2023 Winter Package Delivery and Friendly Chat with Older Adults

DOROT's Winter Package Delivery brings hundreds of older adults and volunteers together to share warmth and companionship. Volunteers are needed to deliver a thoughtful, seasonal care package and connect with an older neighbor!

"It was a pleasure speaking with the volunteer. It is a comfort having DOROT in our lives. The bag of goodies is a very welcome treat and very much appreciated. DOROT is a blessing for all the people you serve!" - Ruth (DOROT senior)

Volunteer requirements:

• ​Must be 18+
• Must provide a valid, U.S. government-issued photo ID
• Must wear a mask while participating in the Package Delivery Program
• Must be able to attend the online orientation
• Must be able to pick up and deliver packages at the specified date and time

1. Before January 23: "Express Interest" in one of the delivery dates below to record this opportunity in your Volunteer New York! profile and alert the volunteer coordinator. Registration for this opportunity closes on January 23 at 11:59 p.m.
2. Click here to complete your registration with DOROT Westchester. Volunteers who do not complete this step will not be registered!
3. On January 24 at 12:30 p.m.: log online to attend a Zoom orientation with instructions on delivering your package
4. On January 29 from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: pick up a care package from DOROT and deliver your package to your assigned neighbor' home. Stick around for a visit or call/Zoom them later for a 20-30 minute chat!