164-11 Chapin Parkway
Jamaica, NY 11432
Agency Contact Name
Isabella Kellerman
Director of the Recreation Department
Linda Spiegal
Director of Public Affairs
(718) 298-7833
Weenin Chen
Volunteer Coordinator
(718) 298-7836
Nature and Purpose of Agency
Margaret Tietz Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a unique
organization dedicated to providing non-traditional care services
in a traditional nursing facility. Originally founded as a nursing
home for Holocaust survivors, Margaret Tietz Center continues to
serve this unique population, while reaching out to others in our
community.
Tasks Available for Students
All volunteers are welcome to participate in activities that
provide our residents with companionship and simulating
conversation. Certain volunteers choose to lead an activity or
provide entertainment to our residents in a supervised environment.
There are volunteer opportunities available in a variety of
departments depending on your schedule and interest. The
assignments include:
- One-to-One Visiting
- Recreation: group activities, such as music, bingo, and other
special entertainment programs
- Assistance in the therapy programs.
- Provide Transportation for the Residents to: the garden and
special activities.
- Gift Shop
Time Requirements
Contact agency.
Student Awareness/Special
Instructions
Contact agency.
Agency Directions
Call for public transportation and driving directions.