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Community Service Programs
Select a Community Service
from the list to see its description
*If you are interested in a support group that is not listed, please call SPACE for Changing Families - 248-355-9936
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All Kids
Playground
"Where All Kids are Special," this is a universally accessible
playground for all kids, (2004 winner of the prestigious
daVinci Award). It is designed for children of all
abilities, including those with special needs. It's
built with transfer platforms, ramps & other safety
devices. Kids will enjoy imaginative, interactive &
dramatic social play.
The playground is located
at
Hess-Hathaway Park, 825 S. Williams Lake Road in
Waterford.
Get directions.
Hess-Hathaway Park is the home of
Lone Cedar Farms, with animals to visit and year-round
family activities.
NCJW/GDS sponsors free field trips to All Kids Playground (AKP) for classes of special needs students. These trips are made possible by generous contributions to All Kids Playground funds and by the purchase of commemorative bricks.
To schedule a field trip, call NCJW/GDS at the number below.
To make a financial
contribution, see our
Donate Page or call NCJW/GDS at 248.355.3300, ext. 0. |
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Bullying and Abuse in Teen Relationships ("BATR")
(formerly Teen Dating Abuse Awareness)
Did you know that 1 in 3 teens experience violence
in a dating relationship?
THE FACTS ABOUT
BULLYING AND ABUSE IN TEEN
RELATIONSHIPS - An enhanced and expanded program to raise awareness about
Bullying and Abuse in Teen Relationships, presented by National Council of Jewish
Women, Greater Detroit Section.
Trained facilitators provide
presentations in
schools and synagogues to foster awareness. This program
is available to high school students at no charge. If your school, synagogue
or youth group is interested to schedule a presentation,
please call 248-355-3300, ext.0 or send email to
mail@ncjwgds.org
Volunteers are needed to call schools and synagogues
to set up dates for presentations, or to present 45-90 minute programs following
a guided script. Interested? Not sure? Need more information? Please call the NCJW/GDS office 248-355-3300, ext. 0.
Bullying and Abuse in Teen Relationships is a nonsectarian community
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Children's Advocates
Court Appointed Guardianship
Services are provided by advocates for children
requiring legal guardianship within the Oakland County
Family Court System. Advocates help find referral
services in our community.
Call (248) 355-3300 ext.0 for more information or referrals.
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Community Outreach: Backpack Project
Where:
NCJW/GDS office, 26400 Lahser Road, Suite 306, Southfield, MI 48033
Dates: Wednesday, 8/24/11 & Thursday,
8/25/11
Time:
10:00am - 2:00pm
2011
Article: Homeless students to get school supply-filled backpacks
SEE PHOTOS FROM BACKPACKS 2011!
SEE PHOTOS FROM BACKPACKS 2010!
SEE PHOTOS FROM BACKPACKS 2009!
This worthwhile endeavor ensures that many homeless
students, kindergarten through twelfth grade
in Oakland County, are able to enter school in
the fall with colorful new backpacks filled with new
school supplies. The program is coordinated through
Oakland Schools Homeless Student Education Program.
Volunteers, including children and grandchildren spend
two fun-filled days setting up and filling the
backpacks. To volunteer for either day or both days call
(248) 355-3300, ext. 0
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Education Assistance
Dates: Application Dates and details available
through contacts below
Education Assistance provides interest free loans and grants to
students needing financial aid to continue and complete their college
undergraduate, graduate, or professional studies. Applicants must be full-time
students and be able to document their need. They must attend an accredited
college or university in Michigan (unless comparable education is not available
in state) and demonstrate satisfactory academic progress toward a career goal.
NCJW/GDS is a participating organization of the Jewish Educational Loan Service (JELS). The JELS program is administered by JVS, Hebrew Free Loan, and the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit. For further information on qualifying for a JELS loan contact Marvin Berman, PhD.
at 248-233-4209 or mberman@jvsdet.org.
Call the NCJW/GDS office at (248) 355-3300 ext.0 for more information, or to volunteer for the committee.
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Jewish
Youth Awards
National Council of Jewish Women, Greater Detroit Section is proud to continue the tradition of honoring exceptional high school students who demonstrate leadership within the Jewish community. All High School Seniors are invited to apply.
2012 AWARDS: DEADLINE for application submission
is Friday, February 3, 2012. The
application form and all supporting documentation must be received at the
NCJW/GDS office, 26400 Lahser Rd., Suite 306, Southfield MI 48033-2675 no later
than noon on Friday, February 3, 2012.
