Opportunities to Help

An Opportunity for VPC Volunteers to Reach Out to Island Families
Just as they did when VPC hosted them a few years ago, Vashon Youth and Family Services is still offering parents of young children a place for parent and child to get out of the house and come to a welcoming space where children can play and parents can connect with each other and/or VYFS professional staff. VYFS’ Family Place, located on the Highway at Gorsuch Road, is just such a space. Christine Wood, VYFS’ Family Place Program Manager has shown real interest in responding to VPC’s offer to explore ways VPC volunteers could help them fulfill their mission. As an example, Christine said volunteers could play with children or read them stories while parents connected with each other or, when requested, get ideas/coaching/support from staff members. As Christine has said: “Parents with young children often need more support to be the parents they want to be.” If you are interested in learning more or have questions, call/text Elder Larry Commeree (206-579-1122).