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58 people are interested
Help Reduce Social Isolation Among Seniors through Friendly Calls!
ORGANIZATION: Greenwich House
Please visit the new page to apply.
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58 people are interested
The Neighbor Network is seeking virtual volunteers for our Friendly Calls Program to reduce social isolation! Volunteers are matched with seniors for regular friendly telephone conversation to build friendships and keep older adults connected to community resources. We ask that volunteers commit to at least 3 months but hope that is just the beginning of a friendship. Calls can occur on any day of the week and at any regular schedule that both the volunteer and the older adult agree to. Most matches talk once every other week but some talk less frequently and some talk more frequently.
Please sign up for our next training on October 1st at 1:00 pm EDT here: https://www.mobilize.us/neighbornetwork/event/417000/
Volunteers will be calling older adults living in NYC but we welcome volunteers from anywhere!
More opportunities with Greenwich House
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Greenwich House
Location:
27 Barrow Street, New York, NY 10014, US
Mission Statement
Greenwich House helps individuals and families lead more fulfilling lives by offering social and health services, cultural and educational programs, and opportunities for civic involvement to New Yorkers of all ages and backgrounds.
Description
Founded in 1902 as a settlement house to help New York’s increasing immigrant population adjust to life in a new country, today Greenwich House offers programs in social services, arts and education that provide thousands of New Yorkers with personal enrichment and cultural experiences.
Greenwich House programs are a valuable resource to our neighbors and those who work in, visit or seek care in the Village. Whether it is a class at the Music School, Pottery, After-School or Summer Arts Camp, socializing at one of our senior centers, counseling at the Children’s Safety Project or treatment at the Chemical Dependency Program, our professional, well-trained staff ensures that everyone receives the care and service they need to live a more fulfilling life. Each individual at Greenwich House- be they educators, artists, social workers, students, therapists, volunteers or donors-helps to contribute to this unique, caring community of friends and neighbors in New York.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
September 22, 2021
SKILLS
- Elder care
- Mental Health
- Community Outreach
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Flexible. Call schedule up to you and your match. Please commit to calling for at least 3 months.