LCCC E-Newsletter
Vol. 58, October 2022
Little children, let us not love in word or talk but in deed and in truth. 1 John 3:18
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2022 LOAVES & FISH APPEAL
Jesus then took the loaves, gave thanks, and distributed to those who were seated as much as they wanted. He did the same with the fish.– John 6:11
Livingston County Catholic Charities (LCCC) will be kicking off our annual fundraiser – Loaves & Fish Appeal – on November 12 & 13, 2022. Your donation this year is critical to providing vital and professional services here in our community!
LCCC is experiencing a consistent increase in the need for services and is still facing an unexpected loss of revenue due to COVID-19 that we rely on to provide these services. We’d like to share with you how your generosity helps provide valuable programs and services.
A Donation of:
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$47.87 covers the cost of 1 hour of Volunteer Caregiver Services – average “donation” received per client is $0.92 per hr. *
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$51.38 covers the cost of 1 hour with our Community Liaison program (formerly Resource Advocacy - connecting seniors to vital resources & services) – average “donation” received per client is $0.75 per hr.*
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$62.31 covers the cost of 1 session for Substance Abuse Therapy – average client payment is $39.55/session.
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$83.39 covers the cost of 1 session of Mental Health Counseling – average client payment is $46.04/session.
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$26.99 covers the cost of one hour at Be Our Guest Adult Day – average client cost share is $8.64/hour.
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$21.68 covers the cost of one hour of Special Ministries (serving adults with disabilities) – average participant payment is $5.86/hour.
*Volunteer Caregiver and Community Liaison Programs do not charge fees for their services but do ask for a donation if the recipient is able to.
Look for your invitation in the mail in early November or click the button below to help provide critical services in our community.
All money stays local and helps to provide affordable, professional services to ALL. Your support is urgently needed today!
May the Lord Bless all of you!
The Board, Staff and Clients of Livingston County Catholic Charities
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Hot off the presses...
Read about how together we have brought help and hope to over 3,000 individuals and families.
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LCCC Needs YOUR Help this Christmas Season! |
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Hello Friends and Supporters,
Liv. Co Catholic Charities has been hosting our annual Christmas Blessing Project for over 27 years. This project is supported by the greater community through donations and drives. As the pandemic lingers and inflation rises, we are hoping you can help us reach our goals of serving over 200 county seniors this Christmas Season.
Through the community’s generosity, every senior served by the project receives a food box with non-perishable items, paper products, hygiene products, cleaning items, and a Christmas gift. Our wonderful volunteers also provide seniors with much-needed company and Christmas cheer during a very lonely time of the year for many.
With lasting effects from the pandemic as well as growing inflation securing donations and managing projects, costs have become increasingly difficult for LCCC. In order for us to meet the growing needs of the senior community in our county, we need YOUR help!
There are many ways YOU can contribute to the Christmas Blessings Project. We are asking that our supporters and community members support Christmas Blessings by sponsoring, volunteering, donating, or hosting a food/goods drive.
If you would like to sponsor, donate, or volunteer for this blessed event please contact Beth Newman or Suzi Snyder. You can reach them at 517-545-5944 to beth@ livingstoncc.org and suzi@livingstoncc.org.
If your business is interested in sponsoring this incredible project please click the link below to view our sponsorship levels and benefits.
Donations can be made through the link below!
Thank you and God Bless,
Ryan Skomial
Director of Development and Marketing
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November is National Family Caregivers Month and Alzheimer's Awareness Month |
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Family Caregivers...if a loved one has Alzheimer's or a related memory disease such as Lewy Bodies, Parkinson's or Chemo Brain, we are here to help. Be Our Guest Adult Day offers a safe and stimulating day in a club-like setting.
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If you are the caregiver of someone with dementia, or know someone who is, we are here to help! LCCC offers FREE Caregiver Support Meetings.
1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month, 5:00-6:00 pm
Email Monica@LivingstonCC.org for Zoom info
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Special Ministries Enjoys a Long Standing Tradition! |
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Our Special Ministries team had an action-filled weekend to kick off the month of October! Thanks to a wonderful tradition and local family, our Special Ministries Program, the ARC, and members from the Center for Independent Living were invited to enjoy an afternoon of fishing and fellowship! The Gronow Family has been hosting Special Ministries and several other programs for a number of years, creating a long-standing tradition. It is one of our program participants' most beloved activities each year. The day was quite chilly but made for the perfect fall afternoon. Many fish were caught, the smaller ones returned to the pond, and the larger fried and served with hot dogs, snacks, and good company. It was a memorable afternoon for all involved.
