Author: John Hardwick

Providing a dedicated Jewish professional social worker on the Hillel Staff to support students and staff.  

JHCN Grief and Bereavement Support Pilot; Assess and identify caregivers who need grief support before and after a loss; outreach to caregivers to identify needs.

To bring JFF services to the Detroit Community. JFF focusses on assisting individuals and  couples struggling with infertility.

Caregiver Support Initiative: Gesher will partner with Dani Plan (a digital platform) that can help  ease the burden on caregivers. It is a user friendly, customizable, and intuitive platform for managing… Continue reading Gesher Human Services

Mind University Strengthening Brain Resiliency and Healthy Aging; To expand JFS’ Healthy Aging initiative focusing on older women’s cognitive and physical health, to help enhance their independence, ability to age in… Continue reading Jewish Family Service of Metropolitan Detroit:

Michigan Outreach program, for NCJW to connect women throughout the state of Michigan,  to work as advocates around the state making changes in legislation and communities.

Providing a congregate meal and social enrichment program for older adults. Programming Kosher lunch twice a week; most participants have limited mobility and are Russian speaking, many holocaust survivors

To foster mentorships between older and school age Jewish girls in the religious community. Kesher provides meaningful training, education, appreciation  to the big sisters who serve as volunteers.

Meeting the individual needs of women on their own affiliated with the religious Jewish Community by enabling them to participation in the Jewish holidays and create a sense of belonging.