Member Agencies

Member Agencies

Education


BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS--A Community of Caring
Big Brothers Big Sisters creates, develops and nurtures healthy quality relationships between children and adult volunteer mentors to encourage each child to become a caring, competent and responsible adult.
3501 Covington Road, 382-6800
INTERFAITH OUTREACH
Interfaith Blvd., 345-1728
Email: sherrybutler@bbbsmi.org
Website: www.bbbsmi.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Strengthening Families and Youth.


BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF GREATER KALAMAZOO
Provides positive programs and activities in five core program areas: Participating Arts; Health & Life Skills; Character & Leadership Development; Education & Career Development; Sports Fitness & Recreation. Also available are summer programs, teen programs, and a residential summer camp. School-aged youth are eligible to become members. Provides a Family Support Program, which includes free workshops on issues surrounding families and the positive development of youth.
Lake St. Unit, 915 Lake St., 349-4485 or Douglass Unit, 1000 W. Patterson, 344-5350
Email: roberte@bgckalamazoo.org
Website: bgckalamazoo.com
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Strengthening Families and Youth.


SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN COUNCIL BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
Scouting prepares young men ages 7-20 and women ages 14-20 to make ethical choices over their lifetime by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. Character building, life skills, physical fitness and citizenship training are taught through a series of challenging outdoor activities, career development programs and sports. Outreach efforts are available to disadvantaged youth.
1035 W. Maple St., 343-4687
Email: swmcbsa@bsaswmc.org
Website: www.bsaswmc.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Strengthening Families and Youth.



CATHOLIC FAMILY SERVICES
Serving people of all faiths since 1975. The ARK shelter for youth provides emergency housing and support services for homeless and runaway youth ages 10-17 and their families. The ARK Community Services provides assistance and support with housing, education and employment for homeless youth ages 16-21, helping them transition into independent adults. Caring Network helps pregnant women and teens deliver healthy babies and develop positive and healthy parenting and lifestyle behaviors. It provides housing support and assistance with material items. Bridges mental health counseling provides affordable mental health therapy to families and individuals of all ages. Baraga Manor, located in Otsego, provides safe and affordable housing for adults ages 62 and older.
1819 Gull Road, 381-9800
Email: info@catholicfamilyservices.org
Website: www.catholicfamilyservices.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Strengthening Families and Youth.


COMMUNITY HEALING CENTERS
Community Healing Centers provide a full spectrum of services and outreach. Elizabeth Upjohn Community Healing Ctr., 2615 Stadium Dr. (343-1651) provides mental health outpatient psychological services; outpatient and intensive outpatient addiction treatment and prevention services, including specialized services for adolescents, health care professionals, dually diagnosed and families; early intervention for at-risk infants; consultation to schools, parenting groups, and child support advocates for child victims of sexual abuse.
Jim Gilmore Jr. Community Healing Ctr.
1910 Shaffer Street (382-9820) offers addiction recovery services including detoxification, and residential treatment.
2615 Stadium Dr., 343-1651
Email: sreames@chcmi.org
Website: www.communityhealingcenter.org
Outcomes supported by GKUW funding: Physical and Mental Health, Strengthening Families and Youth.


FAMILY & CHILDREN SERVICES
Individual, relationship, family counseling and parenting classes; Foster Care, Adoption; Home-based Services (Families First, FACT, Mobile Crisis Response); Case Management Services; Respite & Youth Enrichment Services.
1608 Lake St., 344-0202
Email: rosemaryg@fcsource.org
Website: www.fcsource.org
Outcomes supported by GKUW funding: Physical and Mental Health, Strengthening Families and Youth.


GIRL SCOUTS HEART OF MICHIGAN
Girl Scouts is a year-round youth development program with emphasis on leadership that engages girls in discovering themselves, connecting with others, and taking action to make the world a better place. Girl Scouts is focused solely on the unique challenges and issues facing today’s girls and helps them develop strong values and positive self-esteem, qualities they need to be successful leaders now and throughout their lives.
601 W. Maple St., 343-1516 or 1-800-788-4919
Website: www.gshom.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Strengthening Families and Youth.


