(COVID-19) Students Supporting Communities Program

The program provides a $3,500 grant to organizations that enables them to hire students to help seniors and other vulnerable groups facing social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic.

For delivery/support services, proposals must include ways to address social isolation issues, such as: establishment of a friendly visiting program (adhering to physical distancing); development of a grocery, clothing, medications and other necessities delivery program; support for community based food banks; innovative ideas and programs that support and promote social engagement for those who may not engage during these times. For technology support, proposals must include innovative and accessible ideas of how to teach or support technology while maintaining social distances, such as: development of a “how to” guides to be developed to be included in grocery delivery; creation of short “how-to” videos; development of an online guide to support families through assisting in tech set up/support; establishment of a Seniors Help Line where students can talk through the technology issue with senior.

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