Awards totaling
$6,500 will be distributed to the finalists at the Awards Ceremony on May 8,
2012.
1st Place: $2500; 2nd Place: $1500; 3rd & 4th Places: $500; and
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Honorable Mention Prizes of $250.
For award criteria, view the Application Form.
Congratulations to the Class of
2011 Winners:
Rachael Vattese, Clair Sinai, Rachel Shuman, Michael Higer, Eden Adler, Alexandra Gudenau, Rachel Salle, Emily Schottenfels, Stephen Vorenberg and Emilie Weiner
Call (248) 355-3300 ext.0 with questions.
Funding provided by the Dina & Herman (z'l)
Brodsky Jewish Youth Awards Fund, and Nathan (z'l) & Esther Katz
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Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels provides two
nutritious Kosher meals five days a week to those unable to provide for
themselves, or have no one to assist them with meal preparation. Meals are
packaged and delivered from the kitchen of Jewish Apartments and Services by
volunteers of the National Council of Jewish Women, Greater Detroit Section.
If you or someone you know is ...
- temporarily unable to prepare meals following a hospital stay
- handicapped and unable to provide meals for themselves
- homebound without someone in their home to help with meals
- elderly needing assistance in maintaining independence in their home
...then Meals on Wheels is the answer |
Meals on Wheels Cooking Demo, June 2010 |
For further information call
Jewish Family Service.
248-592-2313
Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Fees are determined by Jewish Family Service on the basis of the
client's and/or family's ability to pay. The program is subsidized by NCJW/GDS, and tax
deductible contributions from families and friends.
- Client evaluation and follow-up are provided by Jewish Family Service
- Meals are supervised by the Council of Orthodox Rabbis.
We are currently looking for men and women to serve as volunteers in
the Meals on Wheels program. If you are interested in helping out by driving a
delivery route, being a substitute driver, or assisting in packing the meals for
delivery, please call: (248) 967-0967, Hours: 8:00am - 10:30am,
Monday - Friday
View Press Release:
June 10, 2010
Funding for Meals on Wheels
is provided by Area Agency on Aging 1-B through the Office of Services to the Aging, and funding through the
federal Older Americans Act in compliance with Title V of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,
with support from the Mandell L. and Madeleine H. Berman Foundation. |
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Money
Matters: Financial Workshops for
Teens & Parents
Through a generous grant from Jewish Women's Foundation and a partnership with JVS, we have started Money Matters,
a series of financial workshops designed for all teens and their parents.
- The workshops will help teens understand how to spend and how to save their money, and how money choices have an effect on them now and in the future.
- Bar and Bar Mitzvot students will learn from material geared to their level.
- Older teens will receive information that will help them before going on to college or to a job.
- The adult component will be more sophisticated and will explain in greater detail what everybody should know about finances, but too often does not know.
If you are interested, please call the NCJW/GDS
office for further information at 248-355-3300, ext.
0.
See related Secured Credit Card Loan Program.
Both these programs, inspired by
NCJW's Higher
Ground campaign, are made possible by a grant from Jewish
Women's Foundation of Metropolitan Detroit, as well
as unceasing efforts of our Domestic Abuse Awareness
Committee and representatives from JVS and Hebrew Free
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Project Friendship
with Kadima
Sue Simon, Julie Zussman and Myra Gross
display Chanukah crafts with Kadima clients
This twice-monthly Sunday Brunch program funded by NCJW-GDS provides a variety of enjoyable activities for
Kadima clients with chronic mental illness. Interesting and educational field trips, holiday celebrations, and opportunities for social interaction are all part of this supportive program.
Time: 10:30am - 1:30pm
Dates: Sundays (2011)
| January 8 -
Bowling Party and Pizza |
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| January 22 -
In-house Movie and Popcorn |
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| February 5 -
Tu B'Shevat Seder |
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| February 19 -
To Be Announced |
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| March 4 -
Purim Party |
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| March 18 -
BINGO |
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| April 1 -
Passover Seder |
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Volunteers are needed for all activities. To volunteer for any of the above activities, please contact:
NCJW-GDS Office (248) 355-3300 ext. 0
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Reading at Coleman Young Elementary School
Where: Coleman Young Elementary School
(meet at NCJW/GDS office)
Dates: Thursdays, Jan. 19, Feb.
16, Mar. 15, Apr. 19, May 17, 2012.
Time: 9:00 am -
11:30 am
Volunteers read to students at Detroit's Coleman Young Elementary School.
