Volunteering Within Friendship Place Housing

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It would be wonderful if we could collaborate and join forces, allowing your dedicated group of volunteers to have meaningful interactions with the participants at Friendship Place. Your support and presence will make a positive impact on their lives. It's important to note that the three city facilities staffed and operated by Friendship Place - LaCasa, The Brooks, and Valley Place - have mandated that all volunteers must comply with the following requirements:

1. Submit to fingerprinting.
2. Schedule and complete a Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing (MDAT).
3. Undergo a DC Metropolitan PD Criminal Background Check.
4. Provide Tuberculosis (TB) Test Results dated within the last 12 months.
5. Undergo a Sex Offender Register (SOR) Check.

If you are open to meeting these requirements, we would be more than delighted to have a discussion about you or a volunteer group spending some time within our facilities.

Group Volunteer Suggestions and Ideas

Valley Place - Anacostia

Volunteers are needed for the Valley Place resident's farmers market once a month on Thursdays. Tasks include bagging items, labeling, setting up, and providing recipes. The volunteering hours are from 11AM to 2PM.

Donate art: Valley Place residents have a fondness for home decor. Consider donating some of your amazing beautiful original artwork that can enhance the aesthetics of their living spaces.

Donate houseplants for mental health: Introducing houseplants can contribute to the mental well-being of Valley Place residents. Plants have been known to improve air quality and create a calming environment.

Fitness activities outside in the courtyard: Consider organizing yoga or outdoor hula hoop classes to promote physical well-being among the residents.

LaCasa - Columbia Heights

Craft Group: Organize a craft group once a week at La Casa during the day. Activities such as crocheting or any other tactile activities that involve the use of fingers can be particularly enjoyable and helpful for older folks.

Social Interaction: Spend quality time with residents by simply sitting down for a cup of coffee and engaging in meaningful conversations. This can provide companionship and brighten their day.As for availability, Thursday during the day might not work, but Tuesday and Wednesday would likely be the best days to volunteer your time at La Casa.

Decorating the lobby at La Casa for holidays and seasons is a wonderful way to create a welcoming and festive atmosphere for residents. From vibrant floral arrangements to themed ornaments and lighting, there are endless possibilities to make the lobby at La Casa shine throughout the year.

There are opportunities available for hair stylists or volunteers from beautician schools to provide haircuts and styling services to the residents.