Shepherd's Center of Kalamazoo

11/06/2019

This is a little late in posting, but we would like to recognize and thank our 2018 drivers of the year. In our Medical es**rt transportation Amos Allgyer earned top award by driving 1689 miles in 2018. This is the 2nd year in a row for Amos!
In our Non Medical transportation department we are pleased to announce that John Rey was awarded top driver by driving 720 miles. A big Shepherd's Center shout out to our two amazing volunteers. And of course we would like to thank all our drivers. Without you we couldn't do what we do and do it with style and dignity.

10/23/2019

I would like to take a moment and thank everyone for your cards prayers and positive vibes. Last January I was diagnosed with AML Leukemia and was treated at U of M hospital. I spent all winter and most of the summer in Ann Arbor for treatment. On April 11th I was blessed with a bone marrow transplant, my rebirthday! I am now back home after a long healing journey where I am still recuperating. I am well enough to be able to come back to the Shepherd's Center office a few hours a week. It feels so good to be back behind the desk and working with some fantastic people. Again thanks for all you prayers it means so much to me and my family.
Don Banner

12/03/2018

IMPORTANT INFORMATION you may need to know concerning winter storms and our programs:
Severe Weather Cancellation -If the Kalamazoo Public Schools are closed due to severe weather, drivers are not required to drive. If weather clears sufficiently before your appointment time, you and your driver will use your own judgment as to the safety of the roads. The Break Time Club may also be cancelled; please check with the office to be sure.

11/28/2018

11/14/2018

With Thanksgiving and Christmas right around the corner all of us here at the Shepherd’s Center have so much to be thankful for. On the top of that list are our VOLUNTEERS. Without all of these dedicated people we could not exists. As in the movie, It’s a Wonderful Life, if our organization was gone or had never been created it scares me to think the impact it would have on the lives of so many people in our community. We all are blessed to live in such a great community with so many giving people who contribute so much for our mission here at the Shepherd’s Center. We wish all of you very Happy Thanksgiving.

11/07/2018

Are you or someone you know caring for someone with dementia or early Alzheimer's? The Shepherd's Center's Break Time Club is the program for you. This affordable respite program meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 am until 3:30 pm, giving caregivers a much needed break while providing social stimulation for the older person in their care. For more information call the Shepherd's Center office at 383-1122.

09/10/2018

The Shepherd’s Center needs your help! We desperately need volunteer drivers to help independent seniors who can no longer drive and need your help in getting to doctor’s appointments. We are able to accommodate your schedule for these daytime appointments. Please call The Shepherd’s Center at 383-1122 for more information.

07/23/2018

I recently watched this documentary about Glen Campbell's battle with Alzheimer's disease. It was a good watch and shows how families struggle with this disease. He and his family decided to go public to bring this disease in the forefront and to help others who are struggling with this horrible disease. Alzheimer's can attack anyone, rich or poor, famous or your neighbor across the street. I thought it was worthwhile watch.

Glen Campbell: I'll Be Me
2014 PG 1h 44m

This poignant film chronicles the country music icon's remarkable career, his 2011 Alzheimer's diagnosis, final tour and and his farewell to fans.

Starring: Glen Campbell

05/30/2018

The Shepherd’s Center needs your help! We desperately need volunteer drivers to help independent seniors who can no longer drive and need your help in getting to doctor’s appointments. We are able to accommodate your schedule for these daytime appointments. Please call The Shepherd’s Center at 383-1122 for more information.

04/25/2018

2017 inductees into our 1,000 mile club are:
Amos Allgyer 3,059 miles
Gary Dunlap 1,162 miles
David Greenhoe 1,162 miles
Sandy Kuentzel 1,570 miles
Joe Mitchell 2,884
Adrian Vroegop 1,692 miles
Thanks to you and to all of our faithful volunteer drivers who help to make a difference in the lives of those living in Kalamazoo, we are truly blessed!

04/25/2018

Congratulations to our 2017 Driver of the year Amos Allgyer! Amos is our driver of the year for medical appointments driving over 3,000 miles and donated over 147 hours of driving! Our driver of the year in our non medical department is Marion Day. She drove passengers for grocery shopping or other errands and drove over 350 miles with 31.5 hours of driving. A big THANK YOU to these two outstanding volunteers. This is what makes Kalamazoo such a great place to live.