Volunteers are met by student ambassadors in the school office and escorted to their assigned rooms where enjoyable reading times
are shared.
To join this year's group of
volunteers to read to these delightful students,
call (248) 355-3300 ext.0 for more information.
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ReSale
Shops
(formerly Council Thrift Shops)
The Council ReSale Shops provide "High End
Merchandise without the High End Price."
Customers can
find clothing suitable for job interviews, dressy
events, and everyday wear.
In addition, toys, books,
collectibles and household items can be found, all at
bargain prices.
Our new ReDesign HOME Consignment Store is NOW OPEN with items donated and consigned.
For ReSale Shops hours, locations, and sale events see the
Council ReSale Shops website.
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Ronald McDonald House
Spring 2012 is the next opportunity for our generous members to provide lunch and dinner to families staying at Ronald McDonald House. It is a chance for us to perform a mitzvah for people at a difficult time in their lives. If you would like to make a dish and/or help deliver the food and visit this beautiful facility, call the NCJW/GDS office at 248.355.3300, ext. 0
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Safe
Place
Safe Place provides Kosher temporary housing to
women and children in need of a place to stay due to
domestic abuse situations. This program is in
cooperation with
Jewish Family Service. Contact Jewish Family
Service at 248-592-2300, if you are in need of this service. |
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Secured Credit Card Loan Program
Through a generous grant from Jewish Women's Foundation and a partnership with JVS, we have started
the Secured Credit Card Loan Program.
NCJW/GDS is offering this opportunity for Jewish women who meet
certain criteria to apply for their own secured credit
cards. This program is targeted for
Jewish women who are 18 years old or older, who need to
establish credit in their own names, and who have the
ability to repay a loan.
- For women who never had credit in their own name or whose credit has been compromised by a spouse, a significant other, or by lack of knowledge of what poor credit can do, this is a chance to become fiscally responsible and independent.
- Volunteers will help with applying for the loans, JVS will provide financial counseling and a bank will decide whether the card, backed by a $300 loan from NCJW/GDS, will be extended to the applicant.
- If the card is approved, the card is good for a total of $300 in purchases and must be paid back in a timely manner. These payments will lead to gaining credit in a partially secured or unsecured card for the holder.
If you are interested,
and fit the above qualifications, please call the NCJW/GDS
office for further information at
248-355-3300, ext.
0.
See related Money Matters financial workshops.
Both these programs, inspired by
NCJW's Higher
Ground campaign, are made possible by a grant from Jewish
Women's Foundation of Metropolitan Detroit, as well
as unceasing efforts of our Domestic Abuse Awareness
Committee and representatives from JVS and Hebrew Free
Loan. |
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Share Your Soles
Share Your Soles is an annual used shoe drive for
needy children world-wide. NCJW/GDS works in cooperation with the Share Your
Soles organization. Next shoe drive will be announced.
Call the NCJW/GDS office at 248.355.3300, ext. 0
for shoe drive dates.
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SPACE for Changing Families
Bereavement Support Group (Death
of Spouse/Partner)
Where: Congregation
Shaarey Zedek, 27375 Bell Road, Southfield, MI 48034
Dates:
To be announced (6
sessions)
Time:
To be announced
Congregation Shaarey Zedek and the National Council of Jewish Women, Greater Detroit
Section-Space for Changing Families offer a six week Bereavement Support Group for individuals who have experienced the death of a spouse or partner.
Facilitators for this program are Ina Katz and Barbara Robinson.
Pre registration is required. There is no charge
however donations are appreciated. For more information or to register call (248) 355-9936 or send
e-mail to
Space@ncjwgds.org.
SPACE for Changing Families is a nonsectarian community
service project of the National Council of Jewish Women, Greater Detroit Section
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SPACE for Changing Families
Adult Bereavement Support
Group (Loss
of a Parent)
Where: Bingham Office Park, 30300 Telegraph, Suite 125, Bingham Farms,
MI 48025
Dates: To be announced (6 sessions)
Time:
To be announced
The National Council of Jewish Women, Greater Detroit Section--SPACE for Changing Families--is offering a six week bereavement support group for adults grieving the death of a parent.
The group is facilitated by Cindy Goldman, MEd, LPC, providing a safe atmosphere for participants to share and discuss the issues involved in grieving the death of a parent.
This is not a drop-in group, pre-registration
required and you need to attend all six sessions. There is no charge, however donations are appreciated.
