For immediate mental health support during a crisis, call Detroit Integrated Health Network at 1-800-241-4949 or dial 988 to reach the National Hotline. Trained counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
SOOAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

We are a Metro Detroit–based nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening communities. Our work is grounded in the belief that lasting healing and meaningful progress are achieved through collective action and shared responsibility.
Watch the message from our Executive Director to learn more about SOOAR’s impact.
Limited English Proficiency
At SOOAR, we are committed to ensuring meaningful access to our programs, services, and resources for all individuals, regardless of their primary language or English proficiency level.
Strategies to Overcome Obstacles and Avoid Recidivism (SOOAR) provides language assistance services to individuals with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) whenever possible, including interpretation support, translated materials, and assistance accessing services. We do not discriminate on the basis of national origin, language, race, ethnicity, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status.
If you or someone you know needs language assistance or translation support, please contact SOOAR directly so we can make reasonable accommodations to support communication and access to services.
Get Involved
Our strength is amplified with collective action, and you can help make a difference with SOOAR today! Your support is crucial in addressing some of society's most challenging problems. Join us in our mission to provide prevention education and create a better future for all.
Our Sponsors and Collaborative Partners
Their support creates change

At SOOAR, we believe in the power of community and collaboration to drive meaningful change. We’re deeply grateful to our funders, sponsors, and collaborative partners whose support helps bring our mission to life—empowering individuals, transforming lives, and strengthening communities. Together, we’re creating a future rooted in equity, compassion, and opportunity.
SOOAR is proudly funded and supported in part by the following organizations and partners. Join us in continuing this important work.






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