SPECIALIZED LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC.
The Specialized Language Development Center is committed to bringing the power of reading, writing and spelling to all individuals with dyslexia or other unique learning styles enabling them to achieve their full potential. We do this through: Comprehensive assessment and evaluation for individuals to identify their learning style and educational needs; one-to-one multisensory tutoring based on the Orton-Gillingham approach to all who need this service; training for educators, tutors and parents in a variety of specialized language instruction approaches including SLD developed Phonics Fundamentals and Orton-Gillingham based approach.
504 S. Westnedge Ave., 345-2661
Email: info@sldcenter.org
Web site: www.sldcenter.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Strengthening Families and Youth.


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ADVOCACY SERVICES FOR KIDS (ASK)
The mission of ASK is to assist families and their children who have mood, emotional, and behavioral challenges to understand and navigate services, advocate effectively, and achieve their potential. Our vision is that providers and communities partner equally with families and youth to optimize their care and to develop programs and policies affecting all children with mental health challenges. ASK provides information, resources, support groups, family and community trainings, and educational outreach to help others understand the challenges these families face, and break down the stigma surrounding children’s mental health. Services are free to families.
414 East Michigan Ave., 343-5896
Email: mail@askforkids.org
Website: www.askforkids.org

Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Increasing Self-Sufficiency.

COMMUNITY ADVOCATES for PERSONS with DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Advocates to improve the quality of life for people of all ages in Kalamazoo County with developmental disabilities and to support their families.
814 S. Westnedge Ave., 342-9801
Email: commadvocates@communityadvocates.org
Website: www.communityadvocates.org

Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Increasing Self-Sufficiency.

DISABILITY NETWORK SW MI
Disability Network Southwest Michigan provides information & referral, advocacy, peer support, independent living supports, systems advocacy and a wide range of specialized educational and advocacy support for people of all disabilities and ages.
517 East Crosstown Pkwy., 345-1516
Email: jcooper@dnswm.org
Website: www.dnswm.org

Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Increasing Self-Sufficiency.

FOOD BANK OF SOUTH CENTRAL MI
Helps alleviate hunger by supporting it’s hunger relief network of 275 partner organizations in the 8 counties that it serves. Established in 1982, the Food Bank of So. Central MI is a certified member of Feeding America (formerly America’s Second Harvest) and is a member of the Food Bank Council of Michigan.
P.O. Box 408
Battle Creek, 49016 (269) 964-3663
Email: foodbank@foodbankofscm.org
Website: www.foodbankofscm.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Increasing Self-Sufficiency.


GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF SW MI
Provides education, training and career support services to people with barriers to employment so they can maximize their employment potential.
420 East Alcott St., 382-0490
Email: rostrander-cook@goodwillswmi.org
Web site: www.goodwillswmi.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Increasing Self-Sufficiency.


GUARDIAN FINANCE & ADVOCACY SERVICES
“Safeguarding At-Risk Adults”, Guardian serves adults with limited skills who need help managing basic issues in life. Their limitations may be due to learning disabilities, agedness, medical issues, mental illness, etc. Due to their limitations, they are also vulnerable to exploitation by others, financially and physically. Services include coaching seniors on managing their money, teaching financial skills, managing individual SSA income, serving as trustee and power of attorney, and court appointed roles as guardian and conservator. We have 45 years of trusted service in Kalamazoo and Calhoun Counties.
420 E. Alcott St., 49001. 344-0688
Email: jdehaan@yourguardian.org
Website: www.yourguardian.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Increasing Self- Sufficiency.


HOUSING RESOURCES, INC.
HRI is a leader in the fight against homelessness serving as Kalamazoo County’s primary clearinghouse for housing solutions. It offers a continuum of services including emergency shelter for homeless families with children, eviction prevention grants, housing search, temporary rental assistance and access to affordable housing units. HRI engages with area landlords and promotes positive tenant/landlord relations. HRI also links to a variety of community service supports to assist with non-housing related factors impacting housing stability such as employment.
420 East Alcott St., Ste. 200, 382-0287
Email: mpetersen@housingresourcesinc.org
Website: www.housingresourcesinc.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Increasing Self-Sufficiency.


