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9 people are interested
Speak Cantonese ?! Become a Friendly Visitor to an Isolated Older Adult in Elmhurst!
ORGANIZATION: Queens Community House
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9 people are interested
Queen Community House's Friendly Visiting Program matches homebound older adults with volunteers in their community, creating intergenerational relationships. Friendly visiting is an enriching opportunity for the volunteer to develop a meaningful friendship. Together, the older adult and volunteer can discuss shared interests, learn/teach new skills, read books, learn technology, and celebrate special holidays.
We're currently in need of Cantonese or Mandarin speaking volunteers to provide social engagement to Cantonese or Mandarin speaking older adults in our community.
The program also aims to reduce isolation and loneliness amongst seniors in our neighborhoods and communities. Friendly visitors must be 18 and over, be open to committing to 6 months of volunteerism, provide non-familial references and a background check is required to participate in the program. Volunteers can either call or do in-person visits the older adult upon approval.
Email us at volunteer@qchnyc.org to learn more!
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About Queens Community House
Location:
108-25 62nd Drive, Forest Hills, NY 11375, US
Mission Statement
Queens Community House provides individuals and families with the tools to enrich their lives and build healthy, inclusive communities.
Description
Queens Community House (QCH) is a multi-site, multi-service settlement house that serves the diverse neighborhoods of Queens. We serve residents of all ages, races, faiths, and ethnicities while supporting the viability of the borough as a whole.
QCH was formed in 1975 (as Forest Hills Community House) to help heal the wounds of a neighborhood conflict. Over four decades, our reach and breadth have grown; today we offer a broad network of comprehensive services at 25 program sites in 11 different neighborhoods in Queens, allowing us to impact individuals, families, and entire communities.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Elmhurst, NY 11373
DATE POSTED
November 16, 2024
SKILLS
- Cantonese / Mandarin
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- One hour per week for at least a 6 month commitment