New Annual Report Available for Online Viewing New Annual Report Available for Online Viewing

Common Ground’s 2011-12 Annual Report has been published and is now available to view online.  Supporters should receive their copy in the mail in the next week or so.   Take a few moments to get up to speed on the agency’s activities in the last year, including  updates on finances, programs... Read More

Next Survivor’s of Homicide Support Group Set for February 20 Next Survivor’s of Homicide Support Group Set for February 20

This FREE ten-session group features structured topics and guest speakers to provide support to those facing the loss of a loved one due to homicide.  This is a closed group after the second session so prior registration is helpful to ensure cohesiveness.  The new group begins February 20, 2013 and... Read More

Legacy Society Legacy Society

Multiple Year Giving Program Helps Agency Build Solid Financial Foundation Common Ground is grateful to all who support us—whether it is giving their time, or sharing their talents and treasure, donors provide Common Ground the ability to help people move from crisis to hope. They help us carry out... Read More

Mental Health First Aid Training  Schedule for 2013 Mental Health First Aid Training Schedule for 2013

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Agency Offers Mental Health First Aid Training to the Community Agency Offers Mental Health First Aid Training to the Community

The recent tragedy in Connecticut has prompted meaningful discussions about mental health issues and how to get care and treatment to those who need it before a situation turns into a crisis. The stigma surrounding mental illness often prevents people from seeking help or even acknowledging that they... Read More

Common Ground  Seeks Kitchen Supplies for New Wellness Program Common Ground Seeks Kitchen Supplies for New Wellness Program

Common Ground understands the importance of integrating physical and mental wellness.  In fact, wellness is one of the agency’s core values.  That’s why Common Ground is launching the Wellness Through Food program for the people it serves. Board member Rita Patel, who is a health coach... Read More

REALife Event to Raise Funds for Drop-In Center REALife Event to Raise Funds for Drop-In Center

The new Liberty Bar and restaurant in Pontiac is hosting an event to raise funds for Common Ground’s REALife Drop in Center on Saturday, January 12 starting at 9 p.m.  Hats off to REALife will feature door prizes, a 50-50 raffle, a silent auction, karoake by DJ Chuck Spain and a prize for the... Read More

Make A Difference Program Honors Common Ground Make A Difference Program Honors Common Ground

Genisys Credit Union, in partnership with the Detroit Pistons, recently selected Common Ground as an honoree of its Making a Difference program.  Part of the recognition included highlighting Common Ground’s youth programs in a video, which was shot at the Sanctuary.  Volunteers, staff members... Read More

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Local Performing Arts Group to Present Broadway Hit; Agency to Receive Part of Proceeds Local Performing Arts Group to Present Broadway Hit; Agency to Receive Part of Proceeds

Don’t miss the chance to see this great musical and support Common Ground at the same time!

TimeBanking:  Connecting Skills with Needs in the Community TimeBanking: Connecting Skills with Needs in the Community

Do something for someone else, get something done for yourself! That’s what TimeBanking is about.

May is Mental Health Month:  Pathways to Wellness May is Mental Health Month: Pathways to Wellness

“Wellness is essential to living a full and productive life.”

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