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As a DOROT volunteer, you’ll make a difference in your life and the lives of others. Connect across generations, share your skills and knowledge, and build meaningful friendships. Volunteer in person, online, or by phone.

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Spring and fall Teen Internship Programs at DOROT help teens bring vital social connections to older adults while learning, earning community services hours, and having fun.

Academic Year Teen Internship

Time Commitment: Weekly

Location: DOROT (Manhattan)

High School Students: Volunteer with DOROT and make a difference in the lives of older adults. Be part of building our vibrant intergenerational community.

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Teens and older adults create lasting bonds during our B Mitzvah Opportunities as they explore Jewish values, ideas, and traditions through engaging discussions and hands-on activities.

Bar and Bat Mitzvah Engagement

Time Commitment: Flexible

Location: DOROT (Manhattan)

Give special meaning to your Bar or Bat Mitzvah experience by volunteering with DOROT. Choose from a variety of opportunities—join our B-Mitzvah Experience or take part in activities such as making cards, delivering packages, or joining our Intergenerational Chess program.

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Making a birthday or holiday card can bring joy to an older adult.

Birthday and Holiday Cardmaking

Time Commitment: Flexible

Location: Out in the Community

Brighten an older adult’s day by sharing the joy of a handmade greeting card! Whether for a birthday or holiday, your thoughtful creation will bring warmth, connection, and a smile to someone who truly appreciates it.

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Fun moments at a Sports Trivia event for older adults.

Community & Corporate Groups

Time Commitment: Flexible

Location: DOROT (Manhattan)

We are excited to welcome community, college, and corporate groups to engage with older adults in meaningful ways that brighten everyone’s days.

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Genuine Connections is online programming that allows teens and older adults to connect through various programs and discussion groups.

GENuine Connections

Join an online community building friendships between adults 65+ and high school students. Discover how intergenerational bonds can enrich your life.

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DOROT's graduate student internship opportunities are rewarding and impactful.

Graduate Student Internship Program

Time Commitment: Academic year

Location: DOROT (Manhattan)

Master’s level social work students and rabbinical students have a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the field of aging services within a highly esteemed agency.

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Intergenerational Chess

Time Commitment: Weekly, Limited Series

In our Intergenerational Chess program, older adults and students in grades 6 – 12 come together to teach and learn chess from each other while connecting and having fun. Become part of this meaningful community.

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Intergenerational chess playing brings an opportunity to learn, enrich the mind, and bring joy to older adults and teens alike.

Intergenerational Chess in Westchester

Time Commitment: Weekly, Limited Series

Discover the joy of intergenerational friendship and volunteerism through playing chess. We welcome teens and older adults of any skill level, even first-time players.

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Intergenerational programming bring joy and connection to older adults and teens alike.

Intergenerational Programs

Find common ground across generations through fun and meaningful intergenerational programs. Laugh, connect, and build bonds while making a difference in our multi-generational community.

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Jewish Summer Teen Interns connect with an older adult during DROTO's Nosh and Kibitz program.

Jewish Summer Teen Internship

Time Commitment: 4 weeks

Join a cohort of high school interns who make a difference in the lives of older adults while gaining important leadership skills and exploring Jewish connections.

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