Help provide child care assistance for parenting grandparents attending a monthly support group! Volunteers are needed once a month on the second Tuesday of the month from 6:30 8 pm in Lowell and on the last Tuesday of the month from 6:00 7:30 pm in Lawrence. Volunteers will supervise children while the Grandparents as Parents ("GAP") support group meets. The average age of children being cared for is 8-14 years old. Volunteers play games and participate in activities with the youth. Bilingual ability (Spanish-English) is helpful but not required. The Grandparents As Parents (GAP) program exists to identify and respond to the unique concerns of parenting grandparents and kin and the children they are rearing. Linkage for grandparents and kin is provided within the program by support groups and by the broader community.

Would you like to volunteer, but find you are unable to make a commitment outside your home at this time? Do you like to knit, crochet or sew? Would you like to make handmade items for Catholic Charities' children or elders (e.g. hats, mittens, baby items and warm lap robes), or perhaps knit a warm adult ski hat for a refugee?

El Centro Del Cardenal's Food Pantry, located in the South End, needs Spanish-speaking volunteers who are available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. On Wednesdays, volunteers are needed to help pick up food between 9 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

An inter-generational program for retired men and women, 60 years of age or older, able to give 15 hours a week to bring a lifetime of experiences to work with, mentor, guide and develop relationships with young children. Stipend and transportation reimbursement.

There are many levels of involvement for volunteers in the fundraising activities of the Labouré Center in South Boston, from one-time events to monthly planning meetings. Volunteers may assist with three annual events: fall golf tournament, Christmas house tour and spring silent auction.

Catholic Charities' Haitian Multi-Service Center at the Yawkey Center in Dorchester strives to help recent immigrants reach social and economic self-sufficiency through education, health services, emergency services and child care. Volunteers are needed in the following programs: child care, food pantry, adult education and elderly services. A volunteer might be "mixed and matched" with one or more of the above programs.

South Boston T.E.A.M. (Together Engaging Adolescents through Mentoring) seeks caring adults to mentor youth from South Boston between the ages of 10 and 16. Mentors and mentees meet at least once a week for a few hours at a time for a minimum of one year. Mentors receive training and ongoing support from T.E.A.M. staff throughout the duration of the match. In fostering solid friendships between young people and their mentors, T.E.A.M. seeks to enhance the resiliency of the youth through increased self-esteem, school attachedment, and the ability to make positive life choices.

El Centro del Cardenals Youth Education program is seeking mentors, tutors, and coaches to assist their students. Students range from 16-21 years old and are in the GED program. Bilingual candidates (Spanish - English) are encouraged to apply.Mentors must be able to provide support and guidance to students as they transition into college and/or the workplace. They must also be willing to introduce students to new activities and accompany them on college visits. Mentoring hours are generally available after school, beginning at 2 pm, Monday through Friday. Tutors must be able to assist students in subject areas they are struggling with in order for them to succeed. Students are enrolled in classes that cover the five core subjects (English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, and Spanish) present in secondary school curriculums. Tutoring can take place during school (10 AM to 2 PM) or after school (startging at 2 PM). Finally, coaches will be asked to organize and run after school extracurricular activities for students that may include athletics, creative arts, and student organizations.

Volunteer counselor to work with Pregnancy Help clients experiencing a crisis pregnancy. Registered nurse, social worker, mental health counselor, pastoral care provider or students in related fields, to do supportive counseling with clients and answer help-line calls. Flexible and weekend hours in both Natick and Brighton locations.

Volunteers are needed at Pregnancy Help to provide office assistance in Natick and also for off-site projects including our parish outreach program, serving as good will ambassadors explaining work of Pregnancy Help to parishes and agencies, and assistance with pick up and delivery of Parish Baby Shower items.

Receptionists are needed for 3-6 hours, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Receptionists are also needed to fill in during staff meetings and training sessions, which are held several evenings during the month (no later than 8:30 p.m.).

Mentors/Play buddies - Caring volunteers are needed to work with the children living in the residence, ages 1 month to 16 years. Energetic, responsible adults to take children on outings to the park or simply play a board game, color or help with homework within the residence.

Maintenance assistant - A volunteer is needed to help with minor repairs, installations or cleaning on an "as-needed" basis.

Computer literacy tutors - Knowledgeable, patient people with computer experience are needed to help train the staff and residents on basic Windows and other useful computer skills.

Volunteer will work with children in a classroom setting located in Jamaica Plain. Ages of children range from 3 to 5 years. Responsibilities will range from one-on-one activities to group projects and will change weekly. Qualifications include an enjoyment of children and a willingness to work as part of a team. Time commitment: two hours weekly with a commitment of 3 months.

The Teen Center at St. Peter's is seeking volunteers to tutor middle school and high school students in basic reading and math, as well as provide homework help. The Teen Center is especially seeking Capeverdean Creole and/or Portuguese speakers. Many of our teens are recent arrivals to this country and are in great need of academic support. Our tutoring program runs Monday through Friday, 5-7 p.m. We ask only a one day a week commitment from our tutors. If you are interested in volunteering or would like to learn more about our program, please contact us.

