Job Training Program

MEND offers a variety of training opportunities to provide the skills low-income clients need to improve their wage-earning potential and get better jobs. Training days and times vary depending on the program chosen. Current training programs include food service, dental assistant training, warehouse/inventory control, and sewing classes.

Food service

Practical hands-on training includes food preparation and service at internal and external catering events. Schedule varies; for more information, contact Richard Weinroth, Emergency Foodbank Director, 818-686-7334 or richard@mendpoverty.org.

Dental Assistant Training

This program trains students in the variety of skills they need to assist the dentist in the examination and treatment of patients; to perform related duties in the care and maintenance of dental instruments and supplies; and to process dental radiographs. For more information, contact Denise Sanchez, RDA, Dental Clinic Manager,  818-897-2443 x7337 or denise@mendpoverty.org

Warehouse/Inventory Control

Practical, hands-on training is provided in MEND’s extensive on-site food warehouse. For more information, contact  Richard Weinroth, Emergency Foodbank Director, 818-686-7334 or richard@mendpoverty.org

Sewing Classes

Learn how to sew for your family or for a career.  Classes meet throughout the week. For more information on this or other educational opportunities offered by MEND, contact Lilia Soller at 818-896-0246 x7331 or lilia@mendpoverty.org.