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  • Mental Health Services for Children and Teens

    Services include counseling and supports for people of all ages who need help with personal and/or family issues, life transitions, divorce, loss, depression, anxiety, other emotional concerns, bullying, domestic violence and/or addiction.

    To learn more visit…
    We Need to Talk
    A youth mental health initiative of the Detroit Jewish community – videos, articles, links and more.

  • College Internships

    Jewish college students gain paid summer work experience in Jewish communal agencies, attend educational seminars and learn about the Jewish community.

    To learn more visit…
    JVS Human Services

  • Assistance for victims of anti-Semitism

    People should not be targeted or treated unfairly because of their religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability.

    If you have experienced or witnessed an incident of bias, hatred or bigotry, please contact ADL. They will do their best to investigate your situation and respond to you quickly.

    Contact Michigan Office at: (248) 353-7553 or visit their website at: Anti-Defamation League (ADL)

  • Assistance with Clothing and Household Items

    Council Re- sale offers children’s clothing, and women’s and men’s career, casual, and evening wear attire, shoes, accessories, and jewelry, home accessories, linen, books, and art, all at low prices.  Assistance provided to those unable to afford these items.

    Donations welcome.

    Council Re – sale is located at:
    3297 W. 12 Mile, Berkley
    248.548.6664
    Store hours: Mon-Sat 10-6
    To learn more visit…
    National Council of Jewish Women

  • Bereavement Groups

    Services include bereavement support groups for individuals who have experienced the death of a spouse of partner. There is no charge.

    To learn more visit…
    National Council of Jewish Women

  • All Kids Playground

    The playground is designed for children of all abilities, including those with special needs. It’s built with transfer platforms, ramps, and other safety devices. Kids will enjoy imaginative, interactive and dramatic social play. Hess-Hathaway Park is the home of Lone Cedar Farms, with animals to visit and year-round family activities. This playground is within Hess-Hathaway Park, 825 S. Williams Lake Road in Waterford. NCJW | MI sponsors free field trips to All Kids Playground (AKP) for classes of special need students.

    To learn more visit…
    National Council of Jewish Women

  • Teen Yellow Pages

    The Teen Yellow Pages is a directory developed and maintained by NCJW | MI that focuses on critical topics for teens and provides Oakland County community service resource information.

    Copies are available for schools, synagogues, churches, human service agencies, and doctor’s offices to distribute.

    To learn more visit…
    Teen Yellow Pages

  • Bereavement Groups

    Services include bereavement support groups for individuals who have experienced the death of a spouse of partner. There is no charge.

    To learn more visit…
    National Council of Jewish Women

  • Medicare Certified Home Health Care

    Based on a plan of care established by a physician, a variety of medical-related services are available to individuals who meet the homebound criteria. Services include skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology services, wound care, medical social services, and other assistance provided in the individual’s home. Services are available to residents in Jewish Senior Life communities and are also open to the community. Skilled home health services are billed to and paid for by Medicare and private insurance.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Senior Life

  • Loans for Summer Camp, Education and Life Cycle Celebrations

    Services include interest-free loans for life cycle events, education and summer camp.

    To learn more visit…
    Hebrew Free Loan

  • Loans for Summer Camp and Bar/Bat Mitzvah Celebrations

    Services include interest-free loans for life cycle events and summer camp.

    To learn more visit…
    Hebrew Free Loan

  • Domestic Abuse Services

    Services include counseling, arrangements for safe haven and other supports.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service

    National Council of Jewish Women

  • Integrated Health Services for Adults with Mental Health Needs

    Services include Kadima’s Integrated Care Program for adults with mental health needs.

    To learn more visit…
    Kadima

  • Jewish Community Chaplaincy and Outreach Program

    Services include spiritual and emotional supports to Jewish people living in non-Jewish community setting throughout the tri-county area.
    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Senior Life

  • Job Search Support

    Internships, job search assistance, job seeker workshops and networking opportunities.

