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The BHcare Clothing Bank provides clothing, linens, footwear and personal care items to anyone in need for a nominal yearly fee. The Clothing Bank is located at Patricia C. Andriole Volunteer Services Center 30 Harrison Avenue Branford, CT 06405. We rely on the generosity of volunteers to help sort donations, organize our shelves and racks, and assist as cashiers. If interested in volunteering, please complete our online volunteer form.

Duties and responsibilities include:Carrying a case load to conduct non clinical one on one case management with participants. (In person, over the phone, and/or email contact).Conduct client intakes to assess needs, which may include pre-screens and post- surveys for W&FLC programsSchedule requires a minimum 10 hours per weekMust be currently enrolled in a social work program at a college or universityPossess strong communication, interpersonal, organizational and time management skils. Knowledge of social work principlesSee our wesbite for complete description and application at: Women & Family Life Center (womenandfamilylife.org) Send completed application to: info@womenandfamilylife.org

Duties and responsibilities include:Administrative work that includes answering phone calls, taking messages, data, entry, community outreach, and coordination. Assistance with fundraising/events which include contacting donors, taking notes, updating spreadsheets, follow-up with volunteers, passing out flyers, auction outreach, and assisting other staff as needed.Currently seeking students for Fall and Spring semestersRequired commitment of 10 hours a week or more. Center hours: Mon- Fri 9am-4:30pm with evening or weekend requirements as needed.Enrolled in academic program at college/universityGo to (womenandfamilylife.org) for our application and submit to: info@womenandfamilylife.org

Duties and Responsibilities:Administrative work that includes answering phone calls, taking messages, assisting with visitors or walk ins as needed, data entry, filing, and contacting participants for programsAssistance with marketing and events which may include contacting donors, updating spreadsheets, passing out flyers, auction outreach, etc.Helping with fundraising events as neededAssisting other staff as neededSchedule: Volunteer work is unpaid and schedule is based on the need of the center and your availability. Center hours are Mon-Friday 9am-4:30pm.Please send resume and application to: info@womenandfamilylife.orgApplications are found on our website at: Women & Family Life Center

Our YMCA is a membership organization open to all people. The YMCA welcomes individuals of all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, abilities and financial circumstances. Programs and branches embrace diversity, reflecting the needs and composition of our community.Located on the shoreline, the Soundview Family YMCA opened its doors in 2010 to expand the reach of the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA. Exercise, aquatics, summer camp, family programming…we’ve got it all!

We understand that there are moments in our lives that truly challenge us. For over 30 years, the Women & Family Life Center (W&FLC) has been offering women and all families a strong network of support, education, and community during challenging life transitions such as domestic or sexual violence, divorce, housing insecurity, bereavement, obtaining basic needs, career services, individualized appointments with a volunteer financial consultant or lawyer, and much more. W&FLC Guided Assistance Program (GAP) allows you to meet confidentially with a Referral Navigator. Our team is here to provide personalized support and guidance every step of the way, ensuring that your unique needs are met. Our participants at W&FLC are a part of a supportive community dedicated to your success and well-being. Let us walk alongside you on your journey. W&FLC serves the towns of Branford, Chester, Clinton, Deep River, Durham, East Haven, Essex, Guilford, Killingworth, Madison, North Branford, North Haven, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook.W&FLC's services are open to everyone, without any discrimination based on income, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability. We serve the following 14 towns, and all our services are provided at no additional cost to our participants. You are welcome here. W&FLC Mission: To support and empower women and all families during challenging life transitions. W&FLC Vision: Communities where women and all families are free from violence and harassment, are economically and emotionally secure, and have access to equitable opportunities.