Affirmations is metro Detroit's community center for lesbian, gay, bisexual & transgender people and their allies. This page is currently moderated by Affirmations staff members.
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Affirmations is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization serving people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. We are housed in a state-of-the-art, multi-use facility in the heart of downtown Ferndale, at the Northern border of the City of Detroit. We invite you to explore this site and learn more about Affirmations and then come and visit us in our 17,000- square-foot home, located at 290 W. 9 Mile Road, Ferndale, MI 48220. Or call us at (248) 398-7105 for more information about our many events, services and groups. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram, too: https://twitter.com/goaffirmations https://instagram.com/goaffirmations
Mission: Affirmations is an evolving community center where all who gather are embraced and are free to be their authentic selves. Affirmations provides a welcoming space where people of all sexual orientations, gender identities & expressions, and cultures can find support and unconditional acceptance, and where they can learn, grow, socialize and feel safe.
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Check out the Virtual Group meetings for today (1.19.21) through
Affirmations in the image attached.
Don't forget to email [email protected] for a meeting link or password!
#LGBTQVirtualSupport #Affirmations #LGBTQ #LGBTQSupport #ISupportAffirmations
Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center is offering counseling for a sliding fee scale (With some insurance accepted). During the pandemic, stress can be high, and maintaining your health can be difficult.
We help anyone that is 18+ explore important issues such as healthy relationships, sexual orientation, gender identity, self-esteem, confidence, personal growth, and much more!
Be aware that the slots are limited... Interested folks should fill out an intake form at https://bit.ly/3hFnRRk.
#Health #Covid19Resource #Affirmations #LGBTQ #Counseling #VirtualCounseling #ISupportAffirmations
#CovidReliefResourceShare 🧀🍗🥬🍅🍇🧤🧣🥶
In need of help with groceries or do you need some free winter gear? The “Lettuce Help” Food Program is determined to supply you with that, and more!
Stop by TOMORROW (1.20.21) from 4 PM - 7 PM OR FRIDAY (1.22.21) from 10 AM to 2 PM to pick up non-perishable groceries, hygiene products, and winter wear.
Can't make it to the Center? No Problem! Affirmations has a certain amount of grant dollars for Instacart food orders, up to $75 per order!
To place your order or to donate gently used winter clothing, please email [email protected] or call 248.398.7105.
#WinterCoat #Winter #WinterGear #FreeClothes #FreeFood #FreshFood #Food #Affirmations #Support #HIVTest
Between The Lines Newspaper
The theme this year is Equity and Equality in Suicide Prevention, and the featured subject matter will tackle suicide prevention through a social justice lens while addressing and challenging existing bias and belief systems.
Our Executive Director, Dave Garcia, will be LIVE this morning with Civic Center TV at 10 am.
📺 👇 See below for the link information...
Happy #MLK day from the Megacast!
Today's guests:
Affirmations 🏳️🌈
Oakland University 🐻
Michigan Democratic Party 🗳
West Bloomfield School District 🏫
Small Business Association of Michigan 🏪
Watch the #LIVEshow at 10am over at Orchard Mall or on our website ⬇️
https://civiccentertv.com/
#News #Michigan #LocalTV
Take a look at the virtual groups for today (1.18.21) below...
- 11:30 AM EST - AA Brownbaggers
- 5:45 PM EST - AA Serenity
- 7:00 PM EST - SAA
- 7:30 PM EST - LGBTQ+ People of Color
To obtain a meeting password, please email [email protected] or call 248.398.7105 for more information.
We'd like to give a special shout out to one of our wonderful donors, Liam Thomas McDonald! ❤
He has so generously donated a plethora of winter items for our "Lettuce Help" Program. Thank you for helping us provide warmth to those who need it during these cold months.
Don't forget to swing by Affirmations every Wednesday, from 4 to 7 PM or Friday, from 10 AM to 2 PM to pick up non-perishable groceries, hygiene products, and winter wear!
If you have gently used winter clothing to donate for the drive, please email [email protected] or call 248.398.7105.
Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center is offering paid Virtual Youth Program slots for 2021!
Sponsored by FCA, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, and the Walters Family Foundation, this is a 16-week, curriculum-based program that molds LGBTQ+ Youth, ages 12-22, into leaders by providing them with career development skills and advocacy tools.
Topics include resume writing, interview skills, race and racism, mental health, self-care, safer sex, risk reduction, and much more.
Visit GoAffirmations.org/youth-programs/ to apply for your chance to join, before it's too late!