    To learn more visit…
    JVS Human Services

  • Club in the Plaza at Fleischman Residence

    Services include a supervised day program in West Bloomfield for frail older adults. Activities and kosher meals are provided.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Senior Life

  • Mind U

    Services include Brain Healthy Lifestyle education and cognitive training classes.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service
    A joint program with JVS Human Services.
    JVS Human Services
    A joint program with Jewish Family Service.

  • Memory Club

    Services include teaching participants practical techniques in a club-like environment to sharpen memory skills. The program also builds social relationships.

    To learn more visit…
    JVS Human Services

  • Senior Service Corps

    Services include providing older adults with meaningful volunteer activities in a social and supportive environment.

    To learn more visit…
    JVS Human Services

  • Life Enhancement Programs

    Services include a variety of social, cultural, education, health and fitness programming/services and activities for people of all ages.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Community Center

  • Cancer Thrivers Network for Jewish Women

    Services include social programs, camaraderie and education for those who have been diagnosed with cancer at any time of their lives.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service

  • Enrichment Services for Adults with Mental Health Needs

    Services include support services and day and community programs that increase community engagement and provide social, educational, cultural and vocational experiences for adults with mental health challenges.

    To learn more visit…

    Kadima
    Provides a range of enrichment programming in addition to housing services.

    JVS Human Services
    Provides vocational support and enrichment programming for people with serious mental illness.

  • Friendship House Addiction Services

    Services include support and guidance to individuals and families struggling with isolation and life crises due to addiction.

    To learn more visit…
    Friendship Circle

  • Elder Abuse Prevention

    Services include safe haven and support to elderly victims of abuse and neglect.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Senior Life

  • Support Program for Individuals with Mental Health Needs

    Services include individual and group supports for individuals with mental health challenges and for their families.

    To learn more visit…
    Kadima

    We Need to Talk
    A youth mental health initiative of the Detroit Jewish community – videos, articles, links and more.

  • Counseling/Mental Health Services

    Services include counseling and supports for people of all ages who need help with personal and/or family issues, life transitions, divorce, loss, depression, anxiety, other emotional concerns, bullying, domestic violence and/or addiction.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service

  • Residential, In-Home Support and Enrichment Services for Adults with Mental Health Needs

    Services include supports for adults with chronic mental illness.

    To learn more visit…
    Kadima

  • Support for Holocaust Survivors

    Services include individual counseling and support groups for Holocaust survivors and trauma informed education and training for professionals and caregivers.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service
    Home based counseling services and trauma-informed education and training for professionals and caregivers.

    Jewish Senior Life
    Support groups, friendly visitors, social programs and family programs.

  • Residential Options for Adults with Mental Health Needs

    Services include options ranging from 24 hour care to independent living with support services to enable adults with chronic mental illness to live in community-based housing.

    To learn more visit…
    Kadima

  • Friendly Visitors Program for Holocaust Survivors

    Services include matching Holocaust survivors with community volunteers who visit them and often take them on outings.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service

    Jewish Senior Life

  • Teen Connections Program for Holocaust Survivors

    Services include a variety of programs that connect Holocaust survivors with young Jewish families. There are also educational programs for grandchildren and great-grandchildren of survivors.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Senior Life

  • Social Programming for Holocaust Survivors

    Services include a variety of social programs for Holocaust Survivors. Programming includes a monthly Jewish/Yiddish Film Series.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Senior Life

  • Counseling Services for Holocaust Survivors

    Services include individual counseling and support groups for Holocaust survivors and trauma informed education and training for professionals and caregivers.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service
    Home based counseling services and trauma-informed education and training for professionals and caregivers.

    Jewish Senior Life
    Individual counseling and support groups for Holocaust survivors.

  • Indemnification & Restitution Services for Holocaust Survivors

    Services include assistance to Holocaust victims with completion of applications for restitution and ongoing communication with Germany and other countries.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service

  • In-Home Support Services for Holocaust Survivors

    Services include subsidized in-home support services for survivors who meet the financial criteria and Claims Conference eligibility. Services include personal care, housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, medication reminders, respite and shopping.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service

  • Food Assistance

    Services include volunteers registering eligible older adults for the State Food Assistance Program.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service

    National Council of Jewish Women

  • Kosher Food Pantry at Yad Ezra

    Services include food, holiday packages, toiletries and household cleaning products based on family size. Clients are referred to other agencies for additional support.

