Improving Community: Ali Ayoub
Dearborn youth Ali Ayoub is a stunning example of a young man who is motivated to change the world. He does so every day through his positive attitude and love for service to others.
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Get involved: Care House of Macomb County
When police, pediatricians or case workers suspect a child has been physically or sexually abused in Macomb County, Care House is a child-friendly resource for treatment, investigation and prosecution. Yet the 10-year-old group also works to improve parenting skills and community education to reduce and prevent child trauma from occurring.
Volunteer Profile: Reginald Turner
Reginald Turner brings his lifelong commitment to diversity and equal opportunity to his Clark Hill professional work and civic contributions.
LighthousePATH
This week, the Regional Activation Zone features Lighthouse Path, an agency that assists impoverished or abused women, teens and children. Over more the 30 years, the group has assisted Pontiac's most vulnerable populations, nurturing a sense of family and fostering independence.
Woman, Inspired
For 40 years, Harriet Saperstein has been a living, breathing model of community involvement. In March, Saperstein retired as president of HP Devco, the economic development organization that is helping Highland Park turn itself around. Maureen McDonald profiles the woman who never gave up.
Giving Her Time: Joan Gehrke
Joan Gerhke rakes in millions — for charity. A champion volunteer fund-raiser, she calls her work "the art of the heart."
Get Involved: Southwest Solutions
Southwest Solutions is making real progress, changing individual lives and the entire Southwest Detroit community with education, counseling, homeownership and redevelopment programs.
