{"id":438,"date":"2026-08-03T12:25:43","date_gmt":"2026-08-03T12:25:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/?page_id=438"},"modified":"2026-08-05T15:03:25","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T15:03:25","slug":"get-involved","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/?page_id=438","title":{"rendered":"GET INVOLVED"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-right wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.paypal.com\/us\/fundraiser\/charity\/1849614\">PAYPAL<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-36f65c2d wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-ef10d34a wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-fbd00b99 wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Improved mental health<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduced social isolation and loneliness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improved physical health<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improved life expectancy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sense of purpose<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feeling of achievement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helping others<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Self-respect<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Building confidence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Developing new skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Making friends<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-0c22cdd7 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"has-heading-font-family has-x-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.2\">Volunteering can be rewarding and provide personal growth opportunities and health benefits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3afcaa04 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-container-content-9cfa9a5a wp-block-paragraph\">When you give, either monetarily or of your time, you&#8217;re investing in a future we build together. Support our mission and fuel real action through programs, resources, and advocacy that matters.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>WYA<\/strong> is always welcoming new volunteers.&nbsp;Whether you are a parent, community leader, or retiree, we can use your skills and talents.&nbsp;Are you a retiree or a stay-at-home parent that has some extra time on your hands and would like to give back to your community?&nbsp; Would you like to make new friends while trying something new?&nbsp; We can use YOU!&nbsp; We can use your talents.&nbsp;Leadership and&nbsp;committee work opportunities exist.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-container-content-9cfa9a5a wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are unable to volunteer, consider making a donation to <strong>WYA<\/strong>.&nbsp; Being a&nbsp;donor means you are partnering with us&nbsp;in support of Waterford children and families. Donations can be made in person at our&nbsp;office, or you can click on the icon below for your no fee, tax-free online donation through <strong>WYA&#8217;s<\/strong> Paypal GivingFund.&nbsp; \u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Download and complete the WYA Volunteer Form and return it back to a <strong>WYA<\/strong> Caseworker today. At this time, there are no orientations schedules. However, if you&#8217;re interested in volunteering contact the <strong>WYA<\/strong> office at 248.618.7383 or email us at <a href=\"mailto:waterfordya@msn.com\">waterfordya@msn.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-light has-parallax\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);min-height:100vh;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><div class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-440 size-large has-parallax\" style=\"background-position:50% 50%;background-image:url(https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Volunteer-1024x682.jpg)\"><\/div><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-base-background-color has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-cover-is-layout-0979e81e wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:500px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-2-background-color has-background has-small-font-size has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-af3670d6 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:8px;border-top-right-radius:8px;border-bottom-left-radius:8px;border-bottom-right-radius:8px;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-heading-font-family has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400;line-height:1.2\">Volunteering with <strong>WYA<\/strong> is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of youth and families. Whether you\u2019re helping at events, supporting educational programs, or lending your expertise behind the scenes, your involvement helps us create a community where every young person can thrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4fadf9fd wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><div class=\"is-default-size wp-block-site-logo\"><a href=\"https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/\" class=\"custom-logo-link\" rel=\"home\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"638\" height=\"854\" src=\"https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Waterford-Youth-Assistance-Logo.png\" class=\"custom-logo\" alt=\"Waterford Youth Assistance\" srcset=\"https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Waterford-Youth-Assistance-Logo.png 638w, https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Waterford-Youth-Assistance-Logo-224x300.png 224w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 638px) 100vw, 638px\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n<nav class=\"has-small-font-size items-justified-center wp-block-navigation is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-navigation-is-layout-b29d4327 wp-block-navigation-is-layout-flex\" aria-label=\"Navigation\"><ul class=\"wp-block-navigation__container has-small-font-size items-justified-center wp-block-navigation\"><li class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/?page_id=407\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">ABOUT US<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/?page_id=397\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">OUR MISSION<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/?page_id=416\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">NEWS &amp; EVENTS<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/?page_id=421\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">CASEWORK YOUTH SERVICES<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/?page_id=429\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">FAMILY &amp; YOUTH EDUCATION<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/?page_id=501\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">RESOURCES<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/?page_id=455\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">SCHOLARSHIPS<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/?page_id=483\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">SHOPLIFTING PREVENTION PROGRAM<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/?page_id=448\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">YOUTH RECOGNITION<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/?page_id=438\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">GET INVOLVED<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"https:\/\/waterfordya.com\/?page_id=511\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">CONTACT US<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-small-font-size wp-elements-62d875e69d69b544388e6dc91395ebdf wp-block-paragraph\"><br> 1150 Scott Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48328 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-small-font-size wp-elements-d047217a8299dc55399beb69e05a406c wp-block-paragraph\">Phone: 248.618.7383  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-small-font-size wp-elements-7fd694a528f6cac04b36fbfc9bfd2842 wp-block-paragraph\">Email: <a href=\"mailto:waterfordya@msn.com\">waterfordya@msn.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Volunteering can be rewarding and provide personal growth opportunities and health benefits. 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