Brandywine Community Resource Council Inc

Community market and garden : serving nearly 9,000 people, we provide food assistance to individuals and families in the local community who find it difficult to afford the food they need. Food support includes meat, dairy, shelf-stable food items and limited fresh produce. The community market is open by appointment with day and evening pick up times available. We partner with area grocery stores and other community-based organizations to maximize food distribution. The addition of a 24-raised bed garden expanded our ability to offer more fresh produce options. Emergency food is also available. We are distribution site for community food supplemental program (cfsp) for people over 60. Additional case management services are provided to offer families support and referrals to needed services.

Brandywine senior center: serves active adults 50 and over. Programs offered include crafts (painting, ceramics, jewelry making), games (billiards, cards, puzzles, wii), bingo, line dancing, local and regional trips. Seniors can stay in shape in the fitness center and with our exercise and yoga classes. Learning and educational opportunities are offered through guest lecturers. Seniors stay connected online in our computer room. Resources for healthy living and nutritional support and lunch are also offered. 351 members ranging in age from 50-101 enjoyed a multitude of activities contributing positively to their health and wellness.

Empowered youth program - serves 4th through 8th graders in the brandywine school district. This afterschool and summer camp program helps students be the best they can be academically, socially, and emotionally. Students get help with homework, reduce stress and build self-esteem through activities, fitness and art. Community leaders and business owners teach leadership skills. 168 youth benefited from these services.

Learning center: serving 56 students, we offer educational services to adults and children including adult basic education, classes to improve reading, writing and math skills; and classes to prepare for the ged exam. Four students obtained a ged and moved on to post-secondary education and/or employment. English as a second language is offered to english language learners from 20 countries. Additional immigration services are also offered.

Family health:

Community development - encompasses various community activities and programs that help advance and support the individuals and families served by claymont community center. We provide a supportive environment that facilitates growth, family enrichment, civic development and community well-being, thus stimulating a higher level of quality of life for those we serve. Ccc houses one of the most comprehensive groups of social service programs serving any community in the state located in one building. The center participates in community planning and service coordination with other agencies and community groups to respond to ongoing and emerging human and social needs. In support of all of these activities, ccc manages the building and grounds, provides facility support, meeting rooms, utilities, reception and mail services, internet access, three commercial kitchens, two gymnasiums, a track, baseball and football fields, a playground and a dog park. The center had 95,569 visits welcoming people across the lifespan. Volunteers contributed nearly 3,000 hours of service.