Take a look at the groups for this weekend (11.16.21 + 11.17.21) below...
SATURDAY:
10:30 AM EST - Coming Out
12 PM EST - Queer Conversations
1:30 PM EST - AA Brownbaggers
5 PM EST - Men’s Discussion
7 PM EST - Gentle Movement
SUNDAY:
1:30 PM EST - AA Brownbaggers
To obtain a meeting password, please email [email protected] or call 248.398.7105 for more information.
Happy Friday! Don't forget that we've got the AA Brownbaggers virtual meeting this morning (1.15.21) at 11:30 AM EST.
If you need a link or password, please send us a message at [email protected] or call us at 248.398.7105.
#AA #LGBTQ #LGBTQRecovery #Affirmations #ISupportAffirmations
#CovidReliefResourceShare 🧀🍗🥬🍅🍇🧤🧣🥶
In need of help with groceries or do you need some free winter gear? The “Lettuce Help” Food Program is determined to supply you with that, and more!
Stop by TODAY (1.15.21) from 10 AM - 2 PM OR NEXT WEDNESDAY (1.20.21) from 4 PM to 7 PM to pick up non-perishable groceries, hygiene products, and winter wear!
Can't make it to the Center? No Problem! Affirmations has a certain amount of grant dollars for Instacart food orders, up to $75 per order!
To place your order or to donate gently used winter clothing, please email [email protected] or call 248.398.7105.
#WinterCoat #Winter #WinterGear #FreeClothes #FreeFood #FreshFood #Food #Affirmations #Support #HIVTest
Affirmations works to link the LGBTQ+ community to the support, services, and resources needed to enhance and maintain quality of life.
One such resource is Medicaid, a program that provides health coverage to over 68 million Americans, including eligible low-income adults, children, pregnant women, seniors, and people with disabilities.
Check out healthcare.gov to find out if you qualify.
Take a look at the virtual groups we've got going for today (1.14.21.) below...
- 11:30 AM EST - AA Brownbaggers
- 11:30 AM EST - NA Regardless Of...
- 5 PM EST - Disability and Discussion
- 7 PM EST - Overeaters Anonymous
To obtain a meeting password, please email [email protected] or call 248.398.7105 for more information.
Affirmations is offering counseling for a sliding fee scale (With some insurance accepted). During the pandemic, stress can be high, and maintaining your health can be difficult.
We help anyone that is 18+ explore important issues such as healthy relationships, sexual orientation, gender identity, self-esteem, confidence, personal growth, and much more!
Be aware that the slots are limited... Interested folks should fill out an intake form at https://bit.ly/3hFnRRk.
#Health #Covid19Resource #Affirmations #LGBTQ #Counseling #VirtualCounseling #ISupportAffirmations
#CovidReliefResourceShare 🧀🍗🥬🍅🍇🧤🧣🥶
In need of help with groceries or do you need some free winter gear? The “Lettuce Help” Food Program is determined to supply you with that, and more!
Stop by TOMORROW (1.15.21) from 10 AM - 2 PM OR NEXT WEDNESDAY (1.20.21) from 4 PM to 7 PM to pick up non-perishable groceries, hygiene products, and winter wear!
Can't make it to the Center? No Problem! Affirmations has a certain amount of grant dollars for Instacart food orders, up to $90 per order!
To place your order or to donate gently used winter clothing, please email [email protected] or call 248.398.7105.
#WinterCoat #Winter #WinterGear #FreeClothes #FreeFood #FreshFood #Food #Affirmations #Support #HIVTest
You've made it to the middle of the week! Take a look at the virtual support groups that are scheduled for today (1.13.21)...
- 11:30 AM EST - AA Brownbaggers
- 1 PM EST - Senior Koffee Klatch
- 7 PM EST - Community & Hope Women and Non-Binary AA
- 7:30 PM EST - CMA
To obtain a meeting password, please email [email protected] or call 248.398.7105 for more information. Stay safe everyone! 😷
Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center is offering paid Virtual Youth Program slots for 2021!
Sponsored by FCA, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, and the Walters Family Foundation, this is a 16-week, curriculum-based program that molds LGBTQ+ Youth, ages 12-22, into leaders by providing them with career development skills and advocacy tools.
Topics include resume writing, interview skills, race and racism, mental health, self-care, safer sex, risk reduction, and much more.
Visit GoAffirmations.org/youth-programs/ to apply for your chance to join, before it's too late!
The pandemic has exacerbated many existing dangers, and introduced a few new ones.
