March 2016
Movie Night
Join us for a screening of “More Than a Month”The Center for Discovery is hosting a movie night at The Children’s Center. Join us for More Than a Month, a documentary by Shukree Hassan Tilghman, a 29-year-old, African American filmmaker on a cross-country campaign to end Black History Month. Following the one-hour film, our Children’s Center Board President, Renee Prewitt, and fellow board members will lead an open conversation on the movie’s themes. Refreshments will be provided. RSVP To reserve…
Find out more »April 2016
Butterfly Tea Party & Storytelling
You’re Invited To A Tea Party & Storytelling! What Join us for a Butterfly Tea Party and a reading of the book Round by S.R. Taylor. The author will be with us to share the book, a tale about the importance of believing in yourself and never giving up. Snacks will be provided! Who's Invited Families and children of all ages When April 12, 4:00pm Where Building 90, Lower level RSVP! Space is Limited Please RSVP…
Find out more »September 2016
Cornerstone Group
Teenagers Unite! Join us for Cornerstone Group! Teenagers have a lot to look forward to as they enter adulthood. Cornerstone is here to help them prepare for it, exploring topics that will help them create successful futures. And the best part about it? Our teens get to make their voices known and shape our group as we go! We’ll explore topics like: Stress and anger management Relationships Self-esteem Money management Technology Join the program today! Ask your clinician…
Find out more »Family Game Night
Enjoy a Fun Night Out with the Family! When Tuesday, September 20, 2016 • 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. No RSVP required. What Open to our clients, their families, and staff Lots of fun games and free food A great way to spend time with the family while making new friends Where The Children’s Center, Building 90 LL, Activity Room Have Questions? Call Mary Beth Scherer at 313.418.7049 This event is sponsored by: The DMC Download…
Find out more »April 2017
Special Education Learning Series: Knowing Your Rights pt. 1
Understanding Special Education: A Learning Series for Parents What The Children’s Center Consumer Council is offering a 6-week learning series to help parents and caregivers understand the rights of children and the responsibilities of parents, professionals and educators involved in special education. Parents will learn about the laws related to special education, Individualized Education Plan Process (IEP), how to request services and how and when to advocate for their children. We are offering morning and evening sessions. Participants must register…
Find out more »Special Education Learning Series: Knowing Your Rights pt. 1
Understanding Special Education: A Learning Series for Parents What The Children’s Center Consumer Council is offering a 6-week learning series to help parents and caregivers understand the rights of children and the responsibilities of parents, professionals and educators involved in special education. Parents will learn about the laws related to special education, Individualized Education Plan Process (IEP), how to request services and how and when to advocate for their children. We are offering morning and evening sessions. Participants must register…
Find out more »Special Education Learning Series: Knowing Your Rights pt. 2
Understanding Special Education: A Learning Series for Parents What The Children’s Center Consumer Council is offering a 6-week learning series to help parents and caregivers understand the rights of children and the responsibilities of parents, professionals and educators involved in special education. Parents will learn about the laws related to special education, Individualized Education Plan Process (IEP), how to request services and how and when to advocate for their children. We are offering morning and evening sessions. Participants must register…
Find out more »Special Education Learning Series: Services, Support, Accommodations
Understanding Special Education: A Learning Series for Parents What The Children’s Center Consumer Council is offering a 6-week learning series to help parents and caregivers understand the rights of children and the responsibilities of parents, professionals and educators involved in special education. Parents will learn about the laws related to special education, Individualized Education Plan Process (IEP), how to request services and how and when to advocate for their children. We are offering morning and evening sessions. Participants must register…
Find out more »Special Education Learning Series: Knowing Your Rights pt. 2
Understanding Special Education: A Learning Series for Parents What The Children’s Center Consumer Council is offering a 6-week learning series to help parents and caregivers understand the rights of children and the responsibilities of parents, professionals and educators involved in special education. Parents will learn about the laws related to special education, Individualized Education Plan Process (IEP), how to request services and how and when to advocate for their children. We are offering morning and evening sessions. Participants must register…
Find out more »Special Education Learning Series: The Importance of Organization
Understanding Special Education: A Learning Series for Parents What The Children’s Center Consumer Council is offering a 6-week learning series to help parents and caregivers understand the rights of children and the responsibilities of parents, professionals and educators involved in special education. Parents will learn about the laws related to special education, Individualized Education Plan Process (IEP), how to request services and how and when to advocate for their children. We are offering morning and evening sessions. Participants must register…
