Young person receiving keys to their new home
Supporting Youth

We help young people find home and hope

Peace Haven Homes provides stable housing, shelter, jobs, and support to foster children and homeless teens in Detroit.

Our founding story

Built on a commitment to Detroit's most vulnerable youth

Peace Haven Homes was founded to address a critical gap: foster children and homeless teens in Detroit had nowhere to turn for stable housing, career support, and real opportunity. We started small, driven by the belief that every young person deserves a safe home and a path forward. Today, we continue that mission by providing emergency shelter, job placement assistance, and after-school programs that help youth build the foundation they need to thrive in our community.

Our Team

The people driving change

Our dedicated team works directly with foster youth and homeless teens in Detroit, providing mentorship, job training, and the support needed to build stable futures.

Director of Youth Services

Director of Youth Services

Michelle Turner

Michelle leads all direct-service programs for foster and homeless youth in Detroit. She brings 18 years of experience in youth development and has trained our entire staff in trauma-informed care practices.

Job Placement Coordinator

Job Placement Coordinator

Carlos Mendez

Carlos connects young people with entry-level jobs and career pathways. He works with local employers to create real opportunities and provides one-on-one coaching to help youth succeed in the workplace.

Housing Specialist

Housing Specialist

Jessica Wong

Jessica secures stable housing placements for our clients and manages lease agreements with landlords. She advocates for youth and ensures each placement includes ongoing support and follow-up care.

After-School Program Coordinator

After-School Program Coordinator

Raj Patel

Raj designs and runs enrichment activities that build confidence and life skills. He creates safe spaces where teens can develop hobbies, learn leadership, and build positive peer relationships.

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Help Us Support Detroit's Youth

Whether you volunteer your time or donate, you directly help foster children and homeless teens find stable housing, jobs, and hope for their future.

Our Partners

Organizations supporting our mission

Peace Haven Homes partners with nonprofits, government agencies, and community organizations across Detroit to provide stable housing, emergency shelter, job training, and mentorship for foster children and homeless teens.

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