether you're looking to buy a new house or a new car, or even to find a new job or career path, it's always a good idea to take a look at your finances and make sure you have a plan in place to accomplish your goals. For many, the two biggest questions to resolve as you find your financial footing are knowing where to start and assessing where you are." </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #6b6b6b;">This is from a recently published article called </span><a href="https://www.neighborworks.org/blog/new-year-sustainable-goals" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">New Year, sustainable goals</span></b></a> </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #6b6b6b;">written by</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #666666;"> </span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #666666;">Madelyn Lazorchak, a Communications writer at </span><b><a href="https://www.neighborworks.org/About-Us" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">NeighborWorks America</span></a><span style="color: #666666;">.</span></b></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;"><span style="color: #666666;"><span style="background-color: white;">The article includes interviews with Tavia Watson,</span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #323130;"> </span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #6b6b6b;">housing manager, workshop facilitator, and HUD-approved credit counselor at </span><a href="https://originsc.org/"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><b>Origin SC</b></span></a><span style="color: #6b6b6b;"> and </span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #6b6b6b;">Molly Barackman-Eder, director of financial capability for NeighborWorks America.</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #6b6b6b;"> Tavia and Molly both provide their own</span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #6b6b6b;"> advice on what others can do to hit the ground running and make </span><span style="color: #666666;">sure they reach their financial goals this year and Tavia even highlights what she does to stay motivated towards her own personal goals such as </span></span></span><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: white;">place "motivational notes around her home to remind herself that she can achieve her goals. And she recommends that her clients do the same."</span></span></p><p><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;"><span><br /> To finish reading this article click</span></span><span style="color: #6b6b6b; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: large;"> </span><a href="https://www.neighborworks.org/blog/new-year-sustainable-goals" style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">here.</span></b></a></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj8nKFkSknspxEQutBbkQH7CWfqiNuEY_5WvpgqIwdsi9N2LRJ8-4RRFOMco-6c5Wyc0G-Qc2Dqv1XogXhuGJ_lwTG9qqsMHOJeiULNDgm43crxF4doBE0uLH_7mrTKTJk94wide3aa6idXqFr4TXUsIzZQMz4loO6DYtNbcrwSCEatwfjSrt9s4jVG=s578" imageanchor="1" style="background-color: white; clear: left; display: inline !important; float: left; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: large; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="302" data-original-width="578" height="167" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj8nKFkSknspxEQutBbkQH7CWfqiNuEY_5WvpgqIwdsi9N2LRJ8-4RRFOMco-6c5Wyc0G-Qc2Dqv1XogXhuGJ_lwTG9qqsMHOJeiULNDgm43crxF4doBE0uLH_7mrTKTJk94wide3aa6idXqFr4TXUsIzZQMz4loO6DYtNbcrwSCEatwfjSrt9s4jVG=s320" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgT32aIcMoK5Ezw3GMTNO_v5pplGtfdKjO2sku3iBwowg1Jzz0FgTlNKnw-yaV4tOs6B-6xycCSSQdH5YeEMN8c72Bl8Sv4N7FDUKYMIymbIkI8qo5JEtiGZWtl9ZSBU4MeaXvXZsYhkZeGCEADVaQgKGSAOn73Rmy4BrgQCNYi3oZb6VDVF4-EQnM9=s453" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="172" data-original-width="453" height="71" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgT32aIcMoK5Ezw3GMTNO_v5pplGtfdKjO2sku3iBwowg1Jzz0FgTlNKnw-yaV4tOs6B-6xycCSSQdH5YeEMN8c72Bl8Sv4N7FDUKYMIymbIkI8qo5JEtiGZWtl9ZSBU4MeaXvXZsYhkZeGCEADVaQgKGSAOn73Rmy4BrgQCNYi3oZb6VDVF4-EQnM9=w187-h71" width="187" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;"><span style="background-color: white;"><a href="https://www.neighborworks.org/blog/new-year-sustainable-goals"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><b><br /></b></span></a></span></span><p></p>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-7154400698678012542021-12-22T08:45:00.010-05:002021-12-22T08:55:34.255-05:00From Homeless to Housed: Patricia's Story<p><br /></p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgCDuhveCCdqXqHXCM6GpH2TzGUHBIr2oThmu3JnIdoLk24p9_37kbQmGr1VTaXkn0UvvBd75z3fB2HgbUqkZjOA41ljRf5ULyv9PgtzMUGCxUS7oFNb6ySLj8JMGvcrEHGUSclMs8qhO0-GKiCXXD4SQIquwua-8q8VRpG1hzGd6jrso3-Kyl1-NfG=s2304" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1728" data-original-width="2304" height="442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgCDuhveCCdqXqHXCM6GpH2TzGUHBIr2oThmu3JnIdoLk24p9_37kbQmGr1VTaXkn0UvvBd75z3fB2HgbUqkZjOA41ljRf5ULyv9PgtzMUGCxUS7oFNb6ySLj8JMGvcrEHGUSclMs8qhO0-GKiCXXD4SQIquwua-8q8VRpG1hzGd6jrso3-Kyl1-NfG=w589-h442" width="589" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><h3><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma;"><i>One woman's story of hardship, perseverance, triumph, and hope.</i></span></h3><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma;">Patricia had been homeless for over three years. She was legally disabled which only added to the difficult and harsh reality that came with living on the streets. Many nights she found herself sleeping behind buildings which more often than not led to her going to jail. Soon enough Patricia was dealing with addictions that only began as a way to cope with the pain and extremities that came with being homeless. She often wondered how her life had come to this and wondered if she would ever have a fresh chance to start again, to live joyously once more.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma;">Recently, Patricia's prayers and dreams were heard and answered. A team of case workers were assigned to help Patricia start fresh. Case workers from Charleston
Dorchester Department of Mental Health, Charleston County, One 80 Place, and Origin SC found out that they were all assigned to help house a disabled chronically homeless woman, and transition her into her very own apartment. It was determined that Origin SC's Lease on Life Program will help pay the rent and help her to live as comfortably as possible. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">A couple of weeks ago, Patricia </span><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">signed the lease and got the keys to her
apartment. Her caseworker at Origin recounted the very happy and joyful experience. She said, "Patricia made friends with two neighbors on the way to her apartment with
one being a kind gentleman who carried her laundry basket full of goodies for
her, and the other a woman who invited her for dinner. The property manager gave her the
keys so when we all got to her door, Patricia opened the door herself. She
was so excited she did a little dance." Her caseworker said, "I do not think I could find the words to
accurately describe how happy Patricia seemed. She cried over the carpet
and ceiling fan in the bedroom and kept asking if this was really hers. She
enjoyed looking at her private bathroom and was so focused on learning how to
use the electric thermostat (She even asked to make sure she could adjust it). We left together so she could walk to a food drive not far away and on the way
out she couldn’t help but give out hugs and kisses." </span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma;">Now that Patricia has a roof over her head, she has made goals of <span style="background-color: white; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit; text-align: start;">going to mental health
and seeking treatment for addictions that she used to cope with being homeless. She also is hopeful that she can reconnect with her daughter soon. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #444444;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: start;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="background-color: white;">To learn more about the Lease on Life Program or the Homeless Prevention Program at Origin SC and the ways in which they assist individuals to work towards self-sufficiency & financial stability, please click the link below. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: start;"><span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b>Origin's Housing Stability Program: </b> </span></span><span style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><a href="https://originsc.org/homeless-prevention/">https://originsc.org/homeless-prevention/</a></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: start;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #444444;">Or if you would like to donate to this program please</span> visit:<a href="https://originsc.networkforgood.com/projects/112209-housing-financial-stability-donations"> </a><span style="color: #444444;"><a href="https://originsc.networkforgood.com/projects/112209-housing-financial-stability-donations">https://originsc.networkforgood.com/projects/112209-housing-financial-stability-donations</a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="background-color: white; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit; text-align: start;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="background-color: white; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit; text-align: start;">All names have been changed to respect privacy.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="background-color: white; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit; text-align: start;"><br /></span></span></div>
<p style="background: white; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; text-align: start;">Written by Lindsey Jenkins,</p><p style="background: white; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; text-align: start;">Marketing & Outreach Manager at Origin SC</p><p style="background: white; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; text-align: start;"><br /></p><p style="background: white; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; text-align: start;"><br /></p><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #444444;"><i><br /></i></span></div></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br />Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-19948880314311550082021-12-09T16:50:00.003-05:002021-12-09T16:50:51.300-05:00Buying a Home in 2022? Consider Doing These Things Now<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhMCVdqol4qdEu1zI6v0E-Fn-BpzlOZS8YaTOaQtKb45pNhiWyr6Nqg6V8C-blqnxSx7y-xY-O5rNk2iPHnW74GvIjGKvD4SeZHdb1Bf2MkjW4wDPg8XI-HtUx7VOVy3l5RqicFwFmpGsAmLat8ZEFQBZAqCog64EgDFdtwne0YhCHVj-mepWJuuK8P=s1080" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhMCVdqol4qdEu1zI6v0E-Fn-BpzlOZS8YaTOaQtKb45pNhiWyr6Nqg6V8C-blqnxSx7y-xY-O5rNk2iPHnW74GvIjGKvD4SeZHdb1Bf2MkjW4wDPg8XI-HtUx7VOVy3l5RqicFwFmpGsAmLat8ZEFQBZAqCog64EgDFdtwne0YhCHVj-mepWJuuK8P=w400-h400" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> </span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10.5pt;">What are experts
saying about the 2022 housing market? according to an article published by Nerd Wallet we can expect very similar conditions for 2022. The prices of homes may rise a
little, sellers will still have the upper hand, and finding an affordable home
may be difficult. But don't give up hope just yet. There are specific things
you can begin doing right now that you will definitely thank yourself for later
when purchasing the home of your dreams. </span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 10.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p style="line-height: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma;"><strong>1. Improve your credit score</strong><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;"> - a good credit score can save buyers hundreds of
dollars a month on their mortgage. Origin has a licensed credit counseling
program that can help you working towards this now. <strong><a href="https://originsc.org/credit-improvement/" target="_blank">Click here to learn more.</a></strong></span></span></p>
