Meet Indra

Indra is the Pathways to Growth Case Manager at Detroit Friendship House. She works closely with participants to identify barriers, set realistic goals, and connect families to resources that support stability, health, and growth.

Indra provides:

  • One-on-one coaching and accountability

  • Support navigating systems (benefits, healthcare, employment, education)

  • Help with applications, referrals, and follow-ups

  • Ongoing encouragement and problem-solving

This is hands-on, relationship-based support—not just referrals.

Pathways to Growth

Personalized Support. Real Commitment. Lasting Change.

Pathways to Growth is Detroit Friendship House’s case management and coaching program designed to help individuals and families move toward long-term stability and self-sufficiency.

Participants work one-on-one with our Case Manager, Indra, to build a clear, personalized plan and take consistent steps toward their goals.

The food, clothing, and Christmas gifts provided by Detroit Friendship House have made a real difference for our students experiencing homelessness. Their ongoing support—especially job counseling for our unaccompanied youth—has been truly impactful. We’re so grateful for this continued partnership.

— Hamtramck Public Schools, McKinney-Vento Program

What the Program Offers

Through Pathways to Growth, participants:

  • Create a personalized action plan

  • Identify and prioritize immediate and long-term goals

  • Build skills for self-sufficiency and stability

  • Access trusted resources and community partners

  • Receive consistent follow-up and accountability

Our approach is simple: small steps, consistent support, real progress.

We believe every person has the potential to create positive change in their lives with the right support and guidance .

Program Commitment (READ BEFORE ENROLLING)

Pathways to Growth is an ongoing program, not a one-time service.

To participate, you must be willing to:

  • Meet with Indra at least twice per month (bi-weekly)

  • Stay engaged in your action plan between meetings

  • Communicate if you need to reschedule

  • Be open and honest about your needs and progress

This program works best for participants who are ready to commit to change over time.

Participants who miss multiple appointments without communication may be asked to pause participation and re-enroll when ready.

Who This Program Is For

This program is a good fit if you:

  • Want ongoing support, not just referrals

  • Are ready to work toward goals like employment, education, housing, or stability

  • Can commit to regular meetings


If you are interesting in learning more about the program or to get enrolled contact us today. coach@detroitfriendshiphouse.org

Click here to find out about this evidence based program and how it has helped many families build self sufficiency

This project is being supported, in whole or in part, by federal award number SLFRF0127 awarded to The State of Michigan by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.