Help isolated older Black women make friends
ORGANIZATION: Idealist.org
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Recruiting Organization: One Community
The Sharing Network does something about the loneliness crisis by bringing together older, homebound, lower-income residents of public housing in Brooklyn, NY through phone-based activity and conversation groups. These connections foster joy and create a sense of community.
Volunteer Role:
We are currently seeking volunteers to make calls weekly, dedicating 45-90 minutes to remind participants about their upcoming group meetings. The primary goal is to combat loneliness and isolation among older residents in public housing in Brooklyn, with a focus on Black women. Volunteers have the opportunity to engage in an ongoing, helpful, and convivial manner with program participants. Look forward to maintaining contact with friendly elders.
Requirements:
- Availability once a week between 4-7 PM ET
- Access to a phone and a reliable internet connection
- Strong conversational skills
- Interest in older people
How to Apply:
If you have a passion for positively impacting the lives of seniors and possess the communication skills necessary to convey information pleasantly, we invite you to contact us. Please send us a message expressing your interest and detailing your relevant experience to apply.
Benefits:
- Contribute to improving the lives of seniors facing loneliness
- Enjoy a flexible volunteering schedule
- Become part of a community of like-minded individuals dedicated to creating social impact
- Form relationships remotely with welcoming clients
Stipend ProvidedFalse
Training ProvidedFalse
Housing AvailableFalse
Language/Cultral Support AvailableFalse
Wheelchair Accessible
Fee RequiredFalse
Fee Amount: None
This opportunity is recurring
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About Idealist.org
Location:
389 5th Ave, 9th Floor, New York, NY 11109, US
Mission Statement
To bridge the gap between intention and action in order to bring about social impact.
Description
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CAUSE AREAS
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WHERE
13 Greene AvenueNew York, NY 10025
DATE POSTED
May 21, 2024
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REQUIREMENTS
- WEEKDAYS, FEW_HOURS_MONTH