<p style="line-height: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma;"><strong>2. Revamp your budget to save more</strong><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;"> - The 2021 housing market was hot. Prices were high,
the amount of homes available were low, and many buyers lost out on multiple
homes before having their offer accepted. We can expect very similar conditions
and to get ahead of your competitors, you will need to save save save. Origin
also offers financial coaching to help you take inventory of all of your
finances and help you build a budget that will help you save. </span><strong><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;"><a href="https://originsc.org/financial-education-coaching/">To learn more
click here.</a></span></strong></span></p><p style="line-height: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="color: #444444;">source: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/mortgages/the-property-line-mortgage-trends-for-2022</span><span style="color: #444444;"> </span></span></p><p style="line-height: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma;">Written by:</span></p><p style="line-height: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma;">Lindsey Jenkins</span></p><p style="line-height: 12pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Tahoma;">Marketing & Outreach Manager Origin SC</span></p>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-82578518856976228162021-10-19T11:20:00.016-04:002021-10-19T11:23:59.481-04:00Meet the Origin Staff: Josette Lee Pearson & Hailey Lapa<p> <u style="color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #605e5c; line-height: inherit;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">Meet Our Staff</strong></span></u></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; text-align: center; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #605e5c; line-height: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; text-align: center; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #605e5c; line-height: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; text-align: center; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #605e5c; line-height: inherit;">The services we provide at Origin would not be possible without the wonderful people behind the scenes making everything happen. We feel truly grateful to work with such an amazing team and wanted to introduce staff members,</span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; text-align: center; word-break: break-word;"><span style="color: #605e5c; line-height: inherit;">Josette Lee Pearson & Hailey Lapa.</span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; text-align: center; word-break: break-word;"><br /></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;"><br /></strong></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;"><br /></strong></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;"><br /></strong></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;"><strong style="line-height: inherit; text-align: center;"> Josette Lee Pearson</strong></strong></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgU_LqCmuR4v0d4UESgqLguHJz6BRMwmrIfkKtNyOCBdnBxp9VP8mEuaC2xUlJ6aERYSOR27YEFHy_vbKpTM5es9LM1nE-1IfwKGM6m0rf7gOJFgEN7-3gawGKocxasch9RYgTET2FKGYarReApGp8WxOBUptd9CFtiXEFnLY-oi6_Nb7qMwz7ZkfjS=s473" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="266" data-original-width="473" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgU_LqCmuR4v0d4UESgqLguHJz6BRMwmrIfkKtNyOCBdnBxp9VP8mEuaC2xUlJ6aERYSOR27YEFHy_vbKpTM5es9LM1nE-1IfwKGM6m0rf7gOJFgEN7-3gawGKocxasch9RYgTET2FKGYarReApGp8WxOBUptd9CFtiXEFnLY-oi6_Nb7qMwz7ZkfjS=s320" width="320" /></a></div><span style="line-height: inherit;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Tahoma;"><b>Title:</b> </span></span><span style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Homeless Prevention Intake Case Manager</span><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;">Housing Stability Program</p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">Hometown: </strong>Merced, California</p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">Years Working for Origin: </strong>Just celebrated 1 year on September 14, 2021</p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">Favorite Hobby: </strong>DIY Furniture Makeovers, Interior Decorating, Crafting, Jewelry Making, Painting, Hand-writing letters and cards, invitations.</p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">What drew you to Origin SC originally? </strong>Core Values and Mission represented by the organization and the invaluable services that it provides to the community is what initially drew me to Origin.</p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">And how has the organization changed since? </strong>I joined the staff 6 months into the Pandemic. The organization has adapted well to having the office closed to in-person visits and being successful in allowing staff to work from home and has created new and innovative ways to provide seamless quality services to our clients.</p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">What has surprised you the most about working at Origin SC? </strong>How nice and helpful everyone is and their willingness to help you succeed.</p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">How has Origin SC helped you in your career development?</strong></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Introduced me to another area of community service – Homeless Prevention</span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">What is one thing that you are most proud of? </strong>My family and especially my two children and how well they are doing, despite the pandemic and the daily challenges that they still face at middle school and at college. It has been a real challenge for them to bounce back from social isolation and anxiety, and fear caused by the pandemic, but they are doing better. I hope that everyone is.</p><p><strong style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; text-align: center;"><br /></strong></p><p><strong style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; text-align: center;"><br /></strong></p><p><strong style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; text-align: center;"><br /></strong></p><p><strong style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; text-align: center;"><br /></strong></p><p><strong style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; text-align: center;"><br /></strong></p><p><strong style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; text-align: center;">Hailey Lapa</strong></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjCaFex25BtZ6TeG8ShyvLGOmMn9kaGEl5b4op7BVtdw-yU4m0iEsdCpCmYlgk8_YkXA8gM7mNoG34spEBBFT7ksVfc1-IN8WnIE5u1RqaxApTd4wG2mxrVXsjWIgT0IOozBqj53eD4zkhl-uzr4qrp7ZIP47du7ctpaXShn7JcGg4rfw66Gw2nhxAF=s884" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="884" data-original-width="590" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjCaFex25BtZ6TeG8ShyvLGOmMn9kaGEl5b4op7BVtdw-yU4m0iEsdCpCmYlgk8_YkXA8gM7mNoG34spEBBFT7ksVfc1-IN8WnIE5u1RqaxApTd4wG2mxrVXsjWIgT0IOozBqj53eD4zkhl-uzr4qrp7ZIP47du7ctpaXShn7JcGg4rfw66Gw2nhxAF=s320" width="214" /></a></strong></div><strong style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; text-align: center;"><br /></strong><p></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">Title:</strong></span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;">Licensed Social Worker/ Case Manager & Court Advocate</span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;">Family Violence Intervention Program</span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">Hometown: </strong></span>Warren, NJ.</p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">Years Working for Origin: </strong></span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;">I have been a full time employee at Origin SC for over 2 years.</span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">Favorite Hobby: </strong>Going to the beach!</span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">What drew you to Origin SC originally?</strong></span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;">I was drawn to Origin SC when I was in the process of getting my Masters degree. I applied to be an intern, and was hired to work in the Family Violence Intervention Program. </span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">And how has the organization changed since?</strong></span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;">This organization has grown tremendously over the last 2 years. We are now reaching more clients than ever across the state of South Carolina. </span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">What has surprised you the most about working at Origin SC?</strong></span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;">I was surprised the most by how welcoming the staff at Origin SC are. I always feel included, and my hard work is consistently recognized. </span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">What is an experience that has really shaped who you are?</strong></span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;">I am constantly growing and evolving as a social worker each day I work with victims of violence. Their testimonies, their strength and courage, their positive attitudes, their resilience shapes me every day to be the best service provider possible.</span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">How has Origin SC helped you in your career development?</strong></span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;">Origin SC has greatly contributed to my growth and success as a social worker. As an employee at Origin SC, I feel like the sky is the limit for me. I am reminded daily that my coworkers and supervisors will support me in every endeavor I embark on. </span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"> </p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;"><strong style="line-height: inherit;">What is one thing that you are most proud of?</strong></span></p><p style="background-color: #e9e6e6; color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Segoe, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; margin: 0px; word-break: break-word;"><span style="line-height: inherit;">I am most proud of all the victims of intimate partner violence in South Carolina and across the nation who have transformed into survivors.</span></p>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-17333715104659832032021-09-01T17:16:00.000-04:002021-09-01T17:16:19.941-04:00Debt Free In Five Years Or Less: How Did They Do It?<h2 style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> Debt Management Program Client Success Stories</span></b></h2><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWgYHaY3Bk98TLgZu55hUt0bFGLVZhqI6xgpohWKh9fUEA6lDuFdtNBqxyMmGkV4prudQGEHUpNUgCsxy6qPZu2C2vYlCFtkQWcp0oXMGWzcizEVpQ3A_eT3UzSM8pbLrMoYWPmnZxDUU/s800/Get+out+of+Debt.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="405" data-original-width="800" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWgYHaY3Bk98TLgZu55hUt0bFGLVZhqI6xgpohWKh9fUEA6lDuFdtNBqxyMmGkV4prudQGEHUpNUgCsxy6qPZu2C2vYlCFtkQWcp0oXMGWzcizEVpQ3A_eT3UzSM8pbLrMoYWPmnZxDUU/w400-h203/Get+out+of+Debt.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Have you imagined how different your life could be without
the burden of debt affecting your mental, emotional, & physical well being? Origin’s Debt Management Program may be
the answer you have been looking for. To find out more information on the program, click <a href="https://originsc.org/financial-education-coaching/debt-management/">here</a>. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Below are real testimonials from clients that recently graduated Origin’s <a href="https://originsc.org/financial-education-coaching/debt-management/">Debt Management Program</a>. They speak about their experience in the program and how their life has
changed because of it. All names have been changed to respect their privacy.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Ben's Story</span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Ben told us that he first contacted Origin because he was in
so much debt he was considering filing for Bankruptcy as a solution to fix his
