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Children need safety, stability, routine and an abundance of love. When
problems require removing a child from his or her home, CSSOC finds a caring foster
family who opens home and heart to provide a temporary haven of love and nurturing.
Every effort is made to return children to their original
family environment. But unfortunately, there are times when children cannot be returned
to their birth parents. Although this can be a difficult situation, CSSOC
intervenes and matches each child with adoptive parents longing to provide the emotional
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Foster Care Program |
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Temporarily welcoming a child into your home is a generous gift.
Would you like to provide a child love and stability during a time of uncertainty?
Call St. Francis Family Center at #248.552.0750 to discuss the steps necessary for
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Adoption Services |
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Contemplating the adoption of a child can be an exciting and stressful time. CSSOC
would like to assist with the questions and obstacles that can make the process
difficult. Whether adopting through our agency or through another service
(including international) - our professionals can help:
Information classes – describe the adoption process
with explanations on various options and the ability to answer questions.
Home studies – provide all written material required
for international and independent adoption, legal work and adoption supervision.
Post-Adoption support - offers support to families who
have adopted children and include respite care, recreational activities, and monthly
group meetings.
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Other Services |
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Searches - confidential intermediary searches for birth
parents and adoptees who were part of the CSSOC adoption process. |
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For Further Information Please Contact: |
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St. Francis Family Center Location
17500 West Eight Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48075
Phone: (248) 552-0750
Fax: (248) 552-9019
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Counseling & Substance Abuse |
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CSSOC Staff Will Help
Providing the most advanced and effective treatment plans for the more complex barriers
to reaching a healthy lifestyle, our licensed/certified staff are here to help.
All four counseling offices offer a comfortable, relaxed environment where counseling
is individualized to meet your needs.
Our licensed/certified therapists can treat conditions including, but not limited
to, anxiety, stress, depression, eating disorders, child and teen behavior issues,
marital and relationship issues, family conflict, post-trauma, anger management,
grief & loss, and alcohol & drug addiction.
Take the first step and call any of our four offices
to make an appointment. CSSOC can provide you with information on service fees and
insurance coverage. There is also a limited sliding scale available for those
experiencing financial hardship. |
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Counseling Office Locations: |
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Auburn Hills Location
3300 South Adams Road
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Phone: (248) 537-3300
Fax: (248) 537-3306
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Royal Oak Location
1424 East Eleven Mile Road
Royal Oak, MI 48067
Phone: (248) 548-4044
Fax: (248) 548-9239
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Lake Orion Location
715 N. Lapeer Road
Lake Orion, MI 48362
Phone: (248) 693-7526
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Waterford Location
6637 Highland Road
Waterford, MI 48327
Phone: (248) 666-8870
Fax: (248) 666-5023
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Hispanic Outreach |
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For Hispanic families residing in Oakland County the culture change can make day-to-day
living difficult. Hispanic Outreach provides services, referrals, educational
and skill- building programs for Hispanic parents and children to help them adjust
to life in a new country. |
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Basic needs: Connection with our services, or referral to
other agencies and services, that can help families acquire basic needs such as
clothing, food, and shelter. |
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Translations: Assistance with employment applications, housing
contracts, medical forms, etc. |
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Education: Assist families with enrolling children in school. |
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Referrals: Connection to helping sources for emergency mental
health, substance abuse and other needs. |
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Legal: Provision of on-site legal assistance. |
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Clothing: Distribution of clothing for all members of the
family. |
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Support: Hosting social activities, including celebrations,
family gatherings and special clubs for families to connect with old and new friends. |
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Education Programs |
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Adult Education |
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English as a Second Language / ESL (program provided in partnership with Oakland
University) |
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Adult Basic Education, taught in Spanish, Grades 1 – 12 (program provided
in partnership with the Mexican Consulate & Government) |
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GED training to earn the equivalent of a High School Diploma |
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Financial Literacy classes |
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Computer instruction |
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Parenting/Early Childhood Education Classes teach families how to care for their
children and help them succeed in school |
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Child Education |
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Tutoring and homework assistance for youth in elementary through high school |
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Youth Development and Leadership Skills Summer Camp |
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Computer instruction |
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Mentor Programs allow adult mentors to work with the Hispanic Outreach
staff, teachers, and with the families to help Hispanic children (ages 8 –
18) succeed academically, plan for the future, acquire problem-solving skills and
avoid negative behaviors such as participation with gangs, drugs and alcohol.
