Avetrius Cowan Jobs & Helps Ministry Director

Community College Guarantee

In District paid tuition

Open for clients with age starting at 18 years old.

https://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid/programs/michigan-achievement-scholarship/community-college-guarantee

All recent Michigan high school graduates are eligible! Here’s how to claim your award and enroll at a Community College or Tribal College:

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Be a Michigan resident since July 1 of the previous calendar year.
- If you’re a dependent student, your parent(s) must also be a Michigan resident since July 1 of the previous calendar year.
- We’ll confirm this based on your FAFSA.
Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or approved refugee.

Please visit https://www.michigan.gov/reconnect for more information.

Reconnect Expansion for Ages 21-24

· More Michigan residents can now earn a degree or skills certificate, tuition-free.

· For those who are 21-24, don’t miss out! The age expansion is only available for a limited time. Apply by Dec. 31, 2024.

Basilica of St. Anne de Detroit

1000 St. Anne St.
Detroit, MI 48216

313-496-1701

Hours SAT: 11:00am – 1:00pm; Access pantry via rear church parking lot.

Family of God – St John Evangelical Lutheran Church

4950 Oakman Blvd Detroit, MI 48204

313-933-9360

Hours

THU: 11:00am – 1:00pm

Brightmoor Connection

20740 Grand River Ave Detroit, MI 48219

(313)740-7688

Hours

MON: 2:00pm – 6:30pm (Closed First and Last Monday of the month)
TUE: 2:00pm – 6:30pm (Closed Last Tuesday of the month)
WED: 10:00am – 1:00pm (Closed Last Wednesday of the month)

www.brightmoorconnection.org

Calvary Presbyterian Church

19125 Greenview Detroit, MI 48219

(313)537-2590

Hours

SAT: 10:00am – 12:30pm

Community Services CDC

11529 Linwood St. Detroit, MI 48206

(313)865-6770

Hours: THU: 3rd Thursdays 10:00am – 2:00pm

SAT: 10:00am – 2:00pm

Bethany Lutheran Church

11475 E. Outer Drive Detroit, MI 48224

(313)885-7721 – Appointment Required

Hours WED: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 12:30pm – 3:30pm

Bethel Baptist – Southgate

13330 Trenton Rd. Southgate, MI 48195

(734) 284-6300

Hours WED: 12:00pm – 2:45pm

SAT: 9:00am – 11:45am

Ford Community and Performing Arts Center (Drive-Up Only)

15801 Michigan Ave Dearborn, MI 48126

Distribution Events

11/19/2024 9:00am – 11:00am
12/03/2024 9:00am – 11:00am
12/17/2024 9:00am – 11:00am

Cooper Memorial Church

4119 John Daly Inkster, MI 48141

(313)274-1466

Hours

SUN: 1:30pm – 3:00pm

Bread of Life Food Pantry @Faith Christian

25201 W. Outer Drive Melvindale, MI 48122

(313) 928-8305

Hours

SAT: 4th Saturday of the Month, Please be in line by 9:00am.

City of Woodhaven (Drive-Up Only)

23101 Hall Rd Woodhaven, MI 48183

Distribution Events

11/26/2024 9:00am – 11:00am
12/10/2024 9:00am – 11:00am

Cooper Memorial Church

4119 John Daly Inkster, MI 48141

(313)274-1466

Hours

SUN: 1:30pm – 3:00pm

First Congregational Church / Gibraltar Food Pantry

29885 Bayview Rockwood, MI 48173

(734) 676-6725

Hours

TUE: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
WED: 11:00 am- 12:00pm

Fish & Loaves

25670 Northline Rd Taylor, MI 48180

(734)442-0031

Hours

MON: 9:00am – 6:30pm
TUE: 9:00am – 2:30pm
WED: 9:00am – 2:30pm
FRI: 9:00am – 2:30pm

Full Gospel Temple Lighthouse Home Mission

34033 Palmer Rd. Westland, MI 48186

(734)326-3885

Hours

WED: 10:00am – 3:00pm
FRI: 10:00am – 3:00pm

Detroit Friendship House/Harvest House (Walk-Up Only)

9540 Conant St. Hamtramck, MI 48212

(313)871-7443

Hours

TUE: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
THU: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
SAT: 9:00am – 12:00pm

Pantry Hours for TUE/THU/SAT: Serving residents in zip code 48212.

