Our Volunteers CHange Lives

We appreciate the passion, time, and talent that our volunteers give to us and would love to have you on our team. With a variety of opportunities and flexible schedules, we are sure you will find your place at Angels’ Place.

For all indoor events and/or engagements with residents 1:1, volunteers must provide proof of a Covid-19 vaccination card in order to keep those we serve safe. For more information about our health and safety protocols, please click here.

Walking Buddies

We are excited to announce the newly formed Angels' Place Walking Club! We have identified 4 different parks with different days of the week and times of day to meet everyone's schedules! We hope that you can join us as a walking buddy, along with our residents, to make new friendships this summer. More information can be found HERE.

30th Annual Golf, Tennis & Pickleball event

Volunteer opportunities are available for our 30th Annual Golf, Tennis, and Pickleball Event. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator for more details, or visit our sign up link HERE to review available opportunities.

Miracle League

Our Miracle League meets once a week for eight weeks on Monday nights at 5:15 pm for Game 1 and 6:15 pm for Game 2. We are looking for volunteers to help put helmets and equipment on the residents, cheering them on when they run the bases, and help provide guidance when they play the game.

Angels' Place Fall Fest

This year's Fall Fest is on September 24th, 2022 at the Royal Oak Farmer's Market. Volunteer slots are open for set up, sanitary helpers, petting farm, corn hole games, parking lot attendant, registration, tear down, and photographer. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator for further details.

Door and Window Decorating

With a few holidays around the corner, help our friends at Angels' Place celebrate by decorating their front door and windows. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator or complete the Volunteer Application for more details.

Pen Pal Program

Are you looking for a new friend to stay in touch with? We are looking for friends in our community to join our pen pal program. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator for further details.

Virtual Cooking Experience

Join us for virtual cooking experiences at our Angels' Place homes every first Thursday of the month. You can drop off ingredients needed for the meal and instructions on how to make the meal. You can later join us for a virtual video call to instruct the staff and residents how to make the meal.

Youth Council

Please join our Angels' Place Youth Council for high school aged students! We have students from 5+ schools within the surrounding counties come together to volunteer at Angels' Place. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator for more details. Check us out on Instagram at "APYouthCouncil" to learn more about current opportunities and what projects they have done.

Interested in Volunteering at Angels' Place

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Volunteer Programs

Volunteers are integral to operations at Angels’ Place & provide a network of resources to Angels’ Place residents!

We embrace the diversity of volunteers that share time with us. We believe that each has unique gifts to share and we carefully match volunteers to the needs at Angels’ Place. Relatively large projects can often be broken down in order to engage an adult with technical skills & experience, as well as to focus the energy of an especially young group.

We respect the commitment & value the time that volunteers share.

Volunteers in action are frequently highlighted in photos & articles, in newsletters & social media.
Volunteers are nominated for outside awards from state of Michigan & other agencies.
Volunteers are supported with letters of recommendation when applying to college, Peace Corp, employment, etc.

How much time can you invest?

Some Volunteers may create a regular schedule (i.e. weekly, bi-weekly or monthly visits).
Some Volunteers may work on an as needed basis to complete projects.
Volunteers may use their time to fulfill service hour requirements for your school or other organization.

What do you need to know?

Policy – Angels’ Place is committed to equal opportunity and abides by all relevant laws and regulations.
Age Requirements – There are many volunteer activities for all ages.
State Law and Local Regulations – To work in proximity of our residents you must provide proof of a negative TB test that is no more than five years old.
Application – Each applicant will be contacted by the Volunteer Coordinator to determine interests and opportunities.

Health and Safety Guidelines for Volunteering

Angels' Place is limited on the number of volunteers that can be considered at any given time. Smaller groups of 2-4 volunteers indoor and 10-15 for outdoor.
Face masks must be worn over the nose and mouth during all indoor activities and outdoor volunteer activities around staff and residents.
Maintaining a 6-foot distance when plausible for social distancing is strongly recommended and encouraged.
For more information about how we are staying healthy and ensuring safety protocols for our Angels' Place Community - please review our Angels' Place Pandemic Policy Form HERE.

ADDITIONAL PROJECT AREAS

Enrichment

Enrichment Volunteers facilitate & assist day program.

Skill & Requirements

Availability of at least 2 hours, Monday through Thursday
Volunteer application & recent TB test
A smile & willingness to share time with residents!
Fully vaccinated

HOME MAINTENANCE

Home Maintenance Volunteers are on call & respond to home manager requests for minor repairs.

Skill & Requirements

Ability to complete minor repairs contact the facilities manager with work beyond their ability or availability

Seasonal Yard Maintenance Volunteers

Skill & Requirements

Ability to weed & rake leaves as needed

Spring & Fall Yard Clean Up Volunteers

Skill & Requirements

Ability to rake, trim shrubs & low tree branches, clean gutters, wash windows & patio furniture

Special Projects include Eagle Scouts & skilled corporate groups

Skill & Requirements

Volunteer skills are carefully matched with appropriate projects

PANTRY

Pantry Volunteers Stocking, shelving and organizing goods, picking up donated goods, filling orders.

Skill & Requirements

Ability to lift boxes of canned goods & organize goods on shelves
Ability to fill orders
Must be fully vaccinated

Mailing Volunteers fold, stuff, label & stamp all mailed event invitations, etc.

Skill & Requirements

Requires attention to detail

Technology & Social Media Support Volunteers

Skill & Requirements

General background & knowledge in these areas (often project specific)

Resident Relationship

Resident Relationship Volunteers offer companionship, often teaching or sharing a special talent or interest, with an individual resident or all residents of a specific home. Resident-volunteer relationships develop while enjoying time together. Volunteer visits may include doing crafts, art projects, puzzles, playing games, cooking, playing Wii, enjoying sports, planting an herb garden, playing musical instrument or sharing a love of cars.

Skill & Requirements

Requires attention to detail
Must be fully vaccinated

Volunteer Experiences

Nikhil

I joined Angel's place because I wanted to help people with disabilities improve their quality of life. Every time I go to the St. Francis House, I see the bright smiles of men in the house who are earnest to develop their skills whether it be critical thinking or learning how to use technology to connect with their loved ones. Seeing their progress motivates me to do the most with my God-given abilities and after every session I leave with a tremendous satisfaction that I have done something good which draws me back to help more.

Frances

Working at Angel's Place has been a great experience. I have been here over 3 years and what impresses me about the company are the friendly people working here. Various positions from corporate, dcw's, managers, mechanics, handy people, crafters, spiritual developers, and volunteers all interact very well.

I am fortunate to be part of serving the community of men and women with special needs. Each day they remind me how to live with grace and humor. Overall it has been a rewarding experience and I hope you will consider joining the Angels' Place team!

Amenzee

Being a part of Angels' Place has allowed me to grow in my walk and faith in Christ. It humbles me and teaches me how to serve ALL his children regardless of ability and circumstance. Barb and the women of Middlebury home are loving, kind, accepting, and generous. Something that we all can teach and learn from every day... Angels' Place is where it is.