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11 people are interested
Work with low-income seniors to connect with family & friends
ORGANIZATION: Low Income Housing Institute
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11 people are interested
Basic computer skills can make a world of difference in the lives of LIHI residents! Join an amazing team of experienced LIHI Volunteers as we partner with LIHI residents to build basic computer skills as they apply for jobs, communicate with family & friends and master skills that will benefit them long after their time with you. As a drop-in tutor, you will be a much needed resource for our senior residents to answer quick questions about computer basics. Through this program, you ensure our residents have access to resources and people to support them on their path to self-sufficiency.
Think you might be a good fit? Our program is still growing and we’d love to hear what you want to get out of this experience! Contact volunteer@LIHI.org or 206-957-8067 for more information and see how you can change someone’s life!
Logistics: Volunteers commit to 3 hours per week for 3 months to volunteer at one of our senior housing facilities in South Lake Union. Volunteers should have good working knowledge of Microsoft Word/Open Office, navigating the internet, email programs and general computer skills as well as good verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Experience working with low-income and/or formerly homeless adults is preferred. Background check required.
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About Low Income Housing Institute
Location:
2407 First Ave,, Seattle, WA 98121, US
Mission Statement
The Low Income Housing Institute develops, owns and operates housing for the benefit of low-income, homeless and formerly homeless people in Washington state; advocates for just housing policies at the local and national levels; and administers a range of supportive service programs to assist those we serve in maintaining stable housing and increasing their self-sufficiency.
Description
LIHI develops and provides affordable housing to 4,000+ low income, homeless and formerly homeless people, including families. In 2019, an estimated 11,199 people experienced homelessness in King County alone. Many of LIHI housing projects focus on transitioning families and individuals out of homelessness, including chronically homeless populations. Most of the units developed by LIHI are occupied by formerly homeless households.
LIHI assists our residents with services that help them maintain stable housing and prevent them from becoming homeless again (e.g. through improving resident income and/or education status, dealing with long standing mental and physical health conditions) and increase self-sufficiency.
We also help homeless individuals and families remain healthy & employed: LIHI operates the Urban Rest Stop - an innovative hygiene center for the homeless located in downtown Seattle; a safe, clean and dignified place where as many as 500 homeless individuals, families, elders and youth access restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities each day. This center is open seven days a week, with extended hours specifically designed to assist homeless persons who are working or seeking employment. 60% of URS patrons have steady employment, but can't earn enough income to afford the rent.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
430 Minor Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
DATE POSTED
April 3, 2018
SKILLS
- Tutoring
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 3hrs per week for minimum of 3 months