Capuchin Soup Kitchen – Conner Street Soup Kitchen

4390 Conner Detroit, MI 48215

(313)822-8606

Hours

MON: 8:30am – 9:30am (Breakfast) 11:00am – 1:00pm (Lunch) 4:00pm – 6:00pm (Dinner)

TUE: 8:30am – 9:30am (Breakfast) 11:00am – 1:00pm (Lunch) 4:00pm – 6:00pm (Dinner)

WED: 8:30am – 9:30am (Breakfast) 11:00am – 1:00pm (Lunch) 4:00pm – 6:00pm (Dinner)

THU: 8:30am – 9:30am (Breakfast) 11:00am – 1:00pm (Lunch) 4:00pm – 6:00pm (Dinner)

FRI: 8:30am – 9:30am (Breakfast) 11:00am – 1:00pm (Lunch) 4:00pm – 6:00pm (Dinner)

SAT: 8:30am – 9:30am (Breakfast) 11:00am – 1:00pm (Lunch) 4:00pm – 6:00pm (Dinner)

Evangelical Covenant Church/City Covenant Church

13624 Stout Detroit, MI 48223

(313)535-1084

Hours

MON: 4:00pm-6:30pm (Dinner)
TUE: 4:00pm-6:30pm (Dinner)
WED: 4:00pm-6:30pm (Dinner)
THU: 4:00pm-6:30pm (Dinner)

Goodfellows Holiday Package Program

Deadline to sign up 10/31/24

Please apply online at: https://www.detroitgoodfellows.org/application/

Families residing in the following cities are eligible to apply:

Detroit, Highland Park, Hamtramck, Harper Woods, Ecorse, Redford, and River Rouge.

College is possible

11^th and 12^th grade students only

Bradley University from October 25th to 27th.

Strong pipeline for Detroit students to access higher education and career opportunities.

For more information, questions and comfortability please visit: https://dapcep.asapconnected.com/#CourseGroupID=16359

Don’t forget to register for the test scores you need for the college application process! Scores can unlock opportunities including scholarships, grants and even course selections.

The next round of testing begins in November, find testing sites in your area!

SAT: https://brnw.ch/21wNKOW

Parents and Students: Unlock a world of possibilities at the 2024 STEAMM Workshop & College Fair presented by The Detroit Chapter Links Inc Collaborative and DAPCEP!

Happening on November 2nd at The University of Detroit Mercy, this event is your gateway to discovering career paths in STEAMM. Whether you’re a future engineer, artist, or doctor, there’s something for everyone.

Secure your spot now: https://brnw.ch/21wNLhS

Family Fun for October

Eastern Michigan University partners with DAPCEP for Dare2Design

Developing an inventive and problem-solving mindset😊

4^th and 5^th grade students – Please share with clients for their children.

Transportation will be provided from Ben Carson School of Medicine – 571 Mack Ave, Detroit, MI 48201.

https://dapcep.asapconnected.com/#CourseGroupID=16329

GED Classes with Sienna Literacy

October 14^th, 2024

19321 West Chicago Detroit, MI – Information Session

5:00 pm start time!!

5:30 pm Community Meal provided.

Please RSVP below.

Please visit https://www.michigan.gov/reconnect for more information.

Reconnect Expansion for Ages 21-24

More Michigan residents can now earn a degree or skills certificate, tuition-free.
For those who are 21-24, don’t miss out! The age expansion is only available for a limited time. Apply by Dec. 31, 2024.

Wayne County Community College District

Adult Education Programs

Providing GED tutoring and enrichment – please see below for a site near you!

Detroit Home Accessibility Program for Disabled Detroiters

Please call 866-313-5250 for program assistance.

Community Outreach in Detroit

October 10^th, 2024

Veterans Resource Fair

November 11^th, 2024
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Crystal Gardens
16703 Fort Street Southgate

Detroit Home Accessibility Program for Disabled Detroiters

Please call 866-313-5250 for program assistance.

If you need certain documents please review the following:

Please see the attached notice for the acceptable documents at the SOS office for an ID or Driver’s License.