financial situation. “I needed to do something about
my debt problem. I myself was up against a wall and on the verge of bankruptcy
until I decided to do a little more research into debt repayment programs that
don't damage your credit like bankruptcy does.” Working with Origin, Ben learned that “there is an alternative to
bankruptcy that can save a lot of money and embarrassment.”</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">“I've learned a lot about managing debt and how it is possible to go
debt free. It isn't always easy, but if you stay determined and stick to a plan
you know will work, it will reward you beyond imagination.”<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><o:p> </o:p>He says managing his financial situation and debt has changed his life
for the better. "I've gained a lot of hope in knowing that I can crawl out from under
the mountain of debt that I amassed over several years. This has opened up opportunities I would
have not otherwise had and given me a new lease on life and a new sense of freedom, not only
financially, but with my career.”</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">His direct advice
to anyone looking for help with managing their debt is, “I would highly
recommend that they consider a debt management program and talk to a debt counselor
who can showcase the various options for repayment. Origin SC provides an
excellent service at a fair price. Working
with my counselor was great. She was very responsive and answered all of my
questions quickly and effectively. I would highly recommend her as a counselor
to others.”</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Sally's Story</span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> “I was having financial hardship and needed to revamp my
household budgeting.” This is the reason that Sally first reached out to Origin for help.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> She says that while
she was in the program something valuable that she learned was how to “monitor
my household budgeting verses all income.” Once Sally began doing this she said
that she started to “notice positive changes immediately.”<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">“The counselors were very informative, courteous and
friendly. My life has changed for the better due to being able handle
unexpected expenses.” She says the program has helped her to “save a good
amount of money on expenses and set a small savings fund for small emergencies.” <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Her advice for anyone struggling with debt is to seek
professional guidance and not just to handle it on your own.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><a href="http://www.originsc.org">www.originsc.org<br /></a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal">Written by Lindsey Jenkins</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></p><b></b></div>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-81316152679086785462021-07-20T15:58:00.025-04:002021-07-21T11:35:25.296-04:00Achieving the Homeownership Dream Is Possible: Recent Homebuyer Client Success Story<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #201f1e;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfgMCojjWOdfTlz4DuqpioR2vNtjT1GvWjm4hACHk3pnh3HWvNb7HAqJKAtVBnntcNvKnefqAxl7YCASBBvLOUrnRzEH6y6xHilkXICMrEVYUaJkz-8Z0PvKcJ1JjlP9oB-igeVa6rA5g/s2048/20210708_175424_3.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1395" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfgMCojjWOdfTlz4DuqpioR2vNtjT1GvWjm4hACHk3pnh3HWvNb7HAqJKAtVBnntcNvKnefqAxl7YCASBBvLOUrnRzEH6y6xHilkXICMrEVYUaJkz-8Z0PvKcJ1JjlP9oB-igeVa6rA5g/s320/20210708_175424_3.jpg" /></a></div><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;"><span style="color: #201f1e;">Congratulations to recent homeowner Stephanie Wright!
Stephanie stayed committed & worked hard, graduated from the </span><a href="https://originsc.org/financial-coaching/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3da1cc;"><b>Credit Counseling</b></span></a><span style="color: #201f1e;"> and </span><a href="https://originsc.org/homeownership/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #3da1cc;">Homeownership Program</span></b></a> <span style="color: #201f1e;">at </span><a href="https://originsc.org/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3da1cc;"><b>Origin SC</b></span></a><span style="color: #201f1e;">, and successfully purchased her home. Read her story below.</span></span></span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="background: white; color: #201f1e;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;">Stephanie says she originally contacted Origin SC to gain
control of her finances and put herself on a budget only one year prior to actually
purchasing her home. She feels that the most valuable thing she learned was how
to budget effectively because it allowed her to accomplish paying off her
credit cards while working through the program. Stephanie also received a $1,000 grant from Origin SC to use as a down payment & closing cost assistance towards purchasing her home. She encourages anyone thinking
about beginning the Credit Counseling Program and or Homeownership Program at
Origin, to participate to gain a better understanding of where "you are headed
financially."<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;"><span style="background: white; color: #201f1e;">“The session that I had with Tavia Watson, (Licensed Credit
Counselor & Homeownership Coach at Origin SC) dealing with the credit was
amazing. She pulled my credit report, ran all three credit bureaus, and
we came up with an action plan. I worked that plan for approximately 1
year. Even though I had owned a home before, I went through the First
Time Homeowners Class. You can always learn something new. They go
over everything from choosing a realtor, knowing the difference between your
interest rate and your Annual Percentage Rate (APR). It was
definitely an eye opener! I would suggest anyone interested in
purchasing a home take the class.” - Stephanie Wright</span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;"><span style="background: white; color: #201f1e;">To learn more about the Homeownership Program visit </span></span><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;"><a href="https://originsc.org/homeownership/"><span style="color: #3da1cc;"><b>https://originsc.org/homeownership</b>/</span></a><span style="color: #201f1e;">.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #201f1e; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;">To learn more about the Credit Counseling & Financial Education Program visit</span><span style="color: #201f1e; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: large;"> </span><a href="https://originsc.org/financial-coaching/" style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: large;"><span style="color: #3da1cc;"><b>https://originsc.org/financial-coaching/</b></span></a><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: large;">.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;"><span style="color: #444444;">To learn more about our Lending Program </span><a href="https://originsc.org/lending/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3da1cc;"><b>visit https://originsc.org/lending/</b></span></a><span style="color: #444444;">.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="background: white; color: #201f1e;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgogco3Nx04gQOVBo6voFt_mAJw5ea0AuoFEc8QOJu7QbfO4QGjYBO-unFpNQK0qYJVj-0aHY8rpiN0OsWzgJFrRsfwAF9TqFtW8Eqq9v9bMa9XBVMLFFwPpBGTU6iixSrVEME7O009LOY/s2048/20210708_175606_2.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1550" data-original-width="2048" height="303" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgogco3Nx04gQOVBo6voFt_mAJw5ea0AuoFEc8QOJu7QbfO4QGjYBO-unFpNQK0qYJVj-0aHY8rpiN0OsWzgJFrRsfwAF9TqFtW8Eqq9v9bMa9XBVMLFFwPpBGTU6iixSrVEME7O009LOY/w400-h303/20210708_175606_2.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Stephanie Wright in front of her new home</td></tr></tbody></table><br /></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;"><span style="color: #201f1e;">Written by: Lindsey Jenkins, </span></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: #201f1e;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;">Marketing & Outreach Manager at Origin SC</span></span></p><br /><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p></p>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-49997390688824132062021-06-23T12:58:00.011-04:002021-06-29T08:25:51.606-04:00Emergency Savings - Disaster Related Expenses<p><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif">The more financially prepared we are means the more resilient we are when it comes to unexpected disaster-related expenses. Because let’s be honest, what disaster is ever expected? Having an emergency savings fund means you actually have to save for emergencies and disaster-related expenses. This is an extremely important topic that many of us forget about until we are put into an emergency situation. The 2021 Atlantic hurricane season officially starts June 1<sup>st</sup>and extends all the way to November 30<sup>th.</sup>According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, (https://www.noaa.gov/news-release/noaa-predicts-another-active-atlantic-hurricane-season)</span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 27px;"> “</span><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif">For 2021, a likely range of 13 to 20 named storms (winds of 39 mph or higher), of which 6 to 10 could become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including 3 to 5 major hurricanes (category 3, 4 or 5; with winds of 111 mph or higher) is expected. NOAA provides these ranges with <g class="gr_ gr_44 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_hide gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar" data-gr-id="44" id="44"><g class="gr_ gr_44 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_hide gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar" data-gr-id="44" id="44">a 70</g></g>% confidence. “ Now is the time for communities along the coast to be preparing and we want to help prepare you for this hurricane season. Creating a budget for disaster-related expenses that includes your income and fixed expenses is a good way to prepare. <a href="https://www.fema.gov/">FEMA </a>suggests taking it a step further and, “estimate costs of insurance deductibles, possible mandatory evacuations and essentials like food, clothing, shelter, gas and emergency medical assistance.” Now you have a good idea <g class="gr_ gr_52 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_hide gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar" data-gr-id="52" id="52"><g class="gr_ gr_46 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_hide gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar" data-gr-id="46" id="46">how</g></g> much money you will need and you can <a href="https://originsc.org/financial-education-coaching/">create a savings plan to get you there</a>. </span></p><style class="WebKit-mso-list-quirks-style"> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; 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Forecasters predict a 60% chance of an above-normal season, a 30% chance of a near-normal season, and a 10% chance of a below-normal season. However, experts do not anticipate the historic level of storm activity seen in 2020 (noaa.gov). Although this season is predicted to be lower than previous years it still should become a priority when budgeting your finances. Below is a chart to get you started:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: medium; line-height: 24px;"><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #333333;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXuiBqVd-v1P9Rl0fULeQOtBe-4CsbyUdzpY6ssAiz8TJjLJdXbB7vbYd-nLRWAhq6qFY_UE9KCI4QUY1QJ2k9SXu8fQJ0Si7h18RrK4s2is4NlqtS89hF4JethtlhKEcZCfLHFPJ_26s/s666/findis.