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Become A Friend to Families in Crisis

Hybrid, Volunteer must be in or near Austin, TX
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    2-10 hours a month
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    20
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Family, Poverty, Women
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    21+
    Other Requirements:
    Pass a background check

    Description

    Become A Friend to Families in Crisis

    Family Friends provide needed support and friendship to parents in crisis.

    Parenting in isolation is challenging, especially for single parents. As a Family Friend, you have the opportunity to help parents feel less alone by offering them a listening ear and someone to do life with. From park hangs to getting coffee or celebrating a birthday together, your friendship can be life changing.

    Family Friends must attend training, be background checked, and go through an application process. All family friends should be 21 years or older to volunteer.

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in or near Austin, TX
    Associated Location
    Austin, TX, USA

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