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Native English speakers needed for a language study at Harvard (Harvard Square, Cambridge)

2009-12-20T22:26:24-05:00

We are looking for native speakers of American English for a language processing study at Harvard University. Currently we are testing speakers who were born and grew up in the USA or Canada, and spoke English as their first and only language in childhood. The first task involves reading a series of sentences on a computer screen, and answering some questions about their content. There is also a second task, which involves rating the acceptability of a series of sentences in colloquial speech. The study takes about 40-60 minutes to complete.

The payment for the study is $10/hour. To be eligible, you must be a native speaker of American English, as defined above, and be between 18 and 35 years old. You must be able to complete the task described. We are located by the main University campus in Cambridge, several blocks from the Harvard T station. Scheduling for the study is flexible, and weekend and evening times are available.

If you'd like to participate, or find out more about the study, please contact us at the email address above. Thank you for your interest!

Lose 12 to 21 lbs while supplies last!

2009-12-20T20:42:41-05:00

A new weight loss creation has just been created that will help you lose at least 13 to 23 lbs in 30 days. The supplement already has been approved previously to a group of people and the average person lost 12 lbs within 30 days just by using this weight-loss supplement. The invention now requires new clients and testimonials. There is a prize of $1500 for each testimony that is confirmed. Yοu must be at lеast 95 lbs, 18 years old and highly motivated to lose weight. Spots are very limited so act now.

ACT NOW please visit: http://newweightlosstrials.com

Doug Evans
New Weight Loss Trials

Do you have a family history of Schizophrenia or Schizoaffective? (BIDMC and MIT)

2009-12-20T20:17:26-05:00

A research study at Harvard Medical School is looking for female and male volunteers between the ages of 16-35 with a family history mental illness, specifically Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective disorder, Bipolar disorder with psychosis, psychosis, and/or hospitalization. This is a family genetic study, your help will help researchers better understand and treat families who have a genetic high risk of developing mental illness

INVOLVMENT:
Interview, testing, blood draw and MRI scan
*participation may take between 8-9 hours and we will work with your schedule, the visits take place in Boston

COMPENSATION:
Up to $130 upon completion of the study and a free picture of your brain!

CONTACT:
Gul Jabbar, MA Clinical Research Coordinator
Email: research.volunteers@gmail.com or Phone: 845-981-9514

Please call and ask questions if you need more information! Thank you for your consideration

SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM COORDINATORS NEEDED (Chelsea)

2009-12-20T17:15:40-05:00

The Ministries of Aides International Inc is looking for a Coordinator for our Sponsorship program. MAII is non profit Organization based in Chelsea that helps underprivileged children and families all over the world. We have built 7 schools and 1 orphanage in Haiti. We are looking for Coordinator for our Sponsorship Program. Duties consist of updating the current structure of the program and work with marketing department towards finding potential sponsors for the children. Flexible hours and schedule. This is both a short and long term commitment. Previous experience is a plus but not required. If interested, Please contact Evens Fontil by email at:
volunteers@ministriesofaidesinternational.org
Visit our Website at:
www.ministriesofaidesinternational.org

WEBSITE DESIGNERS/DEVELOPPERS (Chelsea)

2009-12-20T17:14:13-05:00

We are looking for volunteers to help us in the Marketing department of our Organization. Duties consist of helping the department develop and update websites for the Organization. Software and other materials needed will be provided, and we are flexible with volunteers using their own software. Previous experience required. College and High School students are welcomed. Flexible hours.

For inquiries or in need for more information please contact

Evens Fontil at: volunteers@ministriesofaidesinternational.org

You can visit us at www.ministriesofaidesinternational.org

RESUME BUILDERS (Chelsea)

2009-12-20T17:06:22-05:00

RESUME BUILDERS

The Ministries of Aides International Inc is looking for volunteers to help teach a �Resume Building �class in our offices. MAII is non profit Organization based in Chelsea that helps underprivileged children and families all over the world with medical, educational and disaster relief. We have built schools and orphanages. We have two offices located in Massachusetts. We offer diverse programs through our offices in the U.S. like basic computer classes, resume building classes, job placement, translation services and ESL courses. We are in need volunteers who can help people of diverse backgrounds with building successful resumes. Minimal experience preferred.

Please contact Evens Fontil via email: volunteers@ministriesofaidesinternational.org

You can also visit us at www.ministriesofaidesinternational.org

COMPUTER TEACHERS NEEDED (Malden)

2009-12-20T17:05:01-05:00

COMPUTER TEACHERS NEEDED

The Ministries of Aides International Inc is looking for teachers/experienced computer users and technicians to teach various people on how to use a computer. MAII is non profit Organization based in Chelsea that provides underprivileged children and families all over the world with educational, health and food. We have built 7 schools and 1 orphanage in Haiti. We have started a computer literacy program which aims to teach basic computer skills to older and more advanced in age crowd. We are looking for people who are patient, flexible, and knowledgeable to teach people basic computer knowledge. No teaching experience necessary but computer knowledge is required. Bilingual teachers are preferred but not required.

Please contact Evens Fontil via email: volunteers@ministriesofaidesinternational.org

You can also visit us at http://www.ministriesofaidesinternatioanl.org

Haiti Mission (Chelsea)

2009-12-20T16:51:24-05:00

The Ministries Of Aides International Inc. is a non-profit charitable, humanitarian organization relief under title 501 � [3] [C]-

Haiti Mission Volunteers

We are a Christian Organization building an orphanage in Haiti near Fauvre Port-Margot. We are in need of volunteers to help us with the overseeing of our building project and to work with the children that we have currently have. We are looking to build an orphanage to house a total of 400 children. If you are willing to make a 6 months to a year commitment to help out please contact us at

Via Email: volunteers@ministriesofaidesinternational.org

Via Web: www.ministriesofaidesinternational.org

COMPUTER DONATIONS (Chelsea)

2009-12-20T16:50:10-05:00

The Ministries of Aides International Inc is looking for computer donations from you to help educate computer illiterate people with basic computer knowledge. MAII is non profit Organization based in Malden that helps underprivileged children and families all over the world. We have built 7 schools and I orphanage in Haiti. We have two offices located in Massachusetts. We offer diverse programs through our offices in the U.S. like basic computer classes which teaches older advanced aged crowd basic computer knowledge. We are in need of more computers because we don�t have enough computers to satisfy the public�s needs. Please donate your used or unwanted computers to our organization. You will be helping someone who is computer illiterate becomes computer savvy and technology orientated.

Your donation is tax deductible.

Please contact Evens Fontil via email at: volunteers@ministriesofaidesinternational.org

You can also visit us at www.ministriesofaidesinternational.org

Needs Help Urgently. (Chelsea)

2009-12-20T16:48:32-05:00

The Ministries of aides International Inc is a non-profit Charitable Humanitarian organization under 501(c)(3)

In September Schools Opens in Haiti. We have more then 5,ooo children to send to schools and clothe them, time is short and the possibilities are not Favorable.

Help Us send those Kids to schools this year. Since We have to Manufacture their school Uniforms before the second week of September", your valuable help is needed greatly !!!

Evens Fontil

PLEASE HELP US TO EDUCATE THESE CHILDREN''

Donation Amount

$25_ $30_ $50_ $100_ $150_ $200_ $300_ $Any_

Please email us if you need more information.

volunteers@ministriesofaidesinternational.org

INTERNET MARKETERS (Chelsea)

2009-12-20T16:46:37-05:00

We are looking for volunteers to help us in our Marketing and Fundraising departments. Duties consist of Listing various items such as custom electronics and other items online in websites such as eBay, Amazon, Craigslist & other websites, and monitoring the items. Computer & Digital Camera will be provided for taking pictures of the items and listing them online. Previous experience preferred but not necessary because we can teach you on how to do it. College and High School students are welcomed. Flexible hours.

For inquiries or in need for more information please contact

Evens Fontil at: volunteers@ministriesofaidesinternational.org
You can visit our website at www.ministriesofaidesinternational.org

Thank You for reading this AD.

Executive Director Needed (Chelsea)

2009-12-20T16:45:23-05:00

The Ministries of Aides International is currently looking for individuals interested in helping to plan fundraising opportunities, including sponsorships. For example: coordinators volunteers, committee positions, a marketing coordinator, office manager, sponsorship for marketing, profession coordinator, and special project coordinator.

Executive director needed:

The Ministries of Aides is a non-profit and humanitarian relief organization located in Chelsea, MA. It is seeking an energetic and experienced leader to fill the position of executive director for a minimum of 8-15 hours per week. We need your help; we are working to help the needs of others, so please give us a hand. Donations are needed to build a small house for the needy. Any donations will be greatly appreciated.

Contact: Evens Fontil

office assistant manager

276 Broadway Suite-1 Chelsea,MA 02150

email: volunteers@ministriesofaidesinternational.org

Web: www.ministriesofaidesinternational.org

Business Manager (Chelsea)

2009-12-20T16:44:44-05:00

The Ministries Of Aides International Inc. is a nonprofit charitable, humanitarian organization relief under title 501 -[C]- (3)

If you are looking to further develop your skills and grow a career in the non-profit section, this is an excellent opportunity: Bridge for Haiti is seeking a business manager to lead and coordinate a variety of day-to-day activities. The business manager works to coordinate efforts with our creative director USA manager, volunteer coordinator and other directors to further develop the office for Haiti programs and missions. The business manager actively participates in day-to-day operations including the management of sponsorship programs and the fundraising. If you would like to help us please contact the office assistant manager on the number below.

