Wayne Metro Community Action Agency

Renting Right
2021-10-13 12:00 - 13:00, 2021-11-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Detroit) | MI, United States
Are you behind on your rent? Do you want to better understand fair housing laws, the eviction moratorium, or the Eviction Diversion Program? Are you looking to move, have unresolved disputes, or want to connect to rental housing resources? Then this is the class for you. Renting Right is designed to inform both Landlords and Tenants.
Registration is required, click here to register.

Keep My Home
2021-10-13 13:30, 2021-11-10 13:30 | MI, United States
Are You Behind On Your Mortgage Payments? In This Workshop, We Will Discuss How To Create And Emergency Budgets, Highlight Your Repayment Options – Including Forbearance, Partial Claims, And Loan Modifications, as Well As How To Communicate With Your Servicer. We Will Also Discuss How To Connect With A Foreclosure Prevention Specialist.
Registration Is Required, click here to register.

Reality Check
2021-10-20 10:00 - 10:45, 2021-11-17 10:00 - 10:45 | MI, United States
In this budgeting workshop, we will discuss the components of a well-written budget, how to maintain and manage a budget with unexpected expenses. We will highlight ways to increase income and decrease expenses and how to better prepare for financial emergencies.
Registration is required, click here to register now.

Homebuyer's Club
2021-10-20 11:00 - 14:30, 2021-11-17 11:00 - 14:30 | MI, United States
You are on the path to homeownership! The Homebuyer Club workshop satisfies all homebuyer assistant program requirements for homebuyer education. This class will cover the home buying process from first thought all the way to the closing table. You will also have an opportunity to meet industry experts and get your questions answered. Anyone interested in learning about homeownership can attend this class.
Registration is required, click here to register now.

Parkside Food Pantry
2021-10-20 15:00 - 17:00, 2021-11-03 15:00 - 17:00, 2021-11-17 15:00 - 17:00, 2021-12-01 15:00 - 17:00, 2021-12-15 15:00 - 17:00, 2022-01-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Village at Parkside, 5000 Conner, Detroit, MI, 48213, United States
The Parkside Food Pantry takes place every other Wednesday until January 26th, 2022. For more information, call Friends of Parkside at 313-822-0311 or email them at help@friendsofparkside.org.

"93,000 Lives Lost to Overdose: What Now?" Town Hall
2021-10-21 19:00 - 20:30 | Huntington Woods Library and Cultural Center, 26415 Scotia Road, Huntington Woods, MI, 48070, United States
From the event page:
The Tri County Anti Drug Abuse Alliance (TADAA) brings together prevention efforts of organizations in Wayne, Macomb, and Oakland Counties.
Join us to learn from experts about the impact the COVID-19 Pandemic has had on substance use and overdose in Michigan and learn what resources and tools are available to help our communities move forward.
Special Speakers: Retired Judge Linda Davis – Executive Director of Families Against Narcotics and Rony Foumia – Area Director of Ascension Continuity of Care, State of Michigan
*Masks are required by this venue*
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Lara Girdwood at Girdwood@piastinstitute.org

Prescription Takeback
2021-10-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Holbrook Shopping Center, Holbrook Ave & Joseph Campau Ave, Hamtramck, MI, 48212, United States
From the Hamtramck Drug Free Community Coalition site:
The Hamtramck Drug Free Coalition in partnership with the Hamtramck Police Department and the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network- DWIHN has been promoting the Prescription Take Back Program.
What does this mean? Simply put, the community is asked to bring unused, unneeded, or expired medication to the drop box located in the Hamtramck Police Department, 3401 Evaline Street, Hamtramck, MI or to our upcoming “Take-Back” day on Sat. October 23, 2021. The drop box at the Police Department lobby is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
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Renting Right
2021-10-27 12:00 - 13:00 | MI, United States
Are you behind on your rent? Do you want to better understand fair housing laws, the eviction moratorium, or the Eviction Diversion Program? Are you looking to move, have unresolved disputes, or want to connect to rental housing resources? Then this is the class for you. Renting Right is designed to inform both Landlords and Tenants.
Registration is required, click here to register now.

