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  • This group is managed by Krista Dover
  • Meeting Times:
    Bag Lunch Program, Mondays/Thursdays 10:30-noon; Open M-F 9-5
  • Meeting Location:
    23 East Adams Detroit Michigan
  • Homepage:
    http://www.noahprojectdetroit.org
  • For More Info Call:
    313.965.5422

N.O.A.H. Project

Central United Methodist Church, the first Protestant congregation in Michigan and a constant voice for peace and justice, has been offering the “Bag Lunch” program to those in need since 1976. In 1999, Central determined that the provision of food was merely “a drop in the bucket” in their efforts to alleviate the unmet needs that the poor and homeless face on a daily basis.

As a result, Central partnered with Family Service, Inc., a social service organization with over 125 years of experience serving families in Detroit and Wayne County, to create The N.O.A.H. Project. This collaboration was based on the shared belief that the needs of the community can best be met through cooperative efforts of those with diverse experiences, skills, and talents.

Initially, N.O.A.H. consisted of a parish nurse provided by Central, a project coordinator/social worker provided by Family Service., and a US-2 Missionary
provided by the United Methodist Church. As the needs of the community have changed so has N.O.A.H. Now, N.O.A.H. has expanded to include a domestic violence counselor, several caseworkers, an employment counselor, bag lunch coordinator and a creative/expressive arts coordinator to further meet the holistic health of all participants.

The N.O.A.H. Project is a culmination of services that exist to assist in meeting
an individual’s basic and emotional needs. This combined unity of work is our striving to help others while helping ourselves and the community. The atmosphere
is based on openness and mutual respect. We want to make a difference by providing support for people who have no one else.

We support individuals by developing trusting relationships founded upon acceptance — acceptance of who that person is. When acceptance is combined with compassion and honesty, it builds trust. By creating an environment founded on trusting relationships, we develop a family for people so they have the support and opportunity to change and grow.

Services Provided:
• Social Work and Case Work for counseling,emotional health assessments, case management, referrals to other service providers and crisis intervention
• Nurse Practitioner helps clients manage their medical needs including referrals,
holistic health counseling, navigating the healthcare system and education for individuals and groups including prescription assistance
• Nutritional bag lunches
• Emotional support is offered to all.
• Creative/Expressive Arts Program helping participants cope and heal through art.
• Transportation assistance
• Job counseling
• Limited provision of personal care items and clothing.
• Barber services, Mondays & Thursdays from 10:30am-12 noon.

Hours:
Monday—Friday 9 a.m.—5p.m.

We offer counseling, crisis intervention and assistance with immediate
needs at the following times:

Monday 10:30-12:00 (bag lunch)
Nurse Practitioner on site
Tuesday 10:30-2:00 (1st come/1st serve)
Wednesday 10:30-2:00 (1st come/1st serve)
Thursday 10:30-12:00 (bag lunch)
Friday by appointment only

Bowls of Hope at Central United Methodist Church

Mar 28 2010 - 11:30am - 1:30pm

On March 28, 2010, Central United Methodist Church will host it's 2nd annual Bowls of Hope fundraiser benefiting the N.O.A.H. Project! This eco-friendly fundraiser helps to raise awareness of hunger and simultaneously invites an air of fellowship as church and community members alike enjoy soups both homemade and from local restaurants.

Each $10 donated gives N.O.A.H. a chance to provide financial support for an individual to obtain state identification, supply 3 individuals with hygiene kits, or serve 5 individuals with bag lunches.

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Empty Bowls Soup Supper

Feb 17 2010 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm

First United Methodist Church of Birmingham will be hosting their annual Empty Bowls Soup Supper on Ash Wednesday to commemorate the Lenten season and remember that their are those who go hungry while we, ourselves, will participate in the Lenten tradition Jesus set so many years ago.

The N.O.A.H. Project Fine Arts Collective

Feb 27 2010 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm

The N.O.A.H. Project Fine Arts Collective serves as an opportunity for individuals to share their talents in music, poetry, art work, dance, etc. Several of our recurring talents are Y-Arts Deep River Choir, Soul Poet GJ Chapman, and our Singing Barber Elvis Tucker.

These programs are also an effort to bring the community together and empower those who are typically denied a voice in our society.

Our next collective is Feb. 27, 5:00-7:30 p.m. at Central United Methodist Church, 23 E. Adams, Detroit, MI 48226.

Location:
Central United Methodist Church
23 E. Adams

The N.O.A.H. Project Community Peace Concert

Jun 13 2009 - 3:00pm - 7:00pm

On June 13, 2009, The N.O.A.H. Project will present a free Community Peace Concert in the Parking lot of Central UMC, right next to Comerica Park in downtown Detroit. The concert is to promote peace and raise awareness on the issues surrounding homelessness. We all claim to want peace in this chaotic world, let us claim to want peace in our own backyard. Anyone is invited to enjoy music, poetry, and speakers that talk about peace at home. All are welcome to celebrate our common humanity.