LCCC E-Newsletter
Vol. 51, March 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 - LCCC Community Survey
We are in the process of developing our 2022-2025 Strategic Plan and we want the input of our community partners and supporters. To assist us with our planning we are asking YOU to provide input through a 10 question survey. Please know that your responses will be valuable input into this process. We are requesting completion by April 8, 2022. THANK YOU.
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Reality Tour - An Experiential Program for Your Family |
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Join the reality tour on April 7th or May 5th at 5:00 PM!
This program shares a Day in the Life of a Teen Who Chooses to Use Drugs...an Experiential Experience that Opens Conversations with Parents & Children in a Safe Space!
The FREE tour is recommended for children age 10 and up when accompanied by their parent. Click here for full details.
Interested participants should register for the date and time they would like to attend on Eventbrite. For any questions, please contact SarahM@LivingstoCC.org.
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Good Times at the Basketball Fun-Raiser! |
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The annual Special Ministries Basketball Fun-raiser was a SLAM DUNK! Held on March 12 at Kensington Woods Schools, the Special Ministries basketball teams went up against the Livingston County Sheriff's Department and WON...by 1 point! Everyone enjoyed the half-time show by the Hartland Pom's, DJ - Cam and games. Sheriff Mike Murphy showed up and surprised the players, and Representative Ann Bollin and Senator Lana Theis came to show their support.
Keep checking our Facebook page and the Special Ministries page of the LCCC website for the other great events!
Special thanks to our all of our awesome sponsors!
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Exclusive Program for Family Caregivers! |
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Join us on April 6 for a special program: Paula S. Duren, PhD, Founder and CEO of Universal Dementia, will be presenting Caregiver Challenges from 5:00-6:30 PM via zoom. The discussion will be in a question-and-answer format.
Paula brings unique insights to caring for loved ones suffering from dementia after years of relating to both her elderly parents as they’ve steadily declined in memory and awareness. She has also served as adjunct professor for Wayne State University and Henry Ford Community College.
Contact LeAnn@LivingstonCC.org for the Zoom link or more information.
Funding provided by the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds through Community Foundation for SE Michigan.
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It's Always Fun at Be Our Guest Adult Day |
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Be Our Guest Adult Day Service (BOGADS)
Providing Respite Care for Family Caregivers
Be Our Guest Day Care offers specialized care for your loved one who may suffer from Alzheimer’s, other forms of Dementia or other memory related diseases. BOGADS provides recreational and social activities which helps participants find purpose and meaning to their day.
Caregivers receive a break from 24 hour care, a partner in caring and reassurance that their loved one is safe. We also offer a twice monthly support group.
Be Our Guest Adult Day Service is open Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm. BOGADS is currently taking new clients. Please contact Suzi Snyder at (517)546-9910 for more information.
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 LeAnn@LivingstonCC.org for Zoom info
We need YOUR help to share the professional services and programs available in our community to those in need of help! Follow us on Facebook and share our upcoming events, activities and posts.
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Engagement Groups Change Lives! |
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LCCC Client Quotes:
“Everything has been awesome. The honesty and sincerity of the staff are comforting, I love it! The engagement groups have been very helpful to me. I love the way Jessica leads them, she has just the right way of leading them, making everyone feel comfortable, and she really listens to what we have to say.”
“Right from the start, I never felt like I was being judged. That was important to me because I already felt so ashamed about my drinking and how it hurt me and my family. I felt comfortable talking to people here right away. That made a big difference to me.”
Mondays 5:00-6:30 pm & 6:30-8:00 pm (Zoom)
Wednesdays and Fridays 10:00 am–11:30 pm (Zoom)
Email Jessica@LivingstonCC.org 517-375-1652 for Zoom info
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On March 12th art from our very own Livingston County youth was exhibited at the Hive Youth and Teen Center. This year‘s Art Voice exhibit focused on the issue of mental health from a youth perspective. Youth Art Voice encourages youth to explore and communicate what mental health means from their unique viewpoints and experiences. Art, in various forms, including photos, sculptures, drawings, paintings, poems, and music, is being used by youth as a way of expressing themselves around this important topic.
