A Free Service for
Families and Children

HANOC helps families with limited economic means to become more financially independent and integrated into the schools and community by coordinating resources to meet their needs. HANOC is a collaborative effort of the West Hartford Public Schools, Town of West Hartford, West Hartford Housing Authority, and other community agencies.

Current Programs Offered at HANOC

After-School Homework Center:

The after-school homework center provides structure, support, and resources for children to successfully complete homework and to manage school difficulties. Teacher and parents volunteers and school support staff are on hand to assist children and answer parent questions.

Monday to Thursday 3:30 to 5:30

Case Management Services – Family Self-Sufficiency

Professionals are on-site to provide assessment, information, referrals, food and housing assistance, employment assistance, and career and mental health counseling.

Monday to Thursday by appointment

Parent Support Group

The parent support group provides parents an opportunity to set goals, share concerns and provide mutual support. They are the advisors to HANOC, and a variety of leadership and parenting training opportunities are available through participation in this group.

Mondays 5:30 to 6:30

Play Group

Moms and their children, ages birth to 4, come together to enjoy a supportive environment with snacks, activities, fun, and learning.

Adult Education

Basic skills, GED, and ESOL classes are available for parents at HANOC.

Three nights a week.

Women’s Group

This is a group for women living in the Hillcrest Avenue area who are interested in personal growth and building self-confidence in all areas of life.

Tuesdays 6:00 to 7:00 pm, childcare provided

Middle School Group

Staff from the Bridge Family Center and the West Hartford Public Schools provides activities, programs, and support for students in Grades 6-8 in the areas of enhancing social skills, building self-esteem, and understanding gender and cultural diversity.

Thursdays 5:00

Summer Programs

A free summer program is provided at HANOC. Students attend a morning session of academics in which they read novels, write reader’s responses in journals, write and illustrate books, and practiced math facts and concepts on math blaster on the computer.

July 16 - August 16

OPPORTUNITIES TO VOLUNTEER

HANOC provides many opportunities for volunteerism. If you want to help make a child’s future brighter, consider volunteering at HANOC. If you want to mentor an adult or help senior citizens, consider volunteering at HANOC.

HANOC has a “Wish List”.

Who do you Call??

	Yvonne Tafuto, Social Worker, Human Services, Town Hall, 523-3252
	Bobbie Tundermann, School Psychologist, Duffy School, 521-0110

HANOC serves all families living in the Hillcrest Avenue neighborhood and children attending any of the West Hartford Public Schools, including Duffy, Webster Hill, Wolcott, Sedgwick, and Conard.

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A Free Service for Families and Children