Warming Center Information Winter 2016-2017

Mon, 10/31/2016 - 4:25pm by Sunny29

The Shelter Association of Washtenaw County has released the following information about Warming Centers, and you can find the full schedule posted at the Delonis Center.

For access to the Warming Center each client must call Housing Access of Washtenaw County at 734-961-1999 and obtain a referral to the Delonis Center. From November 1st through November 11th, there will be in person HAWC screeners at the Delonis Center from 6:00-10:00 p.m. to help with intake.

The Day Warming Shelter will begin on December 5th 2016 and will continue until April 3rd.

The Night Winter Programs will begin on November 14th 2016, and the last night will be April 2nd 2017.

If you have any questions please e mail Ellen at schule@ewashtenaw.org

Teens Using Drugs: Education Series

Thu, 10/27/2016 - 10:26am by Beth Manuel

The Dawn Farms Education Series, "Teens Using Drugs: What To Know and What To Do" reconvenes in January, 2017. This is a free, two-part series that will be presented from 7:30-9:00 pm Tuesday, January 3rd (part one, "What to Know"), and Tuesday, January 10th, (part two, "What to Do"). The programs will be held in the "Exhibition Room" on the first floor of St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Education Center at 5305 Elliott Drive, Ypsilanti. The sessions are presented by the Dawn Farm Youth & Family Services team. This program is targeted primarily to parents/caretakers of teens & young adults but is inclusive of other family members, teens, professionals, students, people who sponsor or support teens, and others interested. Please contact 734-485-8725 or info@dawnfarm.org or see the link to Dawn Farm for further information.

WCSO Community Education Series

Tue, 10/25/2016 - 9:59am by Sunny29

Please join the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office for the fourth installment of their community engagement and education series. This session will be presented in partnership with Friends of Restorative Justice and Community Mental Health. It will focus on the Seattle LEAD (Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion) program and TJC (The Jail to Community) programs in Maryland and their potential application here in Washtenaw County. You will have the opportunity to learn about these programs and site visits, ask questions, and provide feedback.

--Thursday, November 3rd--
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Washtenaw Community College Morris Lawrence Building
4800 E. Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, 48105

Please click here to register or email:wyattk@ewashtenaw.org

Washtenaw Matters: Election 2016!

Thu, 10/13/2016 - 12:01pm by iralax

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The newsletter formerly known as CivCity EXTRA is now Washtenaw Matters: News You Can Use! The September edition is focused on the Nov. 8 election. It offers quality information about The Path to the Presidency as well as local elections and vocabulary definitions. If you have any questions or would like a copy of the Tutor Guide, please email Alison Austin, Washtenaw Literacy Program Manager, at austin@washtenawliteracy.org.

Pain Medication Take-Back Day

Tue, 10/04/2016 - 10:42am by Sunny29

Please join the Division of Pain Research, Anesthesiology and the Ann Arbor Police Department to battle the very frightening but real trend of prescription drug abuse in teens. They are hosting their 4th free take-back event in hopes of bringing awareness to the community while also making homes safer.

WHEN: October 8, 2016 from 10:00-2:00 PM
WHERE: Pioneer High School Parking lot
WHY: In Washtenaw County alone, unintentional or undetermined opioid pain reliever overdoses more than doubled from 2014 to 2015 for residents 21 or younger. Behind marijuana, prescription drugs are the second most abused substance among teens today. Many teens mistakenly view prescriptions as a medically safe way to get high. Prescription pain relievers, such as OxyContin and Vicodin, are most commonly abused and teens can get these easily from our homes.

Acceptable items include: pills, capsules or patches for pain management, sedatives and sleeping aids, ADHD medication and veterinary medicines. Please do not bring syringes, needles, lancets or liquids.

Help us keep teens and children safe by disposing unwanted, expired or unused medications at this free event!