Evens Fontil

email: volunteers@ministriesofaidesinternational.org

Web: www.ministriesofaidesinternational.org

Park Ranger Mounted Unit Volunteer (Boston Area)

2009-12-20T16:28:36-05:00

Under the general supervision of the volunteer�s Mounted Unit Lieutenant, volunteers provide at least one stable management solution for better operation and are responsible for basic horse care, basic stable maintenance, basic stable yard maintenance; assist with preparations for patrols and/or events; assist with park programs, which may involve school/special groups from toddlers to elderly, special needs groups to general public; and assist with exercising of mounts (this is only offered to those who hold special equine skills that meet approval with the Lieutenant of the Mounted Unit). Some volunteers help with administrative projects (marketing, fundraising, grant writing, programming, etc.) Not a paid position.

Planning for a Rainy Day:Quick Psychology Survery--Help Needed (Anywhere)

2009-12-20T16:19:34-05:00

I am psychology researcher doing a short internet survey (less than 10 minutes) and I would appreciate if you could help me by filling it out. The survey is about an upcoming event in your life. Participation is completely voluntary and you can stop at any time. As well, your participation is anonymous and you will never be asked to provide your name or any other identifying information. Please note that you must be over 18 to participate in this survey. The survey has been reviewed by the University of California Institutional Review Board.

If you would like to participate, please click here or go to the following link:

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=p_2b0AJ2mfdVfLodmx70Dmxw_3d_3d

Thank you for your help,

Kate Sweeny, PhD
Department of Psychology
University of California, Riverside

WHO else LIKES to HELP others? Discover what is Bostons Biggest... (Boston)

2009-12-20T10:52:25-05:00

Hi, Do you like to volunteer?

Do you like helping others? Do you like meeting new people who share your values?

On average 169 Bostonians join every month!
http://www.meetup.com/The-Boston-Volunteer-Meetup-Who-else-likes-to-help-others/

or

http://www.meetup.com/The-Boston-Volunteer-Meetup-Who-else-likes-to-help-others/ 2

Interested in donating my kidney (B+) (anywhere)

2009-12-20T09:43:38-05:00

My blood type is B+ and I'm interested in donating one of my kidneys
this holiday season.

I'm very serious and very ready to start the process.

If you would like more information, please email me.

Volunteer program in Nyahera Health Centre in Kenya (Africa)

2009-12-20T09:33:57-05:00

� Volunteer program in Nyahera Health Centre

Brief history of the project: Volunteers are needed in Nyahera Health Centre, located in the small town Nyahera, not far from Kisumu city in Nyanza Province.
Volunteer work: Volunteers' major duties include:
� Attending to patients.
� Responsible for day-to-day coordination with the hospital staff and patients to ensure performance of the hospital operation.
� Counseling of the patients.
Note: All these duties will be directed by the hospital senior management.
All volunteers are also required to bring a letter of approval from the Ministry of Health or a University in their country.
The volunteers will be working from Monday to Saturday. The number of hours will be decided by the hospital management.
Special requirements: Doctors, nurses, paramedics, pre-med students and medical students are required for this project. However, we have an open policy and applicants with other ideas to share are also welcome to apply and will be considered.
Volunteers need to contribute/initiate ideas and by that would be promoting the growth of the Hospital. This is an opportunity for the volunteers to work at a community/grassroot level in capacity building and training in self-sustainability.
Language: English
Duration of the project: The program will run for a minimum of 1 month and a maximum of 6 months. The program is running throughout the year.
Orientation: Orientation meeting will take place in Nairobi before proceeding to the project. �

Age range: 19 and over

For more details and enrollment, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-kenya.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org

617-502-0400

604-628-7400

Volunteer in an orphanage in Saigon (Vietnam)

2009-12-20T08:10:59-05:00
Lunar New Year festival for orphans in Saigon
February 1 - February 11, 2010

TET Festival is Vietnamese traditional New Year Holiday (following Lunar Calendar) which usually falls into mid January � mid February. This is the time for family reunion and visits to friends and relatives. Like the Christmas and New Year in western countries, people here prepare a lot for this holiday, from renovating their houses, making cakes and a lot of food and drinks. However, in the orphanages, children do not have enough to prepare for their holiday. Most of them stay in the orphanage or centers over the Tet, only some of them go back to their home villages. Thus, there is need to prepare something for those children, so they still have good time and enjoy such big holidays. In Ho Chi Minh City area, an international workcamp will be set up to prepare Tet holidays in Ky Quang Orphanage and Chua La Orphanage.
Volunteers will help renovating the houses, cleaning the site and making Chung Cake (traditional cake for children in Tet).
Study part: Disadvantaged children in Vietnam
Special requirements: Interest and motivation working with children in difficult situation
Leisure activities: Vietnamese Day, International Day, self-organized city tour and excursions, etc.
Project language: English
Location: Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City
Age range: 18 and over

For more info and enrolment please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-vietnam.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries please step here: www.cadip.org t. 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada)

Care and support for abandoned children in South Vietnam (Volunteer abroad)

2009-12-20T07:51:08-05:00

Care and support for abandoned children in South Vietnam
July 19 - July 31, 2010
August 16 - August 28, 2010
October 4 - October 16, 2010

Every few months, the monks find a new baby left in front of the pagoda gate.
Ky Quang Orphanage is run by Ky Quang Pagoda, which was built in the early part of the 20th Century in 1924 and is quite famous in Ho Chi Minh City. The pagoda is now a place of charity for unlucky children and also helps treat diseases. Now, the pagoda is taking care and bringing up more than 200 children in the South of Vietnam. The children here have unfortunate backgrounds as many have been abandoned by their parents and relatives. The head monk sometimes receives phone calls from hospitals requesting him to take in abandoned babies. At the moment, about 200 children are living in the Pagoda, their ages ranging from 5 days old to 40 years old. 90 of these are orphans that are suffering from cerebral-palsy, blindness or Down's syndrome. At present, about 30-40 local children have a chance to study at Ky Quang as some local teachers teach Vietnamese for them in the morning.
Volunteers will spend time with the children and help improving their English, organizing games and other activities for them. Volunteers will also help redecorating the houses and classrooms, planting vegetable, cleaning the area. Volunteers will get closer to the children�s life and try to build up wider horizon for the children and encourage them to learn better for brighter future.
Project language: English
Location: Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City
Age range: 18 and over

For more info and enrolment please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-vietnam.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries please step here: www.cadip.org t. 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada)

Creative and awareness activities in schools in Pondicherry (India)

2009-12-20T07:46:48-05:00

Creative, entertainment and awareness activities in schools and kindergartens in Pondicherry
February 8 - February 21, 2010

This project is part of CADIP's International Volunteer Program: www.cadip.org

Pondicherry, one of the former French Colonies, is located on the East Coast of India. It is one of the most tourist places in the region and has a lot to offer to the visitor. Its laidback atmosphere and amazing beaches give it a very distinctive touch. It is also a prime location for learning yoga and meditation in one of its many ashrams. It is also the home of Auroville, a famous international community created by the Guru Sri Auro Bindo.
The volunteer project is organized in cooperation with an active local NGO in the field of education and renovation. In the past years many schools and villages have benefited from the work done by international volunteers, including the 2004 Tsunami-hit regions. A shelter for children and old aged people was opened in a village 10 km from the city, providing support to the poorer sections of the population in the district. The volunteers will be involved in various activities ranging from manual work at the center, creative and entertainment activities in schools and kindergartens and spreading awareness on issues related to education, environment protection, health and hygiene. The idea is to tackle the burning issues that the rural population is facing.

For more details, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-india.htm

Volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org/workcamps.htm, t: 617-502-0400 (US), 604-628-7400 (Canada)

Homelessness Prevention Nonprofit Sks Advanced Web Design Volunteers (Beacon Hill,South End,Roxbury,Lawrence)

2009-12-20T00:30:05-05:00
Commonwealth Land Trust serves a multi-cultural, very-low income, formerly homeless population, through the creation and preservation of affordable, subsidized, supportive housing. Our residents may be disabled, HIV positive, recovering from or struggling with addictions issues and/or mental illness. We have housing for both extremely low-income individuals and low-income families.

If you'd like to see us in action, there are several video clips on line where we're featured. Check out this video that the Governor's Office created to recap the first year of the Commonwealth Corps program (Commonwealth Land Trust is featured!): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiTC84pI6Vo

And a speech delivered by our President supporting the Commonwealth Corps program:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2WkUytwK4rI

Last, a tour of one of our flagship programs: http://www.fhlbboston.com/communitydevelopment/onsite/onsite_2/bowdoin.jsp

People like you are a constant inspiration to us in our work, and make it possible for us to do much more than we otherwise could towards our mission of helping others live better lives.

