D.A. Blodgett - St. John's

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D.A. Blodgett - St. John's DABSJ helps children and empowers families by providing safety, advocacy, and support.

Amazon Prime Day deals are happening now! 📦✨While you’re shopping, consider checking out our Amazon Wish Lists and helpi...
10/07/2026

Amazon Prime Day deals are happening now! 📦✨

While you’re shopping, consider checking out our Amazon Wish Lists and helping us stock some of the high-need items for our Care Closet and Parent-Baby Program.

Every donation helps ensure children and families have access to the essentials they need. đź’™

Thank you for supporting DABSJ and strengthening children and families!

Care Closet Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1UAWFODNUNMWM?ref_=wl_share

Parent-Baby Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1H7AO8ZWBJRVD?ref_=wl_share

Bring your family and join us for Fall Fest at D.A. Blodgett–St. John’s on October 22nd from 4:30PM- 6:30PM! This free c...
10/06/2026

Bring your family and join us for Fall Fest at D.A. Blodgett–St. John’s on October 22nd from 4:30PM- 6:30PM! This free community event is a chance to celebrate the season, connect with others, and make some great memories together.

Fall Fest is open to the entire community, so grab your costumes, bring the kids, and come celebrate with us. We can’t wait to see you!

D.A. Blodgett - St. John's
2172 DEAN LAKE AVE NE,
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49505

Thank you, Styles 4 Kidz for coming to our Dean Lake Campus to teach basic hair care to parents!
09/29/2026

Thank you, Styles 4 Kidz for coming to our Dean Lake Campus to teach basic hair care to parents!

It was wonderful to see Deidra Artecki receive her flowers from the D.A. Blodgett–St. John’s Board of Directors as this ...
09/28/2026

It was wonderful to see Deidra Artecki receive her flowers from the D.A. Blodgett–St. John’s Board of Directors as this year’s recipient of the Denise Spaulding Award!

Named in honor of longtime DABSJ CFO Denise Spaulding, the award recognizes the kind of extraordinary service and commitment that has strengthened our organization across generations.

Deidra carries that legacy forward through her dedication to DABSJ and the children and families we serve. In an organization filled with people who give so much of themselves to our mission, this recognition is especially meaningful.

On behalf of everyone at DABSJ, congratulations, Deidra, and thank you for your exemplary service, your commitment, and all you bring to our DABSJ community. We are so grateful to celebrate you!

🌟 Foster Family of the Month: Overheul-Daniels Family! 🌟We are thrilled to recognize the Overheul-Daniels family as our ...
09/28/2026

🌟 Foster Family of the Month: Overheul-Daniels Family! 🌟

We are thrilled to recognize the Overheul-Daniels family as our September Foster Family of the Month!

Parent-Baby staff at DABSJ are busy getting rooms ready for the arrival of our young parents and babies! If you would li...
09/25/2026

Parent-Baby staff at DABSJ are busy getting rooms ready for the arrival of our young parents and babies! If you would like to contribute items that will help these families have a strong start, please visit the Parent-Baby wish list. Let's grow - together!

https://dabsj.org/what-we-do/campus-living/parent-baby/

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the rich culture and traditions that strengthen our community. At DABSJ, we’re pr...
09/22/2026

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the rich culture and traditions that strengthen our community. At DABSJ, we’re proud to walk alongside Hispanic and Latino children and families, offering services that support safety, healing, and brighter futures. Every child and family carries a unique story, and cultural identity is a vital part of that story.

On October 1, DABSJ will open the doors to our new Parent-Baby residential program, providing temporary housing and supp...
09/21/2026

On October 1, DABSJ will open the doors to our new Parent-Baby residential program, providing temporary housing and supportive services for young parents involved in the foster care system and their babies.

During their stay, young parents will have a safe, welcoming place to care for their babies while strengthening parenting and independent living skills, building confidence, and preparing for greater stability and independence. Through our partnership with Grace's Table, families will also have opportunities to build meaningful community connections and a network of support that extends beyond their time at DABSJ.

This program is about more than temporary housing. It’s about giving young families the support, skills, and connections they need to grow stronger—together.

You can help us welcome these young families. Visit our website to view the Parent-Baby Program Wish List and help us stock the kitchen, nursery, bedroom, and laundry area with everyday essentials for parents and babies.

Every item helps us create a warm, welcoming space where young families can find stability, build confidence, and prepare for their next chapter.

September is Su***de Prevention Month—a time to remind one another that no one should have to face life’s hardest moment...
09/19/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Month—a time to remind one another that no one should have to face life’s hardest moments alone.

At D.A. Blodgett–St. John’s, we know that children, teens, and families can experience challenges that feel overwhelming. Through counseling, psychiatric services, school-based mental health support, and other programs, DABSJ helps young people and families find connection, support, and hope.

Prevention begins with being willing to listen, to notice when someone may be struggling, and to remind them that asking for help is a sign of strength.

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health or suicidal crisis, call or text 988 to connect with the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

This month—and every month—let’s continue creating a community where children and families know they are seen, valued, and never alone.

A beautiful piece of history has found a home at D.A. Blodgett–St. John’s. Painted in 1875, "The Deer" was created by Am...
09/18/2026

A beautiful piece of history has found a home at D.A. Blodgett–St. John’s.

Painted in 1875, "The Deer" was created by Amelia Schultz (1860–1893), also known as Honorary Sister Mary Josephine of the Dominican Sisters. Amelia shared her artistic talents while volunteering at St. John’s Home, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, service, and creativity.

More than 150 years later, we are honored to preserve this special connection to our history. Amelia’s family generously donated "The Deer" to DABSJ, where it is now displayed at our Dean Lake campus.

We are deeply grateful to Amelia’s family for entrusting us with this beautiful piece of their family’s history—and ours.

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