STEP in the Kitchen
STEP’s culinary arts program, STEP in the Kitchen, is designed for members who are new to cooking and for those looking to build stronger independent living skills. The classes serve as a pathway to our Foundational Skills cohorts for members seeking community employment, especially those working toward becoming “Restaurant Ready.”
Through interactive, hands-on instruction, members gain experience in essential kitchen and food service practices, including personal hygiene standards, safe food handling and storage, basic knife skills, and nutrition education. Participants also learn the importance of maintaining a healthy, balanced diet while building confidence, independence, and workplace readiness in the kitchen. Our culinary arts classes allow STEP members to pursue their passion for food preparation, advance in the abilities, and achieve their chosen goals.
Classes are held in the training kitchens at our Venoy and Beaufait locations 3-5 days a week.
Progressive Art Studio Collective (PASC)
Progressive Art Studio Collective (PASC) is an art and design studio, and gallery program of Services To Enhance Potential (STEP), located in Detroit, Southgate, Westland, and virtually. PASC is dedicated to supporting adults with developmental disabilities and mental health concerns to advance individual career paths in the art and design fields. Founded in 2021, PASC is the first progressive art studio in Wayne County, Michigan, bringing focus to the artistic talent, expression, and life experiences of disabled adults, making a considerable change in their lives. Using a “progressive art studio” model, PASC participants are provided with opportunities to exhibit and sell their artwork in professional exhibitions and online galleries. Visit www.
Volunteer Sites
STEP is involved in bringing members to a number of volunteer sites for activities meant to better their community as a whole. These places vary from Full Gospel Temple / Lighthouse Mission, Meals on Wheels, Fleece & Thank You, Plymouth Library, Harvest Bible Church, Capuchin Kitchen and more. The tasks performed in each of these places can vary, but it is always with the goal of creating a personal connection between people and the communities that they live and work in.