The WINTER PARK COMMUNITY CENTER
Thw WPCC is one of the largest recreation centers in the area. The center has created a unique scholarship program to provide educational assistance to economically disadvantaged youth in West Winter Park. The assistance provided would be aimed toward:

(1) Teaching youth how to use computers to complete homework assignments and extra credit projects.

(2) Teaching youth how to research history and incorporating genealogy.

(3) Provide educational supplies to youth whose families cannot afford items

(4) Establish a mentoring program for those youth that are identified and demonstrate the potential to attend college but are unlikely to do so on their own. The program will match students with an adult mentor who will work with the student on bridging cultural differences, understanding adolescent development,building communication skills, providing individualized college preparation and understanding the program goals and policies.

(5) Provide FCAT assistance

(6) Provide interview and resume writing classes

For contribution information, Contact
Ron Moore, Recreation Chief,
Winter Park Community Center,
Phone: 407-599-3276
Email: rmoore@cityofwinterpark.org

KIDS HOUSE
Wayne Densch Children’s Avocacy Center
Kids House takes a team approach in dealing with child abuse. This allows for all involved agencies and victims to come together at one single facility, working together on a complete investigation including case history, sharing information and ideas, carrying through to assist with prosecution and then determining the best course to provide mental health treatment and medical follow-up for the child and family.
Further trauma and distress is tremendously reduced for the child using this unique team approach. Agencies are able to work together effectively and efficiently. A more thorough investigation can be conducted by sharing information and resources. With everyone working together, a child is much less likely to be overlooked or have to suffer continued abuse. Children also receive follow-up care, opening up a path of help, healing and hope.

Our facility is named in honor of the Wayne M. Densch Charitable Trust, Inc. Kids House is a warm, friendly environment where the needs of children come first. As soon as they walk in the door, children are invited to explore the playroom, located right in the lobby. There is also an outdoor playground and toys for all ages. Books, movies, and crafts are accessible and encouraged in an effort to make the children feel as comfortable as possible through their ordeal. The interview rooms are decorated with lively murals to be inviting and kid-friendly while being equipped with advanced video and audio recording devices to gather the best possible evidence for use at trial. Even the medical exam rooms are decorated with cheerful themes to calm and delight children of all ages. If you are interested in a tour of our facility, please contact us at 407-324-3036 or email Dana Turner at turner@kidshouse.org.