For 25 years, The Family Center has been a trusted source of information and support for families living in Michigan’s Grosse Pointe and Harper Woods communities. As a non-profit community organization, our work helps families and individuals connect – to each other and their communities. We do this by providing online resources and onsite programs that empower, guide, uplift and engage families through all of life’s pivotal moments.
Our Mission
Whenever. However.
We’re Here to Help.
Building happier, healthier families starts with information access. We partner with local schools and organizations, as well as members of our Association of Professionals, to offer programs and resources on a wide range of topics important to families today. While we predominantly serve the Grosse Pointe and Harper Woods communities, our resources are available 24/7 online, as well as by phone during business hours, to anyone in need.
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Resources for Families of all Kinds, with Needs of all Sizes.
We believe that strong communities are created by strong families. And sometimes, raising a family can be challenging. That’s why we offer 24/7 online access to expert advice at no cost, as well as the option to access to a roster of qualified professionals for additional services. Our Association of Professionals consists of caring, local providers who work with individuals and families of all ages and backgrounds, specializing in family skills and resilience, as well as physical and mental health.
For 25 years,
we have helped families
grow stronger together.
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Community Book Club
Drama Free: A Guide to Managing Unhealthy Family Relationships by Nedra Glover Tawwab
Join us for an engaging and informative discussion with our panel of local experts.
From the bestselling author Nedra Glover Tawwab, a road map for understanding and moving past family struggles—and living your life, your way.
Every family has a story. For some of us, our family of origin is a solid foundation that feeds our confidence and helps us navigate life’s challenges. For others, it’s a source of pain, hurt, and conflict that can feel like a lifelong burden.
In this empowering guide, licensed therapist and bestselling relationship expert Nedra Glover Tawwab offers clear advice for identifying dysfunctional family patterns and choosing the best path to breaking the cycle and moving forward.
Covering topics ranging from the trauma of emotional neglect to the legacy of addicted or absent parents, to mental health struggles in siblings and other relatives, and more, this clear and compassionate guide will help you take control of your own life-and honor the person you truly are.
Check the Grosse Pointe Public Library or Harper Woods Public Library catalogs for copies of the book. Books can also be borrowed from The Family Center, just ask to borrow a copy when you register.
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Meet Our Community Partners
Thank you to our dedicated partners and generous sponsors. They help make our mission possible.