http://www.dorotusa.org

DOROT, Inc.

About DOROT, Inc.

VISION
DOROT will be an innovative leader in mobilizing volunteers of all ages to improve the lives and health of older adults, addressing the challenges of an aging society.

MISSION
DOROT alleviates social isolation among older adults and provides services to help them live independently as valued members of the community. We serve the Jewish and wider community, bringing the generations together in a mutually beneficial partnership of elders, volunteers, and professionals. Our work provides an effective model for others.

VALUES
Jewish Communal Responsibility: Affirming our commitment to honor the older members of the community, by bringing the generations together.
Commitment to Excellence: Upholding the highest standards in all that we do.
Compassion: Connecting personally with sensitivity and concern to provide exceptional care.
Making a Difference: Having a demonstrable impact in the lives of the people we serve.
Integrity: Being worthy of the trust of all our constituents.
Innovation: Being dedicated to learning and creatively addressing the evolving needs of the elder and volunteer communities.

Reviews

Intergenerational Program Engagement Intern

June 2022 - August 2022 New York City, NY
β€œIn this internship, there was plenty of freedom and responsibility to lead workshops that I wanted to. I had full responsibility for leading a workshop about New York City and its history which allowed me to have creative freedom to however I wanted to structure this workshop. ”

Intern

May 2022 - August 2022 New York City, NY
β€œI loved how flexible the virtual aspect was! It was tough at first, but everyone at DOROT was so understanding to the struggles that come with being virtual. The work was meaningful and my supervisors really allowed me to do as much as I was able to as an intern. ”
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