You can order a birth certificate online at: https://www.usbirthcertificates.com/michigan

Individuals born in Oakland County can possibly obtain a birth certificate from 1200 North Telegraph in Pontiac. Please call prior to visiting if you have questions 248-858-0571 or visit the website for additional information: https://www.oakgov.com/clerkrod/life-events-and-services/Pages/birth-records.aspx

Individuals born in Macomb County can possibly obtain a birth certificate from 120 North Main Street in Mt. Clemens Please call prior to visiting if you have questions (586) 469-5120 or visit the website for additional information: https://clerk.macombgov.org/Clerk-Services-BirthRecords#:~:text=How%20To%20Obtain%20A%20Certified%20Copy%20Of%20A,shown%20or%20a%20court%20with%20a%20court%20order

Individuals born in Wayne County can possibly obtain a birth certificate from 400 Monroe Street, Suite 605 Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 202-7190
Hours of operation:
Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM may be a clause about parents being married before a certain year. Please call prior to going https://www.waynecounty.com/elected/clerk/birth-certificates.aspx

The IRS has unclaimed money $$$$$ from 2020 you have to 5/17/2024 to claim your refund, to check go to IRS.GOV $1 billion According to the IRS, it is holding more than $1 billion in unclaimed money for almost 940,000 taxpayers from 2020. If you’re one of the many taxpayers who never claimed their 2020 refund, you don’t have much time left to act. By law, the IRS keeps these unclaimed tax refunds for three years.

Michigan Unclaimed Property

https://unclaimedproperty.michigan.gov/

Henry Ford Health Department of Surgery High School Mentorship Program

Open to any Detroit-area high school student interested in a career in medicine, or learning about other career paths.

The program will be conducted during the academic year. Students can also apply for a paid summer internship ($1,000) awarded to 10 selected students.

Participants will visit Henry Ford Hospital and participate in skills in the Surgical Simulation Suite on Saturday mornings throughout the academic year. They will be taught suturing, knot tying and simulation surgical skills. Many of these simulations are for minimally invasive procedures, and these skills should be easily performed by the young generation.
Participants will also tour the hospital, talk to other healthcare professionals and medical students.
10 participants will be selected for a paid summer internship to learn more about their desired career and next steps to succeed.

The program is led by Dr. Ikenna “Ike” Okereke, Vice Chairman of the Department of Surgery and System Director of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Okereke is a native Detroiter and ran a similar program in Texas for 5 years before returning back home in 2021. With support from Henry Ford Innovations, Dr. Okereke is connecting with Detroit-area schools to inspire students to careers in medicine. He feels that these students can succeed if they do not become deterred by doubt or fear of failure.

Data from Dr. Okereke’s previous program in Texas showed that students were more likely to answer the following questions more positively after participating in the program:

“I am interested in pursuing a career in science, technology, engineering or medicine.”
“I know what subjects I want to study in college.”
“I am interested in pursuing a career as a surgeon.”
“I am prepared for the academic obligations of college.”
“I am confident that I will accomplish my career goals.”
“I have the dexterity and physical ability required to become a surgeon one day.”

To apply, email iokerek1@hfhs.org, or call, 313-916-2698.

“My main goal is to show students that they have the ability to succeed in whatever field they want. My saying is that ‘if you can see it, you can be it.’ I simply want to provide the students with role models and expose them to life as a professional.”

Dial 2-1-1 for assistance with United Way

1. Employment

2. Housing Support

3. Child Care

4. Utility Assistance, etc.

LEAR of Detroit

Location:

Detroit, MI, US, 48234

Production Team Member

Production – Team Member

Essential Job Functions:

People:

Ensure that all quality, safety, and productivity standards are maintained
Report all accidents and near misses to the appropriate team leader
Identify safety improvement opportunities and generate safety resolutions throughout the workplace
Ensure that Team Members are reliable, do their best, and are always striving to deliver high-quality products to our customers

Quality:

Drive Lear’s 5S World Class Housekeeping standards and ensure Team Members are held accountable to each standard
Identify scrap, defects, or quality issues as they appear throughout production
Operate quickly to resolve quality problems, and consistently review quality alerts and metrics
Ability to read Liaison reports to make improvements and corrections
Efficiently and effectively complete product repairs across the production station
Participate, suggest process improvements, and communicate Standard Work Instruction (SWI) changes and updates

Process:

