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2 people are interested
Disability Companion - Brooklyn
ORGANIZATION: HeartShare Human Services of New York
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2 people are interested
Please fill out our volunteer application here: https://forms.office.com/r/rFLhjkzBss
HeartShare Human Services of New York nurtures and empowers children and adults diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities in NYC.
Disability Companions are caring adults 18+ who volunteer to visit and provide companionship and friendship to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who live independently in HeartShare's supported apartments. These apartments are located in communities in Brooklyn and Queens.
Volunteers will be matched with an individual with disabilities who lives independently or with a roommate, and will provide friendship and companionship, that will help ease the loneliness and enrich the lives of the individuals we support. You can share activities such as walking around the neighborhood, assisting with light food shopping, crocheting or knitting, discussing current events, playing games or puzzles together, and cooking a meal together. You will not be asked to perform household tasks or provide personal care.
You can choose when you would like to visit, as long as your companion will be available during that time. We ask that you make a commitment to visit your partner a minimum of 2 times per month, and that you make a minimal commitment of 1 year, that will ideally grow into a longer and even lifelong relationship.
This will be a rewarding experience that will enrich the lives of the people we support, as well as bridge the gap between people with disabilities and their communities.
More opportunities with HeartShare Human Services of New York
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About HeartShare Human Services of New York
Location:
12 Metrotech Ctr - 29th Floor, 29th Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11201, US
Mission Statement
HeartShare Human Services of New York nurtures and empowers children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, such as autism, Down Syndrome and cerebral palsy and supports their families. The mission of HeartShare Human Services is to expand the opportunities presented to people with disabilities, and to enhance the lives of the individuals that we support.
Description
HeartShare Human Services of New York nurtures and empowers children and adults diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, through educational, life skills and vocational training, residential, case management, recreational, family support and health care services. HeartShare St. Vincent’s Services (HSVS) supports children, adults and families living in crisis due to experiences with poverty. Since its founding in 1914, HeartShare has expanded its reach to over 100 program sites in Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island, as well as to 60 of the 62 New York counties through energy grants to low-income families. HeartShare is proud that 90% of all revenue goes directly to its programs and services. HeartShare is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Services for Families and Children and is a Better Business Bureau Accredited Charity.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Brooklyn, NY 11214
DATE POSTED
January 19, 2023
SKILLS
- Crocheting
- Knitting
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Outdoor Recreation
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- We ask that you make a commitment to visit your partner a minimum of 2 times per month, and that you make a minimal commitment of 1 year, that will ideally grow into a longer and even lifelong relationship.
- Background check and fingerprinting required. These will be provided by our agency.