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ORGANIZATION: The Carter Burden Network
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Have the gift of gab and want to put it to good use? Are you a great listener and love asking quesitons? Help relieve social isolation today by calling a homebound older adult today. Experience is not necessary but experience with mental health is a plus.
The Friendly Visiting program at Carter Burden Network matches homebound older adults with volunteers who weekly call an older adult and develop a friendship over the phone. We are looking for compassionate, patient, and committed volunteers.
An experienced Program Coordinator will match you based on availability, shared interests, and preferences. The volunteer opportunity works around your schedule. Long, deep friendships are often formed and turn into in person visits (with prior approval of coordinator).
Program requirements:
- Live in the the Tri-State Area (New York, New Jersey, Connecticut)
Be at least 18 years old
Volunteer for a minimum of 6 months
Provide 2 non familial references
Submit to a background check
If you are interested in supporting older adults, become a Friendly Visitor today!
The Carter Burden Network is dedicated to supporting the efforts of older people to remain in their homes living independently, safely, and with dignity. Volunteers are an integral component of the Carter Burden Network's 40+ years of success. No matter your experience or schedule, CBN can accommodate your needs to ensure that you have a meaningful and effective volunteer experience.
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About The Carter Burden Network
Location:
415 East 73rd Street, New York, NY 10021, US
Mission Statement
The Carter Burden Network promotes the well-being of seniors 60 and older through a continuum of services, advocacy, arts and culture, health and wellness and volunteer programs, all oriented to individual, family and community needs. We are dedicated to supporting the efforts of older people to live safely and with dignity.
Description
The Carter Burden Network was established in 1971, by New York City Council Member Carter Burden. He represented the Upper East Side of Manhattan, and founded the Center to assist the neighborhood's large number of older residents who were poor, in declining health and isolated.
The Carter Burden Network has grown into an agency with 12 programs in 7 locations and more than 100 employees. Now we serve approximately 5,000 seniors every year across the borough of Manhattan. It is a network of centers, programs and services that work together with government, corporate, individual and community partners to lead the way in aging services in New York City.
CBN offers a wide variety of volunteer opportunities to meet your interests. No matter your age, experience or schedule, CBN can accommodate your needs to ensure that you have a meaningful and effective volunteer experience. Opportunities can range from a one-time service day to a long-term volunteer commitment. We welcome individual, community and corporate groups to volunteer with us!
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
People with Disabilities,
Seniors
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
November 5, 2024
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 6 months
- ID and social security number required for background check.