Perform all fast-paced automotive assembly duties and achieve high-quality standards
Assure that all safety, quality, production, and work standards are regularly followed
Drive, contribute, and fully support continuous improvement suggestions and projects
Adhere to the production lines’ key performance indicators (KPI’s)
Inspect equipment, tools, structures, or materials to identify repair needs or other defects
Ability to rotate and achieve each task within a Team’s cell by learning their responsibilities
Maintain or exceed line efficiency targets to ensure customer delivery is achieved

Qualifications and Requirements:

HS Diploma or GED
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving whole body
Must be able to work any shift, as well as Saturdays and Sundays
Must be available to work overtime as required
Once hired, must pass a background check, physical demands test, drug screen, and pre-employment assessment
Physical ability to lift, carry, and/or move objects up to 50 pounds
Physical ability to stand for 3 hours at a time and operate pneumatic tools
Physical ability to make fast, simple repetitive movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists

Lear Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.

Apply now »

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Focus Hope of Detroit

Training Program eligibility as follows:
1. Must have GED or High School Diploma
2. Pass drug test
3. Pass admission test which can be taken virtually or in person
4. Admission tests are scheduled by appointment only Monday – Friday at 8:30 am or 1:00 pm
5. Must connect with a Workforce Development Specialist
6. Please call 313-494-4300 for additional information

All applicants must have the following documents:

Valid photo Identification
Birth Certificate or Passport
Copy of GED or High School Diploma
Social Security Card

Available Training Programs
1. DTE Tree Trimming Academy
2. CDL Truck Driving
3. Industrial Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship
4. CNC Operations
5. Industrial Robotics and Welding
6. Manufacturing Readiness/HiLo
7. Please visit the website for additional information: https://www.focushope.edu/programs/job-training/

Focus Hope of Detroit

1. 1. 1. 1. Great Start Readiness
      2. Preschool for 4-year-olds
      3. Full day of school
      4. Breakfast, Lunch and Afternoon Snack provided
      5. For additional information and to apply at: https://www.focushope.edu/programs/early-learning/

Focus Hope of Detroit

1. 1. 1. 1. Head Start
      2. 3 to 5-year-olds
      3. Full day program
      4. Breakfast, Lunch and Afternoon Snack provided
      5. Free for families that qualify
      6. Families meeting the federal poverty guidelines, foster children, or families who receive SSI or DHS payments
      7. Locations:
        
        Center for Children | 1550 Oakman Blvd, Detroit
        
        New Paradigm Glazer | 2001 LaBelle Avenue, Detroit
      8. For additional information and to apply at: https://www.focushope.edu/programs/early-learning/

Focus Hope of Detroit

1. 1. 1. 1. Food Distribution available
      2. Senior Citizens
      3. Must be 60 years or older.
      4. Counties eligible: Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, and Washtenaw
      5. Income based requirements.
      6. For additional information please visit the website: https://www.focushope.edu/programs/food-for-seniors/
      7. Or call 313-494-4600

Please share with your clients the new way to obtain employment assistance.

Job ready parolees and probationers are encouraged to complete the Employment and Opportunities Unit Referral Form below:

https://forms.office.com/g/ZEMtD8fjk3.

Thanks

Please see the attached notice for the acceptable documents at the SOS office for an ID or Driver’s License.

You can order a birth certificate online at: https://www.usbirthcertificates.com/michigan

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Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has the following programs available for our population, loved ones and friends:

https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/keep-mi-healthy/chronicdiseases/cancer/bc3np

https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/keep-mi-healthy/chronicdiseases/cancer/wisewoman

https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/keep-mi-healthy/chronicdiseases/cancer/breast-cancer-in-young-adults

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Lakeshore Legal Aid Assistance for Veterans

Detroit Veterans Medical Center
4646 John R in Detroit
Every Thursday
Lakeshore Legal Aid has walk-in office hours on Thursdays at the Detroit VA from 9 to 4!
Let veterans know that utilize the John Dingell, that they can also stop in and see them.
Located: first floor, Room A1012.
To qualify, the veteran must be low income or homeless/or at risk of homelessness.

Donate your used furniture to families in need…

Working with Michigan’s Furniture Bank / Housewarming party!!!!

