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Hundreds of volunteers join us in our ministry, helping to ease
suffering in our region by providing direct service, advocating
for justice, and in many other ways. Our volunteers are a diverse
group. They are schoolchildren, college students and interns, parents
volunteering with their children, retirees, skilled laborers, and
business professionals. Volunteers bring tremendous talent and experience
to our programs, giving more than 20,000 hours of time each year.
Below are listed some of the ways in which concerned Long Islanders
give of their time. Perhaps one of these volunteer positions will
match your interests, skills, and availability.
Friendly Visitor
Friendly Visitors assist and comfort the seniors we serve. Friendly
Visitors help with small chores, read mail and bills, pick up
items at the store, play cards, and provide companionship to seniors
who are isolated and unable to get around. Catholic Charities
provides training and supervision, as well as opportunities for
spiritual nourishment.
Youth Tutor
Tutors help young people living in our Teaching Family Homes.
The young people in these residences need companionship, mentoring,
and tutoring to meet the challenge of school.
Mentors
Mentors are needed in our residential program for children. Mentors
will work individually with one or two children on a long term
basis, providing a sympathetic and concerned ear, helping with
homework, and assisting with recreational activities. A committment
of one year is required.
Group Volunteering
Catholic Charities welcomes volunteers from high schools, youth
ministry, and the corporate world. Groups may assist with the
following:
Adopt-a-Residence - Groups may visit our residences
for the developmentally disabled a few times a month to share
recreational activities and help plan special events with the
residents. Groups may get together to help plan barbecues, dinners,
or special outings for the residents. They may help teach computer
skills, join in with residents with musical or artistic talents
or spend a quiet afternoon playing board games or reading.
Opportunities exist for youth and confirmation groups,
please call the volunteer coordinator.
Visually Impaired Program
Visually Impaired Program in Lynbrook is always in need of volunteer
drivers to pick up clients and bring them to the center, then return
them home at the end of the session. This program only operates
on Thursdays. Drivers are welcome to stay and assist with recreational
activities or help serve lunch.
For more information about serving as a Catholic Charities volunteer,
call our volunteer services department at 516-733-7044. To send
an e-mail, click
here.
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