ADRIAN — The Align Center for Workforce Development, a new facility on Adrian’s east side that aims to equip residents with the skills for high-paying careers, is expected to open in May.

The Align Center is at 440 E. Church St., in the building formerly occupied by Restore World Church, and before that St. John’s Lutheran School. 

The renovations to the space include training rooms, event spaces, offices for partner facilities, and even a day care facility to support adult students who might not otherwise be able to attend classes due to childcare needs.

To further its mission of providing residents with valuable skills, the Align Center aims to create a welcoming, accessible environment. 

The Align Center also recently announced two strategic partnerships designed to enhance its usefulness to Lenawee County residents.

The Lenawee County Veterans Coalition will have office space in the building, giving veterans more ways to connect with community resources.

“With the support from the Align Center, we can facilitate the needs of those that have served while creating a welcoming atmosphere for the families of those who have protected our nation as well,” said Austin See, founder of the coalition.

Another partnership is with the Boys & Girls Club of Lenawee, which is located just a block away from the center. This collaboration will allow participants in Align Center classes to have safe social and recreational opportunities for their children available while they are in class. The usual club membership fee of $3 per year will be waived for the children of Align Center students.

“We are looking forward to welcoming the Align Center to our neighborhood. It’s a great opportunity for us to collaborate and offer a safe supportive space for youth whose guardians are participating in Align courses,” said Sara Herriman, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club.

For more information about the Align Center, call H. Ron Griffith at 517-270-4580 or go to alignlenawee.org.