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14 people are interested
Share your gardening skills with children and families
ORGANIZATION: Volunteers of America Oregon
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14 people are interested
Many children growing up in low-income families in urban areas have limited access to nature and to fresh food. Combine your love of children and gardening by supporting the health and wellbeing of the children at our Family Relief Nursery.
VOA's Family Relief Nursery is a prevention/intervention program that helps to stop the cycle of child abuse & neglect while also providing development assessments and a therapeutic nursery/preschool environment for children ages six weeks through five years. The program provides skills training, respite care, and home visits to assist families in re-establishing a safe, caring home environment.
As a gardener, you may:
- Consult with classroom staff and our horticultural therapy interns regarding on-going garden needs
- Maintain the garden boxes and surrounding grounds.
- Engage parents and children during hands on projects
- Package produce for families to take home
Scheduling can be flexible during regular business hours. Some experience with gardening required, but on-going training and support is available.
Apply today to start growing fresh veggies and healthy children!
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About Volunteers of America Oregon
Location:
3910 SE Stark Street, Portland, OR 97214, US
Mission Statement
Our Vision Volunteers of America Oregon is a leader in creating vibrant, compassionate communities where every member is valued, every home is safe and every life is self-determined. Our Mission Volunteers of America Oregon changes lives by promoting self-determination, building strong communities and standing for social justice. Our Values High quality of service to our community. Ethical communications, Diversity, inclusiveness and equality, Partnership/collaborations and innovative solutions, Compassion and acceptance.
Description
Since 1896, Volunteers of America Oregon has worked to change lives by promoting self-determination and building strong communities. Today, through the dedication of over 300 staff members and more than 1000 volunteers, we help thousands of families in the greater Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington areas. We serve men, woman and children with a continuum of services, touching individuals from all walks of life, from the youngest to the oldest.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2609 SE 136th AvePortland, OR 97236
DATE POSTED
November 20, 2015
SKILLS
- Gardening
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 3 hours per week, daytime