LCCC E-Newsletter
Vol. 61, January 2023
Little children, let us not love in word or talk but in deed and in truth. 1 John 3:18
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We Would Love for YOU to be a Sponsor!
This is our only event fundraiser to support our professional, critical services and programs that serve the entire county with a focus on our county's most vulnerable men, women and children.
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The Start of a New Chapter at LCCC! |
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We are very pleased to announce that the next Executive Director for Livingston County Catholic Charities (LCCC) has been hired, and Bishop Earl Boyea, Diocese of Lansing, has approved the appointment.
Adam Perry, MSW, LMSW, will begin on February 27, 2023. Adam earned a BA from the University of Michigan, with Majors in Psychology, Ancient Civilizations, and Biblical Studies. His Minor was in Community Action and Social Change. Adam’s MSW is also from the University of Michigan with a Major concentration in Community Action and Social Change and a Minor in Interpersonal Practice. Adam has been employed at Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan (CCSEM) since November 2019 and is currently the Director of the Center for the Works of Mercy in Detroit. Prior to this position, Adam worked in fund development at CCSEM and was the Director of Christian Service at the Church of the Holy Family in Novi. Among Adam’s other experiences are program development, community collaboration, and the recruitment and supervision of volunteers.
The last day of employment for Mark Robinson, the current Executive Director, is April 28, 2023, which will provide 9 weeks for Adam and Mark to work together and to provide for a smooth transition. We have a solid group of Program Directors in place, which will also significantly contribute to a smooth transition.
We are very grateful to EctoHR, a local Human Resource organization for their guidance and support. We had a diverse Search Committee, which included current and former Board Members, along with two program supervisors. The Search Committee put many hours into planning the search process, reviewing applicants, and interviewing.
We are confident that everyone will provide Adam with a warm welcome as he begins his journey with Livingston County Catholic Charities and with the broader community of Livingston County.
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Mary Burns-Coral
President
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Mark T. Robinson
Executive Director
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Loaves & Fish Appeal Update |
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You can provide our most vulnerable men, women & children the gift of fulfilling their most basic needs throughout the year!
To date we are at 93% of our annual appeal goal of $150,000 that supports all programs.
Your donations MAKE A DIFFERENCE in our community. Help us continue to provide professional life-saving and life-enhancing programs and services that fulfill the needs in Livingston County.
While LCCC has a special mission to provide services to the under-served, we are here for ALL Livingston County residents. And, through your kindness today, we can continue to offer these life-saving and transformational professional services. 100% of your donation stays right here in Livingston County
If you have already made your gift, Thank You!
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"If it wasn’t for the Be Our Guest staff, I wouldn’t of been able to keep my mom at home. They kept her safe physically and they always did it with love, compassion, stimulation and a smile on their face."
“Beth was an amazing resource, teaching me about all the possible Medicare options and understanding them. I couldn’t have made a well-informed decision without her”
"Catholic Charities saved my life; it can save your life too."
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Christmas Blessings Project: By the Numbers! |
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LCCC has been exceptionally blessed over the past few months to be the recipient of several generous grants. Without these incredible funders, our work would not be possible. We would like to take a moment to recognize and thank them for their support.
- The Pulte Foundation granted Be Our Guest Adult Day Service $24,670.
- The Raskob Foundation granted Be Our Guest Adult Day Service $30,000.
- The Walmart Foundation granted our Prevention of Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Program $500.
- Livingston County Sunrise Rotary granted the 2022 Christmas Blessings Project $2,000.
- The Catholic Foundation of Michigan granted the 2022 Christmas Blessings Project $4,000.
- The DTE Foundation granted our Senior Community Liaison Program $7,500.
- The Michigan Health Endowment Fund granted LCCC $139,916.00 over a two-year period to fund a new Senior Rural Outreach Specialist position.
- The Towsley Foundation granted our Special Ministries Program $15,000.
Once again we thank these funders for their generous gifts to our many programs. We hope through this funding to continue to grow our impact and fill any gap in need in the community.
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Reality Tour - Experience for Parents & Youth |
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Reality Tour is a community-based drug prevention system designed as a single event to engage parents with their children. It is also a vehicle that networks community resources to enhance prevention on multi-levels, drilling down into the community. Held on evenings so parents WILL attend, this system puts parent and child on the same page and meets the expressed needs of parents. A needs assessment of parents in 2002 revealed a desire for prevention programs to include the possible, ultimate consequences of experimentation. Reality Tour addresses the consequences without using ‘scare tactics’ as documented by our University of Pittsburgh researcher. Sign up today to learn how to have conversations with your youth about substance use.
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A Special Celebration for Special Ministries |
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At Special Ministries we love a good party and our Christmas party did not disappoint! We always enjoy the fellowship and fun at our events! At Livingston Catholic Charities, our Special Ministries services provide quality programming for individuals living with cognitive and physical disabilities. We focus on offering growth for persons 18+ years with disABILITIES in personal relationships, continual learning, recreation and spiritual development.
Keep checking our Facebook page and the Special Ministries page of the LCCC website for the latest events!
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Be Our Guest: Here for YOUR Loved One |
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While we often have a waitlist, we currently have openings! Be Our Guest Adult Day Service (BOGADS) is a valuable resource for individuals and families dealing with dementia and forms of dementia such as Alzheimer’s as well as other chronic health concerns (Parkinson’s, Lewy Body Disease, etc.). BOGADS provides a person centered day that consists of therapeutic recreation, social activities, and helps participants find purpose and meaning in their day.
“I can’t tell you how much it has meant to us to have such a welcoming environment for Mom to spend time at. True dedication, compassion and LOVE are felt as soon as you walk through the door.”
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Home Heating Tax Credit & Homestead Property Tax Credit Assistance |
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You may be eligible for a TAX CREDIT REFUND!
Schedule an appointment at one of these senior centers:
Fowlerville Senior Center, 517/223-3929
- February 22, 2023 9:00 – Noon
- March 24, 2023 9:00 - Noon
Putnam Senior Center, 734/878-1810
- March 2, 2023 Noon – 2:00
- March 23, 2023 Noon – 2:00
Or you can call Beth Newman @ 517/545-5944 ext 122 to make an appointment at Livingston County Catholic Charities.
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Interested in Learning More about Foster Parenting? |
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Do you have room in your HEART for one more child?
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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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.
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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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Looking for ways to maximize your tax savings and charitable giving?
Consider using your IRA.
If you are 70 1/2 yrs of age or older, you can make cash gifts from your IRA to your favorite charity or charities without having to include the IRA distribution in your taxable income. Qualified charitable distributions, also called IRA charitable rollover, allows you to direct part or all of your distribution directly to a charitable organization in an amount up to $100,000 per person per year. The amount of your charitable distribution to a charitable organization is excluded from your gross income and is not subject to taxes. Please discuss this option with your tax or financial adviser prior to making the distribution.
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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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