LEGAL AID of WESTERN MICHIGAN
Provides legal advice & representation to eligible low-income residents of Kalamazoo County in civil (non-criminal) matters. Priority services: domestic violence, housing, public benefits and consumer; other services include referrals, community legal education and outreach.
201 W. Kalamazoo Ave. #427, 344-8113
Email: dlroberts@legalaidwestmich.net
Website: legalaidwestmich.org
Please call (888) 783-8190 for appointments.
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Increasing Self-Sufficiency.


 MINISTRY WITH COMMUNITY
Welcomes and serves any adult struggling with homelessness, poverty, mental illness and substance abuse in an atmosphere of dignity, hope and unconditional acceptance. The daytime resource center and shelter are open 365 days/year and serves two hot nutritious meals per day, provides showers, laundry, haircuts, telephones, mail service, help with birth certificate/I.D., social workers provide counseling & referrals, job transportation as well as life skills education and computer training.
440 N. Church, 343-6073
Email: office@ministrywithcommunity.org
Website: www.ministrywithcommunity.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Increasing Self-Sufficiency.


MRC INDUSTRIES, INC.
Offers work & community integration services for youth & adults who have a developmental disabilities, mental illness, or traumatic brain injury. Skill building and employment for adults with developmental disabilities is provided through McKercher, 2538 South 26th St. (343-0747). Psychosocial rehabilitation and employment, for people recovering from mental illness is provided through Pathways, 119 W. Vine (342-0173). Case management for people recovering from mental illness is provided through BridgeWays, 1606 So. Burdick (552-3440). Employment and education support for young people through Connections, 2901 So. Westnedge (342-9320).
2538 South 26th St.
Email: mrc@mrcindustries.org
Website: www.mrcindustries.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Increasing Self-Sufficiency.


THE SALVATION ARMY
Provides emergency financial assistance to individuals in Kalamazoo County for utilities, food, clothing, etc. Operates the clearinghouse for Christmas assistance and distributes toys, food and winter coats. Offers Tutorial Program for children; luncheon club for seniors; scouting activities for boys and girls; and basketball leagues for youth and adults.
1700 S. Burdick St., 344-6119
Website: www.usc.salvationarmy.org/usc/www_usc_kalamazoo.nsf
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Increasing Self-Sufficiency.


YWCA OF KALAMAZOO
The YWCA of Kalamazoo provides Kalamazoo County the only shelter and other services specifically designed for victims of domestic violence; services for adult sexual assault survivors including medical forensic exams in a non-hospital setting, supportive volunteers and counseling; one of few licensed and nationally accredited child care centers that offers scholarships and accepts government subsidies; a unique and volunteer-intensive mentoring program for adult and teen women seeking economic self-sufficiency; and services to the community-at-large, focusing on racial justice and women’s economic empowerment.
353 E. Michigan Ave., 345-5595
Email: info@ywcakalamazoo.org
Website: www.ywcakalamazoo.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Increasing Self-Sufficiency.

 

Health


AMERICAN RED CROSS, GREATER KALAMAZOO AREA CHAPTER
24/7 disaster relief and help for military families; blood collection; CPR/First Aid/Water Safety/Babysitting and Disaster Preparedness Training; International Social Services; veterans’ rides for VA Hospital Battle Creek appointments.
5640 Venture Court, 353-6180
Email: mail@greaterkzooredcross.org
Website: www.redcross.org
Outcomes supported by GKUW funding: Physical and Mental Health, Strengthening Community.


C.A.R.E.S. (Community AIDS Resource & Education Services of SW MI)
Provides free HIV testing and risk reduction counseling to meet individual needs. Provides medical case management, transportation assistance for medical appointments, housing assistance and support groups for people living with HIV.
629 Pioneer St., 381-2437 or 1-800-944-2437
Email: abartell@CARESswm.org
Website: www.CARESswm.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Physical and Mental Health.


CONSTANCE BROWN HEARING CENTERS
Offers comprehensive services including non-sedated infant hearing tests, adult diagnostic testing, hearing aid evaluations and fittings, communication classes to help patients get the most from their hearing aids, preventative instruction to help avoid hearing loss, and industrial testing to help address workplace hearing loss.
1634 Gull Rd., 343-2601
4855 West Centre Ave., 343-2601
Email: info@cbrown.org
Website: www.cbrown.org
Outcome supported by GKUW: Physical and Mental Health.


