Miami-Dade Community Action Agency (CAA) is a part of the County’s core social service departments. CAA is committed to delivering excellence by providing services that assist low-income individuals and families to gain self-sufficiency and economic independence, through a comprehensive list of programs that address a number of needs. The spirit of Community Action is helping people and changing lives, and is reflected in our commitment to the community.

COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
CELEBRATES NATIONAL COMMUNITY ACTION MONTH
"Sowing the Seeds of Change"

Miami-Dade Community Action Agency invites you to visit your Neighborhood Service Centers to learn more about how CAA can help change your life.

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Neighborhood Centers holding Open Houses during May to highlight services
Miami-Dade Community Action Agency Neighborhood Centers will be holding Open House events at their centers to showcase the programs and services being offered to the public as part of National Community Action Month.  Services range from access to free childcare, family development services, crisis assistance, computer training, services for youth and the elderly.  Residents are invited to visit their Neighborhood Center to learn more about the programs and services available to improve their quality of life.

For a listing of Neighborhood Centers and dates for Open Houses, contact Community Action Agency at 786-469-4600 or dial 311 from any phone.

Scholarships Available to Assist Low-Income College Students
Scholarships are available to assist college students from low-income communities in Miami-Dade County through the Community Action Agency Citizens Participation Program.  The program awards up to $1500 to students from designated target areas who meet the requirements for assistance.  These Scholarships have assisted students in your community achieve their educational dreams.

For additional information on the Scholarship Program or to obtain an application , contact Community Action Agency at 786-469-4600.

Need help paying your Utility Bills?.
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) can help, by providing assistance up to $200 per household on your energy bill.  Applications will be distributed beginning on May 27, 2008 at various Community Action Agency LIHEAP Distribution Centers in Miami-Dade County.

For a listing of LIHEAP Distribution Centers, their locations and times, contact Community Action Agency at 786-469-4600 or dial 311 from any phone.

2008 Community Action Resource Fair
Come out and meet over 80 service providers that include County Departments, State Agencies, Community Based Organizations, Faith Based Organizations, Vocational Schools, Local Colleges, Healthcare Providers, Childcare Providers, Elderly Services Providers and more all in one location on Thursday, May 29, 2008 at the Joseph Caleb Center.

For additional information about the Community Resource Fair , call 786-469-4600.

Community Action Agency Administrative Offices Have Moved
The Administrative Offices for Miami-Dade Community Action Agency have moved to the 9th and 10th floors of the Overtown Transit Village, located at 701 NW 1st Court, Miami, FL 33136.  The main switchboard number has been changed to 786-469-4600.

Free Childcare Available
Miami Dade County Community Action Agency’s Head Start/Early Head Start Program is accepting applications for children ages three (3) and four (4) years old to participate in the 2008-2009 program year. To be eligible, children must be at least three years of age on or before September 1, 2008.

For additional information on Head Start or to locate a center  accepting applications in your community  contact Head Start at 786-469-4600 or by dialing 311 from any phone.