#CovidReliefResourceShare 🧀🍗🥬🍅🍇🧤🧣🥶
In need of help with groceries or do you need some free winter gear? The “Lettuce Help” Food Program is determined to supply you with that, and more!
Stop by TODAY (1.13.21) from 4 PM - 7 PM OR THIS FRIDAY (11.15.21) from 10 AM to 2 PM to pick up non-perishable groceries, hygiene products, and winter wear!
Can't make it to the Center? No Problem! Affirmations has a certain amount of grant dollars for Instacart food orders, up to $90 per order!
To place your order or to donate gently used winter clothing, please email [email protected] or call 248.398.7105.
#WinterCoat #Winter #WinterGear #FreeClothes #FreeFood #FreshFood #Food #Affirmations #Support #HIVTest
Take a look at the virtual meetings today (1.12.21) in the image attached and don’t forget to call 248.398.7105 for a password or meeting link.
#LGBTQVirtualSupport #Affirmations #LGBTQ #LGBTQSupport #ISupportAffirmations
Affirmations is offering counseling for a sliding fee scale (With some insurance accepted). During the pandemic, stress can be high, and maintaining your health can be difficult.
We help anyone that is 18+ explore important issues such as healthy relationships, sexual orientation, gender identity, self-esteem, confidence, personal growth, and much more!
Be aware that the slots are limited... Interested folks should fill out an intake form at https://bit.ly/3hFnRRk.
#Health #Covid19Resource #Affirmations #LGBTQ #Counseling #VirtualCounseling #ISupportAffirmations
#CovidReliefResourceShare 🧀🍗🥬🍅🍇🧤🧣🥶
In need of help with groceries or do you need some free winter gear? The “Lettuce Help” Food Program is determined to supply you with that, and more!
Stop by THIS WEDNESDAY (1.13.21) from 4 PM - 7 PM OR THIS FRIDAY (11.15.21) from 10 AM to 2 PM to pick up non-perishable groceries, produce, meat and dairy products, hygiene products, and winter wear!
Can't make it to the Center? No Problem! Affirmations has a certain amount of grant dollars for Instacart food orders, up to $90 per order!
To place your order or to donate gently used winter clothing, please email [email protected] or call 248.398.7105.
#FreeFood #FreshFood #Food #Affirmations #Support #HIVTesting #Hygiene #ISupportAffirmations #LGBTQ #Ferndale #Michigan
Thank You to our friends Jan and Susan for your years of dedicated service to the LGBTQ+ Community! ❤️
Benjamin Jenkins of Ann Arbor has assumed ownership of the 28-year old LGBTQ publishing network. Jenkins is the former Production Manager at Pride Source Media Group, the former publisher of Between The Lines, the annual Pride Source Magazine and the website PrideSource.com. Six years ago he formed Merithot Creative, an agency based in Ann Arbor that specializes in branding, websites, videography and digital content creation.
Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center is offering paid Virtual Youth Program slots for 2021!
Sponsored by FCA, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, and the Walters Family Foundation, this is a 16-week, curriculum-based program that molds LGBTQ+ Youth, ages 12-22, into leaders by providing them with career development skills and advocacy tools.
Topics include resume writing, interview skills, race and racism, mental health, self-care, safer sex, risk reduction, and much more.
Visit GoAffirmations.org/youth-programs/ to apply for your chance to join, before it's too late!
In the U.S. and Latin America, the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting the mental health of LGBTQ young people. Experts give tips on navigating the crisis.
We've got a full virtual meeting schedule for you to start your week off with. See below...
11:30 AM EST - AA Brownbaggers
5:45 PM EST - AA Serenity
7 PM EST - SAA
7:30 PM EST - LGBTQ+ People of Color
To obtain a meeting password, please email [email protected] or call 248.398.7105 for more information.
Take a look a the virtual groups happening this weekend below:
SATURDAY (1.9.21):
10:30 AM EST - Coming Out
12 PM EST - Queer Conversations
1:30 PM EST - AA Brownbaggers
5 PM EST - Men’s Discussion
6 PM EST - Motor City Bears
7 PM EST - Gentle Movement
SUNDAY (1.10.21):
1:30 PM EST - AA Brownbaggers
To obtain a meeting password, please email [email protected] or call 248.398.7105 for more information.
Happy Friday! Don't forget that we've got the AA Brownbaggers virtual meeting this morning (1.8.21) at 11:30 AM EST.
If you need a link or password, please send us a message at [email protected] or call us at 248.398.7105.
