Today I was supposed to work with the youth in SVDP, but many couldn't make it so the meeting was rescheduled. Instead, I went on two "home visits." This happens when a person calls the organization to ask for help with electric/water bills, food needs, or home necessities. Two volunteers then go to the residence of the person and find out what they need. We take down their information such as # of people in the family, income, and what they are having problems with. Today, we helped someone with their electric bill and some food from the pantry while a another family with their water bill. I can't go into much detail because of confidentiality reasons, but it felt like time well spent. St. Vincent de Paul is an organization where people in need can ask for help and receive not only what they need, but compassion and understanding. We take the time to get to know them a little and not just label them as a number.
Hours Volunteered: 2
Total Hours To Date: 9
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