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="666" data-original-width="295" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXuiBqVd-v1P9Rl0fULeQOtBe-4CsbyUdzpY6ssAiz8TJjLJdXbB7vbYd-nLRWAhq6qFY_UE9KCI4QUY1QJ2k9SXu8fQJ0Si7h18RrK4s2is4NlqtS89hF4JethtlhKEcZCfLHFPJ_26s/w182-h410/findis.png" width="182" /></a></div><br /><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: medium; line-height: 24px; text-align: center;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: medium; line-height: 24px;"><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: medium; line-height: 24px;"><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif">Some general tips include: <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="font-size: medium; line-height: 24px; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif">Create a disaster budget that includes the estimated cost of expenses such as those mentioned above. This gives you a good idea of how much you will need to save each month to be prepared by the time Hurricane season enters the peak period (see below). This also motivates you to save and reach a goal which is a good habit to form. TIP: Though Hurricane season begins in June, historically speaking 96 percent of category 3, 4, and 5 hurricanes take place in the “peak period” of August through mid-October in the Carolinas.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-size: medium; line-height: 24px; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif">Open <g class="gr_ gr_58 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_hide gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar" data-gr-id="58" id="58"><g class="gr_ gr_37 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_hide gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar" data-gr-id="37" id="37">a savings</g></g> account for emergencies and start adding little by little, it will add up over time. Determine how long it will take you to reach your disaster budget goal if you consistently save x amount each month. Never save more than your fixed expenses/ household budget will allow. Not sure how much you can afford, our licensed financial education counselors can help with this<b>. <a href="(https://originsc.org/financial-education-coaching/)">(https://originsc.org/financial-education-coaching/)</a><o:p></o:p></b></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-size: medium; line-height: 24px; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif">Withdrawal cash for necessities (the storm may put electronic systems down)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="font-size: medium; line-height: 24px; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif">Put important documents in a safe place (waterproof bags)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: medium; line-height: 24px;">Written by Allie Ryan & Lindsey Jenkins</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: medium; line-height: 24px;"><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif">Sources:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="font-size: medium; line-height: 24px; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="mso-fareast-font-family: Tahoma;">1.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif"><a href="https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20210318/fact-sheet-now-time-prepare-your-finances-hurricane-season">https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20210318/fact-sheet-now-time-prepare-your-finances-hurricane-season</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="font-size: medium; line-height: 24px; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="mso-fareast-font-family: Tahoma;">2.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif"><a href="https://www.noaa.gov/news-release/noaa-predicts-another-active-atlantic-hurricane-season">https://www.noaa.gov/news-release/noaa-predicts-another-active-atlantic-hurricane-season</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-88205445298992662672021-06-23T12:05:00.000-04:002021-06-24T12:06:03.597-04:00Meet The Staff: Carmen Britton<p><span style="font-family: Times; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><b>MEET THE STAFF:</b> Carmen Britton</span></p><p style="font-family: Times; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><b>Title:</b> Intake Coordinator</p><p style="font-family: Times; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><b>Hometown:</b> Goose Creek</p><p style="font-family: Times; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><b>Years Working for Origin:</b> Almost a month!</p><p style="font-family: Times; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><b>Favorite Hobby:</b> Writing, reading, drawing, coloring, pool time working on my tan!</p><p style="font-family: Times; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"></p><p style="font-family: Times; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><b>1. What drew you to Origin SC originally?</b> Non-profit, helping people, counseling aspect.</p><p style="font-family: Times; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"></p><p style="font-family: Times; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><b>2. What has surprised you the most about working at Origin SC?</b> The numerous services offered!</p><p style="font-family: Times; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"></p><p style="font-family: Times; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><b>3. What is an experience that has really shaped who you are?</b> Helping my sister raise her three kids.</p><p style="font-family: Times; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"></p><p style="font-family: Times; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"></p><p style="font-family: Times; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><b>4. How has Origin SC helped you in your career development?</b> To be determined 😊</p><p style="font-family: Times; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"></p><p style="font-family: Times; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"></p><p style="font-family: Times; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><b>5. What is one thing that you are most proud of? </b>My self-sufficiency, my independence, and my nieces and nephew.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9LD6W4q8LSJrdHAYlynXnph0HQy5DU6z9A2bklVUmsKYYieOTSf7heGyIycsN4KqVICjyBT8liIetNdy_LOQIfgRimqCcXYKTV8iDEn97pukkazsvTlD-YTzjySUlkYrnqrjuJoBhZsM/s640/carmen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="322" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9LD6W4q8LSJrdHAYlynXnph0HQy5DU6z9A2bklVUmsKYYieOTSf7heGyIycsN4KqVICjyBT8liIetNdy_LOQIfgRimqCcXYKTV8iDEn97pukkazsvTlD-YTzjySUlkYrnqrjuJoBhZsM/s320/carmen.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p></p>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-4392703755321597672021-06-21T13:29:00.003-04:002021-06-21T13:29:37.894-04:00Meet the Staff: Laura Stephens<p><span style="orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><b>MEET THE STAFF: Laura Stephens</b></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVHFhD-s6RQ375PLscJpdG_VDcQmL8YI6g5W5FtjKRMJBFhT23BTwC65tapjHH5Mvn3U-MiCt7bO95waAAgkIMX6Kr1mmvvs-VF22hYl88UlO_y-RAKUiLwj1N5N470YZhlKnKR42PEKM/s2498/IMG_20200214_152019679_2+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2498" data-original-width="822" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVHFhD-s6RQ375PLscJpdG_VDcQmL8YI6g5W5FtjKRMJBFhT23BTwC65tapjHH5Mvn3U-MiCt7bO95waAAgkIMX6Kr1mmvvs-VF22hYl88UlO_y-RAKUiLwj1N5N470YZhlKnKR42PEKM/s320/IMG_20200214_152019679_2+copy.jpg" /></a></b></span></div><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><b><br /></b></span><p></p><p><span style="orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Title: FMS Accountant / DMP Manager</span></span></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Hometown: Munich, Germany</span></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Years Working for Origin: Going on 2 years</span></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Favorite Hobby: Not much time these days for hobbies…but I love spending time with my family and my new puppy</span></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><b>1. What drew you to Origin SC originally? And how has the organization changed since?</b></span></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">I was always interested in the nonprofit <g class="gr_ gr_46 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_hide gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar" data-gr-id="46" id="46">field,</g> because I love helping people. When I saw the job posting for DMP Counselor, I thought this would be a perfect fit for me. I get to work in the financial field, and at the same <g class="gr_ gr_48 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_hide gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar" data-gr-id="48" id="48">time</g> I get to help people.</span></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">I am excited to be part of many big changes at Origin. We moved to our new office and brought on a lot of amazing new team members. I can’t wait to see what the next years will bring!</span></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><b>2. What has surprised you the most about working at Origin SC?</b></span></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">I think what surprised me most is to see how a small team like ours can make such a big impact in the community and help so many different people.</span></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><b>3. What is an experience that has really shaped who you are?</b></span></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">I think leaving my home country Germany to move to the US has a lot to do with who I am today. To leave my family and friends behind to start a brand-new life is scary and exciting. We had to start all over and work hard for everything we have today.</span></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"></p><p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><b>4. 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</style><p style="line-height: 150%; margin-left: .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="color: #555555; font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">Declutter your budget – </span></b><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">Take the time to schedule, organize, and declutter all the money coming in and out of your bank account. When you have more control, stress tends to be relieved. See what you can cut back on and focus on the necessities. We offer a FREE Credit Improvement & Making Ends Meet combo class where you learn </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;">everything you need to know about credit improvement & basic budgeting techniques. </span><span style="font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;">This workshop will provide you with the basic skills that are necessary to begin building a financial road map to a better future. You can find more information and sign up for FREE on our website here: <a href="https://originsc.org/classes/credit-improvement-workshop/" target="_blank">https://originsc.org/classes/credit-improvement-workshop/</a></span><span style="color: #555555; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="font-size: medium; line-height: 24px; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">Understand the debt cycle – </span></b><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">Once you know how to get out of debt, it is easier to build a healthy financial future moving forward. We have a <a href="https://originsc.org/financial-education-coaching/debt-management/" target="_blank">debt management program</a> where </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;">we develop consolidated payment programs that include lower interest rates and monthly payments which are made directly to our office and distributed appropriately to the creditors on the behalf of the client (you).</span><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color: #212121; line-height: 24px; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; padding: 0in;">Don't forget general stress management</span></b><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">- As you work on improving your financial situation, you can reduce stress by practicing stress-reducing techniques and making other changes to create a low-stress lifestyle. Find activities or hobbies that you enjoy, put yourself and your mental health first!