DOUGLASS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Youth and adult educational and recreational activities; home painting and repairs for low income senior citizens; Family Advocate Program works with families at risk for child abuse and neglect; mental health and substance abuse counseling services; assessments; outpatient therapy; case management; and groups for adults and children. Hosts many other educational and human service programs.
1000 W. Paterson St., 343-6185
Email: rsvp@douglasscommunity.org
Website: www.douglasscommunity.org
Outcomes supported by GKUW funding: Physical and Mental Health, Strengthening Community.


EPILEPSY FOUNDATION OF MICHIGAN
The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan provides education & consultation services, public awareness, camp programs, monthly educational conference calls, an annual conference, and advocacy for people with epilepsy, their families, and the public.
20300 Civic Center Dr., Ste. 250
Southfield, 48076-4154 (800) 377-6226
Email: rderry@epilepsymichigan.org
Website: www.epilepsymichigan.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Physical and Mental Health.


HEMOPHILIA FOUNDATION OF MICHIGAN
The Hemophilia Foundation of Michigan strives to improve the quality of life for all people affected by hemophilia, vonWillebrand disease, other coagulation disorders, and related complications, including HIV/AIDS and hepatitis.
1921 W. Michigan Ave
Ypsilanti, 48197 (800) 482-3041
Email: hfm@hfmich.org
Website: www.hfmich.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Physical and Mental Health.


HOSPICE CARE OF SouthWest Michigan
Care for individuals of any age in the advanced stages of illness. Support for caregivers. Services include physician and nursing care, personal care, emotional and spiritual support, volunteer assistance and grief support. Community grief support programs for adults, children, and teens. Care in the client’s home, in nursing facilities or Rose Arbor Hospice Residence, which provides 24 hour residential and in-patient care in 18 private rooms. Adult Day Services at Oakland Centre serves adults 60 years and older who need assistance or supervision during the day. On-going caregiver support is offered.
222 North Kalamazoo Mall, Ste. 100, 345-0273
Email: hospice@hospiceswmi.org
Website: www.hospiceswmi.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Physical and Mental Health.


NATIONAL KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF MI
The foundation’s mission is to prevent kidney disease and improve the quality of life for those living with it. The guiding principles are striving to prevent chronic kidney disease (CKD) and its leading causes; diabetes and hypertension. Advocating for people living with and at risk of CKD. Promoting quality of care for people with CKD, diabetes and hypertension. Educating the public about CKD, diabetes, hypertension and obesity. Promote organ and tissue donations. Supporting research of CKD.
1169 Oak Valley Drive
Ann Arbor, 48108 (734) 222-9800
Email: info@NKFM.org
Website: www.NKFM.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Physical and Mental Health.


RESIDENTIAL OPPORTUNITIES, INC.
ROI operates group homes, supported living services, payee services, respite care and home health services for mental health consumers, and low-income housing for people with disabilities.
1100 S. Rose St., 343-3731
Email: sns@resopp.org
Website: www.ResidentialOpportunities.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Physical and Mental Health.


SENIOR SERVICES, INC.
Senior Services, Inc., helps older adults and those with disabilities stay as independent as possible as long as possible through providing critical services through over 20 programs such as Meals On Wheels, Home Care, Volunteer Programs, MI Choice Medicaid Waiver, Emergency Home Repair, Behavioral Health Care, Nursing Facility Review, Information and Referrals.
918 Jasper St., 382-0515
Email: info@seniorservices1.org
Website: www.Seniorservices1.org
Outcomes supported by GKUW funding: Physical and Mental Health, Strengthening Community.


WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR DISABILITY SERVICES
Provides support and training for children and adults with disabilities and other impairments that interfere with activities of daily living. Services include training in community living skills, help with connections and inclusion in the community, clinical services of occupational therapy to enhance physical functioning, assistance with personal care and behavioral support, case management for adults, and senior day services for elderly adults with Alzheimer’s or dementia.
1000 Oakland Dr., 3rd Floor, 387-7200
Email: carol.sundberg@wmich.edu
Website: www.wmich.edu/hhs/cds/
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Physical and Mental Health.