We have a number of different work environments and tasks in each of our departments for our interns and volunteers. Take a look and let us know what you think you would be most interested in.

TECHNOLOGY
�website design, redesign
�implementation of organizational "wiki"
�database development, programming
�computer upgrades, maintenance
�free instruction, classes for residents � adults and children

ADMINISTRATION
�basic office support (filing, copying, faxing, scanning, reception, data entry, printing business cards, renewing advertising, etc.)
�advanced office support (policy research, board recruitment, organizing archives, donations requests and grant writing, outreach, vendor bidding, resident surveys)
�updating organizational contacts database
�volunteer recruiting
�advertising & marketing
�event planning & orchestration

SUPPORTIVE HOUSING MANAGEMENT
�giving tours to prospective residents
�helping applicants fill out paperwork
�completing application, move-in documentation
�fielding basic resident concerns
�collecting demographic data
�developing better systems, procedures
�revision, translation of forms

FINANCE
�administrative support for accounts payable and accounts receivable staff
�supplies & materials cost comparison research

SOCIAL SERVICES
�help coordinate resident activities (arrange for, lead activities such as crafts, cooking classes, music, reading clubs, walking groups, running, yoga, etc.)
�research, identify area resources for residents such as financial assistance, food stamps, mental health counseling, furniture, clothing, soup kitchens, community centers, free activities & events, etc.
�revision, translation of forms

FINE ARTS & MUSIC
�graphic design
�advertising, marketing design
�murals
�interior, exterior large-scale beautification projects
�forming, leading choral, band, group performances
�free instruction, classes for residents � adults and children

HEALTH & RECREATION
�game nights
�movie nights
�book clubs
�coordinate, lead resident walking or running club
�free yoga instruction
�meditation & stress relief
�health & nutrition classes
�substance abuse/relapse prevention
�support groups

MAINTENANCE
�cleaning
�painting
�planting, yard clean-ups, landscaping
�various repairs: carpentry, electric, plumbing, etc.
�professional trades instruction for staff

OTHER
�what inspires you?
�what special talents might you have to offer? (example: we'd never considered a choral group or a band until a music student suggested it)

As long as you are sincere, have a positive attitude and want to help, we'll work with you to find a role you'll enjoy and learn from.

Please e-mail inquiries, along with a letter of interest and resume to bcltrust@gmail.com
How to Apply:
Please e-mail inquiries, along with a letter of interest and resume to bcltrust@gmail.com

Homeless Prevention Nonprof Social Service Volunteers & Interns (Beacon Hill,South End,Roxbury & Lawrence)

2009-12-20T00:05:32-05:00
Commonwealth Land Trust serves a multi-cultural, very-low income, formerly homeless population, through the creation and preservation of affordable, subsized, supportive housing. Our residents may be disabled, HIV positive, recovering from or struggling with addictions issues and/or mental illness. We have housing for both extremely low-income individuals and low-income families.

If you'd like to see us in action, there are several video clips on line where we're featured. Check out this video that the Governor's Office created to recap the first year of the Commonwealth Corps program (Commonwealth Land Trust is featured!): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiTC84pI6Vo

And a speech delivered by our President supporting the Commonwealth Corps program:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2WkUytwK4rI

Last, a tour of one of our flagship programs: http://www.fhlbboston.com/communitydevelopment/onsite/onsite_2/bowdoin.jsp

People like you are a constant inspiration to us in our work, and make it possible for us to do much more than we otherwise could towards our mission of helping others live better lives.

We have a number of different work environments and tasks in each of our departments for our interns and volunteers. Take a look and let us know what you think you would be most interested in.

SOCIAL SERVICES
�help coordinate resident activities (arrange for, lead activities such as crafts, cooking classes, music, reading clubs, walking groups, running, yoga, etc.)
�research, identify area resources for residents such as financial assistance, food stamps, mental health counseling, furniture, clothing, soup kitchens, community centers, free activities & events, etc.
�revision, translation of forms

HEALTH & RECREATION
�game nights
�movie nights
�book clubs
�coordinate, lead resident walking or running club
�free yoga instruction
�meditation & stress relief
�health & nutrition classes
�substance abuse/relapse prevention
�support groups

ADMINISTRATION
�basic office support (filing, copying, faxing, scanning, reception, data entry, printing business cards, renewing advertising, etc.)
�advanced office support (policy research, board recruitment, organizing archives, donations requests and grant writing, outreach, vendor bidding, resident surveys)
�updating organizational contacts database
�volunteer recruiting
�advertising & marketing
�event planning & orchestration

SUPPORTIVE HOUSING MANAGEMENT
�giving tours to prospective residents
�helping applicants fill out paperwork
�completing application, move-in documentation
�fielding basic resident concerns
�collecting demographic data
�developing better systems, procedures
�revision, translation of forms

FINANCE
�administrative support for accounts payable and accounts receivable staff
�supplies & materials cost comparison research

FINE ARTS & MUSIC
�graphic design
�advertising, marketing design
�murals
�interior, exterior large-scale beautification projects
�forming, leading choral, band, group performances
�free instruction, classes for residents � adults and children

TECHNOLOGY
�website design, redesign
�implementation of organizational "wiki"
�database development, programming
�computer upgrades, maintenance
�free instruction, classes for residents � adults and children

MAINTENANCE
�cleaning
�painting
�planting, yard clean-ups, landscaping
�various repairs: carpentry, electric, plumbing, etc.
�professional trades instruction for staff

OTHER
�what inspires you?
�what special talents might you have to offer? (example: we'd never considered a choral group or a band until a music student suggested it)

As long as you are sincere, have a positive attitude and want to help, we'll work with you to find a role you'll enjoy and learn from.

Please e-mail inquiries, along with a letter of interest and resume to bcltrust@gmail.com
How to Apply:
Please e-mail inquiries, along with a letter of interest and resume to bcltrust@gmail.com

volunteer for an antidepressant study!

2009-12-19T23:01:56-05:00
Have you just started taking an antidepressant, or an anti-anxiety drug (within the last two weeks)?

Are you experiencing some problems in your sex life?

If you have started taking an SSRI (see list below for what is an SSRI) within the last two weeks, are having problems in your sex life, are over 18 and currently involved in a sexually active relationship, you qualify for our research study. We are looking at sexual functioning in people taking SSRIs. If you participate, you will be asked to read some information and fill out three surveys about your sexual functioning online on a secure, confidential website.

The study offers you an opportunity to receive information about your anti-depressant/ anti-anxiety medication as well as a chance to win a cash prize of $50. This study can be done online, at your own convenience in your own home.

For more information, please follow this link to the study website:

(Please note: if you participate, you will be asked to create a login for the survey website that consists of your email address. This information will be for your own use and will not be used to identify you or link you to your responses in any way).

https://www.psychdata.com/s.asp?SID=122493

SSRIs include:
citalopram (Celexa, Cipramil, Emocal, Sepram, Seropram)
escitalopram oxalate (Lexapro, Cipralex, Esertia)
fluoxetine (Prozac, Fontex, Seromex, Seronil, Sarafem, Fluctin (EUR))
fluvoxamine maleate (Luvox, Faverin)
paroxetine (Paxil, Seroxat, Aropax, Deroxat, Paroxat)
sertraline (Zoloft, Lustral, Serlain)
dapoxetine (no known trade name)

do you buy your groceries from Shaw's Supermarket or Star Market? (New England)

2009-12-19T21:38:32-05:00
Do you buy your groceries from Shaw's or Star Market? Do you have a Shaw's Rewards Card? Did you know that your Shaw's Rewards Card can help the non-profit organization of your choice?

The Carroll Center For the Blind is asking for your help. Please register your Shaw's Rewards Card in the Shaw's community Rewards program. 1% of your purchases will be donated to the Carroll Center For the Blind. Located in Newton, MA, the Carroll Center For the Blind is a non-profit school which provides educational and training services to blind and visually impaired adults.

Here's how to help the Carroll Center For the Blind:
1. Visit the following website:
www.albertsons.com/cp/shaws/
2. Click on the following link:
Login or register with your rewards card first
3. Enter your Shaw's Rewards Card number which you will find on the back of the card below the bar code. Only enter the first 11 digits of your card number.
4. Enter the 10-digit phone number which you used when you first registered for your Shaw's Rewards Card.
5. Click on: Login
6. Click on: Sign me up
7. Enter the following 11-digit number for the Carroll Center For the Blind:
49001018947
8. Click on: Add an organization
9. Click on: Update now
10. click on: Exit

Only purchases made at Shaw's or Star Market on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday will count in the community Rewards program. Always present your Shaw's Rewards Card at the cash register.

If you have any difficulty registering your Shaw's Rewards Card or if you have any other questions, please reply to this ad and I will assist you.

Do you know a blind or visually impaired adult who would benefit from the educational and training services offered by the Carroll Center For the Blind? For more Information, please visit: carroll.org.

Jeff

Psoriasis nonprofit -- Psoriasis Walk needs help! (Boston and surrounding areas)

2009-12-19T21:14:34-05:00
Do you have psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis - or know someone who does?

Do you think it is important to increase funding for research into finding a cure for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis?

