Special Projects

Macomb County Department of Human Services

Several times a year we are involved in special projects that require the help of volunteers. Example include our Holiday adopt a Family program, and various projects such as recruiting teddy bears for children involved in abuse/neglect situations or school supplies and graduation gifts for children in Foster Care. Location, hours, and duties vary depending on the event.

Please contact Karen Urquhart at (586) 412-6114 for additional information.

 

 

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Macomb County Community Services Agency - Macomb Food Program

Volunteers are needed at the Macomb Food Program's warehouse to sort and re-box donated food products that will be distributed to its network of 53 pantry distribution sites. Families and individuals who reside in Macomb County that are in need of emergency food are directed to one of these 53 sites to pick up a food box. Volunteers will sort the food at the warehouse by major food type from large 4' x 4' Gaylord totes into smaller manageable size boxes. Sorters should be able to read and follow simple directions. Sorters cannot wear shorts or open toe shoes. It is helpful, but not necessary if sorters could lift approximately 35-pound boxes.

Schedule of available times for food sorters: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Other times are available for groups. Sorters coming in for the first time need a 10-minute orientation prior to volunteering.

Please call Sue or Karen at 586-469-6004 for additional information or to set up an orientation.

 

 

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Macomb County Department of Human Services - Foster Parent Recruitment Assistant

This is the perfect opportunity for individuals who enjoy being involved in community events and social settings. Volunteers in this area work closely with our Foster Care Licensing and Placement Department on activities designed to educate the public about foster care and in recruiting potential foster parents. Tasks include helping prepare literature and materials, attending community outreach events and distributing information. Days, times, and locations vary. Mileage reimbursement for travel is provided.

For more information, please contact Karen Urquhart at (586) 412-6114.