“As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” 1 Peter 4:10.
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Our New Volunteer platform is here!
We’re excited to introduce a new volunteer management platform to make it easier than ever to get involved with Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan (CCSEM)!
Whether you’re a current, past, or new volunteer, this platform serves as your hub for signing up for volunteer opportunities, tracking your hours, and staying informed about new opportunities as they become available.
We are beginning this soft launch with two cornerstone programs:
Center for the Works of Mercy (Detroit)
and La Casa Amiga (Pontiac).
This is one of the most significant ways you can get involved and support CCSEM—through your time, talents, and heart for service.
👉 Click here to join our volunteer network today!
Be the first to know when new ways to serve are added.
👇 Continue your journey of service—more opportunities await below.👇
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Location: Center for the Works of Mercy - 10301 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI 48202
Time Commitment: Various
Join us at the Catholic Charities Center for the Works of Mercy, where you can make a meaningful impact in the Detroit community! Sign Up, Scroll, and Select ways to volunteer at the Center for the Works of Mercy.
Location: La Casa Amiga Community Programs
76 Williams St. Pontiac 48341
Time Commitment: Various
Join us at the La Casa Amiga Community Programs , where you can make a meaningful impact in the community! Sign Up, Scroll, and Select ways to volunteer at La Casa Amiga Community Programs!.
General Info
Location: St. Clair Shores
Time Commitment: Once or twice per month
Requirements: Proof of Pet Vaccinations is Required
Description
Catholic Charities Adult Day Center is a dementia-specific Adult Day Center serving older adults in the community. Caregivers can drop off their loved ones at our center and feel at ease knowing the person is safe and in a friendly environment.
We are looking for someone with therapy dogs to visit our friends and clients at our St. Clair Shores location once or twice per month! Proof of pet vaccinations is required.
Contact
Nikki Harvey
Email: harveyh@ccsem.org
Phone: 586.412.8494 ext. 4014
General Info
Location: Oakland County
Time Commitment: 20 – 40 hours per week
Requirements: Pass background check, income eligibility, age 55 or older
Description
Provide one-on-one support to children with special or exceptional needs in a school setting to develop the academic and life skills crucial for their development and future success.
Contact
Carol Wall
Email: wallc@ccsem.org
Phone: 248-537-3300 ext. 3919
General Info
Location: Wayne County
Time Commitment: Four or more hours per month requested
Requirements: Age 55 or older
Description
The RSVP program in Wayne County is always looking for a few good volunteers. Share your time and talent, or put your experience to work for the community. Volunteers choose how and where they serve and the amount of time that they would like to give. Volunteer opportunities serve the communities within Wayne County and can include projects for seniors and veterans, cultural functions, and more.
Contact
Celia Murray
Email: rsvpwayne@ccsem.org
General Info
Location: Oakland County
Time Commitment: four or more hours per month requested
Requirements: Age 55 or older
Description
Put your experience to work or learn a new skill by becoming involved in a worthwhile community endeavor! Volunteers choose how and where they serve, and the amount of time they would like to give. This program offers a full range of volunteer opportunities in communities throughout Oakland County to help youth, seniors, veterans, and others at cultural institutions and medical settings.
Contact
Trista Johnson
Email: rsvp@ccsem.org
Phone: 248-537-3300 ext 3941
General Info
Location: Macomb County
Time Commitment: Four or more hours per month requested
Requirements: Age 55 or older
Description
Put your experience to work or learn a new skill by becoming involved in a worthwhile community endeavor! Volunteers choose how and where they serve, and the amount of time they would like to give. This program offers a full range of volunteer opportunities in communities throughout Macomb County to help youth, seniors, veterans, and others at cultural institutions and medical settings.
Contact
Trista Johnson
Email: rsvp@ccsem.org
Phone: 248-537-3300 ext 3941
General Info
Location: Oakland and Macomb counties
Time Commitment: 20 – 40 hours per week
Requirements: Pass background check, income eligibility, age 55 or older
Description
Provide person-to-person support services to other adults in the community with special or exceptional needs to enable them to remain independent. Companionship, assistance with meals, or running errands.
Contact
Carmela LaCommare
Email: lacommarec@ccsem.org
Phone: 248-537-3300 ext. 3937
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