Conversations about Stress, Pandemic, & Self-Medication
2021-10-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Simmons Center, 29150 Carlysle, Inkster, MI, 48141, United States
Join Operation Refuge, Western Wayne NAACP, and CLAD in creating an open dialogue on our mental awareness. There will be expert panelists and Community Advocates on-site with resources to assist you. Register below.

Student Loans
2021-11-03 14:00 - 14:45 | MI, United States
Do you have student loans? Would you like to know your repayment options and how to enroll in the right income-based repayment plan? Are your student loans in default? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this workshop is for you. We will focus on keeping your student loans in good standing and giving you a better understanding of the repayment options available.
Registration is required, click here to register now.

Employment Support Group 101
2021-11-09 13:30 - 14:30, 2021-12-14 13:30 - 14:30, 2022-01-11 13:30 - 14:30 | MI, United States
Prepare your favorite coffee or snack and join us virtually as we build this network of support around all things employment!

Job Prep
Engagement Activities
Build Employment Strengths
Obtain Resources

If you’re interested in attending a session, please email workforce@waynemetro.org.

Welcome to The WM
2021-11-10 11:00 | MI, United States
An introduction to our classes and coaching programs Including Foundations Of Wealth Building, Renting Right, Homebuying Club, and Keep My Home, as well as how to connect With A HUD Certified Housing Counselor.
Registration Is Required. Click HERE To Register.

Project Homeless Connect
2021-11-17 10:00 - 15:00 | Our Lady of Angels, 6442 Pelham, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Join Out-Wayne County Continuum of Care as they offer free items and services to the community from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (NO ENTRY AFTER 2:30 PM). Registration is not required.
Please contact Laura Mann, lmann@waynemetro.org for more information or if you are interested in being a vendor at the event.

Grant Information Session
2021-11-23 12:00 - 13:00, 2021-11-30 17:30 - 18:30 | MI, United States
Are you interested in learning about or applying for the Seeding Wayne County Grant?
Wayne Metro is hosting two Information Sessions (November 23rd from 12:00 to 1:00 PM & November 30th from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM) to provide information and clarify updates to this FY 2022 Seeding Wayne County Request for Proposal. The session will explore what a successful grant application looks like. We will review budgeting, realistic goal setting, and tips for writing a successful narrative. Also, we will reveal the increased amounts that organizations can request this year.
As an applicant, attendance is strongly encouraged but not required.
Click the link below to register!
The FY 2022 Seeding Grant Application and Guidelines will be available here on our website on Monday, November 22.

All RAC
2021-12-07 14:00 | MI

Renting Right
2022-01-05 10:00 - 11:30 | MI, United States
Are you behind on your rent? Do you want to better understand fair housing laws, the eviction moratorium, or the CERA Program? Are you looking to move, have unresolved disputes, or want to connect to rental housing resources? Then this is the class for you. Renting Right is designed to inform both Landlords and Tenants. Registration is required, click the link below to register.

Keep My Home
2022-01-05 13:00 - 14:00 | MI, United States
Do you know when and who to contact if a financial hardship occurs that prevents you from making your mortgage payment? Do you what options are available and which one best suits you? In the Keep My Home webinar, we will highlight your repayment options – including forbearance, partial claims, and modifications. We will also discuss how to communicate with your servicer and get you connected to a housing coach that can help you understand and navigate the entire process. Registration is required, click the link below to register.

Foundations of Wealth Building
2022-01-12 09:30 - 11:30 | MI, United States
Are you interested in learning ways to better manage your finances? Are you struggling to make ends meet? Do you want to start saving but never seem to have enough? Is your credit score preventing you from getting the things you need and want? If you answered YES to any of these questions, you need to take this class. You will learn: How to keep a written budget & start to save. What impacts credit scores How to boost your scores. How to reduce debt How to identify your rights as a consumer & avoid scams Registration is required, click below to register.