After-school and summer programs offer activities for pre-school,
elementary and middle school children to mix fun with useful information and skill-building
activities. |
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For Further Information Please Contact: |
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Hispanic Outreach Services Location
76 Williams
Pontiac, MI 48341
Phone: (248) 338-4250
Fax: (248) 335-8130
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Older Adult & Caregiver Support |
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CSSOC can assist families who need help with the care of an elderly loved one.
The staff at both of our Sheltering Arms Adult Day Centers provide personalized
daytime care in a safe and friendly environment. Day care is available on
a flexible schedule, with geriatric care management specialty services, geriatric
counseling, education programs, caregiver resources and referrals to other needed
resources. |
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Sheltering Arms Adult Day Care: |
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Whether it is one day or five days a week, we welcome your
elderly loved ones to our Adult Day Centers where they can participate in activities
and make friends, all while being cared
for by a professional, compassionate staff.
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Your elderly loved one is safe in our care... |
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Health status is monitored regularly by our licensed nurse. |
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Daily records are maintained so we can update you with changes we notice. |
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Medication assistance is provided by trained staff. |
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Our experienced staff understand special aging conditions such as dementia, Parkinson’s,
aphasia and partial paralysis in order to meet the needs of confused or limited
day care residents. |
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Both centers maintain CARF accreditation (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation
Facilities) for your peace of mind. |
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The longest standing Oakland County Adult Day Center, offering services to vulnerable
seniors and their caregivers for more than 20 years. |
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Your elderly loved one will have his/her dignity preserved... |
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Individualized Care Planning ensures that your loved one can continue to enjoy their
interests. |
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Our Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist (CTRS) meets with each client
and develops a variety of activities. The CTRS seeks to fully engage all of the
skills and interests of the day care clients. |
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Activities include reminiscence, music therapy, daily exercise, crafts, games to
improve memory and mobility, pet therapy, gardening, special events, and much more. |
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Your elderly loved one will be treated like family... |
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Daily activities |
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Health monitoring |
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Handicap transportation |
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Bathing and other personal care services |
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Hot lunch and snacks |
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Care for adults in the later stages of dementia and other illnesses |
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Open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and varied Saturdays |
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For Further Information Please Contact: |
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Auburn Hills Location
3300 South Adams Road
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Phone: (248) 537-3300
Fax: (248) 537-3306
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Sheltering Arms South - Adult Day Center Location
18310 West Twelve Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48076
Phone: (248) 557-7373
Fax: (248) 559-1140
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Older Adult Volunteers |
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Foster Grandparent's Program: Seniors age 60
and older can volunteer to work with troubled or needy children (volunteers work
for a small stipend and other benefits). |
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Senior Companion Program: Seniors age 60 and older can volunteer
to work with adults who have special needs. Work is in both residential and
institutional settings (volunteers work for a small stipend and other benefits). |
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RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Programs): Seniors age 55 and older
can volunteer to help meet the ever changing needs of surrounding communities.
This program includes the "Service With Love" outreach where seniors telephone
other homebound seniors, on a daily basis, to offer reassurance and to make sure
safety and health are sound. |
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For Further Information Please Contact: |
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Southfield Location
18310 West Twelve Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48076
Phone: (248) 559-1147
Fax: (248) 559-2309
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Family Support Services |
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FAST (Families and Schools Together) |
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Family Education and Support Services provides services to at-risk and/or disadvantaged families and youth. The common thread of this department’s services include:
- Parents as primary teachers of their children
- Literacy as a critical element of success
- Understanding that behaviors are directly linked to how a person thinks and feels
- Linkages to community resources
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Child and Family Literacy |
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In-home and community based services that assist both parent and child in literacy skills so the child can be successful in school. |
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Prenatal and Parenting Education |
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Help is provided to young mothers so they can deliver healthy babies. Also, we have programs to assist parents to gain knowledge to be successful parents and to become financial independent. |
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Self-Sufficiency/Life Skills |
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Tools used with adults and adolescents so that they learn skills to be successful. |
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Family Stabilization |
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Services to support families with basic needs and parenting education to create a strong family. |
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For Further Information Please Contact: |
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Pontiac Location
53 Franklin Blvd.
Pontiac, MI 48341
Phone: (248) 334-3595
Fax: (248) 334-3781
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