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2026 Community Needs Assessment Survey
1.
Which group do you represent?
OAI Board Member
Customer/Family
OAI Employee
2.
What do you consider the top three education issues in your community?
Lack of computer skills
No computer/internet access at home
No GED testing in my community
GED testing fees are unaffordable
Lack of assistance with enrollment in college/vocational education
Cost of college/vocational education
Childcare issues
Transportation issues
3.
What do you consider the top three employment issues in your community?
Employers are leaving the area
Lack of skills/education to get a job
Lack of good paying jobs with benefits
Childcare issues
Transportation issues
4.
What do you consider the top three transportation issues in your community?
No drivers liscense
Unable to afford to purchase a vehicle
Vehicle maintenance/repairs/insurance is unaffordable
Public transportation not available in my area
Poor/no credit to finance a vehicle
5.
What do you consider the top three housing issues in your community?
Lack of education on home buying
Homelessness
Home repairs/energy improvements
Lack of affordable housing
Cost of rental application fees/deposits
Lack of landlords who accept HUD/Section 8
Unable to afford a down payment on a home
6.
What do you consider the top three financial issues in your community?
Lack of money management skills/budgeting education
Not enough income to cover basic needs
Difficulty with getting out of debt/credit issues
Difficulty receiving child support
Difficulty with being approved for disability
Unemployment
7.
What do you consider the top three nutrition issues in your community?
Lack of food pantries/community gardens in my area
Rising cost of nutritious food
Cost of baby formula
Lack of skill to prepare nutritious meals
Not eligible for food stamps
Transportation issues affect access to healthy food
8.
What do you consider the top three health issues in your community?
No health insurance
Health insurance is not affordable
No dental insurance
Dentist in my area do not accept Medicaid
Lack of mental health services
Lack of substance abuse services
Cost of prescription drugs