Featured - St. Patrick Senior Center https://stpatsrctr.org Just another WordPress site Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:38:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Congratulations to the Graduates! https://stpatsrctr.org/our-third-entrepreneurship-class/ Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:05:35 +0000 https://stpatsrctr.org/?p=8228 For eight Tuesdays – early October through Mid December –  our third entrepreneurship class gathered at St. Pat to learn what it takes to run a business – conceiving, launching, getting funding, managing finances, marketing, and of course, thriving!  The course was facilitated by Suzanne Cleage of the Build Institute. Each participant developed a “pitch” […]

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]]> For eight Tuesdays – early October through Mid December –  our third entrepreneurship class gathered at St. Pat to learn what it takes to run a business – conceiving, launching, getting funding, managing finances, marketing, and of course, thriving!  The course was facilitated by Suzanne Cleage of the Build Institute.

Each participant developed a “pitch” – a presentation to potential funders to be rehearsed at the ceremony, which was held on December 16 at the Institute.  Like in the first class, each of the pitches was innovative, creative and dynamic

Three cheers to the graduates:  

April Flournoy – Design Studio 6 LLC (A community hub showcasing art & design)

Olga Johnson – CWater LLC (Water education & enhancement)

Carla Knighton – CA Knighton REVA Services (Real Estate virtual Assistance

Gail Roberts – Bougie Bones Dog Treats (Made with natural ingredients)

Tammy Tocco – Abiding Haven (Two year residential program for young women formerly in foster care)

Terees Western – FragrenTed (Perfumer, scent docent)

Mardena Caldwell Willis  – The Wisdom Group (Life insurance)

Video Coming Soon

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]]> Second Entrepreneurship Class Graduates https://stpatsrctr.org/second-entrepreneurship-class-graduates/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:29:40 +0000 https://stpatsrctr.org/?p=8195 Every Monday from October 6 to December 1, our second entrepreneurship class gathered at St. Pat to learn what it takes to run a business – conceiving, launching, getting funding, managing finances, marketing, and of course, thriving!  The course was facilitated by Margo Dilal of the Build Institute. Perhaps the most exciting part of the […]

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]]> Every Monday from October 6 to December 1, our second entrepreneurship class gathered at St. Pat to learn what it takes to run a business – conceiving, launching, getting funding, managing finances, marketing, and of course, thriving!  The course was facilitated by Margo Dilal of the Build Institute.

Perhaps the most exciting part of the program was developing a “pitch” – a presentation to potential funders to be rehearsed at the ceremony, which was held on December 1 at the Institute.  Like in the first class, each of the pitches was innovative, creative and dynamic

Business ideas included project management, grief counseling, property development, sustainable clothing and sewing, an urban art gallery, and making film documentaries

Here’s to the graduates: Carol Davis, Darrell Waller, Rochelle Morton, Audery Childress, Octavia B. Foster and Eric Longs.

Three of the presenters’ pitches were particularly recognized by our distinquished panel of judges.  Watch their video comments HERE

Congratulations to all – and best of luck with your business!

 

 

First Entrepreneurship Class Graduation on August 9 HERE

Second Entrepreneurship Class Graduation on December 1 HERE 

Third Entrepreneurship Class Graduation on December 16 HERE

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]]> Congratulations to the Graduates! https://stpatsrctr.org/congratulations-to-the-graduates/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 22:00:08 +0000 https://stpatsrctr.org/?p=8071 Congratulations to our first community health worker graduates, who presented final reports and received their certification via Zoom on November 3 and 6.  Twice a week for 12 weeks, this dedicated group participated in an intense training to secure positions at insurance companies, health systems, pharmacy chains and non-profits.   The program was facilitated by […]

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]]> Congratulations to our first community health worker graduates, who presented final reports and received their certification via Zoom on November 3 and 6.  Twice a week for 12 weeks, this dedicated group participated in an intense training to secure positions at insurance companies, health systems, pharmacy chains and non-profits.  

The program was facilitated by Wayne State University‘s Community Health Worker Academy. Here’s a picture from the Zoom graduation ceremony on Thursday, November 6

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]]> Master Classes https://stpatsrctr.org/master-classes/ Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:23:20 +0000 https://stpatsrctr.org/?p=6934 Master Classes are “Deep Dives” into specific topics, designed to help business owners develop some of the very refined skills they’ll need to be successful.  Unless otherwise indicated, classes take place at St. Patrick Senior Center.   These sessions were offered during 2025: PNC Workshop – How Businesses Use Credit  – Monday, August 25    […]

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]]> Master Classes are “Deep Dives” into specific topics, designed to help business owners develop some of the very refined skills they’ll need to be successful.  Unless otherwise indicated, classes take place at St. Patrick Senior Center.

 

These sessions were offered during 2025:

PNC Workshop – How Businesses Use Credit  – Monday, August 25    Facilitated by Kyra Steverson   

Strategies for Scaling – Thursday, October 2     Facilitated by Nezaa Bandele.   

Branding Master Class – Saturday, October 18    Facilitated by Lawrielle West.  

