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The Trenton Neighborhood Initiative takes a two-pronged approach to supporting residents as they Live, Work, Grow, and Connect. One, we develop and offer services to support the residents of the North Trenton neighborhoods surrounding the Capital Health Regional Medical Center. Two, we promote strategic solutions for change citywide. 

TNI Priorities

TNI is focused on four strategic program areas designed to respond to resident priorities as identified in several existing Trenton plans and needs assessments:

Live

Live

Homeownership, neighborhood redevelopment, housing policy

  • Homebuyer Assistance Program: Financial assistance to help people buy homes in Trenton 
  • Home Improvement Program: Financial assistance for homeowners and landlords in the TNI area to make home improvements
  • Strategies to identify and eliminate lead and other home health hazards 
  • Strategies to improve the housing system and return vacant properties to active use

Work

Job training, education, and small business support

  • Financial support and training for new and existing businesses in the TNI area
  • Vocational training and scholarships for Trenton residents interested in healthcare careers
  • Pipeline to employment at Capital Health for Trenton residents

Grow

Child and family well-being

  • Care management for residents of the TNI area to meet a broad range household needs    
  • Strategies to increase child lead screenings
  • Strategies to address trauma and nurture resilience among children and families

Connect

Increased access to the internet and computers

  • Subsidized internet access for residents of the TNI area to provide necessary links to educational and economic opportunities
  • Free devices and coaching on using new technology