</span></li></ul><div><span style="color: #212121; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(33, 33, 33);"><br /></span></span></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: medium; line-height: 24px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #212121; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">At Origin SC we are always here to help you on the path to financial freedom. <a href="https://originsc.org" target="_blank">https://originsc.org</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"> </span></p>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-60154005490961700672021-04-28T13:17:00.002-04:002021-04-28T13:17:39.399-04:00Iheart Radio Interview<p>Marketing & Community Outreach Manager, Lindsey Jenkins recently spoke with Michael Blaze, host of the Home 360 radio show on News Radio 94.3WSC. The show covers all things about your home, home improvement, and real estate. Click the link below to listen to Lindsey share all things Origin SC and our services we provide as well as our homeownership program.</p><p><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0" href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/394-your-home-360-with-michael-79807432/" id="LPlnk984418" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">https://www.iheart.com/podcast/394-your-home-360-with-michael-79807432/</a></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-CRo4FqUfUgrJyD7m3FVaK2Xv-i6qKfmyzfbUILIwFwr6znIJxOoAFy_0I2tLAz9klx3wNxBQ6NRhC8HMOPZTwaTGPKxWeTXvKXO1l57WJ4vasrt3netdC1X9L7YMU0k3qAkvfVeNGiY/s660/Screen+Shot+2021-04-28+at+1.16.53+PM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="358" data-original-width="660" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-CRo4FqUfUgrJyD7m3FVaK2Xv-i6qKfmyzfbUILIwFwr6znIJxOoAFy_0I2tLAz9klx3wNxBQ6NRhC8HMOPZTwaTGPKxWeTXvKXO1l57WJ4vasrt3netdC1X9L7YMU0k3qAkvfVeNGiY/s320/Screen+Shot+2021-04-28+at+1.16.53+PM.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-81158164157215408872021-03-25T15:23:00.008-04:002021-04-01T12:14:23.890-04:00Stories of Hope!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: 16px; text-align: start;">It has now been just a little over a year since the Corona-Virus was declared </span>as<span style="font-size: 16px; text-align: start;"> a global health emergency. In February, we asked you all to share your greatest </span>transformation/adaptation<span style="font-size: 16px; text-align: start;"> in the last year along with any positive stories & messages of hope, faith, or aspiration that we could share with our community. Thank you everyone for sharing! Now it is time for us to share these messages and stories with you. We are all in this together and we rise by lifting one another.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: 16px; text-align: start;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><style class="WebKit-mso-list-quirks-style"> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} p.MsoListParagraph, li.MsoListParagraph, div.MsoListParagraph {mso-style-priority:34; mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; margin-top:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-bottom:0in; margin-left:.5in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-add-space:auto; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; 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margin-left:290.65pt; text-indent:-.25in; font-family:"Courier New";} @list l1:level9 {mso-level-number-format:bullet; mso-level-text:; mso-level-tab-stop:none; mso-level-number-position:left; margin-left:326.65pt; text-indent:-.25in; font-family:Wingdings;} --> </style><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: medium;"><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #333e48;">How have you stayed busy (safely) during the last year of the pandemic?</span><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span style="background-color: white; color: #333e48;">“Tennis, hiking, and reading. Ok - some mindless TV as well.”</span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span style="background-color: white; color: #333e48;">“I've kept busy by writing and phone calls sharing an encouraging message of hope…” </span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span style="background-color: white; color: #333e48;">“Be a light to others, be encouraging and helpful. Doing good things and enjoying the gift of life.”</span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span style="background-color: white; color: #333e48;">“I have stayed busy with my kids keeping me busy mostly. I have been dealing with many health issues including stage 3 kidney failure but <g class="gr_ gr_77 gr-alert gr_tiny gr_gramm gr_hide gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar" data-gr-id="77" id="77">i</g> continue to hold my head up and fight until I can get a transplant from the list or find a living donor.”</span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: medium;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: medium;"><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #333e48;">Did you gain any new hobbies during the last year of the pandemic? (If yes, then what?)</span><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="background: white; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="color: #333e48;">·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: #333e48;">“Hiking has become a new hobby and love during the COVID time. We started hiking on the Palmetto Trail here in Charleston along the coast and have hiked into a new area of the state. Additionally, the "dream" of hiking the Appalachian Trail started in August with one weekend a month and I am so looking forward to the weather changing and the next section in late March.”<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span style="background-color: white; color: #333e48;">“I have learned more and have tried new ways of cooking things as I want to expand my culinary horizon.”</span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; font-size: medium;"><span style="color: #333e48;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: medium;"><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #333e48;">Did you learn something new or try something new during the last year of the pandemic? (If yes, then what?)</span><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="background: white; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="color: #333e48;">·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: #333e48;">“I have always loved the outdoors and sports but having the time and opportunity to hike has enriched my life and given me a new perspective for nature. Keeping safe and distancing from my more regular hobbies allowed me the chance to go for a walk in the woods. This has made me sane, happy, healthier, and more optimistic about life.”</span><span style="color: #333e48;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; font-size: medium;"><span style="color: #333e48;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; font-size: medium;"><b><span style="color: #333e48;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">We want to hear what was your greatest adaptation/transformation/ adjustment/modification during the pandemic:<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span style="background-color: white; color: #333e48;">“Work has been a large adaptation as we as recreation professionals have learned how to navigate new protocols in bringing people together but in a safe way. I have enjoyed my job more in the last 12 months than I have in a long time just trying to become more essential to the people we serve.”</span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span style="background-color: white; color: #333e48;">“Having looked up the information that was given me, I've been uplifted and encouraged to look forward to better times ahead with confidence all the Bible says will come to be.”</span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]-->“Taking care of myself quickly became a priority as much as I take care of others. I had to learn how to put myself first and that that was ok.”<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span style="background-color: white; color: #333e48;">“My biggest change would have to be the schooling from home as I had to go back and relearn some things myself. It is definitely not the same as the way I learned it years ago."</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: medium;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><b><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #333e48;">Do you have a positive story to come out of the last year of the pandemic? (If so, please share below)</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left: 38.65pt; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><!--[endif]--><span style="background-color: white; color: #333e48;">“Everything has been positive but I have become closer to family and gained friends from this pandemic as we are all in this together. Life is too short to let many things get us down.”</span></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left: 38.65pt; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #333e48; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><br /></span></p></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIRvxQA5l5ACr7W1sXD85BH73YSlOxNnb0Wbn_V2p0FyDVSIexcPBSDPWXJNUndFiLvmPdiSllWx1IyIuxiGeImeqFCC5CKfsKwIQEuQoT82_G-ZD_5lGIl46rQP4Lpn8ftMqPkk3ETbQ/s1080/SOH+1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIRvxQA5l5ACr7W1sXD85BH73YSlOxNnb0Wbn_V2p0FyDVSIexcPBSDPWXJNUndFiLvmPdiSllWx1IyIuxiGeImeqFCC5CKfsKwIQEuQoT82_G-ZD_5lGIl46rQP4Lpn8ftMqPkk3ETbQ/s320/SOH+1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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font-size: small;"><b>MEET THE STAFF: <o:p></o:p></b>Elizabeth Wincenciak</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;">Title: <span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(96, 94, 92);">Fiduciary Services Case Manager</span> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;">Years Working for Origin: 9</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_1T_0So5JH-l4ZCBnzbkFbZejFvo2CatZMRBEWUCDNr-1EsWOqDCP84Me7upI1tH_0QbLFT39IuZaZ0tFn_U8d4FHNHNgpkaFwTJKLUuyNoAo630UNGofOs1lojzd3JYzoXGRCDwJ0qU/s640/elizabeth.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="345" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_1T_0So5JH-l4ZCBnzbkFbZejFvo2CatZMRBEWUCDNr-1EsWOqDCP84Me7upI1tH_0QbLFT39IuZaZ0tFn_U8d4FHNHNgpkaFwTJKLUuyNoAo630UNGofOs1lojzd3JYzoXGRCDwJ0qU/s320/elizabeth.jpg" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> <b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">1.