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Flexible Schedule
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Pasadena, CA 91104
QUICK OVERVIEW Union Station Homeless Services relies on the support of volunteer groups to provide daily home-cooked meals to shelter residents and community members in need. If your family, corporation, or civic group would like to cook and serve a meal or drop off/cater a meal from a local restaurant at one of our shelters, consider sponsoring an "Adopt-a-Meal"! MISSION Union Station Homeless Services is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organizatin, who is committed to helping individuals and families rebuild their lives and discover permanent solutions to ending homelessness. VOLUNTEER ROLES & RESPONSIBILIITIES Plan a menu of your choice (i.e. roasted chicken, mac and cheese, salad, cookies, and drinks) Purchase the ingredients needed to prepare the food Cook the meal - prepare the meal in our kitchen or purchase food from a restaurant and drop it off or have it delivered Serve the meal to our residents (optional-- if you choose not to serve in person, our staff would be happy to serve the meal on your behalf) REQUIREMENTS Volunteers must provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 to cook/serve onsite. Please note that there is an age requirement for volunteering in the kitchen. Children under the age of 13 are not allowed in the kitchen at any time. Volunteers must be at least 13 years old with a chaperone, and 16 to volunteer without. We ask that you please wear closed-toed shoes and long pants for your safety and protection. QUESTIONS? If interested or if you have any further questions, please email us at volunteer@unionstationhs.org to check availability. **Volunteers will be required to wear a surgical-grade mask or higher (not cloth). If you do not have a surgical mask, Union Station Homeless Services will be able to provide you with one upon arrival to your volunteer shift. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required if serving/cooking at our facilities. All volunteers serving food directly to clients must wear a face shield (provided by Union Station). Additionally, all volunteers must read and acknowledge a COVID liability waiver onsite. All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity should adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: https://www.laworks.com/health-and-safety. By clicking "Express Interest," I acknowledge that I am aware and understand that I am being referred to Activities that are coordinated and managed by a third party Agency or Organization and that L.A. Works has no jurisdiction, control, or oversight over these Activities. The Activities may be inherently dangerous and may expose me to a variety of foreseen and unforeseen hazards and risks including exposure to Coronavirus Disease 2019 ("COVID-19"). The Activities may involve a degree of contact with clients who need assistance and other volunteers who may be carriers of COVID-19 and that personal protective equipment may not be available for my use and/or effective against preventing transmission of COVID-19 whether as a result of my own actions or otherwise. By clicking "Express Interest," I acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in the Activities and have considered those risks. I hereby expressly and specifically assume such risks, including any and all risk of injury, illness, harm, or loss that I may incur as a result of my participation in the Activities. I hereby fully and forever release and discharge L.A. Works from, and expressly waive, any and all liability, claims, and demands of whatever kind or nature, either in law or in equity, that may arise from my participation in the Activities.
Date Posted: 2024-11-14
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Flexible Schedule
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Pasadena, CA 91105
MISSION Union Station Homeless Services is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, who is committed to helping individuals and families rebuild their lives and discover permanent solutions to ending homelessness. IMPACT Our organization relies heavily on the support of volunteer groups to provide daily home-cooked meals to our shelter residents and community members in need. Gather your friends, family, corporation, and/or civic group and provide a meal for our Adult Center. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIESVOLUNTEER Plan a menu of your choice (i.e. roasted chicken, mac and cheese, salad, cookies, and drinks) Purchase the ingredients needed to prepare the food Cook the meal - prepare the meals in our kitchens -- or purchase food from a restaurant and drop it off or have it delivered Serve the meal to our residents (optional-- if you choose not to serve in person, our staff is happy to serve the meal on your behalf) REQUIREMENTS Volunteers must provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 to cook/serve onsite. Please note that there is an age requirement for volunteering in the kitchen. Children under the age of 13 are not allowed in the kitchen at any time. Volunteers must be at least 13 years old with a chaperone, and 16 to volunteer without. Dress code: We ask that you please wear closed-toed shoes and long pants for your safety and protection. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Unable to cook or plan a meal, but still interested in helping? In lieu of providing a meal, our kitchen staff would be grateful for a Smart&Final gift card to assist with costs. QUESTIONS? If interested or if you have any further questions, please email us at volunteer@unionstationhs.org to check availability. All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity are expected to adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: https://www.laworks.com/health-and-safety By clicking "Express Interest" I certify I have read and agree to the Volunteer Terms and Conditions
Date Posted: 2024-11-14
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Flexible Schedule
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Pasadena, CA 91105
Help us combat the rising food insecurity that is heavily affecting our community. Union Station Homeless Services is looking for volunteer groups to provide sack lunches for our shelter residents and community members in need. Sack Lunches Include: 1 Sandwich + condiments Fruit (no bananas) Chips One Healthy Snack Dessert (no candy) Beverage Napkin and utensils, if needed When packing lunches, please clearly mark the date on each bag. If any lunch contains nuts, please label. We accept sack lunches at our Adult Center (412 S. Raymond Ave, Pasadena) everyday of the week between 8:00am - 2:30pm. If you, your family, or group is interested in providing sack lunches, please contact us at volunteer@unionstationhs.org / 626-715-5004 to schedule a delivery or for any questions.
Date Posted: 2024-11-14
