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Flexible Schedule
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New York, NY 10024
Help a DOROT older adult preserve their life’s story! Legacy Project volunteers work one-on-one with an older adult to create lasting memories of their lives. Legacy Projects can take on different media forms, according to the interest and skillset of the older adult and volunteer match, including: photo books, video, oral or written essays, recipe books and more! Pairs meet for 6-8 one-hour sessions with the volunteer then devoting some additional time to compile, review and ultimately create the project. This volunteer opportunity is often best suited for individuals with a background in videography, writing, photography and other fine arts, as well as those with a social work or similar background, though it is certainly not required. Volunteers must be 18+ to participate in this program. Cohorts for Legacy Projects begin every 3 months with a maximum of 8-10 volunteer/older adult pairs. If you are interested in learning more about this program, please register for an upcoming adult Volunteer Orientation and Information Session by visiting here: https://dorotusa.jotform.com/232264990755970 For more information, please contact volunteers@dorotusa.org or call 917-441-3726.
Date Posted: 2024-11-12
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Flexible Schedule
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Yonkers, NY 10701
DOROT Westchester's Birthday Revelers Program provides a unique opportunity for volunteers to socialize with older adults in Westchester. Birthday Reveler Volunteers can bring a birthday package of a card, cupcake, and gift (provided by DOROT) to the home of the older adults they're matched with. Volunteers can then either spend time with their matches or drop off the birthday package and follow up with a phone call instead. DOROT is a social services organization dedicated to addressing social isolation and promoting social connections for older adults. DOROT is headquartered Manhattan and opened a Westchester location in 2016. We welcome volunteers ages 18+ and especially those 50+ to volunteer in a wide-ranging set of roles. To learn more about DOROT Westchester, please visit www.dorotusa.org/westchester or get in touch with the DOROT Westchester office at infowestchester@dorotusa.org or (914) 485-8354.
Date Posted: 2024-11-12
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
Bring birthday and holiday cheer to DOROT seniors with a handmade greeting card! DOROT has a great need for birthday cards which we send to 3,000+ older adults each year. Making a card is an easy, fun and important way to contribute to the work that DOROT does to decrease social isolation among seniors. Sometimes, a card from a DOROT volunteer is the only communication an older adult receives to acknowledge their special day. We also welcome cards for Thanksgiving, Rosh Hashanah and Passover holidays as well as Caring Cards which we can use on a variety of occasions. Whether you’re looking for something to do on a rainy day at home with your family or planning an activity for your school, community or corporate group, making a card is a great way to help brighten someone’s day and is a fantastic group volunteer opportunity! All cards should be returned to DOROT with a completed Cardmaking Project Form. Copy the following link into your search bar to find this: https://www.dorotusa.org/sites/default/files/2021-07/Cardmaking%20Project%20Form_7_2021_0.pdf We also recommend that you look at the guidelines on our website to get card design tips and information on the types of supplies you will need. Copy the following link into your search bar to find this information: https://www.dorotusa.org/sites/default/files/2021-07/Tips%20for%20a%20Successful%20Cardmaking%20Project_7_2021.pdf Please note - This is an opportunity that takes place in your own home, organization, or work place. It does not take place at DOROT's offices. However, we do occasionally offer group programs at DOROT that include the card making project. For more information, contact us at volunteers@dorotusa.org.
Date Posted: 2024-10-28
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
Do you want to make a meaningful impact through conversations with older adults? Do you want to make a meaningful impact through conversations with older adults? Do you have a special interest in supporting older adults who are living independently? Do you want to help cultivate a supportive community of older adults? Become a group discussion leader for Aging Alone, Together (AAT), DOROT’s immersive six-session program that provides solo agers with resources, strategies, and support to plan for their future and build community. The program is for older adults who identify as solo agers. As a group discussion leader, you will lead small "breakthrough" group discussions on weekly themes, including maintaining social and support networks, healthcare and end-of-life planning, and housing decisions. Options for in-person and virtual discussion leading opportunities are available. As a volunteer discussion leader, you agree to: 1. Participate in one virtual discussion leader training session (1.5 hours) and be paired with an experienced group discussion leader for one program to observe and learn the role (2 hours a week for 6 consecutive weeks). 2. Facilitate a weekly breakthrough group discussion with six to eight participants, for six consecutive weeks. We ask that each volunteer commit to two programs over the course of a year. 3. Join each session 15 minutes early and 15 minutes at the end of each session to debrief with DOROT staff for the duration of each program (2 hours per week). Qualifications and Experience: DOROT’s breakthrough group discussion leaders come from various professions and walks of life. But all are: - Empathetic listeners who are comfortable in leading conversations with prompts. - Skilled at responding in a compassionate, warm and life affirming manner. - Curious to learn more about the AAT topics and build a knowledge base over time. No prior experience in the subject matter is required. A background in social work or teaching is a plus. - Aged 18 and older. Volunteers who are aged 50+, have lived experience as solo agers or in any aspect of the life planning process are welcome and encouraged to join us. Interested in this opportunity? As a first step, please sign up for a general information and orientation session. These take place over Zoom twice per month. Please visit this link to register: https://dorotusa.jotform.com/232264990755970. You will then have a conversation with a volunteer coordinator, followed by a conversation with an AAT staff member. To learn more about DOROT, please visit www.dorotusa.org or contact volunteers@dorotusa.org. DOROT is a social services organization based in New York City and Westchester. Our wide array of programs for adults ages 60+ bring together volunteers, professionals and older adults to create meaningful connections that alleviate social isolation and provide services for independent aging. The average age of DOROT clients is 83.
Date Posted: 2024-11-12
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Flexible Schedule
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New York, NY 10024
DOROT's Response Team for Older Adults provides a unique opportunity for volunteers to socialize with older adults in New York City while engaging in social activities. Social Activities Volunteers and their matches can meet for a one-time session or multiple visits, depending on activity requests and availability. Activities include: Walking together in the older adult's neighborhood Organizing paperwork or mail Playing cards or board games Practicing a foreign language Accompanying the older adult to a visit to a museum, concert, or other outing The Response Team has lots of flexibility for volunteers. We are especially looking for volunteers who are based or willing to travel to the East side, West 50s, and West 100s-125th as it can sometimes be difficult to find volunteers for these areas. DOROT is a social services organization dedicated to addressing social isolation and promoting social connections for older adults. DOROT is headquartered in Manhattan. We welcome volunteers ages 18+ and especially those 50+ to volunteer in a wide-ranging set of roles. To learn more about DOROT, please visit www.dorotusa.org or get in touch with the DOROT office at volunteers@dorotusa.org or (917) 441-5089. Please visit this link: https://dorotusa.jotform.com/232264990755970, to sign up for an upcoming orientation.
Date Posted: 2024-11-12