<span style="font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></b><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></b><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="background-color: white;">What drew you to Origin SC originally? And how has the organization changed since? </span></b></span></p><style class="WebKit-mso-list-quirks-style"> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;} p.MsoListParagraph, li.MsoListParagraph, div.MsoListParagraph {mso-style-priority:34; mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; margin-top:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-bottom:8.0pt; margin-left:.5in; mso-add-space:auto; line-height:105%; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;} p.MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst, li.MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst, div.MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst {mso-style-priority:34; mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-type:export-only; margin-top:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-bottom:0in; margin-left:.5in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-add-space:auto; line-height:105%; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;} p.MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle, li.MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle, div.MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle {mso-style-priority:34; mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-type:export-only; margin-top:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-bottom:0in; margin-left:.5in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-add-space:auto; line-height:105%; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;} p.MsoListParagraphCxSpLast, li.MsoListParagraphCxSpLast, div.MsoListParagraphCxSpLast {mso-style-priority:34; mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-type:export-only; margin-top:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-bottom:8.0pt; margin-left:.5in; mso-add-space:auto; line-height:105%; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;} .MsoChpDefault {mso-style-type:export-only; mso-default-props:yes; font-size:11.0pt; mso-ansi-font-size:11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;} .MsoPapDefault {mso-style-type:export-only; margin-bottom:8.0pt; line-height:107%;} @page WordSection1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.WordSection1 {page:WordSection1;} /* List Definitions */ @list l0 {mso-list-id:1365326792; mso-list-type:hybrid; mso-list-template-ids:1646025352 67698703 67698713 67698715 67698703 67698713 67698715 67698703 67698713 67698715;} @list l0:level1 {mso-level-tab-stop:none; mso-level-number-position:left; text-indent:-.25in;} @list l0:level2 {mso-level-number-format:alpha-lower; mso-level-tab-stop:none; mso-level-number-position:left; text-indent:-.25in;} @list l0:level3 {mso-level-number-format:roman-lower; mso-level-tab-stop:none; mso-level-number-position:right; text-indent:-9.0pt;} @list l0:level4 {mso-level-tab-stop:none; mso-level-number-position:left; text-indent:-.25in;} @list l0:level5 {mso-level-number-format:alpha-lower; mso-level-tab-stop:none; mso-level-number-position:left; text-indent:-.25in;} @list l0:level6 {mso-level-number-format:roman-lower; mso-level-tab-stop:none; mso-level-number-position:right; text-indent:-9.0pt;} @list l0:level7 {mso-level-tab-stop:none; mso-level-number-position:left; text-indent:-.25in;} @list l0:level8 {mso-level-number-format:alpha-lower; mso-level-tab-stop:none; mso-level-number-position:left; text-indent:-.25in;} @list l0:level9 {mso-level-number-format:roman-lower; mso-level-tab-stop:none; mso-level-number-position:right; text-indent:-9.0pt;} --> </style><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white;">A good friend of mine began working at Origin SC before me and it sounded like an interesting position. I came on 9 years ago as a Representative Payee Counselor and since then I have watched all the programs that Origin SC offers <g class="gr_ gr_42 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_hide gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar" data-gr-id="42" id="42"><g class="gr_ gr_45 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_hide gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar" data-gr-id="45" id="45">grow</g></g> and do a great job with serving our community.</span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><b>2.<span style="font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="background-color: white;">What has surprised you the most about working at Origin SC? </span><o:p></o:p></b></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: 15.399999618530273px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"> </span></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: 15.399999618530273px;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white;">What has surprised me most by working at Origin SC is how important the programs we offer are to our clients and our community. Without these programs, a lot of individuals would be in unfortunate situations. We work hard to ensure that our clients have the best services that we can offer.</span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: 15.399999618530273px;"><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><b>3.<span style="font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="background-color: white;">What is an experience that has really shaped who you are? </span><o:p></o:p></b></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: 15.399999618530273px;"><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="line-height: 15.399999618530273px;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;">The past 9 years working as Origin SC has shaped who I am by making me more empathetic and patient. You never know what other individuals are going through and I believe that it is so important to always be kind and understanding<b>.<o:p></o:p></b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><b>4.<span style="font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 9.799999237060547px;"> </span></b><b><span style="background-color: white;">How has Origin SC helped you in your career development?</span></b><span style="background-color: white;"></span><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: 15.399999618530273px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"> </span></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: 15.399999618530273px;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white;">Origin SC has always given me the opportunities and tools to grow my career within the organization. I work with a lot of wonderful people who have always supported me and pushed me to be the best that I can be.</span><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: 15.399999618530273px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"> </span></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: 15.399999618530273px;"><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><b>5.<span style="font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 9.799999237060547px;"> </span></b><b><span style="background-color: white;">What is one thing that you are most proud of? </span></b><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;">I am proud of how far I have come over the past 10 years. I have grown to become a better mother, friend, and colleague. I look forward to becoming even better over the next 10 years.</span><span face="Open Sans, sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-5883019341668797382021-02-01T11:52:00.003-05:002021-02-01T11:52:39.985-05:00February: Financial Aid Awareness Month (#FINAIDFEB)<p><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">February is recognized as Financial Aid Awareness Month to
help provide crucial information <span style="background: white;">to
students and families about access to federal, state, and institutional student
aid.</span></span><span style="background: white; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;"> </span><span style="background: white; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Students spend most of their time applying
for college, and not enough time preparing for college costs. The financial aid
process is the most important part of college preparation. Applying for
financial aid can help you avoid a
lot of debt by providing you with the options available through your school and
the federal government. Most students qualify for scholarships and grants,
which can make college a realistic and
affordable option. February is also the perfect time to complete your FAFSA
(Free Application for Federal Student Aid) if you have not already done so.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">FAFSA TIPS 101:<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoListParagraph" style="background: white; line-height: 14.0pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: center; text-indent: -.25in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">-Have the following
documents and information ready when filling out the </span><a href="https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">FAFSA</span></a><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">:<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14.0pt; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 1.0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-list: l2 level2 lfo3; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">ü<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Your most recent year's tax forms, or end-of-the-year pay stubs<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14.0pt; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 1.0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-list: l2 level2 lfo3; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">ü<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Your W-2 forms<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14.0pt; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 1.0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-list: l2 level2 lfo3; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">ü<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Records of the most recent year's untaxed income, such as child <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>support
and support from agencies such as Social Services, Social Security, and the
Veteran Administration. (Do not attach copies of these documents to your <a href="https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa" target="_blank">FAFSA</a>, they are only for reference
when you file.)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14.0pt; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 1.0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-list: l2 level2 lfo3; tab-stops: list 1.0in; text-indent: -.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">ü<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->The student's correct social security number<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14.0pt; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 51.0pt; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> </span></o:p></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14.0pt; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 51.0pt; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Save TIME & ENERGY with these 10 HELPFUL TIPS
when filling out the FAFSA!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14.0pt; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 51.0pt; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> </span></o:p></p>
<ol start="1" style="margin-top: 0in;" type="1">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Do
not leave any questions blank. If your answer is zero, then write
"0".<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Read
and follow instructions carefully, even if you have filled out the FAFSA
before, because questions and instructions change.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">If
you are a parent with multiple children, fill out a separate <a href="https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa" target="_blank">FAFSA</a> for each student. Make
sure each social security number (SSN) is correct for each child. Incorrect
SSNs delay processing.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">If
you are a <a href="https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/federal-aid/fafsa-dependent-or-independent-student/" target="_top" title="FAFSA: Dependent or Independent Student">dependent student</a>, ask your parents to help you
fill out the <a href="https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa" target="_blank">FAFSA</a>. Financial aid offices contact
the student first so it is important that both you and your parent(s) know
the information on the FAFSA.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Obtain
the Federal school code from the school or schools you are interested in
attending.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Double
check figures and calculations. 40% of the forms with mistakes are
delayed. Mistakes can also limit the amount of aid you receive.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Do
not report the net value of your primary residence. Asset questions are
only for secondary and investment properties.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Both
the parent and the student (if applicable) must sign and date the <a href="https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa" target="_blank">FAFSA</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Fill
out the forms early. This gives you an advantage because campus-based aid
is awarded on a first-come first-serve basis.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Also, the FAFSA must be filed every year.
Report any changes in your financial situation to your financial aid
administrator because they can affect your eligibility.
