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249 people are interested
Friendly Visitor (Adopt-A-Grandparent) 1 hr/week
ORGANIZATION: Neighbor to Neighbor Network
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249 people are interested
Our most popular program, our Friendly Visitors provide much needed companionship and social interaction to older adults in Bloomfield and Glen Ridge. Many of the senior citizens live alone with minimal family support and are at risk of becoming isolated. These homebound seniors have little to no human contact. One hour of your time and energy each week can make a real difference... In addition, volunteers may opt to provide assistance with shopping and errands, minor home repair, and/or lawn and garden care. This is at the sole discretion of the volunteer. Being a Friendly Visitor is a highly rewarding one-on-one opportunity. A Volunteer Application must be completed and three references are required. A parent/guardian must sign a consent form for volunteers under the age of 18. PLEASE LEAVE YOUR PHONE NUMBER OR ADD NTNN@BLOOMFIELDTWPNJ.COM AND SDESANTI@BLOOMFIELDTWPNJ.COM TO YOUR EMAIL'S SAFELIST - We find that many of our response emails end up getting sorted as junk mail!
More opportunities with Neighbor to Neighbor Network
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Neighbor to Neighbor Network
Location:
Division of Human Services, One Municipal Plaza, Room 213, Bloomfield, NJ 07003, US
Mission Statement
Neighbor to Neighbor Network (NTNN), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization funded in part by Partners for Health, connects volunteers with Bloomfield and Glen Ridge residents in need of support not available through traditional programs.
Special emphasis is placed on assisting older adults and people with diabilities who may be homebound, isolated, and struggling to care for themselves. NTNN provides food assistance to low-income individuals and families.
Description
Neighbor to Neighbor Network (NTNN) serves as the Volunteer Arm of Bloomfield's Division of Human Services. NTNN collaborates with community groups, faith-based organizations, local citizens, and businesses to provide volunteer services to Bloomfield and Glen Ridge resdents in need. We recruit volunteers willing to share their time and compassion and connect them with Bloomfield residents who need assistance, including homebound senior citizens and families with limited financial resources.
Based on each volunteer's interests and strengths, a variety of opportunities are available. Volunteer services include, but are not limited to, weekly visits through our Friendly Visitor Program, and Food Delivery from the Human Needs Food Pantry. NTNN is committed to uniting the community in friendship and support.
Volunteers are the backbone of our programs...
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Client's HomeBloomfield, NJ 07003
DATE POSTED
September 23, 2015
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- 1 hour per week