Call Gorman’s to schedule furniture pick only all other household can be dropped off at any store. Gorman’s Home Furnishings and Interior Design will pick up your gently used furniture and household accessories from Jan. 16th through Feb. 27th. Schedule a pick-up by calling one of Gorman’s stores in Troy, Southfield, Farmington, or Novi.

Gorman’s Contemporary

Southfield, MI · (248) 353-9880

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/wow

The Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforces some of our nation’s most comprehensive labor laws. When we find violations, we often recover unpaid wages on behalf of employees. The agency makes every effort to locate and notify all employees due back wages. If we cannot find an employee, we hold their back wages for three years while we continue our efforts to locate them. After three years, if we remain unable to find the person, we are required to send the money to the U.S. Treasury.

If you think you may be owed back wages collected by WHD, you can search our database of workers for whom we have money waiting to be claimed.

Let us prepare your scholars for their next level of math!!! Book your private tutoring session where your scholar can conveniently work with an expert math tutor virtually or in person!

With our private math tutoring services, we will tailor the sessions to fit your scholar’s needs! To learn more about our services, please visit our site at www.math4success.org. If you would like to speak to someone from the Math 4 Success team to learn more, please sign up for our FREE 15-minute consultation by clicking here!

Private Math Tutoring Services

(313) 744-5739 or info@math4success.org

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Lakeshore Legal Aid Assistance for Veterans

Detroit Veterans Medical Center
4646 John R in Detroit
Every Thursday
Lakeshore Legal Aid has walk-in office hours on Thursdays at the Detroit VA from 9 to 4!
Let veterans know that utilize the John Dingell, that they can also stop in and see them.
Located: first floor, Room A1012.
To qualify, the veteran must be low income or homeless/or at risk of homelessness.

Focus Hope of Detroit

Training Program eligibility as follows:
1. Must have GED or High School Diploma
2. Pass drug test
3. Pass admission test which can be taken virtually or in person
4. Admission tests are scheduled by appointment only Monday – Friday at 8:30 am or 1:00 pm
5. Must connect with a Workforce Development Specialist
6. Please call 313-494-4300 for additional information

All applicants must have the following documents:

Valid photo Identification
Birth Certificate or Passport
Copy of GED or High School Diploma
Social Security Card

Available Training Programs
1. DTE Tree Trimming Academy
2. CDL Truck Driving
3. Industrial Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship
4. CNC Operations
5. Industrial Robotics and Welding
6. Manufacturing Readiness/HiLo
7. Please visit the website for additional information: https://www.focushope.edu/programs/job-training/

Focus Hope of Detroit

1. 1. 1. 1. Great Start Readiness
      2. Preschool for 4-year-olds
      3. Full day of school
      4. Breakfast, Lunch and Afternoon Snack provided
      5. For additional information and to apply at: https://www.focushope.edu/programs/early-learning/

Focus Hope of Detroit

1. 1. 1. 1. Head Start
      2. 3 to 5-year-olds
      3. Full day program
      4. Breakfast, Lunch and Afternoon Snack provided
      5. Free for families tha qualify
      6. Families meeting the federal poverty guidelines, foster children, or families who receive SSI or DHS payments
      7. Locations:
        
        Center for Children | 1550 Oakman Blvd, Detroit
        
        New Paradigm Glazer | 2001 LaBelle Avenue, Detroit
      8. For additional information and to apply at: https://www.focushope.edu/programs/early-learning/

Focus Hope of Detroit

1. 1. 1. 1. Food Distribution available
      2. Senior Citizens
      3. Must be 60 years or older.
      4. Counties eligible: Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, and Washtenaw
      5. Income based requirements.
      6. For additional information please visit the website: https://www.focushope.edu/programs/food-for-seniors/
      7. Or call 313-494-4600

Wayne County Community College

The Professional Closet – 2 sites for your convenience are provided below.

Job ready parolees and probationers are encouraged to complete the Employment and Opportunities Unit Referral Form below:

https://forms.office.com/g/ZEMtD8fjk3.

Please share with your clients the new way to obtain employment assistance. Thanks

Please see the attached notice for the acceptable documents at the SOS office for an ID or Driver’s License.

You can order a birth certificate online at: https://www.usbirthcertificates.com/michigan

Individuals born in Wayne County can possibly obtain a birth certificate from 400 Monroe Street, Suite 605 Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: (313) 202-7190
Hours of operation:
Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM may be a clause about parents being married before a certain year. Please call prior to going https://www.waynecounty.com/elected/clerk/birth-certificates.aspx

Michigan Works and Employment Service sites listed below for Wayne County!

