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Chief Executive of WAGES Applauds Expansion of Medicaid

Chief Executive of WAGES Applauds Expansion of Medicaid

Governor Roy Cooper signed off on legislation this week expanding Medicaid in North Carolina. The program will grow as soon as the next state budget is in place. Patricia Beier, the Chief Executive Officer of WAGES calls it a “transformational” move, expanding health care options for hardworking families who would otherwise not have access to…read more »

Six Complete Launch Program, One Wins $5000 Prize

Six Complete Launch Program, One Wins $5000 Prize

Six entrepreneurs are closer to their dreams of successful businesses thanks to Launch Goldsboro. Launch Goldsboro is an initiative that strives to develop successful local entrepreneurs by giving them access to training and resources for improving and expanding their businesses. At the end of the eight-week program, participants compete for a monetary award. This year’s…read more »

Stephen & Susan Parr Family Learning Center Opens

Stephen & Susan Parr Family Learning Center Opens

A collaboration between the United Way of Wayne County and WAGES resulted in the dedication and Wayne County Chamber of Commerce, ribbon cutting of the Stephen and Susan Parr Family Learning Center at 243 Sleep Creek Road in Dudley. Greg Shackelford, past United Way of Wayne County Board Chair welcomed guests and thanked the sponsors…read more »

WAGES Receives Funds For Early Head Start Programs

WAGES Receives Funds For Early Head Start Programs

Last week, HHS’ Administration for Children and Families awarded new Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership and Early Head Start Expansion funds to 62 agencies in 32 different states and Puerto Rico. The grants will provide Early Head Start services encompassing early learning and development, health, and family well-being to 5,100 infants and toddlers and their…read more »

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