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As many people are changing jobs and losing jobs too during this recession, there are more and more needs of hands in homeless shelter and soup kitchen. There are several ways to get started. Here are some simple steps on how to start volunteering:
Steps
Make yourself available wholeheartedly to the cause. You cannot be just lukewarm since it will not help the people you are helping.
Check at local food pantry or other non-profit organization whether they are hosting this type of activity
Sign up and make sure to ask what are the specific needs that are currently in deficit. It could be baby food, rice, sugar, flour, dried noodle, canned vegetables and beans, macaroni, fresh fruits, or it could be clothing, blankets, sleeping bags, bed sheets, pillows, laundry detergent, shoes, socks, bags, and so on.
Sign up for the serving opportunity such as: cooking the foods, serving to the homeless, teaching the homeless language or other skills, counseling the homeless on their personal, financial or family problem based on your skills and ability.
Be open-hearted and pace yourself so that you can juggle your family time as well. It will be even better if some of your family members want to join you together to volunteer in the homeless shelterAdvertisement
Community Q&A
- QuestionCan I volunteer at a homeless shelter if I am a kid?
Community AnswerIt depends on the specific rules of the homeless shelter, but you can come up with other ways to help too. You might be able to make an art project for the kids or make cookies to share with them. You can also donate needed items, like books, toys or blankets. - QuestionWhere can I volunteer near Boca Raton, Florida?
SapphiaCommunity AnswerBoca Helping Hands is an organization located in Boca Raton, Florida. It serves homeless people in the area. There is a section of their website dedicated to volunteer opportunities. - QuestionIs there any way to start off with being a volunteer, then building my own homeless shelter?
Community AnswerResearch and first hand experience of how 'the system' works are crucial elements. And first, seeing if this is something you realistically can put into motion being there are lots of factors. Try not to allow yourself to get overwhelmed with research; take it step by step to avoid any burn out in your goal. I believe the mission of setting up a shelter of any kind is a double positive even though the mental load may be high sometimes. I wish you the best.
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