Last night I was amazed and inspired by the young women at Excelsior Youth Center. After practicing the game and their teaching methods the night before, the girls taught us one of their favorite card games –phase 10.
While we were at Excelsior I was struck by the openness and honesty of both the girls and the staff. At a center where young women go because of behavior difficulties, I would imagine that this is not easy, yet I also think it is probably one of the reasons for their successful treatment rate. Excelsior had a very positive atmosphere where the girls felt comfortable to talk about their situations and the staff gave them the opportunity to do so.
For the other volunteers who were at Excelsior:
-What was your favorite aspect of volunteering at Excelsior?
-Do you think we helped create change in our time volunteering? Why or why not? If not, how do you think we could create change in the future?
-What are your thoughts on Excelsior in comparison to the other organizations we have volunteered at?
-Nancy
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Monday, February 4, 2008
TeamWorks Session 2 – Homelessness and Hunger Begins!
Homelessness is a serious issue throughout the world. Denver is of course no exception and homelessness has received increasing attention over the past few years with the creation of Denver’s Road Home.
TeamWorks session 2 will spend the next six weeks focusing on homelessness and hunger. Over this time the group will increase their education and awareness, reflect on the issue at hand, and volunteer their time. TeamWorks will volunteer at Brandon Center, Denver Rescue Mission, Food Bank of the Rockies, and The Delores Project.
Last week Team Members gathered together for orientation and to begin education and discussion. The group was able to share their diverse range of experiences and knowledge. This conversation was facilitated by Team Leaders Michelle and Mary, and also greatly aided by guest speakers Randle Loeb of the Metro Denver Homeless Initiative and James a graduate from Urban Peak.
Keep checking the TeamWorks Blog frequently as Team Members from Session 2 will be joining those from Session 1 in posting their thoughts and experiences!
TeamWorks session 2 will spend the next six weeks focusing on homelessness and hunger. Over this time the group will increase their education and awareness, reflect on the issue at hand, and volunteer their time. TeamWorks will volunteer at Brandon Center, Denver Rescue Mission, Food Bank of the Rockies, and The Delores Project.
Last week Team Members gathered together for orientation and to begin education and discussion. The group was able to share their diverse range of experiences and knowledge. This conversation was facilitated by Team Leaders Michelle and Mary, and also greatly aided by guest speakers Randle Loeb of the Metro Denver Homeless Initiative and James a graduate from Urban Peak.
Keep checking the TeamWorks Blog frequently as Team Members from Session 2 will be joining those from Session 1 in posting their thoughts and experiences!
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