After-school volunteer tutors are needed for a vibrant, well-established Youth Tutoring Youth program that employs and trains adolescents to be tutors for elementary school students. Meeting after school during the school year and mornings in the summer, this program includes math and reading skill building, basic computer skills training, drug and alcohol awareness and educational and recreational field trips. Adult volunteers are needed to compliment and assist with the tutoring aspect of the program. Times of service are 4:30-5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. A minimum commitment of one time per week for 6 months is asked. Training is provided.

Teachers/tutors needed for an adult education program for adult newcomers to this country. Subject areas include English as a Second Language, English conversation, writing, literacy, basic and/or advanced mathematics, computer skills, GED and citizenship. Classes are held from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and 5:30-8 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Agency will adjust to the volunteer's availability, for example, one evening per week. Knowledge of French or Creole would be helpful, but not required.

Help an adult learn to read and speak English and use a computer. Catholic Charities El Centro del Cardenal located in Jamaica Plain seeks volunteer computer lab assistants, teaching assistants, and tutors for its daytime adult English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program. The ESOL classes are Monday-Thursday 9 AM to 1 PM. Volunteers will receive a program tour, an orientation, a volunteer manual, and supervision. There is a minimum commitment required of 2 hours a week for a cycle of classes, which last 12 weeks on average. Internships are possible. Bilingual candidates (Spanish - English) are encouraged to apply.

The Volunteer Registered Nurse is a qualified individual appointed to work as a volunteer under the direction of the Public Health and Wellness Coordinator to provide wellness visits to homebound elders with chronic diseases. These patients are not eligible for skilled nursing care that is reimbursable by insurance. Volunteer nurses are responsible for such tasks as: assessing patients' vital signs and weight at home visits; assessing patients' knowledge and compliance with prescribed medications; instructing patients about their disease processes and how to navigate the health care system; referring patients to appropriate community resources; developing an individualized nursing care plan for each patient; and completing paperwork after every visit. Qualifications: 1. A current license in good standing in the State of Massachusetts with education/ experience as outlined in the Massachusetts State Law. 2. The ability to lift, push, pull 50 pounds. 3. The ability to communicate, write, read in English. 4. The ability to complete documentation as required. 5. Must be able to commute between the Labour Center and patients' homes.

Catholic Charities' shelter for women, located in Somerville, occasionally has the need for a person (or group) to help with special projects, such as repairs, painting, carpentry, waxing floors, cutting grass, etc. This volunteer assignment would require one or two visits rather than an on-going commitment.

YoPros is an ecumenical group committed to cultivating and engaging young professionals who are dedicated and invested in supporting the anti-poverty work of Catholic Charities. The focus of YoPros is twofold: Connecting young adults who share the desire to be active in our mission through service, anti-poverty advocacy, and networking; and participation in group volunteer projects at our program sites in Eastern Massachusetts. If you are interested in learning more about YoPros or want to be added to the mailing list, email YoPros@ccab.org or follow us at http://twitter.com/yoprosccab.

Volunteers spend two hours per week in a child care setting in Lynn or Peabody. They may read to a child or children and provide social interaction.

Volunteers provide instruction to adult English Language Learners (ELL) individually or in small classes. Volunteers generally make a yearly commitment and meet with students once a week for one to two hours. Training is provided.

Clerical support is needed at offices in Lynn, Salem, and Danvers to answer telephones, greet clients, and help with paperwork and occasional mailings. Other special projects are based on skills and experience.

Volunteers are needed for seasonal help, including painting and small repairs as needed.

The food pantry at Catholic Charities South is open five days a week and distributes over 5,000 lbs of food weekly to 40-60 families a day. Volunteers are needed to assist with intake (basic computer skills required), "shopping" with clients, stocking shelves and cleaning. In addition, we offer clients the opportunity to apply for food stamps and / or partake in the Angel Food Ministry Program. Volunteers are needed to assist with paperwork and on the 3rd Saturday of every month to assist with AFM Food Distribution.

Volunteers are needed Mondays through Fridays, between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., and Monday evenings from 5-7 p.m. Bilingual helpful.

Parish volunteers with leadership skills are needed to help establish lay ministry outreach programs in areas south of Boston (i.e., cities and towns within the Archdiocese of Boston). Volunteers in these Outreach programs would reach out to frail, homebound and/or hospitalized elders providing spiritual support, sharing interests and conversation, occasional shopping, occasional transportation, providing information, reading and/or letter writing. Use your personal talents and life experience skills to help others! Catholic Charities will provide helpful ideas, training and ongoing support in establishing parish outreach programs.

Volunteers will assist with outreach by bringing the mission of Catholic Charities South to community groups, schools, youth organizations and corporations seeking more information on becoming involved with Catholic Charities. Ambassadors of Compassion will work with the Development Coordinator and Program Managers to present giving and volunteer opportunities to these various local groups. Examples of outreach include promotion of our annual Friends Feeding Families campaign or assisting groups run food drives, baby showers and diaper drives, or toy collections.

Catholic Charities South manages several fundraising events each year including a Spring Gala, Fall Golf Tournament and Fall Fashion Show. In addition we participate in The Rodman Ride for Kids and host an agency wide Friends Feeding Families Campaign that runs through the end of the summer into the holidays. Annually we mange a Turkey Distribution at Thanksgiving and distribute toys to families at Christmas. Volunteers are needed to help organize and manage events by serving on a leadership committee or providing administrative support including data entry, general mailings, sponsorship calls or product solicitation. Attendance at the events is required of all event volunteers.