Resources that strengthen families and empower youth.
Our resources have trusted information, practical tools, and community supports designed to help families navigate challenges and encourage positive growth. Whether you’re seeking guidance, education, or connection, these resources are here to strengthen and empower you. There are numerous links to trusted community resources that will support you every step of the way.
If you have an emergency please call dial 911
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255
Care House of Oakland County https://www.carehouse.org/
Common Ground Resource & Crisis Helpline https://commongroundhelps.org/
Call 800-231-1127 (available 24/7)
Text “Hello” to 800-231-1127*
Crisis Chat and website: https://commongroundhelps.org/
Community Network Services (for ages 18+)
248-745-4900 • cnsmi.org
Easterseals Michigan
National: 800-75-SEALS • Local: 248-475-6400 • essmichigan.org
Haven https://haven-oakland.org/
Jewish Family Service 248-592-2313 • jfsdetroit.org
Lighthouse https://lighthousemi.org/
New Oakland Family Centers https://newoakland.org/
Oakland Community Health Network 800-341-2003 https://oaklandchn.org
Oakland County Health Division Nurse on Call 800-848-5533 noc@oakgov.com
Oakland Family Services 248-858-7766 oaklandfamilyservices.org
Open Door Outreach Center https://opendooroutreachcenter.com/
Waterford School District https://www.waterford.k12.mi.us/
These local resources are not affiliated with Waterford Youth Assistance.
Parenting Resources
Adventures In Odyssey https://www.adventuresinodyssey.com/
Ages 8 – 12 Years old / Children’s stories with faith-based principles
Books: Bringing up Boys / Bringing Up Girls / The New Strong-Willed Child Amazon.com : bringing up boys by james dobson
Do it for Daniel http://www.doitfordaniel.com/
Family Fun / Parents Magazine https://www.parents.com/familyfun-magazine
Focus on the Family https://www.focusonthefamily.com/
Family resource / faith-based principals
Metro Parent for Southeast MI – Calander of Things To Do
https://www.metroparent.com/upcoming-events
Read-Along With PBS Kids 📚📖 Read-Along with PBS KIDS! – YouTube
Stories Read By Celebrities
Waterford Township Public Library http://waterfordtwplibrary.org/
Waterford Parks and Recreation
https://www.waterfordmi.gov/224/Parks-Recreation
Parks & Rec Info / Activities brochure – class list
Resources listed above are not affiliated with, or specifically endorsed by Waterford Youth Assistance.