LCCC E-Newsletter
Vol. 59, November 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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We give THANKS for each of you!
Wishing That You and Yours Enjoyed a Blessed and Happy Thanksgiving!
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Christmas Blessing Project |
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REMINDER...ALL ITEMS MUST BE DROPPED OFF BY DECEMBER 1!
We are collecting basic needs items for LCCC's annual Christmas Blessing Project, a community supported project, that provides help, hope & the love of Christ during the Christmas season to low income and home-bound county seniors.
You can still purchase items & drop off at LCCC offices or make a financial donation. You can find more information at www.livingstoncc.org.
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Did You Receive Your Loaves & Fish Appeal Letter and Envelope?
Our Loaves & Fish appeal has kicked off now. If you haven't received your letter yet, it will be coming in the mail soon!
Your donations are greatly needed and provide critical, life enhancing and life-saving services to support our community's most vulnerable. 100% of your donation stays in Livingston County!
Without you, we are not able to serve on the front line combating substance abuse; providing healing through mental health counseling; providing care at Be Our Guest Adult Day for individuals with dementia and other related diseases; assisting low income and home bound seniors with basic needs or rides to medical appointments; aiding children and families in the foster care system; serving adults with disabilities through Special Ministries and so much more!
Please prayerfully consider your donation today to make a difference in the lives of those most in need! Click the link below to make your donation today - Thank You! If you've already made your special donation...Thank You!
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November is both Alzheimer's Awareness & National Family Caregiver Month |
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Family Caregivers...if a loved one has Alzheimer's or other memory related diseases 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.
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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Dear Be Our Guest Staff,
Thank you all so very much for the wonderful care and compassion you showed to our dad and husband during the progress of his dementia. Not only did you provide necessary respect for us, but you also showed great love and interest in Dad every time he came to the “club.“ He always talked about what a great group of people you were when we got in the car to leave. You made him feel loved and safe, and for that we can’t thank you enough!
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Foster Care Tip for the Holidays |
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Remember the importance of confidentiality. You may receive well-intended but prying questions from those you visit with over the holidays. If your foster child is new to your home, it is natural that family members ask questions about their background. As much as possible, have these conversations ahead of time, without the youth present. Understand that questions are generally not meant to be insensitive or rude, but simply come from a place of not knowing much about foster care. Think in advance about how to answer these questions while maintaining the child’s confidentiality. Use the opportunity to educate interested family and friends. Pre-establish the boundaries for information sharing.
Discuss with your foster child how they would like to be introduced and what is appropriate to share about their history with your family and friends. (Remember, they have no obligation to reveal their past). Help them to set boundaries and consider a private “signal” to use if they feel uncomfortable or overwhelmed.
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.
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Meet Paul Jonik: New LCCC Home Services Tech |
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My wife Suzanne and I were “east siders,” meaning we were both born and raised in Macomb County. I took a position in Ann Arbor in 1995, so we moved to Livingston County in 1996.
I have worked in the automotive industry for the last 23 years. It was a very fulfilling career in both finance and operations management. In 2017, my company merged with a private equity firm and I retired from the company in 2021.
Since my retirement, I have been interested in pursuing part time work with senior citizens. I initially considered caregiving but wanted to help seniors maintain their homes. Suzanne mentioned possible work in the diocese, so I would periodically browse openings and in September I saw the advertisement for the Home Services Tech position. “I am looking forward to serving the seniors in my local community.”
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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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Join in the Fun at Special Ministries |
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Want to have some delicious fun with our Special Ministries friends? We would love to have your help with the annual Gingerbread House Build!
December 9, 5:30 – 8:30pm
St. Patrick Catholic Church in Brighton
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Medicare Part D Open Enrollment |
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Open enrollment ends December 7...have you checked your plan?
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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We Would Love for YOU to be a Sponsor! |
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Join us on April 1, 2023 to enjoy friendship, great music, delicious food, plus celebrate our Community Stars!
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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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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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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