Then please help bring the Psoriasis Walk to the Boston area in 2010!

You can make a difference by helping plan the walk, recruiting walkers, and coming up with fun ideas for family-friendly entertainment. People with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis -- and their friends and families -- will be grateful for your efforts, and money raised will support Psoriasis Cure Now, a nonprofit group pushing for a cure for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.

We need someone -- you? -- to bring the Psoriasis Walk to Boston!

Our nonprofit group, powered by volunteers, had 4 successful Psoriasis Walks in 2009 (pictures and info: www.psoriasiswalk.org). We are expanding the program to serve more people with psoriasis and promote awareness, so we can unlock more funding to find a cure.

For more information:

Call: 1-877-WALK-PCN (877-925-5726)

Information about psoriasis and Psoriasis Cure Now:
www.Psoriasis-Cure-Now.org
www.Psoriasis.name
Or reply to email address on this posting.

Psychological volunteer (Boston)

2009-12-19T18:41:23-05:00

I 'd appreciate Psychological help. Linda

Study on clutter (Boston University)

2009-12-19T16:44:23-05:00
Has Anyone Ever Called You a Packrat?

- Have people ever commented about the amount of clutter in your home?

- Is your home so cluttered that you have trouble using your rooms or furniture?

- Do you have difficulty throwing things away, even when you don't need them?

The Boston University School of Social Work is conducting a study on treatment for compulsive hoarding. This is a non-paid study. The study is open to adult volunteers aged 18 and over who meet study criteria.

For more information, please email Gabe Gruner at ggruner@bu.edu or call (617) 353-9125.

Volunteers with OCD needed for a neuroimaging research study (CNY MGH)

2009-12-19T16:21:24-05:00
Principle Investigator

Dara S. Manoach, Ph.D.
Department of Psychiatry - Massachusetts General Hospital

Eligibility

We are looking for volunteers with OCD between the ages of 16 and 55 to participate in a brain imaging study of the voluntary control of eye movements. You must be fluent in English and have no history of major head trauma or neurological illness.

Subject Participation

Participation will involve a clinical interveiw and a practice session where you will learn an eye-movement task and give a saliva sample to provide genetic data. There will be two brain imaging sessions. You will be asked to perform the same eye-movement task during an MEH scan and an fMRI scan on separate days. Participation lasts for about 10 hours. The study is completely non-invasive. Your confidentiality will be assured.

Payment

You will be paid between $200 - $240 for participation.

If you think you are eligible and are interested in participating, call Eric Jenike at (617) 726 - 7471

body appearance concerns study (MGH)

2009-12-19T16:20:41-05:00
Appearance Concerns Treatment Research Study

Do you dislike the way any part(s) of your body (for example, your skin, hair, nose, eyes) look?

Do you think about your appearance for more than one hour per day?

Do you worry that your muscles are not big enough, or do you spend a lot of time lifting weights to enhance your muscles?

Do you engage in any behaviors intended to check on, hide, or fix your appearance (for example, mirror checking, comparing yourself to others, excessive grooming behaviors)?

Or do you avoid any places, people or activities because of your appearance concerns (for example, do you avoid bright lights, mirrors, dating, or parties)?

Do your appearance-related thoughts or behaviors cause you a lot of anxiety, sadness, or shame?

Do you have problems with your work, school, family, or friends because of your appearance concerns?

If you answered any of these questions with "yes", you might be eligible to participate in a study at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). If you qualify, you will receive the following:

Diagnostic Evaluation at no cost
Medication Treatment at no cost

You will also be asked to fill out some questionnaires assessing body image symptoms, anxiety and mood. The treatment will be at no cost for you.

If you are interested in participating or would like to get further information, please call the Body Dysmorphic Disorder Clinic at (888) HEAL-BDD at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), or email BDD@partners.org.

Family OCD Study (MGH)

2009-12-19T16:18:25-05:00
Long-term Follow-Up Family Study of Children at Risk for
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Do you or one of your family members suffer from unwanted thoughts, worries and behaviors that they can't stop? Or, is there someone in your family who has been diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

Is there a child under 9 years old in your family who does not have OCD?

If you answered yes to these questions, we would like to ask you to become a part of a family research study at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). The purpose of this study is to find the causes of OCD. Families who take part in this study will receive a psychological evaluation at no cost. Families will be given feedback about some of the tests given to the children. We will also want to collect a DNA sample and take a picture (MRI) of your brain.

This study will require 6 hours of your time per year.
Compensation will be provided for you and your family.

If you would like to learn more about how to be a part of this research study, please call 1-877-CURE-OCD (1-877-287-3623) or go to our website at www.ocdfamilystudy.org.

Children and Teen 16 and younger wanted for Appearance Concerns Study (MGH)

2009-12-19T16:17:40-05:00
Are you worried about the way any part(s) of your body (for example, your skin, hair, nose, eyes) look?

Do you think about your appearance for more than one hour per day?

Do these thoughts upset you?

Do you have problems with your school, family, or friends because of your worries?

Do you wish you could do something about this problem?

IF YOU ARE A CHILD OR TEENAGER (age 16 and younger) and answered "yes" to any of these questions, you might be eligible to participate in a study at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). If you qualify, you will receive the following:

Diagnostic Evaluation
Study Medication

You will also be asked to fill out some questionnaires assessing body image symptoms, anxiety and mood. Participation in the study will be at no cost to you.

If you are interested in participating, or would like to get further information, please call the Body Dysmorphic Disorder Clinic at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) at (617) 643-4779 or email BDD@partners.org.

Please Help Us ship the container to Haiti (Malden)

2009-12-19T15:18:19-05:00
The Ministries Of Aides International is a non profit organization based in the United States providing a variety of outreach programs such as education, food, and healthcare. Also other basic necessities to less fortunate children abandoned street kids in Haiti. Please, with your help we will deliver this supply to the need's.

The Ministries of Aides International Needs to send 45 Ft. Container in Haiti. The container will be providing for the Needy's. Were helping (7,000) childrens in the Northern Part of Haiti and we need to send supplies, healthcare products, school supplies, food, and clothing to the children. The amount to send the conatainer is $6,000. The Ministries Of Aides International believes with your help donations We will be able to send the container.

Make your check Payable to: Ministries Of Aides International INC

276 Broadway Suite-2
Chelsea MA
email: volunteers@ministriesofaidesinternational.org

Web: www.ministriesofaidesinternational.org

Need your Help to Built School in Haiti (Chelsea)

2009-12-19T15:15:46-05:00
The funds that we have received have enable us to:

Built schools in five towns in the northern region of Haiti, providing valuable educational advantage to over 7,000 children from kindergarten through high school. Establish an orphanage with a great number of children to meet the minimal daily needs of these children, yet we have a waiting list of over 1000 children hoping to enroll. Organize health fairs with the help of doctors, nurses. and aides with volunteer their time to provide routine checkup,immunization, and blood pressure to minimize the risk of rampart diseases the overall health of these communities.

Contact: Evens Fontil

276 Broadway Suite-1 Chelsea,MA 02150

email: volunteers@ministriesofaidesinternational.org

Web: www.ministriesofaidesinternational.org

GRANT/PROPOSAL WRITERS (Malden)

2009-12-19T15:14:38-05:00
The Ministries of Aides International Inc is looking for Grant/Proposal Writers to help obtain grants and funding for our various programs. The Ministries of aides of aides International Inc is a non - profit charitable, Humanitarian, relief non -profit Organization under title 501 (c)(3) providing the Hope the children, For the 20 years know the Ministries of aides International Inc, has been a land mark compassion outreach in the lives underserved needy is children, abandoned children, street kids, orphanages, and other families in needs. The MAII is to provide Education, food, health care, clothing, and other necessities to unfortunate children who lack these essentials famine poverty or natural disaster and to the live. We are looking for Grant/Proposal writers who have experience, driven, passionate, dependant, and successful at getting the job done. If you are interested Please Contact Evens Fontil at volunteers@ministriesofaidesinternational.org

FUNDRAISING Coordinators (Chelsea)

2009-12-19T15:13:02-05:00
The Ministries of Aides International Inc is looking for a Fundraising Coordinator to help our organization in The Fundraising department. The Ministries of aides International Inc is a charitable, Humanitarian, non-profit Organization relief, under title 501 (c) (3) providing the Hope the children, For the 20 years know the Ministries of aides International Inc, has been a land mark compassion outreach in the lives underserved needy is children, abandoned children, street kids, orphanages, and other families in needs. The MAII is to provide Education, food, health care, clothing, and other necessities to unfortunate children who lack these essentials famine poverty or natural disaster and to the live. We are looking for a Fundraising Coordinator who has previous experience organizing fundraising. If you are interested Please Contact our office a representative will help you with any questions you have.