For more information or to register, Call (248) 355-9936,
or send e-mail to
Space@ncjwgds.org
SPACE for Changing Families is a nonsectarian community service of the
National Council of Jewish Women, Greater Detroit Section
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SPACE for Changing Families
Divorce Support Group
for Parents and Their School Age Children (thru grade 8)
"Rainbows--Guiding
Kids Through Life's Storms"
Where:
The Birmingham Temple, 28611 W. Twelve Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. MI
Dates: Mondays, begins March 12,
2012
Time:
7:00 PM
This is a well-organized peer support group designed for parents and their
children who are trying to adjust to living in a single-parent household, in a
stepfamily or to any change in their family life.
Call (248) 355-9936 or email
SPACE@ncjwgds.org for more information
and to register. There is a $10 material charge per family.
If you know a school
social worker, private therapist, pediatrician, etc. to whom we can mail information
to publicize this program, contact the SPACE office: (248) 355-9936
or send e-mail
SPACE for Changing Families is a nonsectarian community service of the
National Council of Jewish Women, Greater Detroit Section
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SPACE for Changing Families
Divorce Support Group
for Adults
Where:
NCJW/GDS Office, 26400 Lahser Rd., Suite 306, Southfield, MI 48033
Dates:
Mondays, January 16, 2012 - February 20, 2012
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
A Divorce Support Group for Adults will meet for
six sessions, facilitated by Cindy Goldman.
There is no charge
for this program, but donations are appreciated. Advance registration is
required.
Please call 248-355-9936 or
send email to
Space@ncjwgds.org to register.
SPACE for Changing Families is a nonsectarian community service of the
National Council of Jewish Women, Greater Detroit Section
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SPACE for Changing Families
Grandparents Circle
Where:
NCJW/GDS office, 26400 Lahser Road, Suite 306, Southfield, MI 48033 (FIRST
SESSION WILL MEET IN SUITE 100)
Dates: To be announced
Time:
To be announced
A 5-week program for Jewish grandparents
whose children are
intermarried. This program offers participants the opportunity to develop skills
and techniques to
share their Jewish heritage with their grandchildren in an engaging way. The Grandparents Circle provides a safe, open-minded and supportive environment where people can share their achievements, express their concerns, frustrations and acknowledge their challenges.
There is no charge
for this program, but donations are appreciated.
Advance registration is required. For more information or to register, call 248-355-9936, or
send email to
Space@ncjwgds.org.
SPACE for Changing Families is a nonsectarian community service of the
National Council of Jewish Women, Greater Detroit Section
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Teen
Yellow Pages
The
Teen Yellow Pages is a directory developed and
maintained by NCJW/GDS, which focuses on critical topics
for teens-- providing community service information &
contacts to get help for various issues.
Copies may be obtained by calling the NCJW/GDS office at 248.355.3300, ext. 0
Or,
view the information online at:
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Tutoring
Elementary School Students
NCJW/GDS is actively supporting
a program to tutor first and second graders in the
Detroit Public Schools. Emphasis will be on reading
skills. Each volunteer meets weekly
with one-three students, for one-half hour each. Volunteers
are asked to commit to once a week sessions for at least
3 months. Training is provided to volunteers. Both
students and tutors share a very a rewarding experience!
Please call (248) 355-3300 ext.0 for more information or to volunteer.
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Wrapped in Love
and Mitzvah Sunday
Where: NCJW/GDS (248) 355-3300
Get Directions
Dates:
Every Monday, and Second Sunday of the Month (No Sundays in July & August)
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
on Mondays; 1:00pm - 3:00pm on second Sunday
Abused and neglected children are removed from their homes every day by
Protective Services. They are placed in foster care homes or institutions. The
warm and cuddly blankets we make for them ease some of the trauma they are experiencing.
Your help is so important and it is so easy. Just drop in to the Council office on any Monday, no need to make a reservation. No sewing is involved, just cutting and tying. We provide all the materials, equipment, and even coffee & snacks. Give it a try and bring a friend or two!
Mitzvah Sunday is an opportunity for children and teens who want to participate in Wrapped in Love for mitzvah credit or community service activity. Bar/Bat Mitzvah students, youth groups, or BBYO are welcome to join as
individuals or a group project.
But you must call the NCJW/GDS office at (248) 355-3300 ext.0 by the Friday
prior to the second Sunday of the month to confirm your participation. No
Sundays in July & August, but all ages are welcome to come on Mondays at 10!
These projects
depend on Tribute Funds so keep us in mind when making your tribute donations.
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