#AA #LGBTQ #LGBTQRecovery #Affirmations #ISupportAffirmations
Take a look below at the virtual schedule for today (1.7.21)...
- 11:30 AM EST - AA Brownbaggers
- 11:30 AM EST - NA Regardless Of...
- 5 PM EST - Disability and Discussion
- 7 PM EST - Overeaters Anonymous
To obtain a meeting password, please email [email protected] or call 248.398.7105 for more information.
#CovidReliefResourceShare 🧀🍗🥬🍅🍇🍉🍎🥩
In need of help with groceries? The “Lettuce Help” Food Program is determined to supply you with that, and more!
Stop by TOMORROW (1.8.21) from 10 AM - 2 PM to pick up non-perishable groceries, produce, meat and dairy products, hygiene products, and more!
Can't make it to the Center? No Problem! Affirmations has a certain amount of grant dollars for Instacart food orders, up to $90 per order!
Place your order by emailing [email protected] or call 248.398.7105.
#FreeFood #FreshFood #Food #Affirmations #Support #HIVTesting #Hygiene #ISupportAffirmations #LGBTQ #Ferndale #Michigan
Affirmations is offering counseling for a sliding fee scale (With some insurance accepted). During the pandemic, stress can be high, and maintaining your health can be difficult.
We help anyone that is 18+ explore important issues such as healthy relationships, sexual orientation, gender identity, self-esteem, confidence, personal growth, and much more!
Be aware that the slots are limited... Interested folks should fill out an intake form at https://bit.ly/3hFnRRk.
#Health #Covid19Resource #Affirmations #LGBTQ #Counseling #VirtualCounseling #ISupportAffirmations
You've made it to the middle of the week! Take a look at the virtual support groups that are scheduled for today (1.6.21)...
11:30 AM EST - AA Brownbaggers
1 PM EST - Senior Koffee Klatch
7 PM EST - Community & Hope Women and Non-Binary AA
7:30 PM EST - CMA
To obtain a meeting password, please email [email protected] or call 248.398.7105 for more information. Stay safe everyone! 😷
#CovidReliefResourceShare 🧀🍗🥬🍅🍇🍉🍎🥩
In need of help with groceries? The “Lettuce Help” Food Program is determined to supply you with that, and more!
Stop by TOMORROW (1.6.21) from 4 PM - 7 PM to pick up non-perishable groceries, produce, meat and dairy products, hygiene products, and more!
Can't make it to the Center? No Problem! Affirmations has a certain amount of grant dollars for Instacart food orders, up to $90 per order!
Place your order by emailing [email protected] or call 248.398.7105.
#FreeFood #FreshFood #Food #Affirmations #Support #HIVTesting #Hygiene #ISupportAffirmations #LGBTQ #Ferndale #Michigan
Take a look at the virtual meetings today (1.5.21) in the image attached and don’t forget to call 248.398.7105 for a password or meeting link.
#LGBTQVirtualSupport #Affirmations #LGBTQ #LGBTQSupport #ISupportAffirmations
Get free or low-cost health insurance through Medicaid. It covers doctor visits, prescriptions, immunizations, hospital visits, mental health care, and more.
Visit www.michigan.gov/medicaid or call 1-800-642-3195 to enroll today.
#Insurance #Medicaid #LowCostHealthInsurance #LGBTQ #Affirmations #CenterLink #ActionNetwork
Take a look at the virtual meetings today (1.4.21) in the image attached and don’t forget to call 248.398.7105 for a password or meeting link.