Contact name: Evens Fontil

Email: volunteers@ministriesofaidesinternational.org

Website: www.ministriesofaidesinternational.org

Environmental conservation project in Mombasa (Volunteer in Kenya)

2009-12-19T14:57:07-05:00
Ubon Ratchatani is one of the main cities of the Isan region, in the North East of Thailand, close to the borders with Cambodia and Laos. Although it remains among the most traditional areas of the country, it is also the poorest and less developed part in terms of infrastructure or industry; creating a huge rural exodus and migration from the Isan inhabitants to Bangkok. The Khueang Nai District administration wants to dynamize the Deng Mor rural areas and stimulate English learning through the international volunteers' presence. The main target group of the project will be young people and children. Inside this larger framework, each project will address the specific target group in different villages in the Deng Mor area.
Cultural exchange is the main work of the project. The volunteers will discover the typical Isan culture and traditions, visiting villagers, farmers and local artisans, helping them in their tasks. The volunteers will also hold English teaching workshops for the children of several district villages. The exact nature of the work will depend of the needs of the village at the time of the project.
Study theme: The volunteers will learn about the culture of rural Thailand in general and the traditions and specificity of the Isan region. Thai language lessons will also be given to the volunteers.
Special requirements: A correct level of English language and the will to teach it to kids is obviously necessary. The volunteers need also to be motivated to discover Thai culture and to present the one of their country of origin.
Leisure time: Leisure time will be organised by the volunteers with the support of the group leader. The closest city is far but accessible. The region isn't very tourist attractive as such but the nature is of extraordinary beauty: rice fields, small temples and natural parks are all over the region.
New years Eve, according to the Thai Buddhist calendar takes place in April. The volunteers in the April group will have the great chance to attend the ceremonies and festivities in the village with the local population.
Accommodation: The volunteers will be hosted in a traditional Isan house in the community and have access to the same basic conditions as any villager.
Location: The Deng Mor sub-district area is about 20 km far from Khueang Nai city and 60 km north west of Ubon Ratchatani city, in the Isan region, North east of Thailand.
Age range: 18 and over

For more details visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-thailand.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries go to: www.cadip.orgor give us a call:
617-502-0400
604-628-7400

Volunteer in Vietnam! Countless reasons to join�

2009-12-18T07:54:45-05:00

Organizing games and educational activities for disabled children in Hai Duong Orphanage

With about 1,000 disabled and orphan children coming from many parts of Hai Duong province, the Hai Duong Orphanage aims to provide basic education and
vocational training to create employment opportunities for the children of different age groups. The orphanage has a wide variety of courses for children ranging from infants to 18 years old.
For example, children between the ages of 6 to 12 will be provided with educational courses, and the older children are able to attend vocational training courses at the centre.
While special education helps to lessen the burden of children�s families by teaching the disabled to help themselves with personal activities, the vocational training programs
enable handicapped children to earn their living and be able to live independently in the future.
Volunteers will help organizing games and educational activities for children in the orphanage and exchanging with local volunteers or staff. Sometimes volunteers can help with some renovation work.

For more info and enrollment, please go to: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-vietnam.htm

www.cadip.org

617-502-0400

604-628-7400

3 months volunteering in Korea

2009-12-18T07:25:06-05:00

Environmental conservation and spreading awareness among local people in Mombasa

March 25 - April 8, 2010
The project is organised together with Magongo Santana friends of environment youth group. The group is involved in promoting environmental issues. They make a living by collecting garbage from different households. They sensitize the community on issues such as waste management and HIV/AIDS. The group needs support in terms of organizational development and technical expertise.
Orientation will be conducted for the volunteers to understand the objectives and expectations of the program. Volunteers will be involved in environmental conservation, which involves several activities such as garbage collection, clean up,tree planting. The volunteers will also take part in fundraising, HIV/AIDS and sanitation outreach programs for the local community..
Age range: 19 and over
Location: Mombasa is located in the Southern part of Kenya, approximately 8 hours drive from Nairobi. Public transport is available. The closest hospital is 5 minutes drive; markets, post office, banks (ATMs), Internet and other social facilities are located in Mombasa, 20 minutes drive from the camp site.
For more details and enrollment, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-kenya.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org,

617-502-0400 (US), 604-628-7400 (Canada)

Marine turtle protection project on the west coast of Karnataka (India)

2009-12-19T08:31:27-05:00

Marine turtle protection project on the west coast of Karnataka

Kundapur is a town situated on the west coast of Karnataka near the beach, and very close to the Western Ghats (a mountain ridge). The Western Ghats is India's prime zone for bio-diversity, known for its number of animal and plant species in this region. A Marine Turtle protection project has been started here in co-operation with the Forest Department of the State of Karnataka. Over a 60-kilometer stretch of beach, surveys are conducted and the turtle nests are protected until the hatching of the eggs. In 2007, more than 1500 baby turtles reached the ocean safely thanks to the efforts of international volunteers. This year again we continue these efforts. The projects will also focus on spreading awareness to the general public and in the schools about the importance of turtles in the bio-diversity.

Age range: 18 and over

December 7 - December 20, 2009
January 11 - January 24, 2010

Location: Kundapur is situated 100 km north of the city of Mangalore, 300 km from Panjim (Goa), and 450 km from Bangalore. Kundapur is accessible by bus/train from Mangalore, Bangalore, Panjim (Goa), and Mumbai. There are international and domestic airports in Mangalore, Bangalore, Goa, and Mumbai.

For more details and to see other projects in India please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-india.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org, t. 617-502-0400

Environmental volunteering in Iceland

2009-12-19T07:51:49-05:00

Green army in Reykjavik
March 2 - March 14, 2010
March 15 - March 29, 2010
April 19 - May 2, 2010
May 31 - June 13, 2010

In Reykjavik you can experience easily the pure energy at the heart of Iceland's capital city - whether from the boiling thermal energy underground, the natural green energy within the city and around it. Think of the qualities of a great city - fun, space, clean air, nature, culture - and Reykjavik has them in spades. It has the features of a modern, forward-looking society which are complemented by a close connection to beautiful nature.
The population of the Reykjavik Capital Area is about 200,000. Reykjavik is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic Ocean on almost all sides. In the summer, you can sit by the harbour at midnight and watch the sun dip slightly below the horizon before it makes its way up again.
The world�s northernmost capital is framed by the majestic Mt. Esja, which keeps a watchful eye on the city, and the blue waters of Faxafloi Bay. On a sunny day, the mystical Snaefellsjokull glacier appears crystal-like on the western horizon, while mountainous moonscapes spread to the southeast.
The volunteers will be hosted by the City of Reykjavik and their task is to help the local authorities to make the city center a better place to stay. The group will clean tags, paint old houses and will also work in the green areas in �skjuhl�� and Elli�a�rdalur. We will also clean the coastline in the city area.
Project language: English
Age range: 18 and over

More information and enrollment: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-iceland.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries please go to: www.cadip.org or give us a call: 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada)

Organic gardening and forestry activities in the Solheimar Eco-village (Volunteer in Iceland)

2009-12-19T07:23:43-05:00

Organic gardening and forestry activities in the Solheimar Eco-village
April 1 - April 15, 2010
April 29 - May 13, 2010

S�lheimar Eco-Village, founded in 1930, is the first community in the world where the so-called able and disabled people live and work together. Inspired by the theories of Rudolf Steiner, S�lheimar has focused on cultivating both the individual and the environment and it is the first community in Scandinavia to practice organic farming.
Today, S�lheimar (the home of the sun) is a charming village of about 100 inhabitants, renowned for its international, artistic and ecological atmosphere, which prides itself on its varied cultural, social and sporting activities. The village is only a one-hour drive from Reykjavik.
The volunteers will mostly work in the �lur Forestry Centre (the only organic reforestation centre in Iceland) and in the Sunna Organic Cultivation Centre. During the project, other tasks may arise depending on the needs of the community. The work in �lur, and in the village as well, will mostly consist in building paths and planting trees in Southern Iceland Farm Forest. In Sunna we will be planting vegetables, eradicating weeds and other gardening work.
Project language: English
Age range: 18 and over

More information and enrollment: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-iceland.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries please go to: www.cadip.org or give us a call: 604-628-7400

�Adopt� a Student in Need of Housing

2009-12-19T07:13:50-05:00

Save Thousands of Dollars on Childcare
http://hostandcare.com/ offers mutually benefiting homestay.
Homeowners save thousands of dollars on childcare, tutoring, home care, pet care or elderly care in exchange for hosting a student or a graduate.
Come to a http://hostandcare.com and meet our members:
Ruthie � a British nanny from United Kingdom
Moscerino � a Ph.D. student of Linguistics from Italy
Megan - a student at UC Berkeley majoring in social sciences and minoring in Computer Science
Chris � a Swedish Nutritionist, Personal Fitness trainer and Classical, Swedish masseuse
Come to http://hostandcare.com/ and set-up a free user account. Once you have an account you can explore possible care provider and use our free audio and video communication tools to communicate with other users.

Volunteers needed in Hull to Prepare Computers for Shipping to Schools (936 Nantasket Ave., Hull, MA 02045 )

2009-12-19T01:20:38-05:00
Make a difference in the world, with World Computer Exchange, which is dedicated to improving life and opportunities for poor youth throughout the world.

World Computer Exchange has a program on the third Saturday of every month. Please come and help us pack and test computers on Saturday, January 16th, 2009, 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM, at our site 936 Nantasket Ave. Hull, Mass. 02045.You may sign up as a group or as an individual. Lunch/snack will be provided.Transportation is not provided. If you have transportation concerns, please let us know and we will see if a carpool can be arranged with the other volunteers. some work will be outdoors, weather permitting.

