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c. 1. A description of the localities and populations for which projects of the type authorized by title V are most needed. (20 CFR 641.325 (d))
Current Narrative:
Most recent West Virginia U.S. Census data shows the 2020 total population for the state of WV at 1,829,054. The population of individuals who are the SCSEP target audience, 55+, shows 617,395, which is 41.23 % of the total population. Of this population, an estimate of 16.9% are at poverty rates for families and people for whom poverty status is determined.
WV partners with a plethora of State and non- profit organizations that play the role of Host Agencies (H.A.). Majority of our H.A. are unable to hire additional help within their organizations due to the limit in funding, but they express that help is needed. H.A. range from local municipalities to State agencies to a local YMCA. All H.A. are essential to the overall success of the program, as they provide the hands-on training that is needed and vital to the program.
Within the SCSEP, priority of service is offered to the following individuals:
- Veteran or a Spouse of a Veteran
- 65 Years or Older
- Has a Disability
- Has Limited English Proficiency
- Low Literacy Skills
- Resides in Rural Area
- Low Employment Prospects
- Homeless or At Risk of Homelessness
- Failed to Find Employment After Utilizing Services Provided Under Title I
- Severely Low Employment Prospects and Living in an Area of Persistent Unemployment
- Formerly Incarcerated