“How old are you?” I asked, excitedly and impulsively. Only realizing my mistake after I said it. (I was raised to never ask a woman her age!) She smirked, “guess.” “1,000” I answered, facetiously. Hoping it would overcorrect what I had done. “Close but guess again.” She wanted a real guess, I guess. “Umm… 28.” (I didn’t believe that, but …
New Services for 17.5 – 24 years
Ozone House is now offering regular hours to screen young people, ages 17.5 – 24, for housing opportunities. These include: * Transitional Living Program * Rapid Re-Housing * Permanent Supported Housing * Family Reunification Program This process allows for initial eligibility determinations and waitlist placement without completing the full intake process. Screenings are available in both Ann Arbor (1705 Washtenaw …
Ozone House turns 50! You’re invited!
Celebrate five decades of Ozone House’s commitment to the youth in our community on June 2nd at The Farm at St. Joe’s in Ypsilanti. It will be a great time for current and past staff, volunteers, donors, clients and friends of Ozone House to see old friends and meet new ones. The family-friendly environment encourages everyone to bring their friends …
Farewell and best wishes to Cōlleen O’Brien
Help us in saying farewell and good luck to a long time part of Ozone House. Colleen (Co) is exiting Ozone House after nearly 24 years of service. Co joined the Ozone House family in October of 1994 as a crisis line volunteer. In 1995, she was hired on as a phone shift supervisor and stayed in the phone room …
Is It Difficult to Work on a Crisis Line? Yes. It is.
Ozone House is launching a Text and Chat option to it’s crisis line on June 5th. Hear the words of why this is important from Allison Brengle, Crisis Line Manager. Allison hears calls from young people in crisis, and people who care about them, every day.
Resources for Youth in Washtenaw County
Searching for resources for youth in Washtenaw County? There’s so much MORE at Ozone House. I discovered Ozone House by accident about 4 or 5 years ago. I lived in Flint at the time and worked for a youth shelter that is very similar to Ozone House. Our organization was seeking to enhance our online presence and I used to …
You’re never too young or old to be involved
Guest blogger: Madeline Smith As you may have read last month on this blog, Ozone House has spent the last year building a millennial board. This year, my fellow Millennial Ozone Board (MOB) members and I are excited to tell you, through this blog, more about why we’ve chosen to get involved, how we’re supporting the organization, and how you …
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