Find out more »Parent-to-Parent Support Group
WHAT The Children’s Center Consumer Council is hosting a free parent-to-parent support group for parents and care givers of children, adolescents & young adults. The Support Group is an open, welcoming group providing dialogue and peer support. Light refreshments provided Child care and interpreter services available upon request WHEN Every third Thursday from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Beginning April 27, 2017 WHERE The Children’s Center 79 West Alexandrine Detroit, MI 48201 FOR MORE INFORMATION Please contact Pamela…
Find out more »Special Education Learning Series: Services, Support, Accommodations
Understanding Special Education: A Learning Series for Parents What The Children’s Center Consumer Council is offering a 6-week learning series to help parents and caregivers understand the rights of children and the responsibilities of parents, professionals and educators involved in special education. Parents will learn about the laws related to special education, Individualized Education Plan Process (IEP), how to request services and how and when to advocate for their children. We are offering morning and evening sessions. Participants must register…
Find out more »May 2017
Special Education Learning Series: Making the Request
Understanding Special Education: A Learning Series for Parents What The Children’s Center Consumer Council is offering a 6-week learning series to help parents and caregivers understand the rights of children and the responsibilities of parents, professionals and educators involved in special education. Parents will learn about the laws related to special education, Individualized Education Plan Process (IEP), how to request services and how and when to advocate for their children. We are offering morning and evening sessions. Participants must register…
Find out more »Special Education Learning Series: The Importance of Organization
Understanding Special Education: A Learning Series for Parents What The Children’s Center Consumer Council is offering a 6-week learning series to help parents and caregivers understand the rights of children and the responsibilities of parents, professionals and educators involved in special education. Parents will learn about the laws related to special education, Individualized Education Plan Process (IEP), how to request services and how and when to advocate for their children. We are offering morning and evening sessions. Participants must register…
Find out more »Special Education Learning Series: Advocacy & Accountability
Understanding Special Education: A Learning Series for Parents What The Children’s Center Consumer Council is offering a 6-week learning series to help parents and caregivers understand the rights of children and the responsibilities of parents, professionals and educators involved in special education. Parents will learn about the laws related to special education, Individualized Education Plan Process (IEP), how to request services and how and when to advocate for their children. We are offering morning and evening sessions. Participants must register…
Find out more »Special Education Learning Series: Making the Request
Understanding Special Education: A Learning Series for Parents What The Children’s Center Consumer Council is offering a 6-week learning series to help parents and caregivers understand the rights of children and the responsibilities of parents, professionals and educators involved in special education. Parents will learn about the laws related to special education, Individualized Education Plan Process (IEP), how to request services and how and when to advocate for their children. We are offering morning and evening sessions. Participants must register…
Find out more »Special Education Learning Series: Advocacy & Accountability
Understanding Special Education: A Learning Series for Parents What The Children’s Center Consumer Council is offering a 6-week learning series to help parents and caregivers understand the rights of children and the responsibilities of parents, professionals and educators involved in special education. Parents will learn about the laws related to special education, Individualized Education Plan Process (IEP), how to request services and how and when to advocate for their children. We are offering morning and evening sessions. Participants must register…
Find out more »June 2017
Consumer Council Meet & Greet
Get to know the members of The Children’s Center Consumer Council Met our Partners Organizations: Youth United Wayne County Fatherhood Initiative Family Alliance for Change Learn about Peer Delivered Services: Parent Support Partners Youth Peer Support Partners The Consumer Council is designed to encourage families whose children are clients at The Children’s Center to be involved in, and participate fully, in decisions related to their care and services. The council uses consumer ideas to improve services and agency management practices…
Find out more »Michigan PTA & Consumer Council Training Series
Education and Advocacy: How Communities Can Engage and Thrive Michigan PTA, in partnership with the Consumer Council is proud to offer Education and Advocacy: How Communities Can Engage and Thrive. Michigan PTA works with National PTA to promote advocacy for children’s issues across America. Michigan PTA hopes to inspire all parents and educational professionals, as well as members of our communities, to become more aware of current issues affecting children and public education across Michigan. We encourage residents to speak…
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