C.A.R.E. Capital Area Response Effort

05/14/2025

05/07/2025

Registration is now open for Housing Advocates Training, June 3rd and 4th. This virtual training is designed specifically for social service professionals and will provide a working knowledge of fair housing law, landlord/tenant law, and housing subsidy programs. Please share widely. https://donate.fhcmichigan.org/HAT2025

05/05/2025

05/05/2025

Here are the mobile distributions for this week. If these do not work for you, please go to our pantry locator: https://bit.ly/pantriesmobiles

05/02/2025

The Fair Housing Center hosts a variety events including training sessions, our annual fundraiser, seminars, and more. See what’s upcoming on our calendar.

04/30/2025

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04/30/2025

This Thursday we'll have passport services at the Salus Center!

Our Resource Hours on Thursdays (9am-1pm) and Sundays (1pm-3pm) are a great time to come in if you have questions, want to drop off donations or to pick up resources, or want to hang out in the center.

During Resource Hours, the Gender Affirmation Project offers logistical and financial support for legal name and gender marker changes. Sign up at http://bit.ly/GAPSignUp

Walk-ins are welcome for the Gender Affirmation Project! Stop by to ask questions or to start the process!

We have various special guests offering additional resources and services coming up!

5/1 - US Passport Services - Apply for or renew your passport. Emery can also answer questions about passport applications. Make an appointment at https://calendly.com/emery-drever-lansingmi/30min

5/8 - 11am-1pm - Lansing Syringe Access will be distributing harm reduction supplies.

5/15 - Ask a Lawyer! - Angela Tripi will be available to answer questions about legal name and gender marker changes as well as to provide free screenings for other legal services offered by Legal Services of South Center Michigan.

5/29 - Secretary of State Mobile Office - Offering transactions such as license and ID renewals, plate tab renewals, gender marker changes, license and ID corrections, disability placards, title transfers, and more. If you're changing your name or gender marker (including upgrading to an enhanced license or ID), your license or ID fees are on us! Limited funding available.

Walk-in or sign up ahead of time at https://calendly.com/frank-saluscenter/secretary-of-state-mobile-office

04/03/2025

Join Us for a Virtual Session: Black Disabled Motherhood & Assistive Technology
Tuesday, April 15th 2025 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Location: Zoom (Link provided upon registration)
Register Here: https://black-disabled-mothers.eventbrite.com
Black disabled mothers face unique challenges in maternal healthcare. This session will explore healthcare disparities, barriers to care, and the role of Assistive Technology in improving maternal health outcomes. Learn how mobility aids, communication tools, mental health apps, and wearable tech can help ensure equitable and accessible care.
Who Should Attend? Parents, caregivers, healthcare providers, advocates, and anyone interested in disability justice and maternal health.
Let’s work together to create a more inclusive and equitable maternal health system!

The LEAD Program is funded by the Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council
Image Description: Michigan Disability Rights Coalition logo and LEAD Program Logo. Text: Black Disabled Motherhood and Assistive Technology
During this year’s Black Maternal Health Week we will be hosting a virtual session discussing healthcare inequities impacting Black disabled mothers, the role of Assistive Technology in maternal health, and strategies for advocacy and access to better care. We welcome parents, caregivers, healthcare providers, advocates, and anyone interested in disability justice and maternal health to join us. Tues, April 15th, 2025 - 12:00PM - 1:30PM on Zoom. Online Registration:
https://Black-Disabled-Mothers.eventbrite.com REGISTER TODAY! ASL and CART Captioning will be provided. The LEAD Program is funded by the MI Developmental Disabilities Council (MiDDC)

04/01/2025

Today marks the start of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a time to support survivors, raise awareness, and take action to end sexual violence. Join us in creating change through education, empathy, and accountability. Together, we can end sexual violence.

03/24/2025

Walk-In Wednesdays at Cristo Rey Counseling Center are every Wednesday, 8:45AM - 2:45PM. Anyone 18 years-old or older can be screened for substance misuse-related services and supports without an appointment. Eligible individuals can receive a comprehensive drug and alcohol assessment also without an appointment. Individuals are served on a first come, first served basis.

Please call 517-372-4700 x 140 for more information.

Learn more: https://catholiccharitiesiec.org/cristo-rey-counseling-center/

Support our counseling services today: https://crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonation?ApiKey=pub_332a9255-75ef-11e7-afbe-024e165d44b3&WidgetId=2475008