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Counseling Resources
September 17, 2008 211-United Way - This is a fabulous clearing house of local information and help for families. This nonprofit will be able to connect you with local organizations that help with utility shutoffs, counseling, food banks, and many other resources.
- Just pick up the phone and dial 211!
- website: www.211us.org
- Some of the many areas 211 helps our community: 2-1-1 helps laid-off workers with job training, housing, food and other needs, 2-1-1 provides information on flu shot locations and financial assistance, 2-1-1 has information on state-provided children’s health insurance, 2-1-1 helps crime victims deal with the aftermath they face, 2-1-1 has a translation service to assist callers in over 170 languages, 2-1-1’s database has the most current information and assistance available, 2-1-1 actively listens to callers, assessing additional needs not immediately apparent, 2-1-1 sees where there is the most need and is able to target assistance to increase help available, 2-1-1 is a resource for rural and urban populations, providing relevant referrals based on the caller’s location, 2-1-1 provides parenting information, 2-1-1 can immediately connect individuals who are contemplating suicide with a crisis counselor
Alanon - Website: www.al-anon.org
- Alateen information
- Offering help and hope for friends and families of alcoholics
- Meeting Locator is available on this site
Alcoholics Anonymous - Website: www.aa.org
- Find a meeting
- Help for recovery from alcohol
- Contact Information (248) 541-6565
Arab American and Chaldean Council - Website: www.myacc.org
- Educational, employment and training, behavioral health, youth recreation and self-enrichment services as well as others are provided.
- Nonprofit organization
- Several locations in the area
- Substance abuse prevention (313)369-4739
Ch1ldren Now Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation - Website: www.BPkids.org
- Great resource for parents and educators
- Latest research, printable documents
- Link to www.depressedteens.com which is another resource for parents, teens, and educators
College Board - Website: www.collegeboard.com
- Offers information on Colleges, Scholarships, SATs and PSATs, Careers
- Parent Section: Where to find scholarships, How to apply, and Recognize a scam
- Student Section: SAT practice question of the day, Planning for college, Careers
Common Ground Sanctuary - Assisting adults, children and familes through a 24-hour crisis hotline, psychiatric screening and care for people without insurance coverage.
- For more information call 248-456-8150, crisis hotline (800) 231-1127.
- Common Ground Sanctuary Crisis Services
853 Woodward Avenue, Pontiac MI 48341, 248-456-1991. - Runaway/Transitional Living (248) 399-9795
- Website: www.commongroundsanctuary.org
Domestic Violence Information The Friendship House - Website: www.thefriendshiphouse.org
- Support for individuals and families who suffer from addictions and isolating conditions
- Contact Information (248)788-8888
Helping Hand Henry Ford Maplegrove - Website: www.henryford.com/maplegrove
- Family centered treatment of alcohol and other drug addictions for adolescents and adults
- Contact information: (248) 661-6100
Jewish Family Services - Website: www.jfsdetroit.org
- Outpatient substance abuse counseling
- sliding scale available
- Contact information: (248) 592-2300
Lakes Area Youth Assistance - 615 N. Pontiac trail, Walled Lake, MI 48390 248-956-5070
- Contact: mcgowans@oakgov.com
- Oakland County Counseling Services
- Offering several areas of assistance for kids and families in the areas of emotional development, educational support, parenting workshops, school truancy diffficulties, and extra-curricular activity funding
- School counselors will help you get connected to Youth Assistance services.
Michigan Department of Community Health Narcotics Anonymous National Highway Traffic Safety Administration - Website: www.nhtsa.dot.gov
- Bicycle Safety & proper helmet fitting
- New Driver Information
- Impaired Driving
- Child Passenger Safety Information
National Institute on Drug Abuse - Website: www.nida.nih.gov
- Drug information & facts, education materials, curriculum guides, classroom tools for parents and teachers.
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Perspectives Counseling Centers - Website: www.perspectivesoftroy.com
- Indivdual, family, and group therapy.
- Servicing children, adult, and adolescents.
- Marraige, christain and EDGE counseling services.
- Two locations to serve you. Troy 248-244-8644 Sterling Heights 586-286-6712
Protective Services - 24 hour service
- Child neglect and abuse
- Contact information: (866) 975-5010
Sarah Banks' Counseling
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