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Officials break ground on indoor horse therapy building near Berks-Lancaster County line
WFMZ News
Members say that the center is all about giving kids a comforting family experience.
Read MoreA veteran who served in Afghanistan now helps Afghan refugees resettle
For some families resettling in the U.S., this is the first time they’ve ever felt safe. Every one of us can do something to provide refugees with a warm welcome.
Read MoreWest Michigan Airbnbs, hotels to house Afghan refugees
WWMT
The initial question was "When? " but now it's "Where? " Bethany Christian Services told News Channel 3 that it had welcomed eight refugees in the past month, with 10 on the way over the next couple of weeks. Short term housing solutions for a few weeks at a time are an option for now, but the next issue that presented itself is where to put refugees in the long term. New today: Landlord looks for answers after home gets demolished in Kalamazoo standoff.
Read MoreNonprofit receives grant to improve family connections
Grand Rapids Business Journal
Bethany Christian Services (BCS) is introducing a new birth parent and kinship support initiative with the help of a federal grant.
Read MoreHelping an Ethiopian orphan find a home
When Ethiopian police found young Ajani abandoned, Bethany supporters stepped in to help Maaza adopt him into her home.
Read MoreCaring Connection grant supports Peyton’s medical needs
When Peyton was born, his adoptive parents quickly learned they would need to alter their financial plans to provide for his medical needs. That’s when Bethany donors stepped in.
Read MoreKalamazoo Public Schools welcomes Afghan refugee students to the classroom
WWMT
West Michigan agencies including Kalamazoo Public Schools were lending a helping hand to dozens of Afghan refugees who were starting new in the United States. For weeks, Kalamazoo County welcomed new families into the community as well as in the classroom.
Read More50 Afghan Refugees Will Call Fresno Home. Can You Lend a Hand?
GV Wire
Bethany Christian Services is asking for your help in bringing 50 Afghan refugees to Fresno. Donations and volunteers are needed.
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