Our Volunteers CHange Lives

CHristmas Elves

We are excited to get into the Holiday Spirit and surprise our homes with Christmas Elves! Our “elves” can deliver sugar cookies, sing Christmas Carols, help decorate the home with Christmas lights, and spread cheer during the holiday season. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator for more information.

festive treat donations

Now that we are entering the Holiday Season, we hope to bring the festivities to our Residents in a safe and healthy way. If you would like to donate a treat basket or craft basket filled with goodies and supplies to an Angels' Place home, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator for more info.

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.

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.

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?

We encourage volunteers to attend an orientation which are held in January, March, May and September.
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.

Interested in Volunteering at Angels' Place

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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!

Spiritual Development

Spiritual Development Volunteers share their faith with basic Christian messages using various formats including: books, music, crafts, songs and object lessons. Specific scheduling is based on individual volunteer and home schedules.

Skill & Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with Christian Ministry
Experience with diverse populations
Application & TB test

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

HOME MONITOR

Home Monitors are assigned a home to monitor with unannounced visits. On each visit, the volunteers use a specific list to evaluate various aspects of the home, including: cleanliness, safety, resident activities, etc.

Skill & Requirements

Ability to travel to and visit a home 6 times a year and complete required documentation, following an orientation with the home monitor coordinator
Volunteers may not monitor a home where a relative or friend lives or works

Office

Clerical Support Volunteers file, enter data, answer phones & help on special projects.

Skill & Requirements

Ability to perform any or all of the above tasks

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)

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

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

A willingness to share companionship at mutually agreed upon times with residents
Application & TB test

Events

Golf & Tennis Annual Fundraiser

Skill & Requirements

Knowledge of golf or tennis

Annual Family Fun Day Fundraiser

Skill & Requirements

Willingness to help as needed (games, food tent, clean up, etc.)

Annual Dinner Fundraiser

Skill & Requirements

Sell raffle tickets, cook books & ornaments

Annual Resident Talent Show

Skill & Requirements

Miracle League Softball

Skill & Requirements

Monday evening softball league June – August

Annual Resident Christmas Party

Skill & Requirements

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.

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