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Weather Submitted photo Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring program focuses on providing resources for older adults, has an intergenerational tutoring program and is looking for volunteers to help children grades K-3 with their literacy skills.
Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring program is looking for volunteers to help children grades K-3 with their literacy skills By Wendy Todd If you love to volunteer and work with young people, the Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring program might be just the place for you. The national nonprofit, that focuses on providing resources for older adults, has an intergenerational tutoring program and is looking for volunteers to help children grades K-3 with their literacy skills. Oasis is a national organization that was established in St. Louis in 1989 and operates in 22 cities in 15 states with more than 4,000 volunteers. It offers various services for the older population including a vari-
ety of health courses, art classes and several volunteer and paid opportunities to keep seniors active and engaged. The organization was founded by Marylen Mann who was inspired to create a place where seniors could go to be active and healthy. “Volunteering in general has been proven to be beneficial not only mentally but also physically for people,” national tutoring director, Stephanie McCreary, said. “The biggest benefit for the older adult tutor is that it gives them a sense of purpose and keeps them engaged and active in their communities. The student benefits from the mentorship of a caring older adult who becomes
not only someone who helps them learn to read but also a kind ear and friend.” Its tutoring services are currently in 78 school districts nationwide and 38 districts in Missouri and Illinois. The program has reached more than 525,000 children since its launch. Those receiving tutoring have experienced vast personal and academic improvements. “The outcomes are extensive,” McCreary said. “Not only are students working with Oasis tutors shown to have higher reading scores, they also show increased confidence See ‘BUILDING’ page 2
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