Help Animals While Helping Youth Develop Resilience
ANDREWS ANTHEM INC
Volunteers will be assisting with facilitating programs at multiple locations including online. Several of our programs incorporate animal handling and/or acts of service (Gulf Coast Humane Society and Animal Refuge Center). One program is virtual and new opportunities will arise as we expand our programming. Facilitators teach students mindfulness practices and concepts that will help decrease stress and improve well-being.
Opportunity requires a 10 week training in mindfulness, a 6 month to 1 year commitment and an openness and willingness to work with youth 10-17 years old.
Training begins on Sunday, 3/21 and will be from 10am to noon.
Youth have been greatly affected by the isolation that has resulted from the COVID crisis. Many are struggling with connecting with others. Our program creates the connection between participants with animals serving as a bridge. The mindfulness practices they learn assist with managing stress, depression and anxiety associated with COVID and beyond.
See more about our story: https://youtu.be/Y1RV8HTYB2g
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About ANDREWS ANTHEM INC
Location:
3150 Banyon Hollow Loop, \, N Fort Myers, FL 33903, US
Mission Statement
We are driven by a single goal; to do our part in making the world a better place for all. Andrew's Anthem is a mental health movement dedicated to building a strong foundation of resilience and mental well-being in youth and young adults ages 10-24 and their families. We accomplish this through evidence-based programs and courses which provide coping skills and resilience tools and strategies; mainly focusing on creating community, mindfulness practices, creative expression, connection with nature and acts of service. We strive to build productive relationships within the community and those we serve by making a positive impact with all of our pursuits.
Description
Andrew's Anthem is in the business of empowering our youth and young adults to live joyful lives filled with purpose and meaning despite daily challenges. The work we do at our Non-Profit Organization is aimed at providing a holistic approach to solving some of our society’s biggest struggles. We make sure our partners are empowered by creating opportunities for individuals, families and communities.