Join a team of over 700 volunteers across Massachusetts empowering children through play and making a difference in the lives of children experiencing homelessness!
El programa Playspace ofrece a los voluntarios la oportunidad de retribuir a su comunidad de una forma significativa y adaptada a sus horarios. sólo dos horas a la semana marcan la diferencia para un niño que vive en un centro de acogida. Los voluntarios cuentan con el apoyo de un equipo dedicado de personal comprometido con el éxito de los voluntarios, el programa y las familias a las que servimos.
Horizons has designed and installed trauma informed rooms, called Playspaces, in shelters throughout Massachusetts with the intention of creating a safe and nurturing environment where children experiencing homelessness can do the things that all kids need…express themselves, build relationships with adults and other children, and have fun!
Learn more about the program and see our upcoming trainings.
“I have a friend who has been in and out of the shelter system with two children. I saw how debilitatingly hard it can be as a mom to live in a shelter and to experience homelessness. That inspired me to get involved and I am so glad I did. Horizons has enabled me to give back to families like my friend’s and that experience has been one of the best things in my life.”
Playspaces are child-centered rooms that Horizons has installed in family homeless shelters across Massachusetts. These rooms are designed to create a dedicated place for children to learn, play, and thrive while building connections with caring adults. Horizons’ Playspaces support the needs of children living in shelter by providing a space for play – a vital part of a child’s development. Our Playspace program is designed to build consistency in a time of uncertainty for kids living in shelter.
PALs are part of Horizons’ dedicated group of volunteers. PALs are expected to encourage play, make connections and create positive experiences with the children in the program. PALs are assigned to a weekly two-hour shift at a shelter nearest them. We ask that PALs commit to at least six months. Most shifts take place Monday through Thursday evenings, although limited morning and Friday shifts may be available in certain locations. Click here to apply.
Para nosotros es importante que los nuevos voluntarios se sientan preparados y seguros antes de empezar su primer turno en el Playspace, por lo que exigimos que todos los voluntarios completen una formación virtual. Te inscribirás en una próxima sesión de formación como parte de la solicitud.
Upcoming Volunteer Training Dates:
Las fechas adicionales se publicarán aquí a medida que se programen.
Learn more about interning with the Playspace team, here.
Visite nuestra Preguntas frecuentes o póngase en contacto con nosotros
Oficinas del Programa Playspace:
1785 Columbus Avenue
Roxbury, MA 02119
T: 617.553.5488
E: palsupport@horizonschildren.org