<o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ol>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> </span></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Once you receive your FAFSA award amount, it is time to
ask yourself some questions. Does this amount cover my full tuition? If not,
how much am I left to pay for? <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>How <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>will I re-pay these loans once I have <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>graduated? <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We want to help you with this stressful
thought process!<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 2;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">More than 42 million borrowers nationwide
currently have student debt of $100,000 or less. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Did you know South Carolina is ranked 19th in the nation for
average student debt load? According to the Consumer Financial Protection
Bureau, about 1 in 4 borrowers are delinquent or in default on their student
loans.</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Whether you are preparing to go to college,
are currently a student with student loans, or you have graduated college and
have student loan payments, we are here to guide you.</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Our
certified counselors assess your budget, loans, employment, and financial goals
to determine the best option. We can walk you through submitting applications
or contact your student loan servicer. We can help you find the repayment plan
that is manageable & works best for you. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top: 0in;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Gain an understanding of your repayment options<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Receive assistance with the application process<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Learn what to do if you are in default on a student
loan<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Learn about loan consolidation as an option to better
manage your student loans<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Student Loan Counseling Session:</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> $60 one-time upfront fee, refundable if
unable to work with your student loans.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Call
843.628.3000 </span><a href="mailto:twatson@originsc.org"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">email
us</span></a></span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> us to schedule
an individual appointment with one of our licensed credit counselors.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyzFL6frRmO7M1K-d2tTAjGVmEMTYDoJWZ6qWapkCNF61Z4C8Ew5tYngjm0X4g-KV0tWLGhbB8klXe9Y0OT_571FbRM8tIMN1OVCJkophp8FJHfLaixRQN-uHBiqyAdVKqUNn3KAq5cfo/s2048/2019_FAAM_infographic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1117" height="836" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyzFL6frRmO7M1K-d2tTAjGVmEMTYDoJWZ6qWapkCNF61Z4C8Ew5tYngjm0X4g-KV0tWLGhbB8klXe9Y0OT_571FbRM8tIMN1OVCJkophp8FJHfLaixRQN-uHBiqyAdVKqUNn3KAq5cfo/w457-h836/2019_FAAM_infographic.jpg" width="457" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><br /></span><span style="color: #555555; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span><p></p>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-75682859411379295752020-12-29T19:48:00.000-05:002020-12-29T19:48:43.842-05:00Financial Planning tips for the New Year <p><b><span style="line-height: 17.1200008392334px;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">Financial Planning tips for the New Year </span></span></b></p><style class="WebKit-mso-list-quirks-style"> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; margin-top:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-bottom:8.0pt; margin-left:0in; line-height:107%; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; 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But fewer than 50% of those resolution-makers were expected to keep their vow for a full year, which is not a good sign for hopes of improved money management.Start your New Year off with a new resolution in the right direction with a plan, a financial plan! Be sure to begin with small realistic goals first so you can move toward your larger goals. <span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;"> First look at a large goal such as buying a house or retiring early and then look at the things you will need to do to reach that larger goal. Regardless of your goal, it is wise to set up a support <a>system</a></span><span class="MsoCommentReference"><a class="msocomanchor" id="_anchor_1" language="JavaScript" name="_msoanchor_1">[LJ1]</a> </span><span style="background-color: white;">to make it easier to reach your financial goals and Origin SC is ready to help you. It is also important to measure your progress periodically throughout the year. Here is what Tavia Watson, the licensed and HUD certified coach at Origin SC suggested. “</span><span style="color: #201f1e;">Develop financial goals (short term and long term) navigate a plan to achieve your goals Budget monthly include all expenses: fixed, variable and periodic expenses. Open a Christmas fund with your bank and use this account for a savings (not technically for Christmas gifts) but for things related to your goals: Purchase a home, car, pay off debt, go on vacation.”<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 15.693333625793457px;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 15.693333625793457px;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 17.1200008392334px;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;">Here are 4 more tips to begin your journey down the right path to successful finances. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><span style="color: #202124; line-height: 107%;">1.<span style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="line-height: 17.1200008392334px;">Start a budget – </span></b><span style="line-height: 17.1200008392334px;">create a monthly budget and reduce spending in specific categories as each month goes <a>on</a>. Your budget should include your monthly fixed, variable, and periodic expenses. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #202124; line-height: 17.1200008392334px;">Examples of fixed costs include rental lease payments, salaries, </span><span style="color: #202124; line-height: 17.1200008392334px;">insurance<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;">, property taxes, interest expenses, depreciation, and potentially some utilities. Variable costs can be </span>general expenses such as clothing, groceries, and car maintenance, or resource expenses such as fuel, electricity, gas, and water. Periodic expenses are things like car repairs and costs that happen every so often.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 107%;">2.<span style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="line-height: 17.1200008392334px;">Work towards getting out of debt</span></b><span style="line-height: 17.1200008392334px;">– set up payment plans, reduce spending, and contact Origin SC’s <a href="https://originsc.org/financial-education-coaching/debt-management/" target="_blank">Debt Management program</a>! </span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 107%;">3.<span style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="line-height: 17.1200008392334px;">Start saving $</span></b><span style="line-height: 17.1200008392334px;">- stop eating out, less frequent visits to coffee shops (make your own at home), find ways to save on utilities, and set a monthly savings goal.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 107%;">4.<span style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="line-height: 17.1200008392334px;">Learn about money & finances</span></b><span style="line-height: 17.1200008392334px;">- <span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;">It will help to learn more about how to successfully manage your money. </span>Every year at Origin SC, we help thousands of people gain control over their financial future. Our licensed staff in the <a href="https://originsc.org/financial-education-coaching/" target="_blank">Financial Education & <g class="gr_ gr_112 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_hide gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar" data-gr-id="112" id="112">Coaching </g></a></span><span style="line-height: 17.1200008392334px;"><g class="gr_ gr_112 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_hide gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar" data-gr-id="112" id="112"> division</g> of Origin SC will help you create and stick to a budget, break the chains of debt, and plan for the long-term. Our programs include:<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><a href="https://originsc.org/coaching/" target="_blank">Financial Coaching</a><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><a href="https://originsc.org/credit-improvement/" target="_blank">Credit Improvement</a><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><a href="https://originsc.org/financial-ed/debt-management/" target="_blank">Debt Management</a><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><a href="https://originsc.org/bankruptcy/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Bankruptcy Counseling</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><a href="https://originsc.org/classes/" target="_blank">Financial Education Workshops</a><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><a href="https://originsc.org/financial-education-coaching/student-debt-solutions/" target="_blank">Student Loan Counseling</a><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="line-height: 15.693333625793457px;"><span style="line-height: 17.1200008392334px;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 15.693333625793457px;"><span style="line-height: 17.1200008392334px;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Organizer-Hardcover-Financial-Envelopes-Stickers/dp/B088FBC7L5/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=Budget+Planner+2021&qid=1608047769&s=books&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyUVlQR0pLQTBaWDcwJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTM2MDg3MjI2WUtIWU1QREVFTiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMDg2NDc1MVAxNjRKV0RKTFNLOSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU= " target="_blank">Budget Planner Recommendation 1 </a><o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 15.693333625793457px;"><span style="line-height: 17.1200008392334px;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/GoGirl-Budget-Planner-Financial-Organizer/dp/B07QB29NQ1/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=Budget+Planner+2021&qid=1608047831&s=books&sr=1-2-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFVVVhDSEtYTVVINU4mZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTAyNDc1ODIzN0UxUFBYVURRN1dGJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA2NzM4NTUyUkFVRUZLUUZMRFdLJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;">Budget Planner Recommendation 2</span></a></span></p><div><div><div class="msocomtxt" id="_com_1" language="JavaScript"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><a name="_msocom_1"></a></span><p class="MsoCommentText"><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: small;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoCommentText"><br /></p></div></div></div>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-42353337166711872092020-12-29T19:41:00.007-05:002020-12-29T19:49:06.619-05:00Meet the Staff: Amy Bare <p> <b style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">MEET THE STAFF: Amy Bare </span></b></p><style class="WebKit-mso-list-quirks-style"> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:Calibri; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpGcl_yAF9tWqpLLu6Kf0uol67TKniQRn5ffRxjpwLIwcVwQlRpj1HJrW0-pJhro1K80QuP0eblthSmAD8slrwUZTj1GDLSs-dQAEu0U8PJOOrN2jnwSGLL6tg0bE9ZFiLNydZm9RtQ3Q/s291/Amy+Bare.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="283" data-original-width="291" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpGcl_yAF9tWqpLLu6Kf0uol67TKniQRn5ffRxjpwLIwcVwQlRpj1HJrW0-pJhro1K80QuP0eblthSmAD8slrwUZTj1GDLSs-dQAEu0U8PJOOrN2jnwSGLL6tg0bE9ZFiLNydZm9RtQ3Q/s0/Amy+Bare.jpg" /></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> </span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">1.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma;">What drew you to Origin SC originally? And how has the organization changed since? </span></b><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">As a graduate student pursuing my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I was seeking opportunities for an internship this past summer and hoped to join an organization whose values and commitment to community aligned with my own. For me, it was and remains important to be a part of a mission that is centered <g class="gr_ gr_62 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_hide gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar" data-gr-id="62" id="62">in</g> the promotion of equity, fairness, and stability where individuals and families are empowered through strength-based services such as advocacy, counseling, and education.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">2.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma;">What has surprised you the most about working at Origin SC?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma;">I don’t know that I was necessarily surprised, but I have certainly been invigorated by the dedication and commitment of our staff to the mission of our organization and most importantly, by the intense effort they give on behalf of our clients. It is both refreshing and inspiring to work with a group of compassionate professionals who recognize that the relationships we build with our clients are as important to our success as the services we offer. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="line-height: 15.399999618530273px;"><b><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">3.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma;">What is an experience that has really shaped who you are?