Special Needs Support Group

Type of help: Description: As a volunteer you can help us create impactful and rewarding programs that encourage community, bolster moms’ confidence, and help parents develop skills. Volunteers also help contribute to a mom’s well-being, ultimately resulting in healthy families and healthy babies! At Friends, we believe we can improve the world for mothers and children, helping two generations at a time. We do that by strengthening New York City Nurse-Family Partnership (NYC NFP), through financial support that expands services and programming for new mothers and nurses. The NYC NFP operates the nationally acclaimed nurse home visiting model across the 5 boroughs that empowers first-time mothers to become the best mothers they can be. The core program is supported by government grants, but additional resources are needed. We work side by side with the NYC NFP staff to bring extra assistance to moms in their program. The Learn, Eat, and Play (LEAP) program connects NYC NFP moms with one another to learn, socialize, let their babies play, and engage in interesting talks focused on maternal and child wellbeing. Virtual LEAP sessions are regularly offered biweekly and are led or co-led by Friends staff, community members, or consultants. In 2023, we plan to reintroduce in-person programming. Our most popular sessions are: baby sign language, prenatal yoga, sound healing/minority mental health, mommy & me 30 minute meals.

Languages spoken: ENGLISH

What else ...: Note: Virtual events are held daytimes and typically are 45 minutes to 1 hour long. Typically sessions are hosted between 12-7pm EST.

How many travelers can volunteer?: Ask Friends of New York City Nurse-Family Partnership Inc. or Please complete our volunteer intake form here so that we can review and get back to you: https://tinyurl.com/2nvexspk * http://friendsofnycnfp.org/

Accommodation suggestions: N/A

Hours expected: We'll work with your schedule. Weekdays - Daytime and Evening Weekend - Daytime

Availability: SKILLS: • Family Therapy • Child Development • People Skills

Wish List: REQUIREMENTS: • Driver's License Needed • Must be at least 18 • Orientation or Training • One Hour Zoom Meet 1-2 times/year

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