Virtual Volunteering
Volunteer Virtually at Hearth!
Volunteers have always been a staple at Hearth. Our residents truly enjoy connecting with long-time volunteers and meeting new ones. During the Covid-19 pandemic, we began virtual volunteering and connected with people from near and far. These virtual connections make just as big of a difference with our elders, and this is a program that is here to stay!
Through video chats on Zoom, volunteers can lead activities and interact with residents from anywhere.
Virtual Volunteering: Virtual volunteers are able to run an activity from the safety of their own homes. Activities may include, hosting bingo, playing select card and board games, such as Crazy 8’s and Scattegories, leading a prayer session, having a poetry or jam session, joining in a sing-a-long or karaoke, hosting a comedy night, and so much more. Have an idea? Share it!
Looking for something with a more flexible time commitment? Check out these opportunities: *You do not need to complete the volunteer application for the following opportunities.
Letters of Encouragement and Artwork: We are asking for notes of encouragement and artwork for our residents. Receiving a note or viewing artwork from the community can put a lasting smile on our elders’ faces. Send us whatever artwork/notes that is your niche (painting, photography, coloring pages, cards, poetry etc.). This is a great activity for all ages! Send cards and artwork to Hearth, Inc. Attn: Rhonda Pieroni 1640 Washington Street Boston, MA 02118
Don’t know what to create and send? We have some Hearth coloring pages – fun for everyone! Download Coloring Pages Here
Assemble a Housewarming Box for a Newly Housed Senior: Support an older adult transitioning off the streets or out of a shelter into an apartment of their own with a “housewarming box”. Baskets include supplies that will help formerly homeless seniors make a fresh start and transform their new apartment into a place that feels like home. This is a great project for families, friends and coworkers to work on together! You can find a list of what to include in welcome basket HERE.