Fishing participants also spent the following day enjoying some cider, donuts, and apples at Spicers Orchard!
Special Ministries has an action-packed holiday season and is always looking for volunteers to join in on the fun. If you or your team are interested in volunteering at an upcoming activity please check out the Special Ministries calendar linked below!
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Welcome Morgan Cudahy, Madalyn Parker and Janet Lobur to the LCCC Prevention Team! Morgan has actually been with us for a few months, but we like her enough to introduce her again! She is working on our Federal funded Drug Free Communities grant. She will be working with youth on our countywide Youth-Led Advisory Board (Y-LAB) to create programs and activities for their peers. Morgan will also be doing community outreach and helping our community understand youth substance use.
Madalyn is working on our state-funded Youth-Led Prevention grant. She will be working with middle and high school youth in several districts in collaboration with Y-LAB to hold activities, programs and other events. Some activities that Morgan and Madalyn will be working on are Youth Rally, Youth-led Summit, and Art Voice.
Janet is working on our state-funded Curriculum Based Support Groups (CBSG) grant. She currently runs groups in four elementary schools with youth to help build knowledge and skills like respect others, set and achieve goals, make healthy choices, and refuse alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.
We are very excited to have them join Sarah McGeorge and Hayley Lepczynski on the prevention team as well as the LCCC staff! Learn more about the work of LCCC's Prevention team HERE.ngston.com/
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Announcing New Senior Services Programs |
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In a recent study conducted by AARP, 77% of people aged 50 years and older want to remain in their homes as long as possible. That is a statistic that has not changed over the past two decades. To help seniors in Livingston County remain in their homes, Livingston County Catholic Charities together with Habitat for Humanity has developed two new programs to help seniors achieve that goal.
Effective October 1, 2022, the Home Injury Control Program and the Chore Program were launched. LCCC and Habit for Humanity together can provide items such as grab bars, enhanced lighting, change light bulbs, caulk windows and doors, attach weather stripping, add hand rails, repair existing hand rails, and a myriad of other items for seniors aged 60+ years. Funding has been provided by the Area Agency on Aging 1-B and through the Livingston County Board of Commissioners.
For more information, please contact LCCC Senior Services at 517-545-5944.
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Medicare Part D Open Enrollment |
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October 15 - December 7, 2022
It's important that you review the various plans to understand the changes and find the plan that best fits your needs.
LCCC Senior Community Liaisons are now taking appointments both at the office and local senior centers. Call Beth at 517-545-5944 to schedule your appointment now.
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November is National Adoption Month |
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This month the broader community acknowledges the efforts of those whose lives have been impacted by adoption and those who facilitate the process. The purpose is to help spread awareness and encourage all of us to learn about adoption. National Adoption Month celebrates the families who have grown through adoption. It also recognizes the journey of the many children who are still waiting for their destined families. It further highlights the thousands of children worldwide in need of adoption, and how you can make a difference even if you cannot adopt.
Approximately 150,000 children are adopted in the U.S. each year, with about a third coming through the foster care system.
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Foster Parents Needed!
Do you love children? Are you interested in providing temporary care for a Livingston County child in need? Have you considered becoming a Foster Parent?
Livingston County Catholic Charities seeks loving stable Livingston County residents to become Foster Parents and 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.
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Want a Job that Provides Meaning & Purpose in YOUR Life?
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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.
Driven by Faith, HERE FOR ALL!
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Enrich Your Life...Volunteers Needed! |
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We have plenty of options for you to volunteer! A small amount of your time can make a world of difference!
Contact Brook@LivingstonCC.org
Contact Beth@LivingstonCC.org
Contact LeAnn@LivingstonCC.org
Contact Suzi or Monica at 517-546-9910
Contact SarahM@LivingstonCC.org
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Simple Ways for YOU to Provide Critical Services for Generations to Come!
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Did you know that you can name Livingston County Catholic Charities (Tax ID: 38-2570420) as a Beneficiary of your:
- Life insurance policy
- IRA, 401(k), 403(b) or other retirement account
- Wills and Trusts
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 to share your wishes.
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Your donations change lives and save lives!
AmazonSmile customers can support Livingston County Catholic Charities in the Amazon shopping app on iOS and Android mobile phones!
Simply start your shopping at smile.amazon.com/ch/38-2570420 to confirm "Livingston County Catholic Charities" as your charity of choice, and AmazonSmile will donate a portion of your eligible purchase price to our organization in support of programs that save and change lives.
Thank you for shopping with AmazonSmile!
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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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Click Here to Donate Locally & Give the Gift of Hope! |
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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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