A Community of Friends

Organization Description

A Community of Friends’ mission is to end homelessness through the provision of quality permanent supportive housing for people with mental illness.

A Community of Friends, a nonprofit organization providing permanent supportive housing for families who have been chronically homeless, many of whom suffer from mental illness and/or substance abuse. As part of our ongoing mission to end the vicious cycle of homelessness, we have launched an afterschool program that will provide children with the academic and emotional support so desperately needed in lives filled with trauma and suffering, and we would like interns interested in helping establish such program. Part of the afterschool program and intern responsibilities also involves the introduction of the arts for therapeutic and enrichment purposes along with free spirited excise and play. Here is a link to our agency’s website for reference: www.acof.org

Program Information

At A Community of Friends, academic and enrichment programs offer unique opportunities for interns to explore with school-aged children topics and interests through engaging, hands-on and/or remotely created activities. Children may be introduced to varying concepts and varying approaches that expand upon the learning done in the classroom. Above all, intern contribute to a welcoming environment of experiential learning that fosters critical thinking and creativity, thereby, encouraging and empowering children to make healthier choices on their own.

Goals

Foster an inclusive environment in which each participant’s individuality will be respected, understood, and embraced

Provide a safe and nurturing environment that supports the developmental, social-emotional, physical, and personal well-being of all

Design activities utilizing meaningful and engaging learning methods that promote collaboration and maintain high expectations

Promote the well-being of youth through opportunities to learn about and practice balanced nutrition, physical activity, and other healthy choices

 

 

Health & Safety
Additional requirements and/or considerations
  • Background Check (e.g. fingerprinting/livescan, driving record)
  • RISK: Students may be working with behaviorally challenged populations.
Address 
3701 Wilshire Blvd. #700
Los Angeles, CA 90010
United States
General Phone 
(323) 757-0670
Website:
http://acof.org
Student Contact 
Name
Daniel Madrid
Job Title
Family and Children Specialist
Phone
(323) 757-0670
Email
dmadrid@acof.org
Program(s) 
Service Learning
Organization type 
Education - Early Childhood (Nonprofit)
Focus Population(s)
Children/Youth
Focus Area(s)
Civic Engagement, Education, Emergency Services & Public Safety, Food & Housing Security, Health & Medicine