If you have questions, please contact Kristin Bennett at: 734-998-0455 or krisben@med.umich.edu

WCSO Community Education Series

Mon, 09/26/2016 - 12:39pm by Sunny29

In a continued effort to build stronger relationships and trust with the community they serve, the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office will be hosting a three-part educational series consisting of six different topic areas. Each session will be facilitated/instructed by Sheriff Clayton and will consist of a 40 minute class room discussion of each topic area followed by a question and answer period. If you are interested in learning the specifics behind these topics please join us. Here is information about the upcoming Parts Two and Three:

- Session Two -
Topic area 3 - Evolution of Subject Control/Use of Force
Topic area 4 - Accountability Practices (processing service complaints/internal investigations)

Wednesday, September 28th, 6-8 p.m.
Ypsilanti Township Hall
7200 S. Huron River Dr.,Ypsilanti, MI
Register here for Session Two.

- Session Three -
Topic area 5 - Veteran Employee Training and our new training series (Managing Interpersonal Interactions)
Topic area 6 - Corrections Operations

Wednesday, October 12th, 6-8 p.m.
Dexter Middle School (Mill Creek)
7305 Dexter-Ann Arbor Rd, Dexter, MI
Register here for Session Three.

826Michigan Open House

Thu, 09/22/2016 - 5:49pm by Sunny29

Prospective, new and returning 826Michigan students and families are invited to join staff, interns and tutors for an Open House on Monday, October 10th from 5:30-7:00 p.m.

You'll have a chance to learn about cost-free programs, sample writing activities, explore the space, enjoy snacks and more!

826Michigan is located at 115 E. Liberty St., inside the Liberty Street Robot Supply and Repair shop, where all proceeds go directly to 826MIchigan. Please call for more information: 734.761.3463

Fall Programs at 826Michigan

Thu, 09/22/2016 - 5:20pm by Sunny29

Have you heard about 826Michigan? It's a wonderful non-profit just around the corner from the Downtown library branch housed in the Liberty Street Robot Supply and Repair Shop. They inspire school-aged students to write confidently and skillfully with the help of adult volunteer from their communities. This fall, 826Michigan's Liberty Street location has a number of tutoring sessions, drop-in writing programs and creative writing workshops.

In addition to tutoring options at AADL and Brainfuse, which you can access at any AADL branch or from the comfort of your own home with your library card, here's more about what 826Michigan has to offer this fall.

TUTORING:
September 26th- December 8th
- Monday-Thursday, 3:30-5:30 p.m.-

DROP-IN WRITING, ages 6-10:
September 28th- November 16th
- Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.

CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOPS:
Saturdays, October-November
*Registration begins Saturday, September 24th on their website.

My Turn- Sensory Friendly Sundays

Wed, 09/07/2016 - 4:49pm by Sunny29

My Turn is a non-profit organization created by families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders and is managed by the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum. Project Partners include the University of Michigan Museum of Natural History, Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra, University of Michigan Museum of Art, Leslie Science and Nature Center, and Therapeutic Riding Inc., all of whom host Sensory Friendly Sunday sessions.

Each program will last for two hours and will allow My Turn visitors to have the opportunity to explore at their own pace and in their own way, in a less sensory stimulating and crowd-free environment. Families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder are invited to attend each free program and participate in hands-on activities designed specifically for ASD audiences.

The next event will be held Sunday, September 11th from 10:00 a.m. - noon at the Leslie Science and Nature Center. Be sure to check out the events calendar to find a My Turn event through March 2017

It's time for the Dawn Farm Jamboree!

Tue, 08/30/2016 - 9:56am by Beth Manuel

You’re invited to have a great time while supporting a great cause at Dawn Farm's Fantastic 43rd Anniversary Jamboree on Sunday, September 11th, 2016 from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm! Admission and all activities are free! This is a great family activity with hayrides, pony rides, crafts and a children’s tent, too. Visit the working farm or bid on unique items in both silent and live auctions. Food and beverages will be for sale for a variety of tastes. Funds raised from the auctions will help support critical addiction services for individuals who need help and lack resources. For more information, or if you would like to volunteer at the event, call 734-485-8725.