</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; margin-left: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">There have been several life experiences and thankfully, many amazing and inspiring people along my path that have certainly influenced who I am today. I would have to say though, that it was my own personal journey of coming out that has shaped me the most. The reason for that is because mine was also a journey of self-acceptance and it was something only I could do for myself. Coming out is a very personal decision and the process is different for everyone. Ultimately, what guided my decision to come out was my own personal desire for authenticity and integrity. By that, I simply mean, I wanted to experience the realness of life openly, honestly, and in congruence with my own personal values and beliefs. That decision, by far, has made all the difference in my life and has provided me with a sense of purpose and wholeness that I may have never experienced otherwise. Personal challenges help make life interesting. Overcoming them is what makes life meaningful. I’m grateful for this journey. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">4.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 7pt; line-height: 9.799999237060547px;"> </span></b><b><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma;">How has Origin SC helped you in your career development?</span></b><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma;"></span><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; margin-left: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">My own lived experience has instilled in me both a personal and professional commitment to counseling, advocacy, and community outreach initiatives that serve to encourage and advance equality, diversity, and inclusion. Working at Origin SC has provided me with a unique opportunity to do exactly that while building trusted partnerships with other community organizations with a shared purpose of helping individuals and families throughout the Lowcountry area.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="line-height: 15.399999618530273px;"><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">5.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 7pt; line-height: 9.799999237060547px;"> </span></b><b><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma;">What is one thing that you are most proud of? </span></b><b><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;">I am most proud of my decision to go back to school to earn my master’s degree after having spent 23 years in a completely different career field. That decision is what eventually brought me here to Origin SC where I am reminded daily of the kindness, compassion, and empathy that not only still exists, but shows up every day engaged and determined to create a positive impact in the everyday lives of real people and their families.<o:p></o:p></span></p>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-15699801750977923132020-12-15T11:57:00.000-05:002020-12-15T11:57:20.157-05:00Meet the Staff: Amy Greer <p> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>MEET THE STAFF: Amy Greer <o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Title: Homeless Prevention Case Manager<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Hometown: Lafayette IN<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Years Working for Origin: 1.75<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Favorite Hobby: Shopping <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYRxUIntUHu-fJ8E3blrORMHpFHMnj-u_FMS5c4WpL2wJAiCp2yKMOH63CtarBF59yi4FUWzes07vdOMZDyRYQ0UjmJGxVHHanXLtGwt06M_vqTTbw34gCG7W1Yx9iMKLsg_3kZGPCwb0/s1931/Amy+Greer+-+Photo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1931" data-original-width="1430" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYRxUIntUHu-fJ8E3blrORMHpFHMnj-u_FMS5c4WpL2wJAiCp2yKMOH63CtarBF59yi4FUWzes07vdOMZDyRYQ0UjmJGxVHHanXLtGwt06M_vqTTbw34gCG7W1Yx9iMKLsg_3kZGPCwb0/w237-h320/Amy+Greer+-+Photo.jpg" width="237" /></a></div><p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><b><span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">1.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span></b><span style="background: white; color: black; font-family: "Open Sans";"><b>What drew you to Origin SC originally? And how
has the organization changed since? </b><span style="font-weight: bold;"> </span>I
was drawn to the organization when I was in college and saw a presentation from
Kristin about the programs and services Origin offers and thought it would be a
good place to work.</span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><span style="background: white; color: black;"><b> <span style="font-family: Open Sans;">What has surprised you the most about working at
Origin SC? </span></b><span style="font-family: Open Sans;">The amount of people who need our services from housing, debt
management, homeless prevention, representative payee and conservator all serve
a vital role in the community and allowing people who might not be able to
flourish without assistance flourish,</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><b><span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">3.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span></b><b><span style="background: white; color: black; font-family: "Open Sans"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">What is an experience that has really shaped who
you are? </span></b>Taking care of
my dad who passed away in 2016 of Alzheimer's. I had to learn compassion, how
to handle someone else money, how to work with debt collections, how social
security works, how to be an advocate. But most of all how to talk to people
with out making them feel dumb when they did not know or understand something. It
gave me a deeper understanding that people need to be loved right where they
are and learning to communicate love to them is a despite intellectual barriers
is vital for successful relationships.</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><b><span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">4.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span></b><b><span style="background: white; color: black; font-family: "Open Sans"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">How has Origin SC helped you in your career development? </span></b>I love getting
to learn to do new things from working in debt management and helping to
digitize the program, then working in homeless prevention and RepPayee I am
learning to work with Social Security and filling out reports, also I get to
work with people finding solutions to rental issues. So I have learned a lot of
things and somehow information I have learned despite the job I still use to
help the clients I serve.</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><b><span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">5.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span></b><b><span style="background: white; color: black; font-family: "Open Sans"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">What is one thing that you are most proud of? </span></b>Getting my bachelor’s degree before I turned 30!</p>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5004194577120349683.post-36400738585178739222020-12-01T11:30:00.001-05:002020-12-08T10:53:58.772-05:00Giving Tuesday 2020<p> <b><span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">What
is Giving Tuesday?</span></b></p>
<p style="background: white; margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;">Giving
Tuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to
do good. Over the past seven years, it has grown into a global movement that
inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate
generosity. Whether it’s making someone smile, helping a neighbor or stranger
out, showing up for an issue or people we care about, or giving some of what we
have to those who need our help, every act of generosity counts and everyone
has something to give.</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">When is Giving Tuesday?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Giving Tuesday 2020 is Tuesday, December 1<sup>st</sup>
2020.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">How is Origin SC participating in Giving
Tuesday and how can you help?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p style="background: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;">This year for Giving Tuesday, Origin SC is
raising funds for our FVIP (Family Violence Intervention Program). With your
support, Origin SC’s Family Violence Intervention Program continues to make
progress towards ending the cycle of domestic violence. Your gift directly
supports victims of domestic violence on their path to becoming SURVIVORS. We
know one of the major factors that often prevents victims from leaving their
abuser is a lack of financial stability. Your contribution enables us to help
provide supportive services to victims of domestic violence that help them
achieve emotional and financial stability. Your unrestricted donation to Origin
SC can help raise awareness about domestic violence and strengthen financial
stability in the community creating a healthier local (and personal)
economy. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;">Donate NOW: <a href="https://originsc.networkforgood.com/projects/112712-family-violence-intervention-program-everyday-giving" target="_blank">https://originsc.networkforgood.com/projects/112712-family-violence-intervention-program-everyday-giving</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white;"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; mso-themecolor: text1;">Origin SC – FVIP Program Overview &
Success Stories<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-themecolor: text1;">At Origin SC, we offer group workshops and individual
counseling for those who have experienced violence or abuse in the home. We
know that the first step to healing is asking for help and, when that happens,
we’ll be there to offer support and guidance. Each client is seen for an
individual assessment to determine their specific needs. Once needs are
determined, each client receives a treatment plan and is seen either in a group
or individual setting.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-themecolor: text1;">Our programs include:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top: 0in;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; color: black; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 3.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-themecolor: text1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;"><a href="https://originsc.org/anger-management/"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-themecolor: text1;">Anger Management</span></b></a></span><b><span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></b></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; color: black; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 3.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-themecolor: text1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;"><a href="https://originsc.org/fvip/batterers-intervention/"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-themecolor: text1;">Batterers Intervention</span></b></a></span><b><span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></b></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; color: black; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 3.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-themecolor: text1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;"><a href="https://originsc.org/empowerment/"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-themecolor: text1;">Domestic Violence Victims Program</span></b></a></span><b><span style="font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></b></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-themecolor: text1;">We understand the various dynamics influencing life
situations, and are prepared to take on even the most challenging
circumstances.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F7F7F7; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;"><b><span style="color: #4d4d4d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Below are two
testimonials from recent graduates of the program.</span></b><span style="color: #4d4d4d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F7F7F7; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;"><i><span style="color: #4d4d4d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“At first I didn’t
realize why I needed classes. As the classes went on, I was shocked at how much
I have learned and needed to learn about myself. I learned self- care is very
important, as a mother of four I forgot about myself. These classes gave me my
life and my self-worth back. They taught me it’s ok to start over if needed.
The financial class taught me budgeting and savings ideas. My counselor gave me
many resources. Learning about the different types of abuse helped me a lot.
Setting boundaries with my husband has also helped</span></i><span style="color: #4d4d4d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">. <i>I learned a safety plan if anything
in the future occurs. Origin SC, thank you for helping me see me for how great
I am truly! I would highly recommend these classes to any friend or family
members. I look forward to taking the First Time Homebuyers class! Thanks again
Origin and my counselor! Y’all are the best!”</i><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: #F7F7F7; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;"><i><span style="color: #4d4d4d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“I was scared, I
didn’t know what options I had. I was constantly giving in to my abuser and
walking on eggshells trying to make him happy and have him leave my children
and I alone. My friends were frustrated with me, but his family and our church
was telling us that divorce was bad and I should just forgive him. As stressful
as it was, I’m grateful that DSS showed up at my apartment and referred me to
Origin SC because for the first time, I heard the truth about my situation
without judgement and was given everything I needed to succeed. Thank you.</span></i><span style="color: #4d4d4d; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>Origin SChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02102927706487326761noreply@blogger.com0