Neighborhood Transformation Center
We are an Elmira-based community center designed to provide programs and services to members of the community at large.The Neighborhood Transformation Center assists families in continuing to develop and refresh skills that are fundamental to happy and healthy lives. We welcome ALL members of the community in all age brackets, from all cultural and educational backgrounds, ethnicities, skin colors, heritages, differing abilities, gender affiliations, socioeconomic standing, and belief systems.We believe that by building relationships, we can create a safe place for people to learn, participate in activities, and grow.
About Us
The Neighborhood Transformation Center is located at 314 W. Church St. in Elmira, NY.We feel privileged to sere our diverse community, hear powerful stories of struggles over overcoming them, partake in meals together, meet families, make friends, source/ collect and disperse clothing and hygiene items, create art with, and partner with other impactful community organizations such as The United Way and The Food Bank of the Sothern Tier.The Neighborhood Transformation Center strives to provide a safe and nurturing environment. We are staffed by employees and the gracious efforts of our volunteers. We advocate for our families by collaborating with other agencies to assess needs, refer for services and supports in accomplishing goals.
Our Mission
Mission: We are a home for transformation, where individuals of all backgrounds find support for their physical, emotional, and social well-being, leading to the cultivation of stronger, more connected neighborhoods.
Vision: To foster a future where empowered individuals build stronger, more connected communities, transforming lives and creating positive change.
Programs
Parent-Child Interactive Rooms: Two large rooms (one each: nursery/toddlers, and grade school children) are outfitted with furniture (both child and adult-sized) as well as a variety of toys, games, and books to encourage drop-in play. NTC also has a playground with slides, tubes, and swings as well as benches for fun during the nice weather.
Parenting Classes: NTC hosts Parenting with Heart (10-week sessions) and FLIP-IT (5-week sessions). These classes are structured, curriculum-based parenting education.
One Less Worry Closet: We offer free feminine hygiene products Monday–Friday from 9 am-1 pm or by appointment.
Community Meal Programs: Served every Monday and Thursday, 5 pm to 6 pm. More than a meal, it is an opportunity for people to socialize in a family environment. Also featured are regularly scheduled entertainment and educational programs. At least six hundred meals are served each month.
Community Garden: Just a few steps from the community meal kitchen is a community garden. With the help of area groups and volunteers, we encourage interested people to grow their own produce. Produce from the garden is also used in our community meals and is offered to anyone desiring fresh vegetables.
Laundry: A person’s sense of self is an important factor in that person’s ability to move forward to achieve goals. Showers and clean clothes make everyone feel good, and when one feels good, they can be inspired to achieve more. Individuals and families use NTC’s laundry machines and free detergent/dryer sheets to wash clothes and linens. Available Monday–Friday 9 am to 1:30 pm or by appointment.
What can we do for each other?
Our Family Resource Center is easily accessible and welcoming.We offer strength-based programs as well as providing resources and/or assistance with community referrals.
Self-help programs are empowered to use our facilities for a safe meeting space for their members and interested participants.
A community closet and community garden are among some of our more popular features.
We are always interested in speaking with our community members who wish to contribute through time or other material means. Please reach out!
Events
Community Transformation Event Calendar is in the works, in the meantime, feel free to check out the below:
Relatives As Parents (RaP): Monthly meetings designed to provide support and information to relatives in the role of parents raising children 0 to 18 years. Topics explore everything from legal/financial assistance and are paired with a fun family activity.
Family Move Night: Wholesome, family-friendly movies are offered free once a month. We love seeing families gather for popcorn and a show. What better way to share time, a laugh, and spark conversation than through an engaging, fun family film?
What's Next?
Unsure where to start? Reach out, and we will help you seek the community resources we know are available.
We check e-mails daily.
Responses are first come, first served.
Board of Directors
President- Julie Chambers Wadworth
Vice President- Rob Stanton
Secretary- Shannon Benton
Member- Keith Meyers
Member- Christine O'Herron
Member- Elliot Houghtelling
Member- Corey Cooke
Thank you
We check e-mail once a day and responses take up to 72 hours depending on the nature of the request and our current case load and community program schedule.
Glad to be in touch!
Thank you
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