South Oakland Warming Center

Welcome to the information page for the South Oakland Warming Center (SOWC) specific to BCC. SOWC is a "walk in" center that provides a hot dinner, bedding, breakfast and a sack lunch. 

Berkley Community Church and The Shrine of the Little Flower Parish work together with the South Oakland Citizens for the Homeless (SOCH) to host the warming center at Berkley Community Church.

Please click on the position descriptions below. We will be looking for 2-3 volunteers for each position for each night of the two week program.

The following positions would be under the guidance of the appropriate Section Leader.  These positions do not require any previous experience. Click on the link to open the position description.

Intake Vol.doc

Main Floor Blanket Vol.doc

Laundry Vol.doc

** Note **

We will be signing up volunteers on Feburary 6th

If you would like more information please contact the front office @ 248-544-2052.

Coming Soon:

  • - Look for the collection boxes in the lobby for breakfast cereal
  • - We will be looking for people to bring in Milk, Orange Juice and fruit during the program, if you are interested please talk to Karen

S.O.W.C. Mission Statement:

To provide safety, warmth, food, hope and resources within a welcoming Christian community to the homeless in South Oakland County.

News & Information

Jan 4, 2011 - Season Kick Off organizational meeting

Feb 6, 2011 - Volunteer sign (one day only)

Feb 13, 2011 - Donations for cereal begin

Mar 6 2011 - First night of Warming Center

Mar 18 2011 - Last night of Warming Center

Click here to go to the general information page

2855 Wiltshire, Berkley, MI [driving directions]

Contact Us 248.544.2052