The bridge to where you want to be
We help people across metro Detroit lead more stable and fulfilling lives through career development, behavioral health, and residential services.
More than meets the eye
At Gesher Human Services, we are dedicated to measurably improving quality of life and livelihood by giving every person an equitable opportunity to succeed at work, at home, and in the community.
Our mission is you.
Careers
& Employment
Gesher helps people across metro Detroit find personal fulfillment and financial stability through meaningful employment.
Residential
Services
Gesher helps people with disabilities across metro Detroit get access to supportive housing and care services from trained professionals.
Community
Integration
Gesher helps people across metro Detroit get involved in their community through a wide range of enrichment programs and activities.
Upcoming Events
Meaningful Mat Making - Encore 55+
Life Skills & Education
Meaningful Mat Making at Gesher in Southfield, (socialize while crafting sleeping mats from reused plastic bags for people without homes).
Date and Time: November 14th at 1:30 pm
Location: In Person I Gesher Human Services 29699 Southfield Rd, Southfield
Registration: For more information, please contact (248) 233-4247 or [email protected]
Fit as a Fiddle - Encore 55+
Life Skills & Education
Rock ‘n roll to your favorite songs as we exercise together with resistance bands, light weights, and maybe a boom whacker or two. Move to Motown! Julie Bodson makes this program incredibly FUN! Bring a friend, a water bottle, and sturdy shoes! (Free!)
Date and Time: November 14th at 3:15 pm – 4:15 pm
Location: In Person I Gesher Human Services 29699 Southfield Rd, Southfield
Registration: For more information, please contact (248) 233-4247 or [email protected]
Trade Secrets
Life Skills & Education
Join us for a fun, unique, and inspiring evening… at Trade Secrets, a Gesher Human Services FUNdraising Event as we honor Amy Nederlander!
Thursday, November 14, 2024 at the Detroit Marriott-Troy
6 p.m. – Registration, Reception, and Silent Auction
7 p.m. – Dinner and Program
TRADE SECRETS funds Gesher’s workforce initiatives for women (such as Women to Work, financial education, computer training, resume writing, homebuyers’ assistance, and more) to help them build confidence, gain skills, and achieve success.
Gesher supported over 15,000 women in Metro Detroit in the last year!
To purchase tickets, contact Lindsey Fox at [email protected] or 248.233.4343.
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Learn more about how Trade Secrets is helping metro Detroit residents!
2024 Trade Secrets Sponsors & Committee
Film & Forum Discussion - Encore 55+
Life Skills & Education
Members decide which movies to watch and discuss. (Requires a small fee).
Date and Time: November 14th at 7:30 pm
Location: Virtual
Registration: For more information, please contact (248) 233-4247 or [email protected]
Book Club - Encore 55+
Life Skills & Education
Members decide which books to read, and then discuss pertinent issues and themes. Books can be mailed right to your door. Past books include: Someone Else’s Shoes, The Unhoneymooners, and When We Believed in Mermaids. (Requires a small fee).
Date and Time: November 15th at 10:00 am
Location: Virtual
Registration: For more information, please contact (248) 233-4247 or [email protected]
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Last year, more than 26,000 of our family, friends, and neighbors were helped by Gesher Human Services. Your support ensures these services are there for all who need them.