World Computer Exchange's mission is to bridge the digital divide for the world's poorest youth by collecting donated, working computers and building the capacity of schools and youth organizations in developing countries to connect and maintain them. By re utilizing computer equipment, we help the environment by keeping computers out of landfills.

WCE- Boston is a group of volunteers in the greater Boston area who help to raise funds and gather, test and pack donated computers that are sent overseas to schools and community organizations with approved plans to implement an ICT project.
Visit www.WorldComputerExchange.org for more information

To come to this event please

Please contact Sumona at sdey@worldcomputerexchange.org or Pam at pcooney@worldcomputerexchange.org for more details

Skills:

1. Ability to turn on a computer or monitor to see if it is working. Technical skills are not necessary since you will be shown exactly how to do a quick simple protocol. Technical skills are a plus if you can troubleshoot simple problems, but not at all required. Also, an ability to palletize and stack tested items for shipping according to directions is not required, but definitely a plus. Ability to sort cords and mice.

2. Access to public or private transportation. If you are relying on public transportation, you can arrange to be picked up at the Braintree station on red line or the Quincy or Hingham commuter boat stations, schedules available at www.harborexpress.com and www.bostonharborcruises.com.

Donate Your Computer Equipment For Reuse In Schools ( 936 Nantasket Ave. Hull, Mass. 02045)

2009-12-19T01:17:37-05:00
ATTENTION: Boston Area Features Editors, Social Affairs Editors; Business Editors;
Weekend Assignment Editors; Print, Broadcast and Online Media

WHAT: Donate Your Computer Equipment,used radio and TV transmitting equipment For Reuse In Schools in Developing Countries

Expand minds, not landfills! Donate your working computer equipment (Pentium III and IV only) for reuse by young people in schools, libraries, and community centers in developing countries. Volunteers from the Boston Office of World Computer Exchange (WCE, www.WorldComputerExchange.org) will be accepting, testing and packing donated used, working Pentium 3 and 4 computers.. Equipments are accepted for drop off any time at WCE�s Hull location, or via mail. Businesses, institutional donors, or individuals wishing to make special arrangements should contact us for more details.

With 700 volunteers, WCE is the largest US non-profit provider of reused computers to connect youth in developing countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Studies show that the reuse of a computer is 25 times more carbon efficient than destroying one and re-manufacturing a new one. Our volunteer chapters in cities across the US and Canada have helped us prepare and ship over 26,000 donated computer sets since our first shipment in 2000.

At the same time, our work also helps to implement the UN�s Millennium Development Goals in Education, bridging the disturbing global divides in information, technology understanding, and opportunity.

CONTACT: Sumona Dey at sdey@worldcomputerexchange.org, Phone: 617-818-3434

Help save a life (South Shore Plaza)

2009-12-18T23:09:42-05:00
Give the gift of life this holiday season! Register to be a bone marrow/stem cell donor and help save a life!

It takes 5 minutes of your time to fill out some quick contact info, answer 20 medical questions, and do a simple mouth swab to collect your cheek cells. IT'S FREE, FAST and EASY!

Help save the life of someone struggling with leukemia or lymphoma etc. in need of an unrelated donor to save their life. Most of the time the patients in need of transplants are children.
1 in 20,000 of ever being a match. People who are matches generally donate stem cells through their blood- NOT THE HIP.

Ages 18-61 are eligible.

South Shore Plaza- located in front of Sears

Saturdays 12-8
Sundays 12-6

Do you feel that other people are watching you? -Research (Cambridge)

2009-12-18T18:26:02-05:00
Have you ever felt that you are not in control of your own ideas or thoughts?
Do you feel on guard, even with your friends?
Do you worry at times that something may be wrong with your mind?
Do other people think that you are a bit strange or unusual?

If you answered "yes" to any of those questions you may be eligible to participate in a study and earn up to $350 dollars.

If you are interested in learning more about the study, please call 617-335-5604 or email us at socialneuroscience@gmail.com

We are investigating how personality influences the way people interpret social situations.
You can choose to participate in one or all:
� Two 2 hr fMRI studies
� A 2-5 hr behavioral study examining
memory, attention, and decision making
� A 3 week diary study

Interested in Clinical Studies? (Mass General & Brigham & Women�s Hosp)

2009-12-18T17:05:11-05:00
Register with RSVP for Health
� Visit our website at www.rsvpforhealth.partners.org
� Call us at (866) 391-7030
Once you have registered, you will be notified by mail or email of the latest research being conducted in the areas that interest you the most.

Youth Basketball Coaches (Stoneham)

2009-12-18T16:06:16-05:00
Seeking Male & Female experienced basketball coaches for an established AAU basketball program located North of Boston. For additional information, please call 781-438-6163.

Feeling depressed? Think other people are out to give you a hard time? (MGH Boston)

2009-12-18T15:24:25-05:00
Have you been feeling down or depressed lately? If so, do you have unusual experiences where it seems that people are out to give you a hard time or to hurt you; do you hear, see, feel, smell, or taste things that other people do not experience?

If you have these symptoms, you may be suffering from a specific type of Major Depressive Disorder and may be eligible to participate in a treatment study at Massachusetts General Hospital. The purpose of this research study is to examine the effectiveness and safety of Seroquel when it is taken alone, compared to when it is taken in addition to an antidepressant, in the treatment of Major Depressive Disorder with Psychotic Features. You may be eligible if you are between the ages of 18-85 years.

The study involves 9 weekly visits to the DCRP. All subjects in this study will receive active treatment, and will be assigned by chance, like the flip of a coin, to take either Seroquel alone, or the combination of Seroquel and an antidepressant (Sertraline, Citalopram or Escitalopram).

For more information, please contact the research coordinator Rita at 617-724-9142.

Are you between 50 � 75 years of age? 7-Day Sleep Study (Boston)

2009-12-18T14:46:29-05:00
Are you between 50 � 75 years of age? 7-Day Sleep Study

The Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center is looking for healthy participants, ages 50-75, interested in participating in a sleep/sleep deprivation research study. The study investigates the relationship between blood pressure, body weight and inflammation in response to prolonged wakefulness, and potentially involves staying awake for 2 nights. Payment for the study including screening, hospital stay and follow up will be up to $1300. Transportation will be provided for the 7-day in-hospital portion of the study.

For more information:

- call Dr. Monika Haack at (617) 667-0308.
- or email sleepstudy@BIDMC.Harvard.edu

ADHD Work Simulation Study (MGH)

2009-12-18T14:40:34-05:00
Volunteers (18-55 years old) with ADHD are asked to participate in a research study investigating how adults with ADHD function while performing tasks similar to those encountered in the workplace. This study will take up to 17 hours. This time is divided between the initial visit to obtain consent, meet with a study clinician, and complete up to 5 hours of testing, and one work simulation day lasting from 8:30 am to 7:00 pm. Subjects may be compensated up to $350. Please contact the study coordinator at (617) 724-8485 for more information.

DO YOU HAVE INSOMNIA (18-65 years) (Boston)
DO YOU HAVE INSOMNIA (18-65 years)

The Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center is looking for women and men between the ages 18 to 65 years who have either poor sleep quality (e.g. difficulties falling and/or staying asleep, waking up early in the morning, un-refreshing sleep) or are good sleepers.

We are conducting a research study which investigates the relationship between sleep and pain perception (e.g. perception of warmth, cold, pressure) and skill learning (e.g. learning of a novel sequence of finger movements). The study involves 3 visits to the hospital, and a 2-week at-home evaluation phase. Payment for the study will be up to $200. Parking will be reimbursed.

If you are interested, please contact Dr. Monika Haack by
- email: sleepquality@bidmc.harvard.edu
- or phone: (617) 667 0308

Voice analysis study about depression (Boston Medical Center)

2009-12-18T14:17:13-05:00
AN INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN A RESEARCH STUDY

Researchers at Boston Medical Center are developing an automated and confidential telephone system that can determine the severity of depression symptoms.

We are looking for people who have been diagnosed with depression in the last 10 months.

Your participation will last 3 months and you will be reimbursed $100 for your time.

To receive more information about our research study, you can call us at 617-638-5640 or email julie.eisen@bmc.org!

We look forward to hearing from you!

study for adolescents who suffer from Migraines $ 100 (Boston )

2009-12-18T14:14:07-05:00
Do you or your child suffer from migraines?

Boston Clinical Trial is conducting a migraine study for ages 12-17. To qualify must have at least 2 migraines a month that last for at least 3 hours without treatment.

Study medication is FDA approved and all study medication and exams will be giving at no charge

Compensation for time and travel will be provided. 2 visits $100

If you or your child suffers from migraines please call us at 617-202-6322.

Enrollment is limited, so please call today.

Postherpetic Neuralgia (PHN) Study (Boston Clinical Trials )

2009-12-18T14:12:59-05:00
Postherpetic Neuralgia (PHN) Study

It is estimated that PHN afflicts millions of people worldwide. If you are age 18 or older and suffer from Postherpetic Neuralgia (pain that persists after shingles) you may be eligible to participate in a clinical trial research study.