Wayne County	Wayne County	Wayne County	Wayne County	Wayne County	Wayne County	Wayne County	Wayne County	Wayne County
Northwest Activity Center	Ross Building	Development Center	ACCESS	Equus/JVS	Southwest Solutions	SERCO	Payne- Pulliman School	Downriver Community Conference
18100 Meyers	14117 East Seven Mile	24424 West McNichols	16427 West Warren	2470 Collingwood Avenue	2835 Bagley	9301 Michigan Avenue	2345 Cass Avenue	5555 Conner Road
Detroit, MI 48235	Detroit, MI 48205	Detroit, MI 48219	Detroit, MI 48228	Detroit, MI 48206	Detroit, MI 48216	Detroit, MI 48210	Detroit, MI 48201	Detroit, MI 48213
313-873-7321	313-962-9675	313-945-8380	313-945-8380	313-945-8380	313-945-8380	313-945-8380	313-945-8380	313-945-8380
TTY: 711	TTY: 711	TTY: 711	TTY: 711	TTY: 711	TTY: 711	TTY: 711	TTY: 711

Wayne County	Wayne County	Wayne County	Wayne County	Wayne County	Wayne County
Dearborn Service Center	Highland Park Service Center	Grosse Pointe Service Center	Livonia Service Center	Southgate Service Center	Wayne Service Center
6451 Schaefer Road	144 E Manchester	17188 Mack Avenue	30246 Plymouth Road	15100 Northline Road Suite #179	35731 W Michigan Avenue
Dearborn, MI 48126	Highland Park, MI 48203	Grosse Pointe, MI 48230	Livonia, MI 48150	Southgate, MI 48195	Wayne, MI 48184
313-945-8380	313-826-0299	313-343-5617	734-513-4900	734-362-3466	734-858-4284
TTY: 711	TTY: 711	TTY: 711	TTY: 711	TTY: 711	TTY: 711

If you need help with your Medicare questions, please contact:

JANET M. ADAMS

JMA INSURANCE SERVICE LLC

14115 GRANDMOUNT AVE

DETROIT, MICHIGAN 48227

313-401-1449 (C) / 313-837-1455 (H)

jma_financial@comcast.net

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VETERANS SERVICES OFFICE(S):

A new Wayne County Veterans Services satellite office has opened to make it easier for veterans living I suburban communities to receive and learn about available programs and services.

The new satellite office is located:

Radcliff Community Center

1751 Radcliff

Garden City, Michigan 48135

Open Tuesdays and Thursday

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The main Veterans Service office location:

International Center Building

400 Monroe, Detroit, Michigan 48226

8 a.m. to 4:43 p.m.

Monday through Friday

(313) 224-5045

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Protect your G.I. Bill benefits from scams

Some educational institutions and programs use misleading practices and overpromise their degrees’ value and earning power. Without knowing the warning signs to protect yourself, this could lead to a depletion of your education benefits.

The VA is encouraging veterans and their beneficiaries to know these education fraud warning signs and the best practices to avoid falling victim to a scam.

The types of scams targeting your education benefits include: 

Job scams. Job Boards or Advertisements targeting specific demographics may be misleading or fake and require you to give personal information or money to get a job.
Student loan scams. Educational institutions may promise immediate student loan forgiveness or debt cancellation to entice veterans to enroll in classes. For most borrowers, loan forgiveness is only available through programs requiring many years of qualifying payments or other qualifying criteria. Here is a list of Student Debt Relief “Do’s and Don’ts” to help borrowers avoid scams.
Scholarship scams. Educational institutions may “guarantee” veterans a scholarship in exchange for a redemption/processing fee …

For more, visit VA News.

VA urging veterans, staff to get latest COVID-19 vaccine booster

VA officials are again urging medical center patients and staff to get the latest COVID-19 vaccine booster, this time in response to the latest wave of the illness spreading across America.

The department will be among the first federal agencies to get doses of the vaccine, according to VA Under Secretary for Health Dr. Shereef Elnahal. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention earlier this month approved the new vaccine booster and are recommending it for anyone six months or older who has not gotten a coronavirus vaccine in recent weeks.

