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NOVEMBER VOLUNTEER NEWSLETTER
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We're sure you're feeling the same way, but is it really November already?! Time is just flying by and at JFS we have been busy tutoring, socializing with elders in the community, assisting with medical appointments and so much more! In this month's newsletter you'll meet one of our great Patient Navigator's, learn some fun facts about corporate giving, learn about upcoming activities and more! |
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Occupation: Social Worker
Time with JFS: 1 year
Volunteer Position: Patient Navigator
Merrill joined JFS as a Patient Navigator last fall and helps with both assisting clients with medical appointments and office logistics. She had heard about the concept while she was working in healthcare and thought it sounded like something she would be interested in after she retired. When asked what she likes about the program she said, "I appreciate the opportunity to still be connected to 'helping people' in such a valuable program." She also likes the ability to have some ongoing contact with clients and meet new people. In her spare time she likes to read, go to the movies, theater, spend time at the beach, traveling, and cooking!
Merrill, you are such a great asset to the Patient Navigator team and JFS. You're kind heart and willingness to take on new roles is amazing. Thanks so much for all that you do for JFS!
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Does your business offer paid volunteer time? What about corporate volunteer events? Or matching gifts? Lots of businesses are seeing the value in working with community agencies.
The Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy releases a report each year with the trends in corporate community engagement and we thought we'd share some fast facts with you.
- Giving grew for 64% of companies between 2010 and 2013, and it increased by more than 10% for 52% of companies.
- 76% of companies are measuring and tracking the societal outcomes and/or impacts of their investments and starting to use the data to inform their core programs.
- 59% of companies provided paid-release time volunteer programs in 2013, up from 51% in 2010.
- 50% of companies provided pro bono service programs in 2013, up from 34% in 2010.
All data pulled from the Giving in Numbers report found here. If you're interested in seeing how your business can partner with JFS, please reach out, we'd love to talk to you more about it! |
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331 hours were donated to the Metrowest community during the month of October! That's an impressive number! Thank you to everyone who has contributed to that total! If you are not tracking your own hours (excluding Patient Navigators and Wilson Mentors), we can show you how so that we can get an even more accurate number!
 To thank you for your service, those who have reached 20 hours (recorded in our database) will be eligible to receive a t-shirt. This month's volunteers who reached this milestone are:
- Barbara Bell
- Virginia Hatch
- Karen Block
Let us know how you'd like to get your t-shirt!
THANK YOU for all that you do!
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Healthy Harvest - Reducing Achievement Gaps
Healthy Harvest is a fresh fruit and vegetable distribution that began in 2010 to support the larger Reducing Achievement Gaps initiative at Woodrow Wilson Elementary School.
 Reducing Achievement Gaps is a holistic and multi-dimensional approach to remediate the academic under performance of poor children in an immigrant community. Through tutoring and mentoring, Reducing Achievement Gaps promotes children's academic success. Through parental support and empowerment, and by helping families meet basic needs, Reducing Achievement Gaps bolsters family stability.
Healthy Harvest is just one component to thiscomprehensive program which provides 80 families with a bag of produce twice a month. Bags full of fruits, vegetables, and a healthy recipe help to encourage and support healthy nutrition.
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JFS has lots of upcoming opportunities. Please let us know if you are interested and help spread the word!
- Seize the Dream Food Committee: Want to help us plan the delicious food that is provided at Seize the Dream? Join our Food Committee! We're looking for 2 volunteers to help us in recruiting food providers, maintaining communication with restaurants, and collecting paperwork. This position requires someone to be comfortable on a computer with emails, Microsoft word, and willingness to make phone calls or in-person visits to restaurants. Many responsibilities can take place off-site.
- Seize the Dream Auction Committee: Help us collect auction items and make this year's auction better than ever! We are looking for 3 volunteers to join the Auction Committee. Must be comfortable with the computer and be willing to learn an online auction platform. Combination of in office and off site work.
- Volunteer Communication Specialist: Looking for a volunteer to join the volunteer department and help us with communication. Responsibilities include maintaining web postings for volunteer positions, assistance with newsletter communications, and help with flyers. Experience with computers and ability to learn different applications.
- BINGO: Call BINGO for the residents at Hastings House (115 Cochituate Rd). It's a blast for anyone of any age! Typically happens on Monday nights from 7-8:30. Possibility of Thursday night option. The residents will teach you all you need to know to call it out, no experience necessary!
ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES
- Patient Navigators: become a volunteer Patient Navigator and assist older adults during their medical appointments. Help give them the confidence they need to face doctor's and provide support and guidance throughout. Upcoming training on: November 10th
- All Stars & Math Academy: Volunteer as a mentor for 3rd or 4th graders in two different after-school programs. Help show that learning is important and fun! Check out this video to learn more about this great opportunity!
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- Friendly Visitors: Volunteer to provide companionship to an older adult in the community. Visit once a week to play cards, take a walk, go to the movies, or just hang out.
Please contact us or visit our website to learn more about each of these opportunities and please tell your friends!
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Happy November!
Sarah Roth, MSW
Coordinator of Community Engagement
& Immigrant Services
508-875-3100 x320
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475 Franklin St. Suite 101 Framingham, MA 01702 � 508.875.3100
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