#LGBTQVirtualSupport #Affirmations #LGBTQ #LGBTQSupport #ISupportAffirmations
290 W 9 Mile Rd
Ferndale, MI
48220
| Monday | 09:00 - 21:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 21:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 21:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 21:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 21:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 21:00 |
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🍅🍆🥑🥦🥬🥒🌶🌽🥕🧅🥔🍠🧄 #FreeFood boxes available outside Affirmations with FRESH PRODUCE today from 10 AM until 2 PM!!! 👀 See the details below... In collaboration with Aunt Na's Village, Delta Dental, Gleaners Community Food Bank, Wayne State University's LGBT People in Medicine Group, and Rosie O'Grady's in Ferndale, the Center will be distributing FREE Food Boxes with optional toiletries weekly to those who might need them. When: Every Friday, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Where: The back of Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center at 290 W. Nine Mile Road in Ferndale. What: Pick up a free box containing a 2 week supply of non-perishable food with toiletries like shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, hygiene products, condoms, and lubrication available upon request. Boxes are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. How: Pull up to the back alley and our Volunteers will place the goods into your car or they will leave your box outside for you to grab, whichever you prefer! For more information or to request toiletries, please call (248) 629-6950 or email [email protected]. Can't come to the Center? No problem! We've got a limited amount of grant dollars to provide FREE Instacart food deliveries under $75 per order. Interested? Contact us at [email protected] or 248-398-7105. #Community #COVID19 #FoodResources #Supplies #Affirmations #Gleaners #LGBTPeopleInMedicine #WayneStateUniversity #WSU #ISupportAffirmations #FreeFood #FreeSupplies
We are ready for everyone TOMORROW‼️❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 #FreeFood boxes available outside Affirmations from 10 AM until 2 PM with FRESH PRODUCE!!! 👀 See the details below... In collaboration with Aunt Na's Village, Delta Dental, Gleaners Community Food Bank, Wayne State University's LGBT People in Medicine Group and Rosie O'Grady's in Ferndale, the Center will be distributing FREE Food Boxes with optional toiletries weekly to those who might need them. When: Every Friday, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Where: The back of Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center at 290 W. Nine Mile Road in Ferndale. What: Pick up a free box containing a 2 week supply of non-perishable food with toiletries like shampoo, conditioner, tooth paste, hygiene products, condoms and lubrication available upon request. Boxes are distributed on a first come, first served basis. How: Pull up to the back alley and our Volunteers will place the goods into your car or they will leave your box outside for you to grab, whichever you prefer! For more information or to request toiletries, please call (248) 629-6950 or email [email protected]. Can't come to the Center? No problem! We've got a limited amount of grant dollars to provide FREE Instacart food deliveries under $75 per order. Interested? Contact us at [email protected] or 248-398-7105. #Community #COVID19 #FoodResources #Supplies #Affirmations #Gleaners #LGBTPeopleInMedicine #WayneStateUniversity #WSU #ISupportAffirmations #FreeFood #FreeSupplies
Life is a Cabaret! Live now!
Did you catch the latest weekly update with Dave Garcia, our Executive Director? Watch what you missed right here: https://www.facebook.com/Affirmations/videos/597659657534076/
Hear from our Executive Director, Dave Garcia, in his weekly update where he wishes everyone a #HappyJuneteenth, talks about #DecisionDay2020, our Lettuce Help Food Program and the upcoming PRIDE Telethon 2020 with Affirmations:https://www.facebook.com/Affirmations/videos/2661014964220419/
Catch up with our Executive Director, Dave Garcia, in his weekly update where he remembers PULSE, discusses the upcoming PRIDE Telethon on June 27th, our Lettuce Help Food Program and the Fall Bike Ride here: https://www.facebook.com/Affirmations/videos/680777815818392/
Check out the weekly update with our Executive Director, Dave Garcia, where he talks about our newly designed website, plans to reopen Affirmations, and a hateful attack our Center faced during the Friday Free Food Box Giveaway Program. #Community #Affirmations #LGBTQ #WeeklyUpdate #DaveGarcia #ISupportAffirmations
Be sure to catch the powerful weekly update from our Executive Director, Dave Garcia, where he shares his thoughts regarding the racial violence happening in our nation: https://www.facebook.com/Affirmations/videos/354071132224603/
Catch the weekly update from our Executive Director, Dave Garcia, right here: https://www.facebook.com/Affirmations/videos/2323511884619737/
Join Ian D. from MSU Federal Credit Union for a webinar about Identity Theft Prevention during COVID-19!
Join us LIVE as we discuss spending with intention and developing a personal budget with Ian from MSUFCU!
Join Cam Blackwell as he reads from 'A Gentleman’s Love', this evening on Affirmations' Facebook LIVE: "Hello. My name is Cam Blackwell. A recent graduate from Wayne State University. This is an excerpt from a piece I wrote over this school year called A Gentleman’s Love. Followed by this I will be publishing the film I created during this Quarantine."
Catch the weekly update from our Executive Director, Dave Garcia, right here: https://www.facebook.com/Affirmations/videos/535811013705199/
Catch the Weekly Update from our Executive Director, Dave Garcia, right here: https://www.facebook.com/Affirmations/videos/2294858167482779/
Catch the Weekly Update from our Executive Director, Dave Garcia, right here: https://www.facebook.com/Affirmations/videos/3361349303884198/
Catch the weekly Facebook LIVE Update with our Executive Director, Dave Garcia, right here: https://www.facebook.com/Affirmations/videos/3251176554901632/
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