Financial Statements and Modeling – Wednesday, November 19     Facilitated by     Aaron Jackson, JD, Executive Director of the Build Institute

More classes coming in 2026!

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]]> Entrepreneurship Training https://stpatsrctr.org/entrepreneurship-training/ Wed, 27 Aug 2025 12:29:36 +0000 https://stpatsrctr.org/?p=6899 If you want to open a store, sell handmade jewelry, even start a non-profit food pantry, this program is for you.  You’ll learn everything – including registration, structuring and organizing, developing a business plan, marketing, financing and more.  All sessions are held at St. Patrick Senior Center. Three classes have already graduated. Our fourth session […]

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]]> If you want to open a store, sell handmade jewelry, even start a non-profit food pantry, this program is for you.  You’ll learn everything – including registration, structuring and organizing, developing a business plan, marketing, financing and more.  All sessions are held at St. Patrick Senior Center.

Three classes have already graduated.

Our fourth session will begin on Saturday, April 11 from 11:30 to 1:30. If you’re interested, please submit the Interest Form HERE and we will follow up with the formal application process and any related events. (Be sure to check your email and spam folder for our response)

To participate, you must be age 55 or over, a resident of Michigan, and possess a high school diploma. You may take part in just one of the Cohort sessions.  

First Graduation on August 9, 2025 HERE

Second Graduation on December 1, 2025 HERE 

Third Graduation on December 16, 2025 HERE

Master Class Sessions HERE  

 

 

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]]> Community Health Worker Training https://stpatsrctr.org/community-health-worker-training/ Wed, 27 Aug 2025 12:09:02 +0000 https://stpatsrctr.org/?p=6894 These nationally-certified positions help connect people needing health and social services with those who provide them – including outreach, maternity support, education, advocacy and informal counseling.  Training is provided virtually by the Wayne State University Community Health Worker Academy. Positions are employed part-time at insurance companies, health systems, pharmacy chains and non-profits for $17 to […]

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]]> These nationally-certified positions help connect people needing health and social services with those who provide them – including outreach, maternity support, education, advocacy and informal counseling.  Training is provided virtually by the Wayne State University Community Health Worker Academy.

Positions are employed part-time at insurance companies, health systems, pharmacy chains and non-profits for $17 to $22 per hour.

Our next 12-week session will begin in May. If you’re interested, please submit the Interest Form HERE and we will follow up with the formal application process and any related events. (Be sure to check your email and spam folder for our response)

To participate, you must be age 55 or over, a resident of Michigan, and possess a high school diploma. You may take part in just one of the Cohort sessions.  

Previous Sessions

First Community Health Workers Graduation on November 6, 2025 HERE
Community Health Worker Certification Info Session on June 3, 2025 – Facilitated by Wayne State University Community Health Worker Academy.   Click HERE for details

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]]> Congratulations to the Graduates! https://stpatsrctr.org/entrepreneurship-training-cohort-1/ Wed, 02 Jul 2025 11:41:21 +0000 https://stpatsrctr.org/?p=5967 It was an amazing day – Saturday, August 9 – at the Build Institute on Michigan and Trumbull.  Thirteen participants from our first Entrepreneurship Cohort were honored at a graduation ceremony, after having completed eight weeks of training with facilitator Damon Thompson. The sessions began at St. Pat Senior Center on June 14, and covered […]

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It was an amazing day – Saturday, August 9 – at the Build Institute on Michigan and Trumbull.  Thirteen participants from our first Entrepreneurship Cohort were honored at a graduation ceremony, after having completed eight weeks of training with facilitator Damon Thompson.

The sessions began at St. Pat Senior Center on June 14, and covered everything you need to know about starting your own small business.

Perhaps the most exciting part of  the program was developing a “pitch” – a presentation to potential funders to be rehearsed at the ceremony.  Every one of the 13 pitches was creative, innovative and exciting. Business ideas ranged from bean pies, to ergonomic bathroom tissue, to aprons, to technology training for seniors, to much more!

Congratulations to all – and best of luck with your business!

Click HERE for some video testimonials from the graduates

Click HERE for some brief video remarks by one of the judges, Dr. Geneva Williams

 

 

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]]> St Pat 2025 Drawing Winners https://stpatsrctr.org/st-pat-2025-drawing-winners/ Wed, 07 May 2025 21:16:32 +0000 https://stpatsrctr.org/?p=5881 $10,000 Drawing and Other Raffles            

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]]> Starting Your Second Career! https://stpatsrctr.org/starting-a-second-career/ Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:38:12 +0000 https://stpatsrctr.org/?p=5833 On May 23, Score.org presented a workshop to would-be entrepreneurs thinking of starting a small business or buying into a franchise.   Featuring experienced experts – including David Broner and Lorne Greenwood – the session covered such topics as developing a strategy, understanding start-up costs and more. There was also a collaborative presentation by local business […]

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]]> On May 23, Score.org presented a workshop to would-be entrepreneurs thinking of starting a small business or buying into a franchise.   Featuring experienced experts – including David Broner and Lorne Greenwood – the session covered such topics as developing a strategy, understanding start-up costs and more.

There was also a collaborative presentation by local business owners.

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