Study medication and study related procedures will be available at no cost.

Patients that qualify for the study will be compensated for their time.

617-202-6322

Migraine Study for adolescents (ages 12-17) (Boston )

2009-12-18T14:12:11-05:00
Migraine Study for adolescents (ages 12-17)

Do you or your child suffer from migraines?

If so you or your adolescent suffers from migraines you/they may qualify to be in a clinical research of investigational medication.

Adolescents much be 12-17 years of age
Experience 2-8 migraines a month for over a six month period.

Study medication is FDA approved and you/they will receive free medication up to a year.

Study consists of 2 office visits and compensation for time and travel is $100.

If you or your adolescents suffer from migraines please call Boston Clinical Trials for more information today.

Currently Depressed? (Boston )

2009-12-18T14:11:27-05:00

1 in 15 adults is affected by depression.

Boston Clinical Trials is conducting a new research study with new medication treatment of depression.

To qualify one must be:
- Between the ages of 18 and 65
- Diagnosed with depression by a professional
- Have tried various types of medication for depression - 2 in past year

For more info please call 617-202-6322

Knee or Hip Pain - $500 (Brighton )

2009-12-18T14:10:39-05:00
Hip and Knee Pain Study

Do morning stiffness and pain keep you in bed longer than you would like?
Do simple tasks like reaching, bending and climbing bring on pain?
Does it take you a long time to recover from activity?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may want to consider volunteering for a clinical research. All volunteers will receive study medication (non narcotic) at no charge along with compensation, up to $ 500.

Volunteers must be 18 years old, have had pain in knew or hip for a certain amount of time and are currently taking medication for the pain.

617-202-6322

Is your antidepressant medication not enough?? Want to try therapy?? (Boston, MGH)

2009-12-18T13:43:58-05:00
Are you currently taking an antidepressant, such as Zoloft, Celexa, Lexapro or Prozac, and still feel depressed? Would you like to try brief psychodynamic psychotherapy to treat your depression?

We Need:

Depressed men and women age 18 - 60, currently on SSRI or SNRI treatment, for a research study examining the usefulness of two neuroimaging tests in predicting whether someone with depression will get better when they are treated with a type of talk therapy called psychodynamic psychotherapy. Psychodynamic psychotherapy is a type of treatment that explores better ways of coping with depression and other life problems.

Eligible participants will receive 16, 50-minute psychotherapy sessions, which will be billed to you or to your health insurance company in the usual way.

Additionally, at five times throughout the study, you will come to the Depression Clinical and Research Program to do a series of tasks. We will also ask you to come in for a follow-up visit three months after the end of your psychotherapy sessions. Each of these visits will last about 1.5 hours. The total amount you will receive for completing these visits is $155.

15 eligible participants will have the option of having two positron emission tomography (PET) scans, for which compensation will be provided based on the time commitment ($75 per scan).

If interested or want more information, please contact Soo at 617-724-2936 or email at syoun@partners.org

Do you have problems with compulsive hoarding? (USA)

2009-12-18T12:55:13-05:00
Discovery Studios is producing a brand new series that has not aired yet on compulsive hoarding. We're looking for people who are having trouble with this issue and would be interested in telling their story. We're working with top experts and will be providing therapy and organizing to those who are interested in participating. We're approaching this new series from an educational standpoint, and are looking to give people the tools to deal with this problem for the long term.

If you or someone you know has problems with compulsive hoarding we'd really like to hear from you.

Email us at:

candace_boissy-cw@discovery.com

Thank you and we look foward to hearing from you.

Research Subjects Needed for Bipolar Depression Study (McLean Hospital)

2009-12-18T12:26:05-05:00

Bipolar Participants Wanted for an MRI Research Study on Brain Chemistry

Are you currently experiencing depression and want to be a subject in a brain imaging research study?

The Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder Program at McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA is seeking male and female participants for a study on brain chemistry:

Participants will undergo a brief phone screening, a clinical evaluation, a urine toxicology screen, pregnancy screen (if applicable), and two brain-imaging (MRI) procedures.

Participants will be compensated $100.00 for approximately 4 hours of their time.

We are seeking individuals who:

� Have a psychiatric diagnosis of bipolar I or II and are currently depressed
� Have no history of seizures, strokes, head injury, diabetes, thyroid or other endocrine problems
� Are between the ages of 18 and 65

*Persons who are claustrophobic or have ferromagnetic metal in or on their body (pacemakers, surgical clips, shrapnel pieces, or piercings) that cannot be removed should not undergo a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan.

Benefits
We hope this study will provide information that will further our understanding of the neurobiology underlying schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

Contact Person
Please call Julie at (617) 855-2153 for details and additional information.

Emotions & Emotional Responding Study (Boston University)

2009-12-18T12:20:39-05:00
Emotions and Emotional Responding Study

Individuals 18 years and older are wanted to participate in an online survey investigating the ways in which individuals respond to their emotions. This is a one-session, web-based study consisting of questions that evaluate various aspects of emotional experience, personality, and behavior.

Your participation automatically enrolls you in a chance to win up to $150 in gift certificates from Amazon.com!

If interested, please reply to unifiedresearchlab@gmail.com.

TOPS & BOTTOMS WANTED (Fenway/Boston )

2009-12-18T12:13:26-05:00

Tops & Bottoms WANTED Fenway Health is seeking HIV-negative men who have sex with men to participate in a vaccine trial to determine the safety and effectiveness of an investigational HIV vaccine. The fact is, 63% of all HIV/AIDS cases in the U.S. are in gay and bisexual men and HIV infection rates are rising among men who have sex with men. We are seeking volunteers: HIV-negative men, Ages 18-45, who have been a top or bottom in the past 6 months. Volunteers receive compensation for their time and travel expenses, as well as confidential HIV counseling and testing. You cannot get HIV from this investigational HIV vaccine. Please consider volunteering. For more Information or to volunteer, Call (617) 927-6450 or email Danny at dtu@fenwayhealth.org.

Subjects Needed for a Study of First Impressions of Faces (MGH) (Charlestown, MA)

2009-12-18T11:23:00-05:00
Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital seek men and women ages 18 and older with 20/20 corrected vision and the ability to read English to participate in an hour and a half long study of first impressions. The study is non-invasive. Participants will be shown a series of photographs of women's faces on a computer screen and will be asked to record their perceptions of them, and then fill out a brief questionnaire. Participants will be paid $20.00 for their participation. For more information, please contact Lauren at blinkstudies@gmail.com.

Veteran Research Volunteers (Boston VA Healthcare)

2009-12-18T10:36:49-05:00
Men and Women Veteran Volunteers Wanted for Research Study

We are seeking men and women veteran participants for a research study examining the problems in one�s social life, work, and health related to military service.
If you agree to participate, you will be asked questions about your current mental and physical health, social life, and ability to work since your return home.

The session takes place at the VA Boston Healthcare System at either the Jamaica Plain or Brockton campus. You will be compensated $30 for 2 hours.

If interested, please call Nicole (857) 364-4517.
VA Boston Healthcare System

Have you successfully lost weight with gastric bypass surgery? (Joslin Diabetes Center)

2009-12-18T09:43:58-05:00
Clinical Research Volunteers Needed
Are you feeling well after your gastric bypass surgery? We are seeking volunteers between the ages of 18-65 to participate in a clinical research study looking at blood sugars in people who have successfully lost weight after gastric bypass surgery performed at least 2 years ago. Study involves two, 1 to 3 hour visits to the Boston Joslin Diabetes Center. Free Parking. Monetary compensation. For information, contact Megan at 617-264-2731 or email Megan.Skow@Joslin.Harvard.Edu

Horizons for Homeless Children (Greater Boston)

2009-12-18T09:35:53-05:00
PLAYSPACE PROGRAMS VOLUNTEER JOB DESCRIPTION

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare and lead age appropriate activities, games, and/or projects with children in Family Shelters, Teen Parenting Programs, and Domestic Violence Programs.
Promote positive interactions.
Maintaining a clean, organized and safe Playspace.
Ensure the children�s safety at all times.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:
Foster healthy development through interactions and play with children.
Supervise age appropriate activities for 1 to 5 children.
Coordinate clean up of the Playspace at the end of each shift.
Maintain communication with shelter staff, Playspace Programs Manager and volunteer partner(s).
Implement program policies, procedures and guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong interest in preschool and school age children.
Patience, dependability, and sensitivity to homeless issues.
Preschool or elementary teaching experience is a plus.
Must be at least 18 years old to be in an unsupervised setting.
16 & 17 year olds have limited placement options.
Ability to identify when assistance is needed and ask for appropriate help.
Take initiative and accomplish routine tasks.
Take direction and respond to constructive feedback
Communicate with Programs Manager and Shelter Liaison in advance.
Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality of residents and shelter location.
Must be able to lead the Playspace with minimal supervision.
Must have the ability to identify, anticipate and prevent accidents.
Must be able to get down on the floor.

BENEFITS AND TRAINING:
Initial orientation and training (6 hours).
Ongoing support and continuing education opportunities.
Opportunities to gain experience with children and obtain greater awareness of family homelessness.
Additional training on domestic violence may be required at some domestic violence programs.

