Success Stories

The For The Seventh Generation program is grateful to the professionals who
have generously donated their services to our program since its informal inception
in 2005. The recipients of these donations have learned that they are valued
members of society, and continue to grow and develop new skills.

These relationships helped us define and set forth a structure which operates in the
most efficient manner possible. As a result of our combined efforts, we know the
FTSG program works and can help change many lives for the better.

We look forward to adding many more stories to this page in the near future, so
please visit us here again soon, and share in the success...

MARY
Mary, a parent who came before a referee for review every 90 days, was getting her life together. Then, during one review, the referee noticed an obvious change. Mary had been beaten, her jaw was broken and wired shut and an infection had resulted from the lack of follow-up care.

Realizing that Mary lacked the resources needed to deal with her medical needs, the referee arranged for the necessary treatment with her own dentist. These serv-ices were provided without charge. This was the genesis of the For The Seventh Generation program.

RONALD
Ronald, a ward of the court for most of his life has lived in chaos, struggling with a poor self-image due to a serious dental problem. With the help of two dentists who have provided services at no charge to correct his problem, Ronald sees himself in a more positive light. He now participates in school activities and sports. His outlook on life has changed.

RIKKI
Rikki, an abandoned child who fell within the jurisdiction of the court, had two rows of upper teeth. The primary teeth, which had not fallen out were extracted and braces were installed to correct the misalignment of the permanent teeth. Again, with the services completed at no charge, Rikki is now a confident young woman attending college who is no longer ashamed of her looks.

For The Seventh Generation is a program of the Detroit Metropolitan Bar Association Foundation in cooperation with
the 3rd Judicial Circuit of Michigan and the Michigan Department of Human Services. The Detroit Metropolitan Bar
Association Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations of cash and goods are tax deductible as provided by law.

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