Moving Forward Together

Support Adults & Families

Be an Advocate

Mental Health Justice Representative  

Represent patients in due process court hearings at acute psychiatric facilities to ensure their rights are upheld. Volunteers will be equipped with all the necessary tools and training.

  • Various locations throughout San Diego County
  • Must provide own vehicle and insurance
  • Participate in 20 hours of training before starting
  • Must be 21 or older, college degree or pursuing higher education

 

Patient Advocacy Administrative Support 

Provide administrative support for our Patient Advocacy program staff on-site at our Balboa campus.

  • Volunteers will be equipped with all the necessary tools and training.
  • Must be 21 or older, college degree or pursuing higher education.

HOST A DINNER

The JFS Safe Parking program provides a safe place to sleep at night for people experiencing homelessness. Help build a community of support for these clients by providing a meal, and staying to serve if you choose to do so.

 

Safe Parking Program Dinner Host

  • Please note that this a donation opportunity with the option to stay and serve the meals
  • Must provide 60 meals that have been prepared in a commercial kitchen
  • Volunteers needed at Balboa Avenue Location
  • Available Monday through Thursday evenings from 6:00 to 7:30pm
  • Ideal for groups of up to 10 people

Provide Diapers to New Parents

Our Diaper Distribution Volunteers support families in our community by keeping babies happy and healthy! This volunteer role keeps the diaper inventory organized and prepares the correct sizes and quantities of diapers for each family to pick up weekly. By filling the “diaper gap” a family may encounter in a month, Diaper Distribution Volunteers empower families with a hand-up to help them meet their family’s needs within their budget.

 

Diaper Distribution Volunteer 

  • Located at the Joan & Irwin Jacobs Campus
  • Must be 16+ years, or 13+ years with a parent or guardian
  • Shifts available Mondays, Wednesdays & Friday
  • Complete volunteer waiver & HIPAA training.