honestly disappointing from start to finish. The place was not clean and had a strong Oder. I…read moreworked at cat shelter for years, it's supposed to smell like a mixture of cleaning spray and bleach . There was a noticeable odor, and some areas looked like they hadn't been properly maintained. For a place that charges an entry fee, I expected a much higher standard of hygiene. We were told not to interact with almost all of the cats because they are "spicy" they didn't seem well-socialized. Not enjoyable. On top of that, the staff came across as completely rude. Overall, it felt overpriced for what you get. Between the atmosphere, cleanliness issues, and lack of manners, I wouldn't recommend Catfé Lounge and wouldn't go back.

The staff here is WONDERFUL. We felt so comfortable visiting, had all of our questions answered,…read moreand felt like everyone there really cared for the cats. What an amazing idea. Aside from it being great for the community, it was also very entertaining. Next time, we might go a little earlier because many of the cats were sleepy by the time that end time slot came around (still fun and adorable, though). I will say, if you've never visited before, it inevitably gets very stinky, so I would opt to wear a mask.

I have done yearly work volunteer events here for the last 6 years. I don't mind setting up the…read moreevents here since it's closer to home. Much of the food is donated by local stores or restaurants. They get a ton of stuff into their warehouse. They always go through the daily protocol in the big conference room. You are to wear gloves and a hair cover and beard cover for those with facial hairs. Now you can add a face mask to the attire too. You start the event work around 9am and work until 11am to noon. The warehouse job is the hardest. I have sorted through some rough looking potatoes, to water logged and decrepit looking cucumbers and tomatoes. It makes you really appreciate the foods we can easily pick through at the grocery store to get the most appealing ones. Any sign of mold gets tossed. This is the hardest of the jobs, but also the most rewarding since it's labor intensive too. I have also had the pleasure of assembling sandwiches in the kitchen too, with wheat squares of bread, some meat like slices of pork meat of some sort and cheese too. Volunteering your time and energy is greatly rewarding and so helpful to those in need. This is a great center that gives back ro the community. At the end of your day, they will brief you on how many bags or boxes of food were boxed that day. It's the only day big the original big 3 OEMs groups can collaborate and work together side by side without any intellectual property issues too.

Unfortunately My Experience With Forgotten Harvest Is Delivering Boxes To The Wrong People &…read moreAddress. If You Happen To Contact Someone They Stated Changes Can NOT BE DONE & There Is No WAY THEY CAN CORRECT THE PROBLEM.

I was part of a team that did a food drive for them. We had to deliver food to the elderly. Their…read moreoperation is Top Notch here. They had all the food items available and boxed and ready for us to taking our vehicle and get to location. Everything was well organized with phone numbers of the clients and addresses were set properly , and forms for recipients to sign if necessary.

Wonderful organization wish we had more like it around in our community to help the youth and those…read morein need

Helped us in a pinch when I was unemployed. It's nice to know that there are people who will help…read moreand won't judge, unlike the dhs. It took dhs almost 2 months to help because my employer held my last pay, pushing it into another month, making it look like I had lots of income for that month. Not taking into account that there was no more income and switching from 30/hr to 332/week just doesn't do anything for a family of 3! Gleaners helped do what the State did not care to do. It took another whole month to get a bridge card loaded so essentially, we were without & spending everything we had on food ‍ Thank you, Gleaners Mobile Pantries!

Ok, this is kind of a late review. I used to go to the Boys Club in Royal Oak back in the late…read more1960s to the early 1970s. It was such a fantastic place. I learned model rocketry, archery, how to play pool, lots of other cool things. I was just thinking about it today because I was telling my wife I took a lapidary class there and learned how to cut and polish stones. Anyway, fast forward about 20 years to my early adulthood and I got into the optics field, and what helped me get in the door was some of the skills I learned at the Boys Club all those years before. Years later I took another job at an aerospace subcontractor, and ended up working on optical systems for several NASA missions. Among them was the phase alignment system for the James Webb Space Telescope. I got to work on so many cool projects and I was just thinking recently I can really trace it back to some things I learned at THIS boys club. I never got to thank you guys. Around the same time I was coming to the club, my dad had a heart attack when I was 10 and I spent a lot of time at that club until we moved to Florida in 1972. You guys literally saved my life during that period. I hope the people running the place now can accept my gratitude for this. And know you really serve a hugely important service in that community.

Providing a variety of programs for kids aged 6-18 the Boys and Girls Club of South Oakland County…read moreis more than just an after school program. This specific club offers kids classes and activities in 5 core areas including the Arts, Education, Character Development, and Social Recreation. Year round, the Club has sports leagues like floor hockey and basketball for kids 6-12. And for teens a year round basketball program. In addition, this award winning club offers tutoring, computer classes and the chance for youngsters to learn priceless social skills all for a mere 25 bucks a year. Located inside the Jack and Patti Salter Community Center in Royal Oak , the facility is clean, safe, and welcoming. To become a member children must either reside in Royal Oak or a city that does not have a Boys and Girl Club in it (Ferndale, Berkley, Southfield, etc) You can get more info on their website at www.boysandgirlsclubs.us or by calling (248)544-4166.

