LCCC E-Newsletter
Vol. 65, May 2023
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A Letter from Mark Robinson
Twenty-two years and 3 months. It has been a wonderful journey for me here at Livingston County Catholic Charities. We have added programs and services in response to community need and we have assembled a highly competent professional team of coworkers. Throughout all of this time, I have been blessed with a dedicated Board of Directors, each very committed to our mission to serve those least well served.
Thank you to all of our financial supporters, community partners, prayer companions and other friends. This broad support has been a critical part of our organizational success over these years. I am truly grateful for that trust that you placed in me to steward these resources.
Please welcome and support Adam Perry, the new Executive Director, as you have welcomed and supported me. His experience, both with Parish Ministry and with Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan, will assist him as he transitions into this role. Adam will have the support of a great Administrative Team and Board of Directors as he leads the agency’s mission of service into the coming years.
I will keep this agency, the people served, the Coworkers, Board Members and Volunteers in my prayers.
Yours in Service,
Mark T. Robinson
Mark is pictured with the LCCC Administrative team. Clockwise from top left: Suzi Snyder, Director of Senior Services; John Furey, Clinical Director; Adam Perry, new Executive Director; Michelle Riddle, Office Manager; Ryan Skomial, Development/Marketing Director; Amy Buell, Foster Care Manager; Mark Robinson; and Sarah McGeorge, Substance Abuse Prevention Programs Director.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month |
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DID YOU KNOW?
LCCC's Mental Health & Substance Abuse Counseling provided services to 296 people through substance abuse counseling cases; 486 people (340 adults and 146 children/adolescents) through mental health counseling last year.
HAVE HOPE + GET HELP!
Call 517-545-5944
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With the help of Be Our Guest Adult Day, caregivers receive a break from 24-hour care, a partner in caregiving, reassurance that their loved one is in a safe and nurturing environment, access to a caregiver support group and much more.
We are hiring for part-time staff at Be Our Guest! LCCC is extremely family friendly and flexible, not to mention every single day is rewarding. If you aren’t looking, please share this job description to help spread the word.
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Special Ministries provides quality programming for adults 18+ years of age living with cognitive and physical disabilities. We focus on offering growth in personal relationships, continual learning, recreation, and spiritual development for persons with disABILITIES. Enrichment and recreation include exciting events such as bowling leagues, craft nights, dance classes, laser tag, game nights, haircuts, and movie premieres. Continual learning activities include classes such as cooking, empowerment, healthy living classes and money management, and more. Spiritual activities are a non-denominational, Christian programming. Contact us for volunteer opportunities.
"Very grateful to have such a wonderful group of people serving the special needs community in our area. My son loves the activities and they help him feel motivated and excited about life. For us as parents, we get an opportunity to get a break.”
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May is National Foster Care Month |
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In Michigan, there are approximately 10,000 children in foster care and nearly 200 children who still need an adoptive family. We need your help to provide a safe, nurturing home for these children until they can be returned to their families.
Livingston County Catholic Charities seeks loving stable Livingston County residents to become Foster Parents and temporarily open their lives and home to a child in need.
We would love to hear from you at 517-545-5944 or Fostering@LivingstonCC.org.s
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Are you compassionate, innovative, highly motivated, and looking to make a difference in the life of someone who is hurting or in need of help? Interested in work that gives you a sense of purpose and fulfills your mission to serve the greater good?
Then we need YOU! Join our team of dedicated and compassionate individuals who work in Livingston County to provide professional services and programs to our county's most vulnerable.
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Upcoming Community Events! |
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Share Your Gifts with Others...Volunteer! |
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We have plenty of options for you to volunteer! Hands-on or behind the scenes, we have opportunities that will fit all ages and abilities.
A small amount of your time can make a world of difference!
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To learn more about LCCC's variety of volunteer opportunities please check out our volunteer inquiry form linked below. Once you indicate which opportunities may interest you a program manager from LCCC will be in contact! |
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How YOU can Provide Critical Services for Generations to Come!
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What do you wish your legacy to be? Do you wish to honor a loved one for generations to come? Without dipping into your current income, you can list Livingston County Catholic Charities as a beneficiary in addition to your family.
Discuss these options and others with your financial advisor or lawyer. Visit our website for more information or call Ryan Skomial, Director of Development/Marketing, at 517-545-5944.
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On-going Groups & Meetings at LCCC
1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month, 5:00-6:00 pm
Email Monica@LivingstonCC.org for Zoom info
3rd Tuesday of each month, 3:00-4:00 pm (in-person)
Email Beth@LivingstonCC.org
3rd Monday of each month, 5:00-7:00 pm
Email Fostering@LivingstonCC.org for Zoom info
Mondays 5:00-6:30 pm & 6:30-8:00 pm (in-person)
Wednesdays 10:00 am–11:30 pm (in-person)
Fridays 10:00 am–11:30 pm (Zoom)
Email Jessica@LivingstonCC.org 517-375-1652 for Zoom info
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Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the Foster Care Parenting Tip of the Week or the Caregiver Tip of the Week along with other great information & activities.
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Livingston County Catholic Charities
2020 E. Grand River #104, Howell, MI 48843
Office Phone 517-545-5944, Be Our Guest Adult Day Phone 517-546-9910
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