Volunteer! Jewish Family Service of Metrowest needs you!

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to visit an elderly or disabled person Visit an elderly or disabled person! Provide transportation or help with errands, or just chat. More info: Thea Bader. to bring Jewish worship and study to elders Elders living in Metrowest residential facilities often have difficulty maintaining connections to Jewish life and community. Volunteers lead Shabbat and holiday services at the residences. More info: Mindee Meltzer. to improve the health and well being of area elderly residents Healthy Partners delivers a primary prevention approach to health and well-being. Volunteer to lead exercise classes, arts and crafts, music groups or help with data collection. Share your special interestes with the group.. More info: Diana O'Brien. to mentor a first-time mother Becoming a new mom is challenging, rewarding--and stressful! Experienced moms can mentor an isolated new mom, sharing the joys and frustrations of parenthood. More info: Thea Bader. to help adoptive families or support adoption Family support, foster care, data collection. Adoption volunteers make the difference for birth parents and waiting families. More info: Dale Eldridge, Adoption Choices

Are you ready to make a difference? Many of JFS/MW's programs depend on volunteers. Hundreds of local residents are making an impact through their participation. We encourage people of all ages, professions, backgrounds and language abilities to come here to make a difference. Download application (PDF) or request a paper application Diana O'Brien (508) 875-3100 DObrien@jfsmw.org

to tutor elementary students after school The All Star Club supports third- and fourth-graders--half of whom are bilingual in Portuguese--in English, math, and enrichment activities. More info: Diana O'Brien. to inspire girls to excel in math and science Female volunteers talented in math and science are needed for the Wizards, an afterschool program for fifth-grade girls in Framingham. More info: Lucia Carballo. to get the word out about JFS/MW Volunteers get the word out! We welcome your help with our website, announcements, graphics, or table staffing at events. Share your skills. to assist in the JFS/MW office Help us with the nuts and bolts of running the agency! to donate furniture Refugees need furniture in good condition. All donations are tax deductible. For more information or to arrange a pick-up, please leave a message for Dora Mirsky (508) 875-3100