Volunteer Camp
Interview an Elderly Person and Write Their Story
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Students will interview an elderly person and write some of their stories to give back to them in a reading on Friday. A time of connection, friendship, and learning about living history. The students make a real difference in the lives of the elderly people they get to know, while practicing the lifelong skills of listening, asking questions, and establishing rapport with people who are different from themselves.
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Testimonials:
"This camp is a gem. It brings together writing, interviewing, creativity, and relatedness skills. It was precious to see the friendship forged between my daughter and two elderly women. It broadened her horizons in so many ways! This is education in the best sense of the word." -Debi Applebaum, Portland mom |
"...story is a medicine which strengthens and arights the individual and the community."
- Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes
"...story is a medicine which strengthens and arights the individual and the community."
- Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes
$50 discount offered for additional siblings.
Cancellation and Refund Policy: 100% refund up to 45 days before the event. 50% refund 30 - 44 days before the event. 30 days and thereafter, no refunds. If this event is held next year, you can apply 100% of what you have paid to next years event. Non-transferable to another event or for another person.
 Sarah with her daughter
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"Sarah is very steady and real. I want my kids with someone who really cares about them, and she does." - Bonnie McBee, Portland Mom |