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1 person is interested
Partners in Care - Respite Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Jewish Collaborative Services
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1 person is interested
Partners in Care is a volunteer driven caregiver support program. It is designed in response to the critical need of providing caregiver respite services for seniors living in the community.
Partners in Care is currently seeking (15) volunteers and caregiver families to connect through this supportive effort.
Volunteers will:
- provide 10-12 hours a week of caregiver respite through participation in recreational activities and errands, companionship, transportation to medical appointments.
- Commit to serve 8 months, providing consistent and experienced caregiver support.
- Receive comprehensive, on-going training
- Receive a monthly stipend
- Receive the opportunity for an education award at the end of their term of service.
If you are interested in volunteering or receiving support, please contact Jessica Murphy at Jewish Family Services of Rhode Island.
Living allowance: $150.00 /month
Required education:
- High school or equivalent
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About Jewish Collaborative Services
Location:
1165 N Main St, Providence, RI 02904, US
Mission Statement
The mission of JCS is to sustain, nurture, and strengthen the well-being of seniors, adults, children, and families, and to ensure access to a full continuum of care through the life cycle, within the framework of Jewish Traditions and values.
Description
Jewish Collaborative Services (JCS) is a comprehensive, solutions-oriented social service and senior housing agency that helps individuals and families facing physical, emotional, nutritional, financial, or other challenges get the services they need to recover and thrive. JCS is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of all. We strive to provide an open and welcoming setting, regardless of religious affiliation, beliefs, or background. JCS provides peace of mind by ensuring that everyone who comes to us can gain access to the resources they need.
The JCS headquarters is located at 1165 North Main Street, Providence, RI. This is where most of the clinical and social service programs are located. JCS' West Bay campus on Shalom Drive in Warwick, RI includes our enriched assisted living residence and affordable HUD housing for seniors.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
959 North Main StreetProvidence, RI 02904
DATE POSTED
February 1, 2017
SKILLS
- Veteran Care
- Elder care
- Basic Computer Skills
- Reading / Writing
- Community Outreach
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 10-12 hours a week