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May 2020
TAP Head Start Open Enrollment
Due to the Coronavirus outbreak, Head Start will not be holding in-person enrollment events until further notice. For more information, or if you have a pre-scheduled appointment, please call 540.767.6094 or 540.767.6091.
Find out more »Roanoke’s Voice 2020
Note: this event has been postponed. We will post updates here when a new date has been scheduled. We thank you for your continued support.
Find out more »June 2020
TAP Employment and Resource Assistance
Out of work? TAP can help find the right next steps for you. We will have additional staff members on-site in Covington to help make a plan, support your family, and get back on track. When: Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (other times by appointment) Where: TAP Covington Office 118 S. Lexington Ave. Covington, VA 24426 We can help with: Applying for unemployment Applying for Food Stamps, TANF, or Medicaid Creating or updating your resume Finding and applying…
Find out more »Fathers First Parenting Class
Are you a father looking to improve your relationship with your children, spouse, or partner? Would you like to learn how to communicate more effectively or to be a more effective parent? Join us for our Fathers First parenting class! In this 8-week course we’ll cover topics such as self-awareness, communication, healthy relationships, parenting skills, and more. Classes will consist of self-paced work due on Mondays at 5:00 p.m. and weekly video conferences on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. Seating is…
Find out more »August 2020
Head Start Job Fair, August 14, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Join us for TAP's Head Start job fair. See event details for times and locations.
Find out more »TAP Books Sale
Note: this event has been postponed. We will post updates here when a new date has been scheduled. We thank you for your continued support.
Find out more »November 2020
Stand Down for Homeless Veterans: November 9, 2020
The 2020 Stand Down for Homeless Veterans event will take place on November 9. This event, sponsored by the Department of Labor, Salem VA Medical Center, and Total Action for Progress, will provide homeless veterans with several services, including: Flu and Hepatitis A shots Boxed meals Housing information Other supplies as needed This event will follow COVID-19 PPE, social distancing, and hygiene protocols. When and Where? November 9, 2020, 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Salem Civic Center 1001 Roanoke Blvd.…
Find out more »Clothing Closet Grand Opening (Virtual Hybrid Event)
Help us kick off the grand opening of our new clothing closet in Covington! This exciting new resource will provide free clothing to men, women, and children in need. VIRTUAL AND BY APPOINTMENT CLOTHING CLOSET EVENT: The kickoff event will be part virtual and part in-person by appointment. We'll post photos of some of the available items, and encourage anyone to ask questions in the event or via private message. This virtual grand opening event will take place in December,…
Find out more »December 2020
Bridging the Community Gap – Virtual Event
Join us (virtually!) for Bridging the Community Gap, a special night where we spread peace and joy through song and come together as one community. Bring your friends and a donation of books (new or used), socks, gloves, or canned goods! When and where is Bridging the Community Gap taking place? December 10, 2020 • 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. This year the event is going virtual to keep our community safe! Our co-host, the City of Roanoke, will be…
Find out more »SwiftStart/RESTORE Program Orientation
See event details for dates and other details.
Find out more »January 2021
Bag Day Giveaway – January 12, 13, 19 & 20
Join us for Bag Day on January 12, 13, 19 and 20! How Bag Day works: Visitors are allowed to take a 13-gallon bag of men and/or women’s clothing home with them when they sign up for a spot on one of these four Bag Days. We will provide the 13-gallon bags. Due to limited supplies, children’s clothing, shoes, and men’s suits are not included in the Bag Day Giveaway. Bag Days do not count towards the once-per-month limit on visits.…
Find out more »Y.A.L.E. Course: January 19, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Join us for our Y.A.L.E. course beginning January 19, 2021! This course will run for one week, with classes from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. What is Y.A.L.E.? Young Adult Life Enhancement (Y.A.L.E.) helps past or present court-involved young adults, ages 18-24, become self-sufficient, engaged citizens. Participants are paid while they learn valuable life skills and earn certifications. What does Y.A.L.E. offer? Y.A.L.E. offers its participants: Customer service and…
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