• Youth Assistance Program (YAP) Program Manager, Cynthia Williams, and Counselors, Lisa Benjamin and Charone Carter, are dedicated and committed to making a difference in youth and families. The YAP program staff utilize a strengths-based approach to help the youth and family identify and meet their goals. Thus, decreasing the likelihood of entering the formal Juvenile Justice system. The team helps to address individual needs and provide them with the resources to lead productive and healthy lives. Congratulations to the YAP team for “making a difference in the lives of those whom we serve”.

    97%

    2021 Consumer Satisfaction: Overall Satisfaction   
    97%

    97%

    First Quarter 2022: Overall Satisfaction
    97%

    100%

    2020 Consumer Satisfaction: Effectiveness of Program Services     
    100%

    Our Position

    BFDI is uniquely positioned to advance our work on improving outcomes for children, families and the community. We offer a continuum of programs and services that are designed to support our consumers desires and needs.

    Our Commitment

    We are committed to engaging the total community. We are committed to working in partnerships with others to provide the best outcomes within our neighborhoods.

    Our Work

    In addition to our continuum of services, our work fortifies youth and their families with the essential historical and cultural information necessary for building a strong sense of self-confidence.

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    Our hours of operation:
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    Monday-Friday: 9am to 5pm
    Weekends: Community Meetings


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    Our Offices

    • Administrative Office

      2995 E. Grand Blvd
      Detroit, MI 48202
      Phone: 313-758-0150

    • Samaritan Center

      5555 Conner Ave. Ste 1038
      Detroit, MI 48213
      Phone: 313-308-0255

      If it is after business hours, and you need to reach your Case Manager, please call BFDI’s “After Hours” phone number at (313) 330-2849.

    • In School Colaborative Partners

      Brenda Scott Academy
      Ecorse High School
      George Washington Carver
      Grandport Elementary Academy
      Hope Academy
      New Paradigm - University Yes Academy
      Osborn High School
      Ralph J. Bunche Academy
      Ronald Brown Academy
      Schulze Academy for Technology and Arts
      University Prep Art & Design: Middle High School
      University Prep Art and Design: Elementary School

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