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Association Jeanne Jugan

The Association Jeanne Jugan (AJJ) is a group of Catholic adults who, after a year of formation, make an annual promise to assist the elderly in ways of hospitality.

Association members do this by taking on the charism of Saint Jeanne Jugan in helping the aged through volunteer service and friendship.

Members embrace the Little Sisters’ ideal of hospitality and are welcomed into the Home as part of the family.

The activities of Association Jeanne Jugan members include:

  • Bed-making
  • Assisting in feeding Residents
  • Resident parties, outings and ice cream socials
  • Laundry
  • Annual retreats
  • Visits and prayers

“For me, I truly see Jesus in the faces of the elderly as I change their beds, clean their faces, wipe their tears and let them know they are loved and never forgotten.” – Mary Bowles, AJJ Coordinator

“… it is the elderly and their gentleness and thank you’s that fill our hearts with joy.” – Mary Frances Thompkins, AJJ Member

Please contact Sister Dora for further information – (502) 636-2300, cllouisville@littlesistersofthepoor.org

 

Lend a Helping Hand and Volunteer

God has given each of us a special talent and we’d love to have you share yours with us!

Volunteer Opportunities Include:

  • Reading to Residents
  • Animating bingo and other games
  • Helping with kitchen prep.
  • Driving Residents to appointments
  • Working in the Gift Shop
  • Pitching in with yard work
  • Assisting in the Business Office
  • Sewing/Mending
  • Contributing any other specialty skills you may have

For more information please call Maria in Activities (502)636-2300 x233 or email aclouisville@littlesistersofthepoor.org.

 

Young Helpers Are Always Welcome

Are you a high school or college student looking for a way to make a difference in the world, for some place to volunteer your time and talents?

Are you a youth minister or teacher looking for a worthwhile service site for your group or class?

Youth service options at St. Joseph’s Home include:

  • Helping the activity department with exercises, table games, manicures and crafts.
  • Adding new faces and extra one-on-one attention for Residents during parties and Bingo.
  • Providing music and entertainment – our Residents always enjoy performances by school groups!
  • School class or youth group could sponsor an event – a Bingo party or another special activity.

If you or your youth group would like to get to know the wisdom and understanding of our elderly Residents, contact Maria Bertand, our Volunteer Coordinator at (502) 636-2300.