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9 people are interested
Become a volunteer and provide relief for a caregiver!
ORGANIZATION: The Carter Burden Network
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9 people are interested
There are more than 34 million unpaid caregivers across the nation providing support and care to an aged or ill loved one. Caregivers report having difficulty finding time for one's self, managing emotional and physical stress, and balancing work and family responsibilities. Although rewarding, caregiving can be demanding and stressful. Give the gift of your time by volunteering and providing a valuable service of short-term temporary relief for a caregiver. Short-term temporary relief will allow caregivers to exercise, meet a friend for lunch, attend support groups or go to a scheduled appointment. We are looking for compassionate, patient, and committed volunteers comfortable engaging with seniors.
An eight hour training course is required and provided by the Carter Burden Network in collaboration with the REST (Respite Education & Support Tools) program. If you are interested or have further questions, please email Alexandra Jurenko, Director of the Caregiver Resource Program at jurenkoa@carterburdennetwork.org
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 age, 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
WHEN
WHERE
312 East 109th StreetNew York, NY 10029
DATE POSTED
April 17, 2017
SKILLS
- Hospice Care
- Elder care
- Counseling / Mental Health
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- An eight hour training course is required and provided by the Carter Burden Network.