The Watertown Area
United Way is the critical link in our community – the Board of Directors have
the important responsibility to the contributors to address community issues in
the Watertown Area – to make positive changes in people’s lives. Our four
Community Impact areas are:
1. Strengthening and Supporting
Watertown Area Families
Strong Families:
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Have the knowledge and skills to
thrive.
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Live in a safe and healthy
environment.
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Have access to affordable, quality
services and supports.
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Have strong family and community
ties.
2. Helping Watertown Area Children and
youth Succeed
Successful children and youth:
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Enjoy healthy social, emotional,
cognitive and physical development.
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Have opportunities to grown and
achieve their full potential.
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Have nurturing and supportive
caretakers and providers.
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Have access to affordable, quality
early care and education.
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Experience safe, quality learning
environments.
3. Supporting Vulnerable and Aging
Watertown Area Populations
Vulnerable and Aging Individuals need:
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A nurturing support system.
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Access to comprehensive health
care services.
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Service that support independence
and minimize institutionalization.
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Access to emergency and
transitional services that foster long-term independence.
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To be involved in decisions
regarding their own care.
4. Promoting Self-Sufficiency of
Watertown Area Residents
Self Sufficient people:
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Receive quality education and have
life and work skills.
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Have access to quality jobs, work
supports and career opportunities.
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Are supported in entrepreneurial
efforts.
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Can build savings and access
capital.
