Quick Tips for Everyday Outreach
Simple, practical guidance to help you feel prepared, confident, and compassionate during every outreach moment.
You Can Do It! (Quick Tips)
Don’t sweat it if this feels overwhelming at first. We want to remind you that no matter where you are in your journey to helping those in need, whether you start today or next month, whether you give one day or one year, or whether you’re even questioning why you are doing this…..
Dressing for Street Outreach
When you’re preparing to perform street outreach, make sure you dress comfortably. It’s best to lean toward casual clothing like t-shirts, jeans, and sneakers that you won’t mind getting a little dirty…
How to Prepare
Hi, I’m Erica, a volunteer with Street Care. I’m going to tell you a bit about our work and how you can directly help homeless individuals. Before you start performing any outreach, you’re going to want to….
Carry an ID, a Charged Phone, Water, and Food
When you’re performing street outreach, we strongly suggest carrying an ID (such as a driver’s license or school ID) and a printout of Street Care info and emergency contact info. Plus, have the app or website…
Tell People Where You Are Going (Quick Tips)
Even though you will have at least one person with you when doing Street Care volunteering, you always want to let someone else know where you’re going. It’s easy these days to stay connected through cell phones and know that help is only a call away, but in this circumstance, telling another person your plans is the best way to be on the safe side…
