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Be a Friend to an Adult with Disabilities

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ORGANIZATION: Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Boston

  • A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
  • 27 people are interested

Be matched as a Friend to an Adult with Disabilities (18+) in the once a month on Wednesday evenings MAGIC Program (Monthly Activity Groups in the Community). MAGIC is a FREE group event bringing together 12-13 pairs of friends on one Wednesday evening/month, from for a staff organized event. Activities are staff led and include Bingo and Ice Cream Night, Karaoke Night, Board Game Night, Arts and Crafts Night, Improv Night, festive meals, or a local college sporting event. Most activities take place from 6:30-8:30 pm in Brookline, Brighton, Newton, Allston or Boston and are accessible by public transportation.

MAGIC is a great way to create meaningful friendships in a social setting. As a volunteer, all you need to do is show up, meet your friend, and enjoy the organized free activity! No experience with adults with disabilties necessary. Clinical Match Support Provided to all Matches!

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About Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Boston

Location:

1430 Main Street, 1430 Main Street, Waltham, MA 02451, US

Mission Statement

Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Boston matches children to adult mentors; we introduce adults of all abilities to new friends in their communities.

Description

Since 1919, Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters has been transforming lives through mentoring-friendship. We serve Jewish and non-Jewish children and families; we also serve adults with disabilities - and our volunteers reflect our diversity.

Please visit us on the web at jbbbs.org to learn more about how you can contribute.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
People with Disabilities
Race & Ethnicity
Community, People with Disabilities, Race & Ethnicity

WHEN

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WHERE

Boston Metro AreaBrightonBrookline, MA 02446

(42.34216,-71.124054)
 

DATE POSTED

October 24, 2024

SKILLS

  • Mental Health
  • Networking
  • People Skills
  • Relationship Building
  • Social Work

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 21
  • Orientation or Training
  • 2 hours one Wednesday evening a month for a year.
  • A phone call or text to confirm your friend will attend!

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