Youth Services
After School Homework Tutoring
This class provides a quiet and comfortable space for children to work on their homework. In order to support the academic improvement of resident children, each site is staffed with a Homework Tutor who provides one-to-one tutoring and homework assistance. On some properties we have established a cooperative relationship with the local school district to work with the children after normal school hours. The Homework Tutor also helps older youth to develop leadership skills by encouraging them to volunteer to tutor the younger children and to stay in school to obtain the necessary credentials that will prepare them for higher education and employment opportunities.
Computer Enrichment Program
Classes are offered on the use of the hardware and software programs. Special emphasis is made to help the students with school research and homework assignments using he computer
Reading Program
A library of children’s books has been established at many of our properties to help resident children discover that reading is fun. To require the children to read would defeat the program’s main objective. Instead, the homework tutors, after-school program staff, and parent volunteers read stories to the children at their request. Many children choose to read on their own on a daily basis. Incentives are provided to reward the children for their reading efforts and to encourage other children to develop the habit of reading for pleasure which can build vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Arts & Crafts
Arts and crafts classes are held to provide a fun and engaging environment for children. Through a variety of materials and resources, children are able to interact and design creative projects, individually and with other children.
Other Activities
Resident volunteers are used to supervise various youth activities including supervised internet access, movie nights with popcorn, social nights, barbecues and picnics, arts-n-crafts activities, sports activities including soccer coaching from international soccer star Juli Veee, and walking field trips to local libraries and parks.
Adult Services
Computer Instruction
Each site is staffed with a computer instructor who offers a basic computer course. Residents who are first-time computer users receive an introduction to computer technology. Residents who are in need of increased computer skills for school, employment, or personal growth purposes receive instruction in keyboarding skills, internet search skills, and various software applications such as word processing or spreadsheet programs.
E.S.L. (English as a Second Language)
Most site are staffed with an E.S.L. instructors who provide instruction to residents who wish to learn English or improve their English skills. The residents learn how to speak, read, and write in English. For those residents who are preparing for employment, an emphasis is placed on English for the workplace, including how to fill out an employment application and how to prepare for an interview. Resident students are supplied with free E.S.L. textbooks and materials to use both in the classroom and at home.
U.S. Citizenship
Courses are offered to residents who would like to become U.S. Citizens. Residents prepare for the exam given by the Immigration and Naturalization Service by reviewing test questions, practicing for the interview, and learning other important information about the citizenship process.
Consumer Credit Counseling
PSCDC has partnered with banks and financial institutions to bring financial literacy to our residents. The topics covered are money management skills, the use of credit, savings and predatory lending and financial fraud. We also encourage the formation of savers clubs and Individual Development Accounts to save for college, to start a business, or a deposit for first time home buyers.
Senior Services
Nutrition Classes
Weekly cooking classes with an emphasis on nutrition are offered to senior residents. A nutrition instructor promotes healthy eating habits by demonstrating healthy and nutritious meals to the residents. By improving the nutrient intake of our senior residents we assist them to remain healthy and independent in their communities.
Senior Fitness
Weekly exercise classes through Aging and Independent Services are offered to senior residents. The classes promote safe, fun, and effective senior fitness components such as low-impact exercise, stretching, relaxation, and fall prevention. These exercise classes promote the notion that good physical and mental health is a direct result of a safe and active exercise regimen.
Health & Wellness
PSCDC partners with health organizations such as local hospitals and community clinics to provide monthly health and wellness presentations, support groups, and free health screenings for our senior residents.
Social Activities
Various social activities such as bingo, arts-n-crafts, group outings, potlucks, and seasonal parties are offered to motivate our senior residents to remain socially active. Social activities are essential in assisting our senior residents to remain healthy as they age by keeping their body, mind, and spirit active and alive.
Transportation Services
We provide a transportation service for our senior residents so that they can go to medical appointments, trips to the pharmacy or personal shopping.
Other Programs
Food Program
A food distribution program is made available once a month to qualified residents contingent upon an agreement with the local food bank. The purpose of this program is to help residents with a supplemental source of food to meet their nutritional 
needs.
Community Safety and Crime Prevention
A Community Safety and Crime Prevention Program is developed in collaboration between the local police department, the property manager, and the residents of the properties. The objective of this effort is to maintain a crime free environment by offering crime prevention seminars to the residents and by implementing a Neighborhood Watch Program.
Referrals to Community Resources
PSCDC partners with various community agencies that have services to offer to our residents. The agencies are invited to visit the sites and hold presentations to familiarize the residents with their services. Community services which have been offered to the residents include, free or affordable health insurance, parenting classes, domestic violence awareness, health and wellness services, employment services, assistance with utility payments, and free or affordable tax preparation.
