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

Ascension Healthcare of Detroit

Hiring Food Service Workers
Part-time Employment
We are hiring immediately for part-time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER
Location: Ascension St. John Hospital-Moross – 22101 Moross Road Detroit, MI 48236-2148 Note: online applications accepted only.
Schedule: Part-time schedule; 9:00 pm – 3:00 am, days may vary. Holidays and weekends are needed, more details upon interview.
Requirement: Prior food service/barista experience is preferred.
Starting Pay: $15.00 per hour
*Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOBto 75000 and search requisition ID number 1216450.
Please apply online at: FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER (PART-TIME) job in Grosse Pointe, MI with Compass Group Careers https://careers.compassgroupcareers.com/food-service-worker-cashier-part-time/job/26061093?jobpipeline=CrothallCareers

Wayne County Community College

The Professional Closet – 2 sites for your convenience 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 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

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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Michigan Reconnect has expanded the age requirement to include anyone 21+ (previously 25+) for a limited time. Applicants must apply by November 15^th 2024. Please share as you see fit.

https://www.michigan.gov/reconnect

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible, you just need to:

Be at least 21 years of age.
Apply and enroll in a community or tribal college no later than fall semester 2024.
Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
Have lived in Michigan for at least a year.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent or certificate of completion.
Have not yet completed a college degree.

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.

U.S. veteran who died in Ukraine believed in freedom

Army veteran Jericho Skye Magallon is one of at least 18 U.S. veterans who have died in Ukraine. Contributed photo

Jericho Skye Magallon was passionate about the military while growing up in Las Vegas, recalled his father Ralph, who provided parental consent so that Jericho could join the Army at 17 years old.

Jericho became a Military Police Officer stationed at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, and he eventually served with the Nevada Army National Guard. He processed out in 2016.

Years after leaving the Army, Jericho became one of the many veterans who went to Ukraine to fight against the invading Russians. It was only four days into the war that Jericho told his father he was leaving for Ukraine. Ralph Magallon said his son had been thinking about going back into the U.S. military, but Jericho ultimately decided to go to Ukraine after the Russian invasion.

“He told me: ‘Dad, I have to go back. I can’t just watch these people being slaughtered,’” Ralph Magallon said.

Ralph Magallon recently learned that Jericho, 28, was likely killed by a Russian drone strike earlier this month near Bakhmut, the site of fierce fighting. Although the Russians took some members of his unit prisoner, the American government has advised Jericho’s family not to get their hopes raised that he might still be alive.

The American consulate has told Ralph Magallon that many Ukrainian soldiers were killed while trying to retrieve the bodies of Jericho and his comrades. As a result, they don’t know if Jericho’s body will ever be able to return home.

At least 18 American veterans have been killed in Ukraine since Russia launched its latest invasion of the country in February 2022.

Read the full story in Task & Purpose.

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

Private Math Tutoring Services

Back to school season is upon us so let us prepare your scholar 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!

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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.

Michigan Works and Employment Service sites are 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

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

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

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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

Extra Space Storage Scholarship ESSAY topic:

How have you exhibited a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, or social justice through work, service, or other extra-curricular activities, and how will your education help you continue this commitment during college and beyond?

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.

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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

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

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.

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