Get Involved

Volunteers are an intricate part of the program at Jackson-Feild and they range in age from young adults to senior citizens. There are interesting volunteers opportunities for individuals, church youth and adult programs, scout troops, civic organizations, school sports teams and senior citizen organizations.

Adopt-A-Cottage

One easy and rewarding way to contribute to Jackson-Feild Homes is to adopt one of our cottages. Adoptees normally provide support, cards, birthday wishes, and good cheer at the Holidays. 

Mentoring Program

Individuals can become education or general mentors to students at Eleventh House, JFH’s Richmond based program. Volunteers and students are matched based on interests they share in common. Academic mentors visit Eleventh House and assist students with homework, review for tests or help with special school projects. General mentors enjoy spending time with students during a trip to the mall, an outing to a museum or theatre, a special event in the community, a dinner outing or a walk in the park. A mentor is a friend to a Jackson-Feild student. For further information contact Sarah E. Johnston at 804-354-6929.

Intern Program 

College students are selected to participate in the Intern Program based on their academic goals. Interns receive actual experience working with the Guided Growth program in the cottage environment. They experience interactive training with youth specialists, therapists, and support staff. For further information contact Chris Thompson at 434-634-3217.

Church groups, civic organizations and individuals are encouraged to visit our campuses in Jarratt and Richmond. If you wish to plan an event for students, you may want to consider organizing or sponsoring one of the following activities:

•  Present a musical concert which encourages student participation
• Present a play or series of skits
• Plan a sporting event (a swimming pool, softball field, soccer field, and gymnasium are located on the Jarratt campus)
• Coordinate a talent show or a fashion show
• Conduct a traditional or contemporary chapel service
• Introduce a motivational speaker
• Plan a holiday or theme party…Valentine’s Day, Fourth of July, Halloween or Christmas
• Teach a craft
• Sponsor an apartment warming shower for an Eleventh House student ready to begin independent living
• Groups interested in coordinating donation drives to supply residents’ on-going needs can choose from the following categories, or for additional ideas visit our Wish List.

For more details about volunteer opportunities at Jackson-Field Homes, contact Sarah Johnston at 804-354-6929.