Scholar House of Central Appalachia opens in Pikeville

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What a terrific program! Please watch the video interview with young mother Ashli Bryant as well. She's so brave... I wish her and her children all the best for a wonderful future.
For more on the Scholar House Program, which has several branches throughout Kentucky, please see: http://www.kyhousing.org/page.aspx?id=4209

http://www.wkyt.com/wymt/home/headlines/Scholar-House-of-Central-Appalachia-opens-in-Pikeville--258973641.html
Scholar House of Central Appalachia opens in Pikeville
May 12, 2014

PIKEVILLE, Ky. (WYMT) - After months of hard work and planning, a way to help single parents receive a college education became a reality in Downtown Pikeville.

Nestled in the middle of town, within walking distance of of both the University of Pikeville and Big Sandy Community and Technical College, the Scholar House of Central Appalachia provides a place for single parents and their children to not only live...but thrive.

Cathe Dykstra, President of Family Scholar House, Inc. says, "There are the housing and childcare components but then there is also the programming and that is the really important part of engaging families and giving them hope."

Providing a place to call home while they pursue a college degree. The program offers childcare, early childhood education classes, as well as guidance for parents on topics like finances and stress management.... MORE at above link.