Impact on Volunteers

100 +

Volunteers trained

365

days of technology support

1,985

Volunteer training hours completed in 2020/21

2020/2021 Impact

Parentis Foundation holds a core belief that a dignified, empowered life should be available to everyone regardless of age, ability or state of wellness.

The program also uniquely utilizes a senior volunteer workforce to not only support student academic success, but also to address challenges facing older adults. As more and more baby boomers reach retirement age, there is a greater need to create opportunity for engagement within and among the senior population.

2020/2021 Impact Report

Areas of Focus

Volunteer Demographics

60%
60% of Parentis Foundation volunteers reported that benefits to mental health was a benefit of tutoring.
77%

77% of Parentis Foundation volunteers primary motivation to join the program was the opportunity to help young students read better.
94%

94% of Parentis Foundation volunteers would recommend the program to others.

Research demonstrates older adults who remain socially, mentally and physically active have better physical and mental health, and reduced risk of dementia and depression. The 2019 OC Indicators Report identifies residents age 65 and older as the only age group expected to account for a larger percent of the county population over the next 40 years than it does today. It is critical that this growing population have opportunities like our program that allow them to remain connected to their community, have a sense of purpose, and help them maintain their social, physical and mental health.

Volunteer Testimonials

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Thanks to all of you for the wonderful service you provide, not only to the kids, but also to us seniors who are receiving the beautiful gift of being useful and productive and engaged during our ‘sunset years’ and in spite of the Covid restrictions. You cannot imagine how much happier I am now than I was before I found out about tutoring!”

-Shiela, Parentis Foundation Volunteer Tutor

“It is a very rewarding experience to see the improvement in the children’s reading ability, comprehension and pride and happiness in their accomplishments.”

-Parentis Foundation Volunteer Tutor

“I enjoyed it so much! The kids were challenging and enlightening. It also gave me skills in assisting younger people to learn that I didn’t have before. Those skills helped me teach my grandchildren. My knowledge of and insight into the lives of others in my community, that are quite unlike my own, was increased dramatically.”

-Parentis Foundation Volunteer Tutor

Increased Sense of Purpose

Health Benefits for Older Adults

Improved Confidence in Technology