Why connecting with your block is the ultimate give-back
The Good Neighbor Effect. The IDEA Implementation Panel Initiative in New Albany, Ohio, has introduced the Community Connectors program to encourage residents to become neighborhood ambassadors and act as a friendly, go-to contact on the street. These volunteers are responsible for passing on welcome packages to new residents, organizing block parties, and providing information about City events. The program also reduces the risk of premature death by nearly 30 percent and significantly reduces anxiety and depression by reaching out to your neighbors. Damari Spalding, an active Community Connector in the Courtyards of New Albany for four years, found it a natural extension of her existing role of helping new residents into the community.
发表 : 4 小时前 经过 Katie Allen 在 Health Lifestyle
In our busy, screen-filled lives, genuine human connection right where we live can sometimes feel hard to come by. But strong cities depend on strong neighborhoods. That’s where grassroots programs su... [4456 symbols]
