LCCC E-Newsletter
Vol. 57, September 2022

Little children, let us not love in word or talk but in deed and in truth. 1 John 3:18
Enriching Lives Every Day!
Your donations and support provide fun group activities in Livingston County for adults with disabilities. Recently, our Special Ministries friends enjoyed a great afternoon at the pool! Check our Facebook page for more fun photos of this event and others.

Special Ministries of Livingston County provides social, educational, recreational and religious activities and fun for adults with disabilities. Join us for one or more of the exciting activities and programs our team has scheduled each month.

Visit Special Ministries page of the LCCC website for dates and times of other great events!
Medicare Part D Open Enrollment
Call Beth at 517-545-5944 to schedule your appointment now.
** IMPORTANT **
Medicare will NEVER call trying to sell you an insurance plan and will NEVER call asking for your Medicare number.
NEW Job Posting at LCCC!
SENIOR SERVICES HOME SERVICE TECH

We are looking for a reliable, skilled maintenance worker to perform essential household maintenance tasks for Livingston County seniors 24 hours weekly. In this position, you will be responsible for a wide variety of activities to increase the safety of seniors living in their own homes. Services include, but not limited to, installing safety equipment (grab bars, hand rails), and household maintenance task (weather stripping, caulking, door/lock repairs). This position will also work closely with a contracted entity to ensure task completion. Experience with senior population preferred. $20.00 per hour. Competitive benefit package. 

Driven by Faith, HERE FOR ALL!
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!
517-545-5944 or
fostering@LivingstonCC.org.
LCCC's Child Welfare department recently accepted care of their 150th child in August of this year! Thank you for service to the community and your loving dedication to the children and families of Livingston County!
LCCC Leads Veterans and Senior Suicide Prevention Seminar

Roughly 22 Veterans commit suicide every day and nearly 1/4 of all suicides in the
U.S are people age 65+.

The Social Work Program from Veterans Affairs in Ann Arbor, Veteran Services in Livingston County, together with Livingston County Catholic Charities Prevention of Elder Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation recently collaborated to bring awareness and education regarding suicide awareness and prevention among Veterans and Seniors.  

This incredible day-long seminar provided information and awareness on the continual increase in suicides in people 60 and above and the alarming number of Veteran suicides. Presenters informed attendees on alarming statistics, red flags to look out for, and resources for both demographics. This collaborative event was incredibly meaningful and will positively impact seniors and Veterans Countywide. Thank you to the following presenters for partnering with Livingston County Catholic Charities to continue spreading information and education about these important topics.

Matthew Raad LMSW – US Dept of Veteran’s Affairs
Christina Murray LISW-S – US Dept of Veteran’s Affairs
Karyn Gendreau MS, LMSW – US Dept of Veteran’s Affairs
April Townsend- Livingston County Veteran Services
Bring Joy to a Homebound Senior
Are you looking for a lunch date?  
Do you enjoy playing cards or discussing current events?  

Livingston County Catholic Charities (LCCC) is looking for volunteers who like working with older adults. Opportunities include, but are not limited to: 
  • Friendly home visits  
  • Transportation to appointments 
  • Errands  
  • And more

An hour or two a week or month can make the world of difference!

If you know of anyone that would benefit from these services or if you would like to become a volunteer, please contact LeAnn at (517) 545-5944 ext. 121 or LeAnn@livingstoncc.org.  
Sponsors Needed!
LCCC is excited to be once again hosting our Annual Salute to the Stars at the beautiful Crystal Gardens! 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.

Click here to learn more about how to SPONSOR! Or you can call Ryan or Gudrun at 517-545--5944.
Fun and Games at Be Our Guest
Many rounds on the giant Connect 4 game can make you feel like dancing! We love it when our guests have fun and let loose!

Be Our Guest Adult Day offers a safe, fun, social and stimulating day in a club-like setting for persons with dementia and related memory diseases such as Lewy Bodies, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Chemo Brain and more. Be Our Guest Adult Day has openings! Call today to schedule your tour - 517.546.9910. Visit our website to learn more.

If you are a family caregiver of someone with dementia, or know someone who is, we are here to help! LCCC offers FREE Caregiver Support Meetings and activities.

1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month, 5:00-6:00 pm
Email LeAnn@LivingstonCC.org for more information.
Learn the Community Impact of Marijuana
Elder Abuse Recovery Support Group
Every 3rd Tuesday from 3:00- 4:00 PM at:
Livingston County Catholic Charities
2020 E. Grand River Ave., Suite 104, Howell 

In the Elder Abuse Recovery Support Group, participants are safe from judgement and embarrassment. They are encouraged to share their experience and learn from others. LCCC’s experienced Prevention of Elder Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation (PEANE) team will also assist participants to find resources within our community. Masks are required and we will be practicing social distancing while together. For more information contact Beth at 517-545-5944 or beth@livingstoncatholiccharities.org.
Enrich Your Life...Volunteers Needed!
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
Simple Ways for YOU to Provide Critical Services for Generations to Come!
Did you know that you can name Livingston County Catholic Charities 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.

Tax ID: 38-2570420
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!
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
Click Here to Donate Locally & Give the Gift of Hope!
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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