    To learn more visit…
    Yad Ezra

  • Kosher Home-Delivered Meals

    Services include access to weekday meals delivered to the homes of homebound older adults.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service
    National Council of Jewish Women

  • Tri-County Dental Program

    Services include dental care to people with developmental disabilities. JVS Human Services work with community partners to provide these services.

    To learn more visit…
    JVS Human Services

  • Enrichment Programs for People with Developmental Disabilities

    Services include programming for adults, teens and children with special needs. Programs include self expression through the arts, vocational training in Friendship Circle’s Soul Café and in the community, volunteer opportunities, social programs, Jewish education, fitness and exercise, life skills development and training, sports, music, outings, and matching of volunteers with children/teens with disabilities to provide friendship to the children/teens and respite for the family.

    To learn more visit…
    Friendship Circle

    LinkUp is a social program for young adults with disabilities still living at home with their families.
    To learn more visit…
    JARC

    The Kids All Together program provides staff support to enable children with developmental disabilities to be fully included in Center Day Camps, the Pitt Child Development Center and other programs at the JCC; Teens All Together, which is an 8 week summer program for teens with developmental disabilities, focuses on vocational, recreational and independent living skills development and Adult Social Group provides social activities and programs for adults with disabilities.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Community Center

  • Independent Living Services for People with Disabilities

    Services include supports for individuals with disabilities living on their own who need intermittent assistance developing or maintaining life skills and remaining connected to social groups. For individuals living with their families, services include in-home caregiving, skill building and community access experiences.

    To learn more visit…
    JARC

    Kadima
    Kadima offers Community Living Services for individuals with mental health challenges living in their own homes.

  • Residential Programs for Adults with Disabilities

    Services include group homes and shared apartments for adults with disabilities who require 24 care/supervision.

    To learn more visit…
    JARC

    Kadima
    Kadima offers a range of residential programs for adults with chronic mental health challenges.

  • Employment & Supports for Individuals with Disabilities

    Services include special programs and services, including supported employment, janitorial training program, supports coordination, job coaching, job placement, transportation and vocational assessment, to enable individuals with disabilities to obtain and maintain employment.

    To learn more visit…
    JVS Human Services

  • Caring Companions for Adults with Disabilities and Dementia

    Services include individualized and group programming and supports in a safe, secure and caring environment for older adults with disabilities and dementia who could benefit from a structured, supervised day program.

    To learn more visit…
    JVS Human Services

  • Activities Program for Seniors with Life-long Disabilities

    Services include recreational and social opportunities within the JCC in West Bloomfield and throughout the community.

    To learn more visit…
    JVS Human Services

  • Affordable Housing Referrals

    Services include information and referral to affordable housing options.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service

  • Immigration/Citizenship Services

    Services include citizenship preparation classes and assistance completing and filing forms for change of status.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service

  • Loan Programs

    Services include financial assistance, interest free loans and consultation for living needs, transportation, medical expenses and equipment, life cycle events, home repairs, housing, moving expenses, job training, educational pursuits and various other needs for eligible individuals.

    To learn more visit…
    Hebrew Free Loan

  • Health Care Navigation

    Services include guidance and individualized assistance for community members to access health insurance options.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service

  • Hospice Services

    Services include hospice, pastoral care and supports for people facing terminal illness.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Hospice and Chaplaincy Network

  • Emergency Financial Assistance for Holocaust Survivors

    Services include assistance with basic living needs for Holocaust survivors who meet financial criteria and have Claims Conference eligibility.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service

  • Employment, Career Services and Computer Training

    Services include comprehensive career development and employment programs/supports for adults who want to work, change jobs or return to work after a layoff or retirement. Internships are available for teens and young adults and for older workers to help them get back into the work force. Hands-on computer training to help job seekers update their skills. Rehabilitation and workforce development/community support services are provided for those needing special supports to obtain and maintain employment.

