DECEMBER 2023

FOUNDATION UPDATE
H.E.A.L. participant using the interactive driving simulator during the driver’s training course.
Driving the Way
Understanding the Brain
A workshop regarding brain
health was presented by Macomb
Community College
Nursing students on November
15. The event proved to
be an invaluable resource for
those in attendance to learn
more about brain health, how
to keep your mind healthy,
proper nutrition and exercise
to reduce stress.
Preserving History through Art
Attendees on Day 1 of the Beth Nahrain Art Show.
The CCF’s H.E.A.L. (Hard of Hearing, E.S.L.,
American Sign Language, Life Skills) Project
is using a state-of-the-art driving simulator to
help deaf students to learn how to drive. The
H.E.A.L. Project helps better equip those with
hearing impairments to live independent lives.
Assisted by an American Sign Language interpreter
for the deaf, the group will learn how to
become licensed drivers.
The program runs for 8 weeks; H.E.A.L.
Project participants go through a modified drivers
education course with in-course instruction
and simulated driving practices to experience
what driving is like before entering a vehicle.
Macomb Community College nursing students and faculty.
Nearly 700 attendees had the opportunity to
experience the land between two rivers through
paintings, woodwork and sculptures at the 2nd
Annual Beth Nahrain Art Show held at the Chaldean
Community Foundation November 3-5.
Featured artists included Reni Stephan, Sabah
Wazi, Azhr Matti, Wilson Sarkis, Mark Georgies,
Cassidy Azzow, Fr. Patrick Setto, Emad
Tammo, Habib Hannona and Savannah Meyer.
Proceeds from the event benefited the victims of
the Bakhdida wedding fire through a fundraising
effort supported by Nineveh Rising.
CARF Accreditation
The Chaldean Community Foundation was recently
issued a three-year CARF accreditation
for the following programs and services:
• Short-Term Immigration Support Services
• Outpatient Treatment: Mental Health (Adults)
• Outpatient Treatment: Mental Health (Children and Adolescents)
The accreditation extends through October 31, 2026.
CARF accreditation distinguishes a provider’s service delivery
and signals to the public that the provider is committed to
continuous performance improvement, responsive to feedback,
and accountable to the community and its other stakeholders. It
is evidence that CCF strives to improve efficiency, fiscal health,
and service delivery creating a foundation for continuous quality
improvement and consumer satisfaction.
Shining Light Award from
Macomb County Habitat
for Humanity
The Chaldean Community Foundation
was selected to receive
the Macomb County Habitat for
Humanity Shining Light Award
at their annual gala on Friday,
November 10 as a result of excellent
advocacy for a family of six
from the Republic of the Congo.
Patrick N’Golo was granted
asylum in December of 2018,
arriving in the U.S. from the
Left to Right: Susan Smith,
Sharon Hannawa, Patrick
N’Golo and Nicha Nzuiki.
Democratic Republic of the Congo. Taking all the proper steps to
bring his family to the U.S. with help from Macomb County Habitat
for Humanity, Patrick had temporary housing but little else.
CCF was able to assist Patrick with his green card and social
security cards for his family and helped with approval for Medicaid,
food assistance and back rent. Five agencies, including PNC,
the Department of Health & Human Services-Warren office, and
the U.S. Department of Justice collaborated with the CCF to resolve
issues for the N’Golo family.
“Tonight will be the first time we can relax a little and maybe
sleep,” shared Patrick after his first CCF visit.
Planning for College Costs
Prospective college students
and their families
attended the Oakland University
Admissions and
Financial Aid Night on
November 15. Guests were
able to meet with Oakland
University staff and ask
Oakland University and CCF staff.
questions about the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the associated
costs of higher education, and the overall admissions process.
The event proved to be an invaluable resource for students as
well as parents to better plan for the future.
For more information regarding any of these announcements,
please contact the Chaldean Community Foundation at
586-722-7253.
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