March 2026

Upcoming Events!

Love & Logic Virtual Parenting Series

Topics in this workshop are used to provide information needed to creative effective parenting to motivate and inspire your children.

This is a free workshop series. Register here: Parenting Made Enjoyable Workshop

When: Wednesdays on March 4, 11, 18, 25 and April 1st

7 PM - 8:30 PM

Where: Zoom

For more information, please contact: Anita Rothert

Phone:734-785-7705 x7035

Email: ARothert@guidance-center.org

Free Parenting of Teens Class

This free virtual two-class workshop focuses on understanding how to cope with parenting a teen, and how to handle raising teens in a digital world.

This is a free workshop series. Register here: Parenting Through the Teen Years

When: Tuesday

March 17 & 24

7 PM - 8:30 PM

Where: Zoom

For more information, please contact: Anita Rothert

Phone:734-785-7705 x7035

Email: ARothert@guidance-center.org

Teen Pride Alliance

Teen Pride Alliance, for ages 14yo-18yo. The group will meet at the same time, on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month (6pm-7:30pm).

We are hoping to create a space for LGBTQ+ Youth where they can explore their identify, creativity, and have real conversations with supportive people.

For more information, contact: Allison Smith

ASmith@guidance-center.org

734-308-0768

Free Book Club

Free book and book club, "The Amazing Generation." For kids, tweens, and their parents, this book helps navigate the world by managing smartphone usage and living more fun and confidence in real world connections with others.

When: Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026

5:30PM - 7PM

Where: The Guidance Center's Center for Excellence (Bldg 2)

13111 Allen Rd. Southgate, MI 48195

For more information, contact: Allison Smith

ASmith@guidance-center.org

734-308-0768

Free Dinner for Parents

Free dinner for parents in recognition of parenting awareness month. Space is limited, so registration is required.

When: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 6pm-8pm

Where: Cooper Moon, 1247 Center St. Lansing, MI 48906



Register here: Prevention Playbook For Parents

Free Tax Preparation Services

Free tax preparation assistance for households making less than $67,000 a year.

Appointments are in person at:

The Guidance Center's Center for Excellence (Bldg 2)

13111 Allen Rd. Southgate, MI 48195

Appointments will be available on:

Tuesday, March 17th, from 11AM-6PM

Schedule your appointment by calling: 313-556-1920

or at this link: Appointment Scheduling

Coalition Updates

The mission of the SUDDS Coalition is to prevent underage drinking and drug use in the Downriver community.

As of January 2025, the SUDDs Coalition will be officially combined with the Healthy Downriver Coalition to continue its mission on making the community a healthy and safe place for our youth.

Heathy Downriver:

Mission- Our mission is to build collaboration, improve health equity, and be the creator of positive change to support the health and wellness of Downriver residents.

Vision- To have a culturally inclusive Downriver community that engages in healthy living, has equal access to care, and makes informed choices that strengthen mind, body, and spirit.

If you would like to get involved or require more information, contact Lisa Horvath:



734.785.7700. ext. 7361

LHorvath@iamtgc.net

Awareness Month

March is Women's History Month

In 1978, what started off as just being a week-long local celebration in California to coincide with International Women's Day, as of 1987 March has been dedicated as Women's History Month.

To celebrate, take the time to:

-Buy goods from women owned business

-Learn about women innovators throughout history

-Women's history trivia contest

-Host a feminist book club



For more information, go to: Women's History

March is Bisexual Health Awareness Month

Bi+ individuals experience higher levels of mental health issues, substance misuse, and lack of proper healthcare due to biphobia and misunderstands from a healthcare provider than their gay, lesbian, and heterosexual peers. Bisexual Health Awareness Month was created to help combat this disparity and spread awareness to improve the wellbeing of Bi+ people everywhere.

For more information: Bisexual Health Awareness

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week

March 15-26

This week aims to spread awareness on common myths that a lot of teens and young adults believe about alcohol and drugs.

Some Common Myths:

-Marijuana isn't addictive

-Prescription pills are safe because they are from a doctor

-Beer doesn't have the same amount of alcohol as liquor

-I can drive well enough after a few drinks

For more information: 9 Myths About Drugs and Alcohol

March 31st is

Transgender Day of Visibility

March 31st is used every year to honor International Transgender Day of Visibility. There is an estimated over 3 million transgender adults in the United States, so take today celebrate the joy and resilience of trans and non-binary people everywhere and find ways to become an ally and support to the community.

For more information on becoming an Ally/Supporting: HRC | Be an Ally - Support Trans Equality



For resources to help support your loved ones or yourself: Find Resources - PFLAG

Use the button above to help you find a therapist

Healthy Downriver Coalition meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at 8:30 AM via zoom.

Mental Health/Substance Misuse Action Team takes place quarterly, 5:30 PM in person or zoom, the next meeting is scheduled for March 18th, 2026

If you'd like to get involved with the coalition or be added to the mailing list, contact Lisa Horvath

[734.785.7700. ext. 7361]  [LHorvath@iamtgc.net]

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Hotline:

Call or Text: 988