Volunteering

"No Act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted."
~Aesop
 

"No one is useless in this world who lightens the burden of it for someone else."
~ Benjamin Franklin
 

"I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something; and because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do the something that I can do."
~Edmund Everett Hale
 

Volunteers are precious people who make a positive difference! We welcome individuals and groups interested in sharing their time and talents with our residents. The Baptist Manor has a variety of opportunities for people to utilize their time and special talents. Volunteers can come in on a daily, weekly, monthly, or one time basis; we are very flexible. Students are welcome although those under 18 must volunteer under staff supervision, or be accompanied by an adult.

Below are just some of the volunteering opportunities available; the possibilities are endless:

• 1:1 Visits – Make a difference and develop a personal relationship with our residents.
   
• Gardening – Do you have a green thumb? Help us to plant and take care of our garden.
   
• Cooking- Share your cooking knowledge (and receive tips) with our residents.
   
• Music/Entertainment – whether you can sing, dance, act or play an instrument our residents LOVE music and entertainment.
   
• Arts and Crafts – come share your craft talents with our residents.
   
• Read – Read books, letters, magazines etc. to the residents. Special events - Assist with a number of special events i.e. Parties, BBQ’s, Community outings, etc.
   
• Meal times - Assist residents with meals, cutting foods, busing tables etc.
   

If you are interested in sharing your skills with our residents or for further details please contact:

Cynthia Donahoo
Director of Activities
The Baptist Manor
30225 W. 13 Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
 
248-539-3131