“The vaccine that has proven over and over again to be safe and effective,” Elnahal told reporters at a press event Monday.

“It protects against severe outcomes and death significantly. As we are seeing hospitalizations go up across the country connected to the virus, we’re concerned that if folks don’t get this latest booster, they will not benefit from the extra protection.”

Read the full story in Military Times.

America’s veterans are the prime target for domestic terrorists — as recruits

Of the more than 1,000 people who were charged with a crime for their participation in the January 6 attack on the Capitol, nearly 1 in 5 was a US military veteran.

While leaders of extremist groups like the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers were ultimately convicted for seditious conspiracy for their deliberate attempts to breach the Capitol, critics argue their influence on military veterans — and the subsequent impact on society — has not yet been fully realized due to the adoption of their radical ideology by mainstream politicians.

“Against All Enemies,” a documentary that explores the risk of veterans being radicalized by extremist groups, was featured at this year’s Tribeca Film Festival, earning glowing reviews from critics. Variety called the documentary “a grim diagnosis of a fast-spreading cancer,” that “may provide much less reassurance than cause for alarm, but its wakeup call is certainly worth heeding.”

Ken Harbaugh, a former Navy pilot, cofounder of Team Rubicon, and producer of the new documentary, spoke with Insider about why being aware of the problem is only the first step toward a solution. “Against All Enemies” will have its theatrical release in early 2024.

Read the Q&A in the Insider.

IF YOU OR A LOVED ONE
ARE IN CRISIS:

The Veterans Crisis Line is staffed by caring, qualified crisis responders who are there to help. Many of these responders are veterans themselves.

Online Resources

LEAN ON US:

Call 1-800-MICH-VET

(1-800-642-4838)

Visit Michigan.gov/MVAA

Jumpstart Program for Detroit Residents

Manufacturing & Engineering Center of Schoolcraft College

13001 Merriman Road Livonia

Enroll Today for classes

Suburban Truck Driving School

Learn to drive
Become a CDL Truck Driver
Funding may be available the Local Michigan Works Office for Parolees and Probationers
Please reach out to the Administrative Agency for referral process and create a CFJ-140 for individuals on parole
Learning Site: 28675 Northline Road Romulus

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Angel Program with MSP

Please visit https://www.michigan.gov/msp/divisions/grantscommunityservices/angel for additional information.

Need help with getting ID / Birth Certificates

Please see the attached notice for the acceptable documents at the SOS office for an ID or Driver’s License.

You can order a birth certificate online at: https://www.usbirthcertificates.com/michigan

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Dearborn Hts. Salvation Army

We’re hiring! Click the links to apply.

Custodian (FT): https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=1177315&d=ExternalCareerSite&r=5000959488706&_fromPublish=true#/

Nursery Aide (PT): https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=1177315&d=ExternalCareerSite&r=5000959503106&_fromPublish=true#/

If you’re between the ages of 18 and 24, there are programs like our Paid Work Experience designed just for you.

This includes an opportunity where you get paid to get trained.

We are looking to fill 25 spots. DON’T MISS OUT!

LEARN MORE ? www.SEMCAMiWorks.org/pwe

Find out if you qualify for a $500 BONUS.

Interested? Have questions? – SEMCA Michigan Works!

semcamiworks.org

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HIGHLAND PARK AND HAMTRAMCK RESIDENTS:

Minimum Documents Required for Residents for our Services:

-ID for all household members 18 and older

-Proof of 30 days of income for all household members 18 and older

-Utility/water bill or account number, lease or deed

To schedule an appointment, please call the Connect Center at 313.388.9799

Dearborn Hts. Salvation Army

We’re hiring! Click the links to apply.

Custodian (FT): https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=1177315&d=ExternalCareerSite&r=5000959488706&_fromPublish=true#/

Nursery Aide (PT): https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=1177315&d=ExternalCareerSite&r=5000959503106&_fromPublish=true#/

Students can spend a week exploring engineering and learning the expanded basics of engines and other vehicle technology at Michigan Technological University Summer Youth Programs!

This program is generously funded by Dana Corporation; all expenses are covered and transportation to campus is included.