    To learn more visit…
    JVS Human Services

  • Career Development, Employment Services and Computer Training

    Services include comprehensive career development and employment programs/supports for adults who want to work, change jobs or return to work after a layoff or retirement. Internships are available for older workers to help them get back into the work force. Hands-on computer training to help job seekers update their skills. Rehabilitation and workforce development/community support services are provided for those needing special supports to obtain and maintain employment.

    To learn more visit…
    JVS Human Services

  • Caregiver Supports and Services

    Services include programs, support groups, and respite and other services for family caregivers.

    To learn more visit…
    Friendship Circle
    Respite and various supports for families with relatives with disabilities.

    JARC
    Various supports for families with relatives with disabilities.

    Jewish Family Service
    Consultations and supportive counseling for family caregivers.

    Jewish Senior Life
    Support groups and other services for family caregivers of people living with dementia.

    JVS Human Services
    Support groups for individuals caring for older adults; and respite, support groups and other services for family caregivers of people living with dementia.

    Kadima
    The Friends and Family Group provides support for caregivers that are taking care of a loved one who has a mental health challenge.

  • Planning Services for Aging in Place

    Services include a needs assessment, development of a care plan, information & referrals, help with navigating care options and access to public benefits.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service

  • Holocaust Survivor Services

    Services include a variety of supports for survivors.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service
    Services include a variety of supports for survivors who meet the financial criteria and eligibility guidelines of the Claims conference. These include in-home support services, care management, indemnification/restitution, financial assistance, counseling and other services for Holocaust survivors and their families.

    Jewish Senior Life
    Individual counseling, support groups and social programs for Holocaust survivors and their families.

  • Day Programs for Adults with Disabilities

    Services include individualized and group programming in a safe, secure and caring environment for older adults with disabilities, who could benefit from a structured, supervised day program.

    To learn more visit…
    JVS Human Services

  • Day Programs for Adults Living with Alzheimer’s or Different Forms of Dementia

    Services include therapeutic activities for participants in a warm, safe and supportive environment. Respite and supports are provided for caregivers.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Senior Life
    West Bloomfield location of the Peter and Dorothy Brown Jewish Community Adult Day Program

    JVS Human Services
    Southfield location of the Peter and Dorothy Brown Jewish Community Adult Day Program

  • Adult Day Programs / Health and Wellness Activities / Volunteer Opportunities

    Services include a variety of recreational and social activities, exercise and fitness, educational programs, volunteer opportunities, individualized programs to support cognitive wellness, and much more.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Community Center
    A variety of recreational/social/educational programs, fitness programs and volunteer opportunities.

    Jewish Family Service
    Health and wellness education, cognitive training classes, and volunteer opportunities.

    Jewish Senior Life
    Dementia-specific day programs and social programs.

    JVS Human Services
    Dementia-specific day programs, social and cognitive wellness programs and volunteer opportunities.

  • Food Assistance for Older Adults

    Kosher Food Pantry at Yad Ezra

    Services include food, holiday packages, toiletries and household cleaning products based on family size. Clients are referred to other agencies for additional support.

    To learn more visit…
    Yad Ezra

    Kosher Food Services
    Services include access to Kosher Home Delivered Meals for homebound older adults. Special holiday food packages are also available.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service

    National Council of Jewish Women

  • Mental Health Services for Older Adults

    Services include counseling and other support services for older adults.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service
    Services include counseling and supports for older adults who need help with personal and/or family issues, life transitions, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, other emotional concerns, domestic violence and/or addiction. In home counseling is available for homebound older adults.

    Kadima
    Services include residential, in-home support and enrichment services for older adults with mental health needs.

  • Senior Living

    Independent Apartments with Supports:
    Services include market rate and subsidized apartments in Oak Park (Prentis and Teitel Apartments) & West Bloomfield (Meer and Hechtman Apartments) with support services, activities and kosher weekday meals.

