Opportunities From: Jewish Family and Child Services of Portland

JFCS is looking for volunteers to help with notary needs for our Holocaust Survivor Services clients. They often need their reparation documents notarized so they can have continued care support. This simple step can be a huge roadblock for them in getting the care that they need. Your help can make a huge difference. If you are a certified notary, sign up here so we can contact you when a client needs your help.

COVID-19 has highlighted how many individuals in our community do not have enough access to the technology that powers society. JFCS has a goal to supply clients in need with the materials and information so they can use technology. We are looking for volunteers who feel comfortable assisting these clients in their journey to become tech-proficient. Some possibilities include:

Helping a client set up a new device (iPad, Laptop, cell phone)

Helping a client learn Zoom

Allow clients to reach out to you via email for specific  questions, like, how to install programs, how to trouble-shoot internet connectivity

Leading special sessions for several people to tune into to (i.e. hold a seminar "Tricks to Identify Phishing Scams" via Zoom)

We have clients who aren't able to drive themselves, which can make even the simplest of tasks into a production. We want to make sure our clients can have access to important places, like medical appointments, office meetings, or even the pharmacy to get a COVID booster shot. This is where you come in, by volunteering your time and energy to drive these clients you will add dignity and independence to the lives of these individuals. You will always have the choice in who, when, and where you drive. We will provide you with detailed information to help you decide before each ride.

Please be sure you've accurately identified which hours you're available on your User Profile. We will use this information when trying to find a scheduled match for a client.

Please read the Transportation information document below and agree to follow the outlined policy.

*Please note, participating in a transportation program requires a background check and a DMV check that will be sent to you by Sterling Volunteers if you respond to this opportunity*

Friendly Callers are volunteers who want to lend ~30 minutes a week to connect with a community member in need of a friendly voice. Please be able to commit to two months for starters. Please read the Friendly Caller Into Document below.

Friendly Visitors serve the same purpose of being a friend to those in need, however, they visit at the client's home. They do this for an hour once a week or once every other week. Please be able to commit to about 4 months for starters. 

Fill out this basic information so you are added to the list of interested volunteers. Sammy will reach out if your schedule is a good fit for a client in need of a call OR post the specifications of a client here that you can sign-up directly for. Please note if you only want to be a caller or only a visitor.

*Please note you will be background checked to fulfill this opportunity*