July 2024 Volunteer of the Month

We are excited to introduce our July Volunteer of the Month, Michele M., who volunteers as a Friendly Visitor, helping to provide friendship and support to older adults in our community and with our Refugee Resettlement program providing cultural orientation to newly settled families.  

A staff member nominated Michele and said, "Michele does a wonderful job instructing some of our cultural orientation classes for our refugee clients. She is committed to the classes and the material and flexible when needed, which we greatly appreciate. And she has a warm and hospitable presence when interacting with our clients." 

Read more about Michele's volunteer impact below: 

Q: Tell us about yourself and your background. 

MM: I am a Chicago area native and moved to Colorado two and a half years ago. My lifelong career has been in education in many different capacities. Currently, I work part-time as a horticulture educator, working with residents in memory care communities. Crafting, learning, guitar, and gardening are my hobbies. 

Q: What volunteer role(s) do you have with JFS and what roles have you had with JFS in the past (if applicable)? 

MM: I'm currently working with the Friendly Visitor program and have had the pleasure of working with Best Buddies and teaching the cultural orientation lessons for refugees. 

Q: What motivated you to begin volunteering with JFS? 

MM: Giving back to the community and helping to improve the lives of others are priorities for me. 

Q: What's your favorite part about volunteering with JFS, and how has being a JFS volunteer impacted your life? 

MM: I enjoy forming relationships and learning about others. 

Q: What would you say to someone considering volunteering with JFS? 

MM: Working with JFS is a joy. There are many opportunities available that you can engage in, and staff are always available to assist with your chosen activity. 

Are you interested in volunteering? Learn more and sign up today.