YMCA, KALAMAZOO COUNTY FAMILY
At the Y, we believe the values and skills that kids learn early are vital building blocks for quality life; that families deserve support and nurturing; that adults want to learn more, do more, and live healthier lives. We believe these opportunities should be available to everyone regardless of family income. Youth and teens participate in Y programs, such as after school care, youth sports, health and wellness, employment skills training, swim lessons, summer camp, teen leadership programs and more.
1001 W. Maple St., 345-9622
Email: ymca@kzooymca.org
Website: www.kzooymca.org
Outcomes supported by GKUW funding: Physical and Mental Health.

 

Strengthening Community



COMSTOCK COMMUNITY CENTER
Programs include: services for individuals and children ages 6 weeks to adulthood, emergency assistance, food pantry, youth and children services, pre-school day care and adult activities, travel, information referral and assistance.
P.O. Box 34, 6330 King Hwy., 345-8556
Email: info@comstockcc.com
Website: www.comstockcc.com
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Strengthening Community.


GRYPHON PLACE/2-1-1 HELP- Line
Dial 2-1-1 for comprehensive community information, referral and crisis intervention service for health and human services. Community resources information is available on-line at www.gryphon.org. Also provides crisis response teams for traumatic events; suicide prevention and dispute resolution/mediation services.
1104 S. Westnedge Ave., 381-1510
Website: www.gryphon.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Strengthening Community.



HISPANIC AMERICAN COUNCIL, INC.
The Hispanic American Council serves the Hispanic community in Southwestern Michigan by providing services and programs, fostering self-sufficiency and promoting its diverse cultural heritage by encouraging relationships with the broader community. As a liaison between potential clients and service agencies, the Council seeks to meet the needs of a special population often hindered by language barriers, cultural differences, and unfamiliarity with service agencies and institutions. The Council provides bilingual support to integrate Hispanics into their communities, interpretation services for organizations unable to serve Spanish speakers, a family reading program, English as a Second Language and Spanish Literacy classes, and other services that engage the Hispanic and larger communities.
930 Lake Street, 385-6279
Email: leroy@hispanicamericancouncil.org
Website: www.hispanicamericancouncil.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Strengthening Community.


MICHIGAN COUNCIL ON CRIME AND DELINQUENCY
Provides communities throughout the greater Kalamazoo area with research, education, program development and technical assistance in preventing crime and violence.
1115 S. Pennsylvania Ave, Ste. 201
Lansing, 48912 (517) 482-4161
Email: mail@miccd.org
Website: www.miccd.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Strengthening Community.


MICHIGAN LEAGUE FOR HUMAN SERVICES
Promotes policies and programs that help to ensure the well being of children and families through research, analysis and data-based advocacy.
1223 Turner St., Ste. G-1
Lansing, 48906 (517) 487-5436
Email: mlhs@milhs.org
Website: www.milhs.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Strengthening Community.


PORTAGE COMMUNITY CENTER
Offers information & referral; emergency assistance (food, clothing, financial); programs for youth: tutoring, middle school drop-in and summer program, substance abuse awareness; volunteer opportunities; advocacy and support services; self-help programs; healthcare – medical & dental; Head Start. Host to programs of other agencies.
325 E. Centre Ave., Portage, 323-1942
Website: www.portagecommunitycenter.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Strengthening Community.


SOUTH COUNTY COMMUNITY SERVICES
Programming includes: emergency assistance, pantry assistance, youth summer recreation program, programs for adults with disabilities, back to school program, Angel Food Ministries food program, senior activities and assistance, information and referral and hosted agency program. Service area includes Schoolcraft Village, Vicksburg Village, Climax, Scotts, Brady, Wakeshma, Prairie Ronde, Pavillion and Schoolcraft Township.
101 S. Main St., Vicksburg, 649-2901
Email: jmvs@charter.net
Web site: www.sccs.us
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Strengthening Community.


VOLUNTEER KALAMAZOO
Builds capacity for effective local volunteering by providing volunteer management and board training/consulting to nonprofit organizations; connects people with opportunities to volunteer through year-round and one-time events; and promotes volunteerism throughout our community by sponsoring youth and group activities as well as community-wide volunteer recognition events.
709-A S. Westnedge Ave., 382-8350
Email: vckzoo@volunteerkalamazoo.org
Website: www.volunteerkalamazoo.org
Outcome supported by GKUW funding: Strengthening Community.