Community services

GED Preparation – Ages 19 and up at many sites in Spokane; call the Community Colleges Institute for Extended Learning Adult Basic Education, (509) 533-4600 or visit www.iel.spokane.edu.

Miryam’s House of Transition – For women moving through life crisis; (509) 747-9222.

Spokane Community College – Offers free workshops on labor market and career preparation information, including assistance with resumes and cover letters. SCC Lair Student Center, 1810 N. Greene St. For more information call (509) 533-7249 or visit www.scc.spokane.edu/?cces.

Veterans Counseling – Free counseling services, sponsored by the Veterans Outreach Center, 13109 E. Mirabeau Parkway; (509) 444-8387.