Friends, I stopped…read moreby the American Red Cross and made a special donation yesterday. I am an Apheresis donor, meaning they don't take the traditional whole blood, only the component(s) they need the most, and returning the rest to me. Yesterday I made a triple - my donation of platelets was enough to help three separate recipients. Apparently, this was a first for me, as I have made double donations many times before. Apheresis involves being hooked up to a machine and having the blood cycled through, filtering out the component that they need most. In addition to platelets, I have given red blood cells in the past, sometimes double-red donations. I was told of a video that was shot a couple years ago here in Detroit by a local TV station - WDIV Channel 4. It walks you through the whole process from donor to recipient(s). A little over 12 minutes long, even if you have never donated blood, it should be interesting to see how the blood makes it's way from one arm to the next, saving lives that would otherwise be lost. Go to: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uFNnQmV-kS4

If more of the public saw donation centres like Berkley's, they might be inclined to swing around…read moreevery 56 days to pump out a pint. No longer do you have to experience the life of British sailor on the high seas, swinging in a cot of nylon straps about a foot off the floor. Modern conveniences turn this blood donation into a luxury cruise. Really, you don't have to go anywhere and you get to watch traffic sail by on Woodward with a slightly lightheaded feeling. Friendly staff cater to your needs, bringing pillows and making sure you are comfortable. At the end you get to stop at the snack bar for cookies, juice and water, serenaded by soft rock and smiling seniors who volunteer and work here. Being stabbed in the arm by a long, pointy needle isn't that different from being on board the average ship, right? Like a good Princess Cruise or Carnival boat, you're expected to sprawl out and enjoy yourself in cozy reclining chair/beds. Do away with those horrible strappy contraptions at temporary donation sites, and hie yourself here for a great thirty minute stopover. Get in some reading, chat with the entertaining staff, or daydream. It's cheaper than popping down to a dock and you have far less chance of getting Norovirus. Cruise ships only wish they were this clean. The longest part of your visit will be post check-in when you run the gauntlet of reading materials and waiting on a doctor or nurse to check your hemoglobin in. Customs on a tiny island is usually worse though peak hours can be a bit of a drag. Unlike those ports of call, Berkley Blood Centre offers magazines for those who don't come armed with their own book or Kindle. Once you're through, though, the stay is a quick and efficient one. The staff have their procedures down and smoothly progress through setting you up and explaining the rules until you're pumping your fist in the air and looking forward to that prize cookie. The Blood Center sits at the corner of Catalpa and Woodward across from Trader Joe's and the easy parking. Ample parking can be found in the lot adjacent to the small complex, though expect crowds if the ever delicious Donut Cutter is open. Stop in before hand for a treat to get your blood sugar up in advance!

Yad Ezra is a great place to volunteer because you make lots of new friends in a clean environment…read more We are there for one purpose, to help the less fortunate and we have a good raport with the staff as well as the clients. It really feels good when the clients greet you with a smile and act like they are long lost friends.

Prices are a bit on the higher side, but they offer color-coded 50% discounts each week. Racks are…read morewell organized. Street Metered Parking available. Fitting room available / 3 items limit. Restroom available.

I'm sorry that my last review was misinterpreted. I went there and found exactly what I needed…read more Yelp makes you write 85 words or something. I've been to the SA plenty of times and was never a bad out poor experience. Please, if you are looking for something check out the SA. They might have exactly what you need and the prices are always good. If not see the the manager and they've always assisted me.

This organization is hands down one of THE BEST places around and we are SO fortunate for its…read moreexistence. I have been to this location for low cost vaccines, and spaying for my personal cat which the staff and care was phenomenal. I have also utilized their TNR program for a feral cat who birthed my new kitten which was also quick, efficient and a great experience. I've received guidance from their staff on help with a feral cat colony in my area regarding cats that need medical treatment. Overall, they are honestly the most caring and devoted people I've ever met. They show SO MUCH compassion and love towards animals and those that are trying to help animals. I highly recommend them!

Our usual vet had their doc retire, based on a recommendation from Animal Welfare Society (we got a…read morenew kitten there), we used them for our shots for our new kitten and booter for the older cat, and the new kitten's spay. So two visits, one overnight stay. Located on a very industrial side street near the Mound Road Plant. Large facility, very well organized. Clean. Professional. Bright. From the pet owner side everything went great, and the kitten is healthy and the incision is minimal. Fees are also very reasonable. They discount for including spay. They also support feral colonies, making them more healthy and spaying them in capture and release.