“We hope the community gains a better understanding of what our youth are experiencing, especially when we have seen increased substance use, isolation, and other mental health needs related to the pandemic” said Karen Bergbower, a local prevention specialist and therapist.
Youth Art Voice is sponsored by The Livingston COMMUNITY PREVENTION Project (LCPP), the Livingston County Community Alliance (LCCA), and the Livingston Youth-Led Advisory Board.
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Home Heating Tax Credit & Homestead Property Tax Credit Assistance for Seniors |
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You may be eligible for a TAX CREDIT REFUND!
Home Heating Tax Credit - Homestead Property Tax credit
We only do Tax Credits not Federal or Michigan 1040
What do I need to see if I qualify?
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Proofs of all your income: (such as social security on 1099 form, Pension’s, Annuities, or 401k for the year 2021)
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Proof of interest: Bank statements for year, showing all interest earned for the year 2021.
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Proof of Rent for the year 2021: Canceled checks from 2021, or statement from Housing Manager.
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Proof of Insurance Premiums paid. This does not include Medicare, only your supplemental coverage, such as Blue Cross, AARP, etc….
Proof of Heat costs for 2021: This will be available through: Consumers Energy or Detroit Edison. It may be on the bottom of your last billing statement for December 2021 or January 2022. If you have any questions please call Beth at Livingston County Catholic Charities at 517-545-5944 ext. 122.
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THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS! |
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LCCC is excited to be hosting our annual Salute to the Stars event on March 26 after a 2-year hiatus! This event is a 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.
THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING SPONSORS!
Star Sponsor: Weingartz, Gerry & Beth Munsell
Entertainment Sponsor: Elizabeth & Bruce Hundley
Media Sponsor: Chestnut Development
Platinum Sponsors: MATEM, LLC; Garrison Enterprises; St. Joseph Mercy Health System
Gold Sponsors: AgentRX; Brednernitz, Wagner & Co. PC; Laser Etching Etcetera; Micro Works Computing, Inc.; Anne Pavlic & Mark Robinson
Silver Sponsors: CNJ Storage of Perry; Don Root; K of C #13450; Patrick Financial Group; Pinckney Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram; EctoHR Inc.
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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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Looking to Make a Difference? |
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We have plenty of options for your to volunteer with LCCC! 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 Leann at 517-546-9910
Contact SarahM@LivingstonCC.org
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April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
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Simple Ways for YOU to Provide Critical Services for Generations to Come!
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YOU can make a difference and ensure LCCC’s mission and services for generations to come by naming Livingston County Catholic Charities in your Will, Trust or other Planned Giving options while still benefiting you and your loved ones! All donations stay right here in Livingston County! |
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A New Initiative In Livingston County Support Moms in Need |
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Walking with Moms in Need
The Walking with Moms in Need initiative is driven by the nation-wide United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. St. Patrick Catholic Parish, Brighton has taken up the initiative, working in partnership with the Livingston Vicariate and Livingston County Catholic Charities, to help equip the county churches and their parishioners in raising awareness about resources that provide assistance to pregnant and parenting moms in need.
The St. Patrick Walking with Moms in Need initiative seeks to make each parish in the county a place where moms and their babies are welcomed and supported and where the dignity of every human life is upheld and valued.
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Come join a fun group and make a difference in the lives of others!
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Thank you for shopping with AmazonSmile!
Your donations change lives and save lives!
AmazonSmile customers can now 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.
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On-going Groups & Meetings at LCCC
1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month, 5:00-6:00 pm
Email LeAnn@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 Amy@LivingstonCC.org for Zoom info
Mondays 5:00-6:30 pm & 6:30-8:00 pm (Zoom)
Wednesdays and 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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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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