On the next Central Issues, how the United Way is changing the way it addresses growing concerns in the Central New York community.  As part of the United Way’s preparation for its next three year cycle of funding, it recently released the findings of a study that explored the current needs of Onondaga County residents.  The results of the 2010 Community Needs Assessment were alarming.  Many members in the community are experiencing increased difficulty in meeting their basic needs for food and shelter, citing that their financial situation was worse than three years ago.  In fact, forty-eight percent of clients surveyed indicated that they were unemployed, forcing many to choose between paying for food and housing.  Accordingly, the United Way has decided to restructure its funding priorities to better fit the changing needs of the community.  Joining us tonight is Frank Lazarski, President of the United Way of Central New York, and Christina Hann, Vice President, Community Impact, United Way. 

United Way of Central New York

www.unitedway-cny.org

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Watch Central Issues tonight at 6:30PM on WCNY 24.1; 8:00PM, on WCNY 24.2; and 10:00PM Time Warner Cable 12.  All times EST. 

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