Volunteer Opportunities

There is always plenty to be done at JFVS!

300 Volunteers support the community with more than 10,000 hours of service. Volunteer opportunities include:

Delivering Kosher Meals on Wheels
Participating in the friendly visitor program to the homebound
Assisting in the adult day care program with programming or as group aides
Providing transportation for the elderly to socialization programs
Organizing and stocking the Kosher Food Pantry
Preparing and delivering holiday packages
Tutoring English
Providing assistance with acculturation, citizenship, test preparation and socialization
Public relations, marketing, fund development and clerical/administrative aid

To volunteer:
Contact: Joanne Bartosik at JFVS, 732-777-1940, or send e-mail to joanneb@jfvs.org, or use the volunteer form.

Kosher Meals on Wheels

Volunteers work alone or in teams to deliver Kosher Meals on Wheels to homebound disabled and/or elderly in Middlesex County. We need drivers and “jumpers.” Jumpers get out of the car and bring the meal to the home. Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday, 2 hours per week or as a substitute on an as-needed basis.
Skills: Valid NJ driver’s license for driver. Must have own car and be insured.
Date: Ongoing
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Friendly Visitor

Make weekly visits to an isolated homebound senior adult, one hour per week. Mostly weekdays, but weeknights/weekends are sometimes available.
Skills: Must enjoy senior population
Date: Ongoing
Est. Time: 1 hour per week

CAMEO Program

CAMEO (Challenging Adult Minds and Energizing Ourselves) is a senior day program for adults with physical disabilities who are cognitively alert. Emphasis on physical and cognitive stimulation. Volunteers coordinate activities and provide social and emotional support. Volunteers are needed Tuesdays or Thursdays, 1 day or 1/2 day.
Skills: Enjoy working with seniors and eople with physical disabilities
Date: Ongoing
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:45 PM

Elderday Care Center

The Elderday program provides social day care for frail seniors. Volunteers help provide and coordinate a wide range of activities for the clients. Complimentary breakfast and lunch are provided for volunteers. Volunteers should be available 1 day or 1/2 day per week.
Skills: Must enjoy working with the frail senior population
Date: Ongoing
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Refugee Services/ESL

We are always in need of dedicated volunteers looking to assist new immigrants become active, educated and engaged US citizens. Volunteer tutors meet with legal permanent residents to help them prepare for the US citizenship exam, teaching them about American History, politics, government and culture, as well as civics-focused ESL (English as a Second Language). Tutors meet in local libraries, community centers and houses of worship. Schedules are flexible and new volunteers are always welcome.
Skills: Teaching background helpful
Date: As needed

Transportation

We are always looking for volunteers to provide transportation to counseling, medical appointments, group sessions, etc. for clients. This service is invaluable to those that are without their own means of transportation. If you are looking to make a tangible difference in someone’s life, we urge you to contact us and volunteer.
Skills: Valid NJ driver’s license. Must have own car and be insured.
Date: As needed