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Jan 8
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Feb 9
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Virtual Opportunity
Help us reach 10,000 isolated seniors Join our My Dear Friend Campaign and write Valentines Day cards to bring celebration and a sense of community into the lives of seniors. Make Cards to Uplift Socially Isolated Seniors Brighten someone’s day with a cheerful message to create a connection and remind them they’re not alone. Every year, more than 3.3 million seniors spend time in senior homes across the United States. It’s estimated that 60% of them will never receive visitors, with the possibility of that number nearing 100%. Through this virtual card-making and letter-writing experience, you can do your part to alleviate the effects of social isolation for seniors living in residential care. You’re welcome to use colored pencils, markers, pens, branded stationery, lined paper, or plain white printing paper. It’s not about the stationery-it’s the messages that are written that mean so much! How it works: Start each letter with the salutation "My Dear Friend" Write large so the seniors can read your notes without assistance Share a little about yourself (your family, hobbies, work, pets, interests, etc.) or a positive message that will brighten their day Can’t find the words? Consider a drawing or painting To close the letter, include your first name and location (and for kids, their age) For delivery, you will have the option to send your physical card by mail or submit it digitally via email or the organization’s website. What to bring: Stationery or paper Envelope Pen or pencil A postage stamp (optional) Craft supplies and decorations (optional)
Date Posted: Dec 19, 2024
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Jan 31
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Apr 30
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Charlotte, NC 28217
If you are a teen in high school or college looking for a hands-on community service opportunity, consider starting a GlamourGals chapter at your school . Over half of seniors living in residential care do not receive visitors. You have the power to change that! GlamourGals teen volunteers provide our signature program of beauty makeovers to senior residents living in care on an monthly basis, bringing them community and renewed sense of self. Each chapter (club) is supported by GlamourGals National staff who provide training, materials, leadership development, ongoing mentoring and recognition to ensure success. You bring the creativity, excitement, and passion for our mission, and we support you in every step of the way. At this time our programming is limited to the United States and Canada. Learn more and get your chapter started: https://www.glamourgals.org/get-involved/students
Date Posted: Jan 31, 2025
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Jan 31
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Apr 30
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Jackson, MS 39201
If you are a teen in high school or college looking for a hands-on community service opportunity, consider starting a GlamourGals chapter at your school . Over half of seniors living in residential care do not receive visitors. You have the power to change that! GlamourGals teen volunteers provide our signature program of beauty makeovers to senior residents living in care on an monthly basis, bringing them community and renewed sense of self. Each chapter (club) is supported by GlamourGals National staff who provide training, materials, leadership development, ongoing mentoring and recognition to ensure success. You bring the creativity, excitement, and passion for our mission, and we support you in every step of the way. At this time our programming is limited to the United States and Canada. Learn more and get your chapter started: https://www.glamourgals.org/get-involved/students
Date Posted: Jan 31, 2025
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Jan 31
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Apr 30
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Henderson, NV 89014
If you are a teen in high school or college looking for a hands-on community service opportunity, consider starting a GlamourGals chapter at your school . Over half of seniors living in residential care do not receive visitors. You have the power to change that! GlamourGals teen volunteers provide our signature program of beauty makeovers to senior residents living in care on an monthly basis, bringing them community and renewed sense of self. Each chapter (club) is supported by GlamourGals National staff who provide training, materials, leadership development, ongoing mentoring and recognition to ensure success. You bring the creativity, excitement, and passion for our mission, and we support you in every step of the way. At this time our programming is limited to the United States and Canada. Learn more and get your chapter started: https://www.glamourgals.org/get-involved/students
Date Posted: Jan 31, 2025
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Feb 14
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Feb 14
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01:00 PM
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03:00 PM
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New York, NY 10003
Love seniors? Love giving manicures? Attend a makeover at Sirovich Center with GG National! No experience necessary! Just bring yourself and a positive attitude. GlamourGals is a nonprofit that organizes and inspires teen volunteers to provide ongoing companionship and complimentary beauty makeovers to seniors living in senior homes. GlamourGals creates a movement of compassionate teen leaders working to end elder isolation. Chapters are student-led and based in high schools (grades 9-12) and universities. We currently have over 120 active chapters across the country. What you can do as a volunteer: Connect with seniors in your community and improve their overall wellbeing Participate in manicures to help seniors feel young again Provide seniors with a restored sense of dignity through personal attention and the warmth of caring touch Gain the opportunity to listen to and share their stories Bridge the gap between generations in your community Check out our website to find out more about us! www.glamourgals.org Read our weekly blog posts about our volunteers' stories from their GlamourGals experiences! www.glamourgals.org/blog/
Date Posted: Jan 16, 2025