Happy families are the cornerstone of a vibrant society
It is a believe we hold so dearly
Befriending families especially in times of difficulties
Offering not fishes that come easy
but sharing with them ways to fish with pride & dignity
And discovering with daddies & mummies
The little secrets of growing up with the kiddies
For the kiddies are valued as the future of our society
Family Befrienders are deployed in the Parents Development Programme (PDP) and CDAC Workfare Programme.
Parents Development Programme (PDP) targets at parents whose children are currently attending CDAC Education Programme. It comprises workshops on parenting and budgeting skills, mentoring by Family Befrienders and a one-day Family Bonding Camp.
Volunteers are required to act as Facilitators during the Parenting and Budgeting workshops, as well as Family Befrienders to the identified families for at least a period of three months.
CDAC Workfare Programme’s main target groups are single-parent, low-income and dysfunctional families. It aims to provide the necessary support and assistance to help these families to become self-reliant and self-sufficient.
Volunteers act as Family Befrienders to maintain regular contacts with the families to assist them in meeting the objective of the CDAC Workfare Programme.
Requirements:
· At least 21 years old;
· Able to communicate in English and Mandarin (preferably some dialects);
· Completed GCE ‘O’ level or above;
· Mature, understanding, approachable and have a strong desire to help others;
· Able to commit in a case for at least three months; and
· Enjoy working with families.
