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We are excited that you have chosen to visit our website. Leaps and Bounds Family Services is a non-profit agency dedicated to improving the lives of children, youth and adults. We provide hope and opportunity through programs and services that support families and help children and young adults reach their potential and become productive citizens.

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NEW! Early Learning Communities Course Description Catalog Macomb County Employees Donate Proceeds From "Casual Day" Leaps and Bounds Partners with Lincoln High School to Implement the Kingian Nonviolence Program "REACH" WIA Program Offers No-Cost Work Training for Young Adults 2010/2011 Annual Report		Leaps and Bounds Family Services has launched its first “Warm Hands ... Warm Hearts” holiday campaign to help the children and families of our agency stay warm this season. The cold winter months can be the most difficult time of year. Many of us take for granted the simple act of placing a warm pair of gloves or mittens on our hands to provide protection from the cold and wind.We forget that many in our nearby neighborhoods do not have the resources to afford these items. It’s simple to participate! All you need do is donate one brand-new (or gently used) winter hat, scarf, gloves or mittens. For more information click here or to make a donation, please call 586.759.3895.		To sponsor this event or donate to our silent auction, please email debb@leapsnbounds.org.

NEW Workforce Investment Agency (WIA) PROGRAM FOCUSES ON ACADEMIC STRENGTHENING AND JOB READINESS

Exciting Changes Taking Place in Our Programs!

Leaps & Bounds new WIA program provides youth with information, encouragement and support in achieving their academic and career goals. The year-round program offers job skills training, leadership development, work experiences, individual tutoring and study skills training, academic and career goal planning, mentoring, and guidance services. Participation in the WIA program will help assure young adults greater success and opportunities in their future. For more information call 586-863-3010.

INDUSTRY NEWS ... worth reading

Bridging the Skills Gap in Today's Economy

Ready or not, the demands on America's workforce are changing. In 1950, unskilled positions accounted for 80 percent of U.S. jobs, but today, 85 percent of our country's professions require skilled workers who have critical-thinking capabilities combined with career and industry specific requirements (Blodgett, 2000). Read more ...

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Michigan Business Execs Discuss Need For Early Childhood Investment in New TV Special

The one-hour special "The Time is Now" debuted on public television channels all over Michigan. The video explores the relationship between investment in early childhood, workforce development and overall economic well-being. Click here to view.

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