Agency: Jewish Family Service of San Diego

Description:

Come join us at the College Avenue Older Adult Center (CAOAC) for a warm meal and a smile during their noontime lunch program!  During the first half hour, volunteers will serve lunch and drinks for individuals over the age of 60 who come to the center. During the second half hour, volunteers will chat and socialize with clients while clearing and cleaning tables.

Their mission: to serve the older population by providing a warm environment that assists seniors in continuing to live independently and remain involved in both the community of San Diego and the local Jewish community.

Project requirements: Join Flex Minimum age required: 16 with adult, 18 without adult Turn in a waiver form if you or your guest is below 18 years of age. If you are signing up guests or a team, please notify the team leader in advanced and limit the size of your group to 2 volunteers.

What you will need to know before attending the project: This is a kosher facility so please do not bring outside food. Volunteers may purchase a full lunch-meal for a $3 donation. Please wear comfortable closed-toe shoes and wear long hair up or tied back for health reasons. If this is your first time attending this event, or you would like more information please click here.

Please note: By signing up for projects and not attending, you may be depriving someone else of the opportunity to participate and the project of much-needed support.

This project is approved for volunteers with the following restrictions: Court-Ordered

Impact Areas: Seniors, Homelessness/Hunger: Meal Service, Health & Wellness: Family Services

Interests: The interests recommended for this project are:
Population Served: Seniors, Issue Area: Hunger / Nutrition, Types of Volunteering: Court Referred Opportunities

Skills: The skills helpful for participation in this project are:
General: Organizing / Sorting / Cleaning, General: Food Preparation