Join The Guidance Center's Nurture the Future program and Detroit ChempreneurIST for a fun evening designing and creating your own bath bomb and learning about the marketing process. Kids will learn: About Chemistry Kids will explore acid and base chemistry by formulating and creating their own unique bath bomb using safe household ingredients. About Entrepreneurship […]
You’re invited to a fun and flavorful gathering just for Head Start fathers, father figures, and their children! Join us for resources, speakers, raffles, and free pizza! Limited to 40 participants. Please note that this event is for Head Start/Early Head Start families only. For questions contact Leslie Windless at lwindless@guidance-center.org or 734-785-7705 x7541. Online […]
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed […]
An Essential Toolkit for Successful Co-Parenting - A Virtual Workshop Series These workshop topics address the relationship between separate households created as a result of cooperative parenting and divorce, to help maintain the family unit and decrease unnecessary emotional burdens on the children. These workshops focus on the importance of keeping children out of the […]
Thursday, October 2, 2025 from 4:30-6:30pm Thursday, October 23, 2025 from 4:30-6:30pm Screenagers: Elementary School Age Edition provides numerous benefits by helping parents and caregivers understand and navigate the complexities of screen time in their children's lives. Topics covered in this film include: • Understanding the impact of screen time • Encouraging open communication • […]
PLEASE NOTE: This event has been cancelled due to the government shutdown but will be rescheduled. Please check back for more information and the new date. Families are invited to this FREE event! Rain or shine, come and explore how Michigan’s winter animals stay warm in the wild. • Nature wildlife trails • Indoor & […]
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 from 7-9pm (doors open at 6:30pm) Wednesday, November 12, 2025 from 7-9pm (doors open at 6:30pm) Screenagers: Elementary School Age Edition provides numerous benefits by helping parents and caregivers understand and navigate the complexities of screen time in their children's lives. Topics covered in this film include: • Understanding the impact […]
You are invited to learn more about The Guidance Center’s Substance Use Disorder program and mental health services that are available to you. Enjoy light refreshments and resources as you learn more about how The Guidance Center could help you and your family! At The Guidance Center Kari D. Walker Conference Center (Building 4, entrance […]
The Guidance Center Early Education Program presents Think Tank Thursdays (Part of Parent University) Head Start parents and caregivers are invited to these weekly virtual training session on a variety of topics related to child development, family engagement, health, and wellness. Sessions include: • Work/life balance • Finances & taxes • Co-parenting • Kindergarten readiness […]
Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that is used to temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, namely slowed or stopped breathing. Attendees will learn the proper administration of this life saving drug. Training will take place at The Guidance Center’s Center for Excellence (Building 2) 13111 Allen Rd., Southgate, MI 48195 Each […]
Come join the fun in a free family yoga class designed just for parents/caregivers and their young children! Our yoga teacher Kelly Sharpy will demonstrate fun yoga poses as well as ideas for parents to help their little ones with their big feelings. Older siblings are welcome. Yoga mats will be provided. This event is […]
Bundle up and join us for a free magical Snow Ball Dance! Head Start families are invited to enjoy an afternoon of music, dancing, and winter fun. This special event is a chance to celebrate the season together and create joyful memories with your child. • Family-friendly music, games and dancing • Dress in your […]
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