In The Community
Veterans Services
Here at Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries, we have teamed up with the Detroit Training Center to offer job training to homeless veterans so that they can get on the road to financial growth and independence. The veterans are enrolled in our “Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program.” Under this new collaboration, they can receive free training in a variety of construction-related careers, such as asbestos abatement contractor or supervisor, forklift operator, and aerial lift operator. Upon successful completion of the program, we will assist the veterans in finding jobs.
In addition OASIS offers “Transitional Housing for Veterans”: Help assist men, many of whom are struggling with addiction, debt, and difficulty finding employment. 25 men are homeless veterans of the armed forces and 25 are men with mental health or substance abuse disabilities, in addition to being homeless.
Mental Health Services
The GATHER program services homeless adults with mental illness and who may have a co-occurring substance use disorder. The purpose of our GATHER program is to help facilitate the guests’ path to permanent housing, full employment, self-sufficiency and sobriety. This program is also in coordination with another human services organization which supplied the behavioral health services for those in the program.
The housing program provides a clinically focused treatment for homeless residents and those at risk for homelessness with specific diagnosis who choose to engage in treatment services. Residents are provided a safe environment while they secure permanent housing and increase income through benefits and/or employment.
Contact Nellie Jenkins-Kendrick at 313-993-4700 ext. 3311 or nkendrick@drmm.org for more information.
Michigan Prisoner Reentry Services
Housing
Homeless returning prisoners can receive housing from DRMM until they locate suitable long-term housing. Case management support is provided through shelter counseling staff.
Program: Housing • Number: 47
Target Population: Men & women returning to the community from prison.
Spiritual Mentoring
Returning prisoners who want to be linked to mentors at local churches are matched to a mentor or mentor team from a local congregation. Mentors, encourage, meet with, engage their mentee in community and church events and pray with them. For Churches interested in Mentoring: contact (313) 993-4700, Church Relations or email info@drmm.org
Program: Spiritual Mentoring • Number: 60
Target Population: Men & women returning to the community from prison
Case Management
DRMM staff visit jails and prisons prior to prisoners’ discharge to offer services that will enable them to successfully transition back to the community. Transition plans, developed by prison staff, are reviewed and implemented by the prisoner and DRMM staff.
Program: Outreach and Case Management • Number:180
Target Population: Men & women returning to the community from prison.
Transitional Jobs
Clients are placed with area employers and small businesses and are paid during their work experience time. Employers are selected who agree to hire a certain number of trainees following the training period.
Program: Transitional Jobs Program • Number: 38
Target Population: Men & women returning to the community from prison
Housing
Homeless returning prisoners can receive housing from DRMM until they locate suitable long-term housing. Case management support is provided through shelter counseling staff.
Program: Housing • Number: 47
Target Population: Men & women returning to the community from prison.
Spiritual Mentoring
Returning prisoners who want to be linked to mentors at local churches are matched to a mentor or mentor team from a local congregation. Mentors, encourage, meet with, engage their mentee in community and church events and pray with them. For Churches interested in Mentoring: contact (313) 993-4700, Church Relations or email info@drmm.org
Program: Spiritual Mentoring • Number: 60
Target Population: Men & women returning to the community from prison
PREA Compliance
The Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) was passed in 2003. The purpose of the act was to “provide for the analysis of the incidence and effects of prison rape in Federal, State, and local institutions and to provide information, resources, recommendations and funding to protect individuals from prison rape.”
Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries has zero tolerance towards all forms of sexual abuse and harassment. All sexually assaultive behavior within the program shall be reported to local law enforcement for investigation and prosecution.
Anyone can report an allegation of sexual abuse or harassment. To make a report you may contact DRMM Recipient Rights Advisor (313) 993-4700. Alternatively, call the Sexual Abuse Hotline at 1-800-656 HOPE or visit online at: michigan.gov/corrections, any of which will allow you to remain anonymous.
PREA Annual Report (In Process)
PREA Audits (None to date)
For more information visit the PREA Website
Updated March 15, 2023
Senior Citizens Services
Senior Citizens in Highland Park participate in DRMM’s “Golden Agers” club. Members participate in community clean-up projects, enjoy fellowship together, physical fitness programs, and learning programs. Activities are planned and led by members. Amenities at the DeVos Center are available for a wide range of activities for the club.
Facilities
Campus: DeVos Ministry Center • Number: 20
Target Population: Men and Women ages 60 and up
Youth Services and Prevention Programs
Children and Youth Prevention Services target children whose homeless or addicted parents live in our residential programs or in high risk situations. Children may live at our facilities with their mothers or in the community with another caregiver or parent. Prevention Services include activities and curriculum presentations that address the causes of substance addiction, its impact on the family, positive coping skills, and family reunification activities.
Facilities
Campus: Genesis House III • Number: 45 • Phone: (313) 331-8990, ext. 5519
Target Population: Youth 12-17 and their parent and caregiver
Campus: DeVos Center • Number: 40 • Phone: (313) 252-4011
Target Population: Youth 7-17 and their parent and caregiver (Recreation is available for youth ages 7 to 12)
Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network
Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN) provides empowerment to people, serving over 75,000 citizens in Detroit and Wayne County. For Information concerning DWIHN Member Rights and Resources including DWIHN Member Handbook and Provider Directory visit https://www.dwihn.org/member-customer-service OR CALL OUR 24 HOUR HELPLINE 1-800-241-4949.
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