We are looking for people who speak a second language. Korean, Vietnamese, Spanish, Arabic, Cantonese, Mandarin, Russian, French, basically any language. Cherrydale is trying to build a cadre of bilingual persons to serve as a resource be called if a resident needs to have something interpreted. Most of the time you may not even have to come in, you could translate via the phone. Feel free to email if you have any questions!

Short orientation to go over the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines for confidentiality.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Cherrydale Health & Rehabilitation Center

Volunteers will work with the following groups

Adults (26-54) Minorities Disabled / Ill Older Adults (55+) Low-income / Poverty Women Men

Occasional

Adults (26-54) Multi-lingual Adults (55+) Young Adults (18-25) Individual

Cultural Seniors

Companionship Language Translation / Interpretation.

Contact Person:
Jennifer Lewis, Volunteer Coordinator, (703) 243-7640, (email)

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Address:

3710 Lee Highway Arlington, VA 22207-3796 (See a map)

Directions:

We are located at 3710 Lee Highway, right across from the Safeway and just east of the Cherrydale Fire Dept. It is a large brick building that looks like it is an office building.   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: Ballston   Nearest Bus Stop: 3710 Lee Highway

Miscellaneous Information

CVN Friendly?
	Yes
For Spanish / non-English speakers?
	Yes
Wheelchair accessible?
	Yes
METRO rail accessible?
	Yes

Overall Experience   
excellent staff....friendly

I completed my nursing clinical requirement at this site. Staff members are friendly and really care for their patients. I would recommend this site for those who like working with older adults. posted on October 18, 2005