Judson Center

An evening of impact awaits. The 2026 Child Safe Michigan Gala will take place on Friday, August 7, 2026, at The Department at Hudson's, bringing together community leaders, advocates, and supporters for an inspiring evening of dinner, cocktails, and a live auction. This annual event directly benefits foster care, adoption, and mentoring services, helping ensure children and families receive the support, stability, and opportunities they deserve. Event Details: 📅 Friday, August 7, 2026 📍 The Department at Hudson's 🕕 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM We invite you to join us for an evening dedicated to creating brighter futures for children across Michigan. Learn more and purchase your tickets through the link here: https://lnkd.in/eGYJah53 We can't wait to celebrate with you! 💜 #JudsonCenter #ChildSafeMichigan #AnnualGala #CommunityImpact

558 children and adults received medical health care services through Judson Center in 2025. 💚 That's 558 lives touched, 558 families supported, and 558 reasons why our work matters. Ready to get the care you deserve? Visit https://lnkd.in/ey36McHp to learn more about our health services today! #JudsonCenter #ChildSafeMichigan #HealthCare #CommunityHealth #ImpactMatters

Supporting children and families as they prepare for a new school year has never been easier. If you're unable to drop off school supplies in person, there are still meaningful ways to help make a difference. Financial contributions help Judson Center and Child Safe Michigan provide essential back-to-school resources to the children and families we serve, ensuring they have the tools needed for a successful start to the school year.🚌🎒📚 You can also support our efforts by purchasing items from our Amazon Wish List. Donations can be shipped directly to us, making it a convenient way to contribute from anywhere while helping meet the most immediate needs of our programs. Every contribution—whether through a monetary gift or donated school supplies—helps create opportunities for children to learn, grow, and succeed. Donate: https://bit.ly/44k4fNm Shop Our Amazon Wish List: https://bit.ly/4dFLPLn Thank you for helping us invest in the future of the children and families in our community. #JudsonCenter #ChildSafeMichigan #BackToSchool #SchoolSupplyDrive #CommunityImpact #CommunityOfCaring #GiveBack

Save the Date: Join Us for the Child Safe Michigan Annual Gala! 💜 Mark your calendars for Friday, August 7 from 6–10 PM at The Department at Hudson's in downtown Detroit! ✨ This is Child Safe Michigan's biggest night of the year, and every ticket helps support Child Safe Michigan's foster care, adoption, and mentoring programs, providing hope and brighter futures for children and families across Southeast Michigan. 🏡💛 The evening includes dinner, cocktails, a live auction, interactive giving, and an afterglow with live entertainment. Dress code? Elevated cocktail attire with stylish sneakers — think classic meets contemporary. 👟🥂 🎟️ Tickets & sponsorships: https://lnkd.in/er9rgfaM 📰 Learn more about the gala:https://lnkd.in/eReYNUxU We hope to see you there!!✨😊 #JudsonCenter #ChildSafeMichigan #AnnualGala #CommunityImpact

Every young adult deserves the tools to build a bright future! 🌟 Our Independent Living Services are designed to support youth ages 16-21 who are in foster care or working with host providers as they transition into adulthood. We know this journey can be challenging, which is why our team is right there alongside them every step of the way. 💜 From learning essential life skills and finding stable housing to job training, mentoring, and accessing health services — we provide the resources and guidance young people need to grow, mature, and thrive on their own. Because no young person should have to figure it all out alone. 💪 Learn more about our Independent Living Services at https://lnkd.in/e3ipgeqx #JudsonCenter #ChildSafeMichigan #IndependentLiving #YouthServices #FosterCare #YoungAdults #LifeSkills

Foster parents provide more than just a temporary home—they offer stability, support, and a nurturing environment for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. As children and families work toward reunification, foster parents play a vital role in helping children feel safe, cared for, and supported during a challenging time in their lives. Interested in learning more about becoming a foster parent? Contact us today to learn how you can make a meaningful difference in the life of a child. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/dK76ntPz #JudsonCenter #ChildSafeMichigan #FosterParent #FosterCare

We are beyond proud to share that Lenora Hardy-Foster, President and CEO of Judson Center, has received the 2026 Mariam C. Noland Award for Nonprofit Leadership from the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan. The award was presented at the Foundation's annual meeting on June 24 and honors a nonprofit executive whose leadership shapes not just their own organization, but the broader nonprofit community across southeast Michigan. It's named for Mariam Noland, the Community Foundation's founding president, whose own decades of leadership set the standard this award recognizes. Since joining Judson Center in 2016, Lenora has grown our annual budget from $16.5 million to $32 million and helped expand our reach to more than 13,000 children, adults, and families each year across five counties. Her leadership also helped Judson Center become a Michigan Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, reflecting the highest standard of integrated care in our field. Congratulations, Lenora. This recognition belongs to you, and it also reflects the trust our community has placed in Judson Center for more than a century. Thank you to the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan for this honor, and to our Board Chair Dr. Furman and the entire Judson Center board for their steady support.

Employment can provide a strong foundation for confidence, independence, and personal development. Matt, a Vocational Services program participant, showcases this every day at Chili's. He consistently shows up ready to learn, take on new tasks, and contribute to his team. His determination, excellent work ethic, and optimistic attitude have enabled him to gain valuable skills and thrive in the workplace. Vocational Services provides individuals with disabilities the support, resources, and coaching needed to achieve meaningful employment and long-term success. While support is available every step of the way, it is the hard work and determination of individuals like Matt that make these accomplishments possible. #JudsonCenter #DisabilityServices #VOCServcies #DisabilityAwareness

Hearing directly from the families and caregivers we serve provides valuable insight into the impact of our Autism Services. 🧡 Our team is committed to providing individualized support, evidence-based services, and guidance that help children with autism build skills, strengthen connections, and reach their unique goals. We understand that every child and family has different needs, which is why personalized care and family-centered support remain at the heart of our work. Feedback from families not only helps us measure the effectiveness of our services but also helps other families better understand the resources and support available to them. If your family has benefited from our Autism Services, we invite you to share your experience by leaving a Google review. Your feedback helps us continue improving our programs while providing encouragement and information to families seeking support! #JudsonCenter #ChildSafeMichigan #Autism #AutismSupport #AutsimAwareness

🌍✈️ Let's adventure around the world for the 2026 Child Safe Gala! Join us for an evening of hope, impact, and community like no other. Expect interactive experiences, an unforgettable dinner, and cocktails crafted by internationally recognized culinary artists, a premier live auction, and so much more. 📅 Friday, August 7 🕕 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM 📍 The Department at Hudson's, Detroit 🎟️Ticket/detail go to https://lnkd.in/eGYJah53 Every ticket helps create brighter futures for the children and families we serve. We can't wait to see you there! #JudsonCenter #ChildSafeMichigan #ChildSafeGala2026 #CommunityImpact