Travelers Aid was formed as a resource for immigrants, women and travelers who were desperately in need of support. Because of the drastic changes in our society, the needs of the people we serve are much more serious than they were 75 years ago. With this in mind, our programs and services expand on a yearly basis to better serve our community. The underline thread of all Travelers Aid’s programs is the in-depth Case Management provided to each client. This holistic approach is designed to stabilize and empower individuals and families to become self-sufficient.

Through our unique comprehensive, collaborative case management programs, the first in the State of Michigan, we follow up with the services necessary for each client’s recovery. Working with families, as well as individuals, The programs integrate the resources of agencies networked together for the long term.  The primary goal is to help motivated at-risk and homeless people become self-sufficient and independent.  We meet with the clients at our service center, at auxiliary sites around town or at their homes or shelters.

Travelers Aid also operates “transitional” housing for homeless individuals relearning the life skills necessary to remain self-sufficient.  The Supportive Housing Opportunities Program helps participants develop appropriate frames of reference to celebrate life and reclaim independence.

Travelers Aid, internal job and educational training service, Travelers Aid Training and Employment (T.A.T.E.), provides assessments, interpersonal skills, employability skills, and computer training for those participants interested in job readiness skills and employment placement.

At our office Downtown, Travelers Aid assists homeless and at-risk families and individuals. We do not bandage the crisis without treating the very reasons that brought it on by working with the client to find the correct solution.

At Metro Airport, Travelers Aid helps 250 runaways find their way back home and introduces 150 adopted foreign babies to their American families. 

 Sponsor a Fundraising Event

Host a private party, social function, dinner or reception to benefit Travelers Aid.  We will gladly assist with the planning details and provide volunteers.

Provide In-Kind Donations or Professional Services

Travelers Aid is always in need of professional consulting in the form of fund development, public relations, special events, legal and accounting services.  There is also an ongoing need for promotional matetials, computer software and printing services.  Consider donating a copy machine, fax machine or telephone answering service.

Tell Others

Help spread the word about the positive work Travelers Aid provides to the Detroit Metro area.  Publish our activities, events, announcements in your company or organizational newsletter.  Insert information about Travelers Aid in your mass mailing to clients.

 Get Involved

Work on a special committee, join the newly established “Circle of Friends” or volunteer at the airport.  Have your company adopt a Travelers Aid program.  Designate a member of your religious group to act as liaison for individuals who could use one of our services.

Donate

All monetary contributions are appreciated.  No amount is considered too small.  Think about leaving Travelers Aid a bequest in your will or naming Travelers Aid as a beneficiary on an insurance policy.  Make a pledge

Sponsor a Fundraising Event

Host a private party, social function, dinner or reception to benefit Travelers Aid.  We will gladly assist with the planning details and provide volunteers.

Start a Matching Fund Program

If your company or organization does not have a matching fund program…start one on behalf of Travelers Aid.