Volunteer and Community Engagement Project
Goals of the Project:
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Assess and increase the positive impact of volunteerism on the Island with a special focus on those volunteering who are over the age of 60.
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Identify technology platforms that can enhance recruitment and management of volunteers.
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Explore the concept of Time Banking that serves as an incentive to expand volunteerism.
Partnering with Vineyard Vision Fellowship
The Martha's Vineyard Vision Fellowship is a catalyst that promotes innovative initiatives that strengthen the social sustainability of the island. The Fellowship provides funding for two years to Healthy Aging MV for this project in order to expand the contributions and positive impact of volunteers over the age of 60 to our community.
Meet Karen Tewhey, Vineyard Vision Fellow and Community Engagement Project Coordinator
Project approach:
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Phase 1: Needs assessment of current involvement of volunteers in the community
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Phase 2: Research into technology platforms that facilitate recruitment of volunteers and the concept of a Volunteer Bank of donated hours.
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Phase 3: Develop pilot project that uses technology or other assets to enhance volunteerism on the island.
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Phase 4: Small scale launch of new progam(s)
Community Engagement Steering Committee Members:
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Camp Jabberwocky
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Edgartown Council on Aging
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Elder Services of Cape and Islands
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Harbor Homes of Martha's Vineyard
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Island Grown Initiative
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Martha's Vineyard Center for Living
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Martha's Vineyard Community Services
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Martha's VIneyard Hospice
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Martha's Vineyard Hospital
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Martha's Vineyard Non-Profit Collaborative
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Oak Bluffs Council on Aging
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Up-Island Council on Aging
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Vineyard Village at Home
New Perspectives on Community Engagement
