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Complete Your Community Service Requirement

Fulfill your court-ordered hours while helping animals in need at the Humane Society of Macomb.

Apply for Court-Ordered Community Service

Eligibility Requirements

You Must Be:
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18 years or older
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Serving hours for a non-violent misdemeanor offense such as DUI/OWI
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Able to commit to completing your required hours within court-specified timeframes
Important Note:

The Humane Society of Macomb does not accept all offenses. Your application will be reviewed to determine eligibility.

Application Process

How to Apply:

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Complete our Community Service application (below)

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Click the submit button at the bottom of the form

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Wait to hear from our Executive Director who will contact you regarding your application

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Come into the shelter to begin your service hours!

Processing Time:

Allow time for application review and scheduling. We recommend applying well in advance of your court deadline.

COMMUNITY SERVICE APPLICATION

What to Expect

Types of Work:

Community service work typically includes:
  • Cleaning and maintenance tasks
  • Laundry and dishes
  • Organizing supplies and donations
  • Facility upkeep projects
  • Administrative support tasks
Scheduling:
  • Hours must be completed during our operational times
  • We’ll work with you to schedule hours that meet your court requirements
  • Consistent attendance is required

Documentation & Verification

What We Provide:

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Verification of completed hours for court records

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Documentation of attendance and completion

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Contact information for court verification if needed

What You Need to Bring:

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Court paperwork specifying your requirements

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Valid identification

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Any specific documentation required by your court

Ready to Complete Your Community Service?

Questions About the Process?

Contact our Executive Director:

Phone: 586-731-9210

Email: info@humanesocietyofmacomb.org

Please allow time for application processing and orientation scheduling when planning to meet your court deadlines.

Applicant Information Community Service Volunteer

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Name*
Address*
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Offense Information

Charge indicated on court-ordered offense paperwork

Emergency Contact & Information

Emergency Contact 1
Name
Address
Emergency Contact 2
Name
Address

Terms and Conditions

We/I give my permission for my child/or myself to work/volunteer at the Humane Society of Macomb Animal Shelter. We/ I understand that community service tasks will include general labour such as cleaning, organization, yard work, etc. and no animal interaction other than possible bathing and kennel cleaning.

As a community service worker at the Humane Society of Macomb, I recognize and acknowledge that during the course of my duties I may have access to certain information not generally known to the public. Community service workers may not divulge confidential information about the Humane Society of Macomb’s employees, volunteers, customers, or adopters and confidential animal information without the written consent of the Humane Society of Macomb. Further, neither the Humane Society of Macomb nor the community service worker shall make any negative or disparaging comments or remarks about the other party.

We/I agree that the Humane Society of Macomb may photograph my child/ myself during my participation in the shelter. And we/ I hereby release any such photographs to the Humane Society of Macomb for use in programs, publications and other purposes.

I Agree*

Other Ways to Help Animals

After Your Hours Are Complete:

Consider becoming a regular volunteer! Many people discover a passion for helping animals through their community service experience.

Learn About Regular Volunteering
Support Our Mission Through Donations