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ORGANIZATION: Homeless Connections
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9 people are interested
Homeless Connections is seeking a volunteer with experience or knowledge in speaking languages other than English, such as Spanish, Mandarin, and American Sign Language. These volunteers would be needed on an on-call basis and would use their skills to help with translating calls and/or meetings with clients.
More opportunities with Homeless Connections
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Homeless Connections
Location:
400 N. Division Street, APPLETON, WI 54911, US
Mission Statement
Ending homelessness by connecting individuals and families to resources that promote self-sufficiency and prevent future homeless episodes.
Description
Volunteers started the organization to provide shelter to people experiencing homelessness in the community by providing motel vouchers. A growing need for shelter led to the lease of a home in 1983 and then the purchase of a home in 1986. This home was later expanded to 25 beds in 1995. A case manager was also hired in 1995 to connect residents to community resources. A second case manager was hired and a 78-bed shelter was constructed in 1997, which is where Homeless Connections is housed today.
The mission of the organization expanded in 2002 when a Prevention Program was added to help prevent individuals and families at imminent risk of homelessness remain in their community housing. The Prevention Program was combined with LEAVEN’s program in 2008.
A Street Outreach Program was added in 2005 to meet the growing needs of those with chronic mental illnesses and substance abuse disorders residing in areas unfit for human habitation in the community.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Homeless Connections400 N. Division StreetAppleton, WI 54911
DATE POSTED
May 3, 2016
SKILLS
- Interpreter
- American Sign Language
- Cross-cultural Communication
- Cantonese / Mandarin
- Translation
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- On-Call
- All volunteers are asked to complete a volunteer application with Homeless Connections.