The bridge to where you want to be

We help people across metro Detroit lead more stable and fulfilling lives through career development, behavioral health, and residential services.

More than meets the eye

At Gesher Human Services, we are dedicated to measurably improving quality of life and livelihood by giving every person an equitable opportunity to succeed at work, at home, and in the community.

Our mission is you.

Careers
& Employment

Gesher helps people across metro Detroit find personal fulfillment and financial stability through meaningful employment.

Residential
Services

Gesher helps people with disabilities across metro Detroit get access to supportive housing and care services from trained professionals.

Community
Integration

Gesher helps people across metro Detroit get involved in their community through a wide range of enrichment programs and activities.

Next Event

24August
Homebuyer Education: Empowered Homeownership
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Homebuyer Education: Empowered Homeownership

Life Skills & Education

Taught by Gesher Human Service’s HUD certified homebuyer education counselors, you will learn about the entire homebuying process, including credit education, how to qualify for a mortgage, mortgage terminology, proper home maintenance and how to avoid foreclosure. $50 fee per household. This class is also approved for the MSHDA Down Payment Assistance Program.

Date and Time: Monday, August 24 from 4:00-8:00 pm

Location: Virtual

Registration: To register for a Homebuyer Education class, contact us at financialhelp@geshermi.org or 248-233-4299.

Upcoming Events

27August
Authentic Networking: Making Real Connections in a Digital World
10:00 am - 11:00 am

Authentic Networking: Making Real Connections in a Digital World

Life Skills & Education

Let’s be honest — networking can feel awkward, transactional, and sometimes just fake. But it doesn’t have to be! Real networking is about building genuine relationships, and when done right, it can open doors you never even knew existed. This workshop will help you to learn how to start making connections that actually mean something — online and in person.

Date and Time: Thursday August 27 at 10:00 AM

Location: Virtual

Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/kPy15O5gQb2MjwQxnJPpAQ

27August
AI in the Job Hunt
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

AI in the Job Hunt

Life Skills & Education

Demystify the power of AI in your job search! This beginner-friendly workshop equips you to perform a modern job search and to utilize AI tools to build a strong resume that gets noticed. No experience needed – become an AI-powered job search pro!

Date and Time: Thursday, August 27 from 1:00-2:30 pm

Location: Gesher Human Services 29699 Southfield Rd. | Southfield, MI 48076

No registration required.

28August
Open Computer Lab
10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Open Computer Lab

Life Skills & Education

Join us for our Open Computer Lab, where you’ll have the chance to enhance your computer skills, work on projects, or get help with tech questions in a relaxed, supportive environment. Free of charge and no appointment needed! Bring your own laptop or use ours, and simply sign in at the front desk on the 2nd floor.

Date and Time: Every Friday from 10 am to 1 pm

Location: Gesher Human Services 29699 Southfield Rd. | Southfield, MI 48076

01September
Foreclosure Prevention Seminar
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Foreclosure Prevention Seminar

Life Skills & Education

While local foreclosure rates have balanced over recent cycles, recent indicators showcase an incremental shift upward. This critical intervention webinar clarifies structural timelines and regulatory consumer safety guidelines to prevent property loss. We will discuss:

· Evaluating situational options: Determining whether to keep, sell, or structure a clean exit

· Deconstructing federal pre-foreclosure mortgage parameters and administrative regulations

· Analyzing timelines mapped directly from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)

· Navigating specific Michigan Foreclosure Timelines and statutory prevention sequences

· Building robust borrower loss-mitigation workout packages and loan modifications

· Reviewing systemic impacts of foreclosure judgments on subsequent credit reporting metrics

· Locating local, secure resources via HUD-Certified Housing Counselors

· Being cautious of potential scams and other local resources

Date and Time: Tuesday, September 1 at 1:00 pm

Location: Virtual

Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/5KsHyf2gRs2Woq4gL4uAdg

04September
Open Computer Lab
10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Open Computer Lab

Life Skills & Education

Join us for our Open Computer Lab, where you’ll have the chance to enhance your computer skills, work on projects, or get help with tech questions in a relaxed, supportive environment. Free of charge and no appointment needed! Bring your own laptop or use ours, and simply sign in at the front desk on the 2nd floor.

Date and Time: Every Friday from 10 am to 1 pm

Location: Gesher Human Services 29699 Southfield Rd. | Southfield, MI 48076

News and Announcements

Gesher Human Services is requesting proposals for outsourced Human Resource Administration

August 14, 2026

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The Changing Treatment Landscape for Alzheimer’s Disease: Research Scientist to Update Metro Detroiters on New Strategies and Treatments at Free Program in Southfield, August 19, 2026!

August 08, 2026

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Art program for artists with intellectual or developmental disabilities hosts showcase

July 16, 2026

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Help Make a Difference

Last year, more than 34,000 of our family, friends, and neighbors were helped by Gesher Human Services. Your support ensures these services are there for all who need them.

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