Cleaning / Laundry Volunteer for Crisis Services

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ORGANIZATION: Dorothy's House

Weekly laundry and housekeeping assistance. Timing flexible - four (4) hours per week.

Laundry will include washing and drying clothing for participants (contained in individual mesh bags; not loose in the washer), as well as bedding, towels, etc. Once laundry is started, this group will clean bathrooms, kitchen, floors, dust, etc. Transitions House has four (4) bedrooms on second floor and kitchen, living room and dining room on first floor. Beautiful older house with wood floors and lovely stained glass. Cleaning supplies provided.

Can volunteer as an individual or a group who can send 3-4 members each week.

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About Dorothy's House

Location:

DOWNTOWN, DES MOINES, IA 50314, US

Mission Statement

A safe place for the practice of life for those whose lives have been interrupted by human trafficking, exploitation and prostitution.

Description

Dorothy’s House was once a rundown house and a beautiful goal to help survivors of human trafficking in Iowa. Led by our founder, the community helped transform the house into a safe, supportive space for survivors. We first opened our doors to residents in January 2016. Now, we offer safe housing, access to basic needs, therapeutic services and a wide range of resources to remove barriers survivors face and foster community engagement.

Our assessment tools help identify each participant’s support needs. Then they begin our curriculum, Practice Makes Purpose; Turning Your Wounds Into Wisdom. Programming and services that volunteers help us provide include (but are not limited to): non-traditional therapeutic programming (equine, writer’s workshop, gardening, art and crafts), life-skills coaching, bus training, nutrition and wellness, financial literacy training, meal planning/preparation, and recreational activities (bike riding, knitting, music lessons, game night, etc.)

In September 2024, our new Crisis Services Program opened its doors - offering women seeking safety 2 hours - 20 days of temporary housing while they heal and build a plan for their next step. We are proud to be the first organization in Iowa providing a full continuum of care to trafficking survivors - from crisis to restoration to transitional housing.

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights
Crisis Support
Women
Advocacy & Human Rights, Crisis Support, Women

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

DOWNTOWNDES MOINES, IA 50314

(41.60898,-93.62685)
 

SKILLS

  • Housekeeping

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+
  • Private Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • At least one (1) shift per month

Private Group Details

  • Group Size Range 1 - 5
  • Event can be held at organization location(s)
  • No Donation

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