Apply for the Michigan Tech Summer Youth Programs today at mtu.edu/syp

This isn’t your typical coloring or activity book…

It’s 34 pages of S.T.E.M fun…

Acid-Base Experiment Fun with Ava The S.T.E.M.® is a Coloring & Activity Book from the Genius book series. This is an inspiring & fun learning book written by 10-year-old Ava N. Simmons detailing her infamous acid-base reactions.

What is included:

Fun details about Acid-Base Reactions including an experiment lesson and video to complete the experiment with Ava
27 S.T.E.M. coloring pages
4 pages of S.T.E.M. activities
4 pages of colorful & encouraging stickers
Inspiration and encouragement to not let your challenges define your future
Certified Genius Badge
12 colored pencils

Get your book now before they sell out again! This isn’t your typical coloring or activity book; it’s 34 pages of Science fun! Your child will have a blast as they color AND learn their way through this activity book.

The fun way for your children to learn real science at home

Let your kids explore the world through fun hands-on experiments with their very own Acid-Base experiment included in this book!

Your child will also receive 12 colored pencils and over 80 stickers.

The book is great for Boys and Girls ages 5-10 years old!

All of this for only $8.99.

http://bit.ly/3XxpWV4

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Available scholarships for individuals attending DPS!

Please share with any DPS Senior or students residing in Detroit who can benefit.

Must be a current high school senior living in Detroit.
Attend a Detroit Public Schools Community District high school, or a charter school located within the city.
Must be planning to attend college or a trade school in the Fall of 2023
Have a minimum grade point average of 2.25.
Demonstrated a commitment to community, service, and integrity.

Workforce Development Institute

Access for all Construction Training Program in Southwest Detroit

Access to all Apprenticeship Readiness training programs
Training Location: 2026 Lawndale Street in Detroit
Must have high school diploma
Must have valid Driver’s License
Please have all interested clients sign up today at miwdi@org

DIG OPEN HOUSE EVENT REGISTRATION

Need assistance getting your Birth Certificate

Please see the attached notice for the acceptable documents at the SOS office for an ID or Drivers License.

You can order a birth certificate online at: https://www.usbirthcertificates.com/michigan

Job Corps helps eligible 16-24 years old

Provides hands on training, tools, and technology
Continuing education for returning citizens
Please get started today 1-800-733-5627
Or JOBCORPS.GOV

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Wayne State University

Continuing education for returning citizens
Please see attached flyer for additional information
Discussion took place today at Employment Informational Session
Terrell Topps contact person
313-577-8005

All Attendees must register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/431782702687.

Apply the same strategies the Math Mights characters use to help elementary school learners feel excited and confident about math! Math Mights is an engaging show from the Michigan Learning Channel that teaches math strategies by connecting to characters that will help students understand math processes differently than just solving problems one way. This series promotes students’ communicated reasoning so they are able to confidently explain their thinking. It also provides a common language in schools so students can learn about the characters and the strategies in first grade, and then apply the same strategies to higher-level concepts as they grow.
The Michigan Learning Channel is excited to host Shannon McCartney, creator of Math Mights, for a series of virtual professional learning workshops that will help support educators and families who want to use this exciting show to support learning.

Students can major in any of the 90+ majors the university offers. All incoming SOAR students take LIBS 191: Academic Renewal Seminar for Returning Adults, a one-credit, eight-week, online course to refresh or enhance their academic skills – strategies for academic reading, writing, note-taking, studying and researching. An added benefit is that the course brings new SOAR students together in community so that they can build a supportive network of peers which contributes to their university experience and overall success.

Prospective students must be over age 25 (or if under 25, a parent or veteran).
Must be eligible for financial aid (Pell Grant) with no loans currently in default.
Cannot owe a balance at another college or university.
Have a minimum of 24 transferable credits from other colleges with a recalculated GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Michigan residency required.
Please see attached flyer.
Our goal in SOAR is to graduate every student! Here is a link to our updated webpage with links for applying: umdearborn.edu/soar

Join us to get the first look at the Apprenticeship Braiding Eligibility Matrix on OSMIS! The training will include an overview and demonstration of the Braiding Eligibility Matrix. We encourage Apprenticeship Success Coordinators, OSMIS Managers & Users, Program Managers, and other Michigan Works! employees that work with apprentices and employers to attend. There is no fee for this webinar; this training is funded by a State Apprenticeship Expansion grant awarded to Michigan by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration.