CARE House of Oakland County

CARE House of Oakland County https://linktr.ee/carehouseoc

CARE House of Oakland County is a Child Advocacy Center committed to preventing abuse, protecting children, and promoting healing through advocacy, education, and treatment in Oakland County, Michigan.

06/19/2026

Victim Support Through Collaboration

Care House partners to ensure families receive the best services, guiding them through the court process. This collaboration provides crucial support for victims, especially children, where every detail matters.

06/19/2026

Advocacy Centers Struggle Amidst Epidemic

Michigan has far fewer advocacy centers than needed for the current epidemic. CARE House addresses the immense challenges these organizations face.

Happy Juneteenth, Freedom Day! Today, we honor and celebrate the resilience, strength, and beauty of Black communities t...
06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth, Freedom Day! Today, we honor and celebrate the resilience, strength, and beauty of Black communities throughout our nation's history. As a celebration of emancipation and the end of slavery, Juneteenth is a reminder to lift our voices toward justice, equality, and liberty for all people.
Happy Juneteenth!

CARE House is closed today in observance of the holiday. See you Monday!

06/18/2026

"Healing begins when children are heard, supported, and believed." - Blythe Tyler

One of the greatest highlights of my career journey has been helping expand the CARE House CASA program’s impact in Oakl...
06/17/2026

One of the greatest highlights of my career journey has been helping expand the CARE House CASA program’s impact in Oakland County, work recently recognized in a Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan feature article ( attached below) highlighting the life-changing role CASA volunteers play in advocating for children in foster care. Being part of increasing the number of children paired with advocates from 105 to 133 reaffirmed that this is more than a career for me, it is my purpose. I do this work because every child deserves to be seen, protected, heard, and advocated for. Pursuing higher education is my way of strengthening my voice and expanding my ability to influence decisions that impact the safety, permanency, well-being, and future of children. Special thank you to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, brand journalist Jake Newby and his team for telling this powerful story, and to CARE House of Oakland County, whom I am proud to serve under and represent every opportunity I get. Lastly, none of this work would be possible without the power of dedicated CASA volunteers, ordinary people doing extraordinary things by standing in the gap for children when they need someone most.

https://www.bcbsm.mibluedaily.com/stories/community/the-eyes-and-ears-of-the-court-how-casa-volunteers-are-changing-the-future-for-foster-kids-in-oakland-county

https://www.carehouse.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Michelle Watson, B.S.
MSW Candidate | CASA Case Manager
ACE’s- Informed Trainer
CARE House of Oakland County


Because every child deserves someone in their corner!
If you suspect that a child is being abused or neglected in Michigan, call (855) 444-3911.
​The number is toll free and open to call 24 hours a day. Your name will be kept confidential.

06/17/2026

The statistics are hard to hear, but they are important to talk about.

In this clip from Caffeinated Conversations, Brooke sits down with Billie Ragland, Director of Community Education at CARE House of Oakland County, to talk about child abuse prevention and the growing risks children face, both in person and online.

Billie shares that when he first started at CARE House 15 years ago, the statistic often used was that 1 in 10 children would be sexually abused before turning 18. Today, that number is closer to 1 in 5 when including sexual abuse, online abuse, and sexual extortion.

CARE House works with children starting at preschool age through high school, offering prevention education in ways that are age-appropriate, approachable, and even fun, like child safety fairs that use carnival-style games to teach body safety.

These conversations are not easy, but they matter.

Learn more about CARE House of Oakland County:
https://www.carehouse.org/

06/17/2026

Suspect Child Abuse? Here's What To Do

If you suspect a child is experiencing abuse or neglect outside their immediate family, it's your duty to report it. Call your local child advocacy center or visit cacmi.org for guidance. Reporting suspected abuse is crucial for a child's safety.

06/16/2026

"CARE House uses a child-centered forensic interview model designed to minimize trauma while allowing children to share their experiences in a safe and supportive environment."

06/01/2026

NEXT WEEK!

Join us on Monday, June 8th at ZANA for CARE-ing for CASA! When you purchase a ticket or sponsorship, you help to make a positive difference in the lives of children in Oakland County Foster Care. Click the link in the comments below for more information. We hope to see you there!

Address

44765 Woodward Avenue
Pontiac, MI
48341

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 7pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 7pm
Thursday 8:30am - 7pm
Friday 8:30am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

Telephone

+12483327173

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