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Palmer Court

Palmer Court is The Road Home's permanent supportive housing development. Residents at Palmer Court work closely with our team of case managers and volunteers to fully transition back into housing & our community.

Ongoing Weekly Activities

All volunteers involved in the following weekly activities must complete a volunteer orientation and background check before volunteering. Weekly volunteer activities require a three month commitment.
Our next volunteer orientation is scheduled for: January 21, 2013 5:00 p.m. &  February 6, 7:00 p.m.
All volunteer orientations are held at The Road Home (210 S. Rio Grande St., SLC) in our board room.

Donation Room Clean Up Day

Each Monday volunteers help organize the clothing room and food pantry at Palmer Court. Volunteers also help with inventory and donation pick up from The Road Home.

  • Mondays, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
  • Weekly, one hour commitment
  • Must be 18 years or older

Literacy Night - Kid's Book Club

Help children ages 5 -12 years old become interested in reading. Volunteers read a story with the children. Afterward, art and snack activities add additional entertainment to the experience. Three month or semester commitment required.

  • Tuesdays, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
  • Weekly, one hour commitment
  • Must be 16 years or older

Study Night

Help children with their homework and school assignments. Children participating in this program range from K - 12, though most are in elementary shcool. This program operates during the regular school year, but does not meet during the summer. Three month or one semester commitment required.

  • Wednesdays, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
  • Weekly, one hour commitment
  • Must be 16 years or older

One Time Group Activities

Donation Drive

There is an ongoing need for donated items at Palmer Court, including apartment cleaning kits and move in kits for families and individuals.
Apartment Kit List

Other needed itmes include:

  • Bedding (sheets, blankets, pillow cases, and pillows)
  • Towels
  • Non-perishable food
  • Books and movies
  • School supplies

Teen Night Out

Volunteers plan and carry out special activities geared towards our preteen and teen residents (13 - 20 years). Activities are generally offered off-site and include movies, ice skating, sporting or community events.

  • Mondays, 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
  • One time, 2 hour commitement
  • Must be 18 years or older

Holidays

There are many ways for groups to get involved during the Holiday Season. Volunteers can assist in collecting donations or planning holiday activities.

Be Creative

Design your own project. We are very flexible and try to accomodate any ideas!

All volunteer group leaders must go over a Boundaries and Confidentiality form with their group and return it signed.

Please schedule with:
Kelli McFall, Volunteer Coordinator
kmcfall@theroadhome.org or 801-819-7293
Alicia Gates, Volunteer Coordinator
agates@theroadhome.org or 801-819-7298