- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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12 people are interested
August 2019 -Volunteers needed for monthly packing of non-perishable items for senior citizens
ORGANIZATION: Mending The Gap Inc
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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12 people are interested
We need volunteers to assist with packing non-perishable items to be provided to senior citizens each month.
Non-perishables items that we provide to senior citizens include:
Cleaning Products: Laundry and dish detergents, paper towels, softener, garbage bags, bathroom cleaner, disinfectant wipes, and spray cleaners.
Toiletries/Personal Care Items: Paper towel, tissue, denture cleaner, mouthwash, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, soap, depends/adult diapers and pads, shaving cream, socks, etc.
PLEASE SIGN-UP BY JULY 27TH.**We are also in need of donations of these items as well.
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About Mending The Gap Inc
Location:
52 Gwinnett Drive, Suite D, Lawrenceville, GA 30046, US
Mission Statement
Our Mission Statement is to Inspire youth and enrich the lives of older adults through collaboration, support and intergenerational programs. Since 2010, Mending The Gap has been transforming the aging experience through our innovative approach to providing basic needs assistance while bridging the generational gap. Our intergenerational initiative, not only help increase youth's aging awareness and develop a sense of caring and respect for the elderly, but also offer older people chances to share their childhood life experiences. Please visit our website at www.mending-the-gap.org for more information on various programs and volunteer opportunities.
Description
Mending The Gap is a 501(c3) nonprofit organization that provides an opportunity for young people and senior citizens to come together to share talents, resources, and support. Mending the Gap Inc. provides basic needs support services to help improve the lives ofvulnerable senior citizens, while connecting youth and older adults that will create healthy and fulfilling relationships.
Mending programs:
The Bridge Program:assigns groups of teens and adult volunteers to interact and engage in various activities with seniors, living independently and also in assisted living facilities.
S.O.S. (Save Our Seniors): Seeks to meet the growing needs of our seniors in Gwinnett County by providing toiletries/personal care items, cleaning supplies and food each month.
Connect2Connect: Free computer training for seniors
Be A Friend: Once or twice per week a compassionate group of senior volunteers reaches out with a friendly call or visit to seniors who live alone, and to offer a word of encouragement, have a quick chat or form a meaningful relationship.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
52 Gwinnett DriveSuite DLawrenceville, GA 30046
DATE POSTED
July 4, 2019
SKILLS
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- - Must be able to able to lift 10 lbs - Must be able to bend and pick up items - Wear comfortable clothing and shoes