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ORGANIZATION: AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP in New York City/CSSNY

Facilitate an interactive 45-60 minute class for vital, homebound seniors that engage them in a meaningful way right from your home or office computer. Flexible class scheduling includes weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, short term series or sporadic classes. Weekday, evening or weekend options.

Lead a class on a topic that you are passionate about. We have had classes with wide-ranging topics that have included: Music and Art appreciation, Social Sciences, History, Health/Wellness, News and Politics, Exercise, Computer training, Language Arts, Interactive Games, Storytelling & more. Let's brainstorm ideas! Each class accommodates from 1 to 9 attendees for meaningful interaction. Classes can be discussion-based, an activity (like a chair exercise class) or performance-based (singing/musical instrument) with some discussion.

Technology Needs:

Computer w/high speed internet & webcam along w/speakers.

You must be 55 or older to volunteer at the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program.

Guess what! There are even more great opportunities for volunteers 55 and over in all 5 boroughs! After participating in a thorough interview with an RSVP representative, you will be placed in one of our 600 community-based partner organizations. These community-based organizations include non-profit agencies, schools, hospitals, and cultural institutions located throughout the 5 boroughs of New York City. We pride ourselves on finding the right volunteer opportunity to fit your skills and interests.

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About AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP in New York City/CSSNY

Location:

633 Third Avenue, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10017, US

Mission Statement

AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP in New York City was started in 1966 by the Community Service Society (CSS), an over 170-year-old nonprofit agency. CSS's mission is to identify problems which create a permanent poverty class in New York City, and to advocate the systemic changes required to eliminate such problems. CSS will focus on enabling, empowering and promoting opportunities for poor families and individuals to develop their full potential, to contribute to society, and to realize social, economic, and political opportunities.

Description

AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP in New York City matches adults 55 and older with meaningful volunteer opportunities at New York City nonprofits. With more than 2,300 volunteers, our program is one of the largest senior volunteer programs in the nation. There are over 600 of us which operate nationally and many that do so internationally. We match volunteers on the basis of interests and abilities, community needs, geographic convenience, and experience.

CAUSE AREAS

Computers & Technology
Seniors
Computers & Technology, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

633 Third Avenue10th FloorNew York, NY 10017

(40.749687,-73.97466)
 

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 55
  • Orientation or Training
  • Flexible

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