    Assisted Living and Memory Care:
    Services include Coville Apartments (in Oak Park) & Fleischman Residence (home for the aged in West Bloomfield). Care assistance, support services, activities, and 3 kosher meals daily are provided. The Peter & Dorothy Brown Memory Care Pavilion on the 3rd floor of Fleischman Residence provides a specialized environment for those with dementia disorders.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Senior Life

  • Escorted Transportation

    Services include door-to-door and door-through-door transportation.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service

  • In-Home Support Services

    Services include supports to help an individual age in place or to assist people with disabilities. These include personal care, housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, medication reminders, respite and shopping.

    To learn more visit…
    JARC
    Services include in-home supports for people with developmental disabilities to live as independently as possible.

    Jewish Family Service
    In-home support services for older adults living outside Jewish Senior Life housing.

    Jewish Senior Life
    In-home support services for residents of Jewish Senior Life buildings.

    Kadima
    Community Living Services for people with mental health needs.

  • Mental Health Services for Teens

    Services include individual and group counseling and supports for individuals with mental health challenges or concerns and for their families.

    To learn more visit…
    We Need to Talk
    A youth mental health initiative of the Detroit Jewish community – videos, articles, links and more.

    Jewish Family Service
    Individual, family, and group counseling for teens 13 years of age and older with mental health concerns.

    Kadima
    Counseling and supports for families with children with mental illness.

  • Services for Teens with Disabilities

    Services include programs for teens with special needs. Programs include self expression through the arts, vocational training, social programs, Jewish education, fitness and exercise, life skills development and training, sports, music, outings and matching of volunteers with teens with disabilities to provide friendship to the teens and respite for the family.

    To learn more visit…
    Friendship Circle
    Arts, social programs, life skills development, Jewish education, fitness, sports and volunteers.

    JARC
    Respite care & supports, social and recreation programs.

    Jewish Community Center
    Camping and social programs.

    JVS Human Services
    Provides school to work transition services and summer camp programs.

  • Family Support Services and Emergency Financial Assistance

    Services include a needs assessment, development of a self-sufficiency plan, information and referrals and help with navigating public benefits. Financial assistance with basic living needs for those who meet eligibility criteria.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service

  • Counseling and Mental Health Services

    Services include counseling and supports for people of all ages who need help with personal and/or family issues, life transitions, divorce, loss, depression, anxiety, other emotional concerns, bullying, domestic violence and/or addiction.

    To learn more visit…
    We Need to Talk
    A youth mental health initiative of the Detroit Jewish community – videos, articles, links and more.

    Jewish Family Service

  • Housing and Financial Literacy Counseling

    Services include assistance to families/individuals who are facing foreclosure and/or need assistance with budgeting, debt management/reduction, home buyer education and money management. Individual counseling and group workshops are available.

    To learn more visit…
    JVS Human Services

  • Mentor Connection

    Services include matching Oakland County youth, ages 7-17 years, with volunteer adult mentors who provide support and guidance.

    To learn more visit…
    Jewish Family Service

  • Mental Health Services for Children

    Services include individual and group counseling and supports for individuals with mental health challenges or concerns and for their families.

    To learn more visit…
    We Need to Talk
    A youth mental health initiative of the Detroit Jewish community – videos, articles, links and more.

    Jewish Family Service
    Individual and family therapy for children over 5 years of age with mental health concerns.

    Kadima
    Counseling and supports for families with children with mental illness.

  • Services for Children with Disabilities

    Services include programs for children with special needs such as arts, social programs, Jewish education, fitness and exercise, life skills development and training, sports, camp, music, outings and matching of volunteers with children with disabilities to provide friendship to the children and respite for the family.

    To learn more visit…
    Friendship Circle
    Arts, social programs, life skills development, Jewish education, fitness, sports and volunteers.

    JARC
    Respite care & supports, social and recreation programs.

    Jewish Community Center
    Camping/day care inclusion and social programs.