Life For Relief & Development

Vista Maria, founded in 1883, is a nonprofit community-based organization that provides support programs and treatment services to women suffering from emotional trauma, mental disorders, substance abuse and physiological issues. The services offered by the organization include independent and assisted living, recovery programs, family and individual therapies, foster care, nutrition counseling, vocational training, and assistance with job placement. It offers special classes on personality development, communication skills, and educational assessment and planning. It also conducts workshops and seminars on topics, such as self-esteem, conflict resolution, anger management, goal setting and drug use prevention. Vista Maria is located in Dearborn Heights, Mich.