HOURS: Daytime and early evening shifts available.

COMMITMENT: 2 hour shift same time and day once a week, not including travel time. There is a minimum commitment of 6 months.

LOCATION: To be arranged after training.

CONTACT: Horizons for Homeless Children, Playspace Programs (617) 445-1480 or (800) 560-7702.

Do You Get ANXIOUS in Social Situations? (MGH)

2009-12-18T09:20:45-05:00
Do You Get ANXIOUS in Social Situations?

Do you have trouble...
Speaking in front of other people?
Writing in public?
Eating with other people?

The Anxiety Disorders Program at the
Massachusetts General Hospital is studying
the effectiveness of several medications
for the treatment of social phobia.
Participants will receive study medication and treatment
at no cost. If you are 18 years of age
or older and are interested in this study,
please call:

(617) 726-6944

Teaching English and cultural exchange in Ubon Ratchathani (Thailand)

2009-12-18T08:35:15-05:00

Teaching English and cultural exchange in rural communities in Ubon Ratchathani

November 2 - November 15, 2009
December 7 - December 20, 2009
January 4 - January 17, 2010
February 1 - February 14, 2010
March 1 - March 14, 2010
April 5 - April 18, 2010
May 3 - May 16, 2010

Music, education and cultural exchange program for Korean children
Samcheok, Gangwon
June 2 - August 20, 2010
September 1 - November 26, 2010

Samcheok is a city of tourism with beautiful beaches and a cave. But the standard of living is poor and especially, education facilities are not enough for the local community. The host organization is a local church and they run local children's center to provide educational and cultural opportunities to children. They offer not only studying with books but also various extracurricular activities to them. Musical team and Korean traditional music performance team, which are particular offering of this center, perform a road show for local people. The host wants to give the kids an intercultural experience through the volunteers' participation. You can also feel the typical warmth and kindness of rural Korean community.

Volunteer work: Together with Korean volunteer(s), the international participants will organize and manage cultural and education programs such as foreign languages (mainly English), outdoor activities, etc. for the children who attend the local Children's Center. The children at the center are mainly elementary school students and few middle school students. They normally stay at the center after school, from 2 pm until around 8 pm. Any kind of activities and ideas are welcome, as long as they provide the local children with opportunities for cultural exchange. The local children are very open and interested about the different countries in the world.

Profile of the volunteer:
� Previous volunteer experience with children (preferred but not necessary)
� Interest about Korea (learning the language and culture in the local area)
� Ability to teach and communicate in English (non-formal English teaching)
� Initiative and active personality
� Skills to manage club activities (e.g. music, dance, sports, theatre, etc.)
� Flexibility and positive mind

Age range: 18 - 40 years old
For more details visit: www.cadip.org/volunteering-in-korea.htm or give us a call: 617-502-0400 (US); 604-628-7400 (Canada)

Affordable Volunteering Abroad: www.cadip.org

SMARTS Boston Internship Opportunity (Lexington and Roxbury)

2009-12-17T21:18:26-05:00
Internship Opportunity at ResearchILD:
SMARTS Boston Program Intern

ABOUT RESEARCHILD
The Research Institute for Learning and Development is a not-for-profit educational and research organization directed by Dr. Lynn Meltzer and Dr. Bethany Roditi. ResearchILD transforms the lives of students with learning and attention difficulties by helping each child understand his/her own learning style, develop personalized strategies for learning, and learning how to learn. ResearchILD helps children, adolescents, and adults with learning and attention differences to develop persistence and resilience, which are essential for academic and life success.

Our dedicated team of experts has conducted ground-breaking research on learning and attention difficulties, with specific emphasis on executive function and learning strategies. ResearchILD initiatives include the SMARTS Leadership and Mentoring Program, professional development workshops, seminars, research, Harvard�s annual Learning Differences Conference, and publications, including Executive Function in the Classroom, Parent Guide to Hassle-Free Homework, BrainCogs, and Essay Express.

ABOUT SMARTS BOSTON
The SMARTS Leadership and Mentoring Program provides innovative strategy instruction and leadership opportunities which motivate students with learning and attention differences to actively engage in the learning process, take control of their lives, and become self-confident learners with the potential to become successful leaders. The SMARTS Leadership and Mentoring Program has been developed as an after-school program at New Mission High School in Roxbury. It provides a supportive peer group and engages students in a school-based participatory action research project to teach executive function strategies. The program will run January to May, 2010.

SMARTS BOSTON PROGRAM INTERN
Location: School site at New Mission High School in Roxbury; office site in Lexington, MA
Duration: 10 hours per week January through May; must be available Mondays 11:00-3:00 and Tuesdays 2:00-5:00

The SMARTS Boston Program Intern will facilitate activities in after-school program at New Mission High School, including activities related to leadership development, self-awareness, group problem-solving, and strategy instruction. The intern will be an integral member of the team and assist with program planning, coordination, and development.

Qualifications
� Experience working with urban youth.
� Strong facilitation skills.
� Confidence, passion, and energy.
� Ability to build strong relationships with youth and adults.
� Awareness of urban education and learning differences.
� Must have car and work Mondays in Lexington, Tuesdays in Roxbury.
� Available at least 10 hours per week January through the end of May.

Compensation: Unpaid

To Apply:
To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to Lindsey Musen at lmusen at researchild.org and Mimi Ballard at mballard at researchild.org. Use the subject line �SMARTS Boston Intern Application.�

Contact:
Research Institute for Learning and Development
4 Militia Dr., Suite 20
Lexington, MA 02421
781-861-3711 ext. 40
lmusen at researchild.org
http://researchild.org/

Returning OIF/OEF Vets ($25 for 1.5 hours)

2009-12-17T16:55:49-05:00
Help us learn how to help other Vets who want to go back to school or training. Get a $25 voucher for cash if you participate in a 1 1/2 hour focus group!

Can you help? If you are a post 9/11 vet who has PTSD come to one of our focus groups. Join a discussion on how the VA can help Vets like you who want to go back to school.

How it works:

-Call us! You will be screened to see if you are eligible to participate.
-You will attend a 1 � hour group session at a convenient location. Pick the one convenient to you.
-You will participate in a group discussion about your educational goals, the obstacles you have in going back to school and the ways the VA can help.
-You will receive a voucher good for cash for $25. Voucher is redeemable for cash (at cashier�s office at the Bedford VA, we will help you redeem).
-Your participation is completely confidential. We will not contact your doctor. If you decide not to join a focus group there will be no impact on your regular VA care.

It is our pleasure to answer all your questions and concerns about this study and the groups

Please call Anjali at: 781-687-2000 x5022

Focus Groups run by the Center for Health Quality Outcomes and Economics Research (CHQOER); Edith Nourse Rogers VAMC; 200 Springs Road; Bedford, MA 01730

Mass - We need multilingual volunteers!

2009-12-17T16:23:07-05:00
Greetings from the National Language Service Corps (NLSC). We're a new organization geared towards building a group of multilingual volunteers to help bridge communities.

You can help! Join now!

Please visit our website for more information.

Be a part of a new organization geared towards bridging communities.
Needed � Hausa, Somali, Swahili, Indonesian, Vietnamese, Russian, Mandarin-Chinese, Thai, Marshallese, and Hindi.

All must be bilingual in English and the listed language.

Contact/Application Information:
E-mail: recruiting@NLSCorps.org
Phone: 1-888-SAY-NLSC (888-729-6572)
Website: http://www.NLSCorps.org

DivaCafe is a New Website!

2009-12-17T16:21:45-05:00
DivaCafe is a new Women's and Social Networking Site where you Connect for Friendship, Networking, and Ideas! It is an easy way to meet new friends and to promote your home-based business if you have one! :) We would love if you could check it out @ http://www.divacafe.net

Healthy Volunteers for Nervous System Study ($1000) (Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center)

2009-12-17T16:00:27-05:00
Healthy FVolunteers for Nervous System Study

Ages 18 � 50
Non-smoker
Not-pregnant and no-contraceptive pill use
No medication
No medical problems
Two 3 day/2 night stays in hospital
Compensation up to $1000 and free onsite parking

For more information
Please Call Elizabeth Waring at 617-632-8952

Division of Neurology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Participate in Research on Vit D and Bone Health- $325! (Children's Hospital Boston)

2009-12-17T15:19:53-05:00
Interested in learning more about your vitamin D levels and bone health???

Children�s Hospital, Boston is conducting a research study in which we compare vitamin D levels in healthy adolescents with levels in girls with an eating disorder, before and after they take a vitamin D supplement, so we can learn more about how vitamin D is processed in adolescent�s bodies.

The study involves a 6 hour time commitment over an initial 24 hour period. After that, there will be four short (less than 1 hour) weekly visits. For the first visit, a nurse will take your vital signs and draw some blood. You will also receive a bone density DXA scan and a vitamin D pill. We will also ask you to fill out some questionnaires about nutrition and exercise. At each of the four short follow-up appointments a nurse will draw a small amount of blood. Upon completion of the study you will receive $50 per visit ($325 total) for participating. You will also receive travel or parking reimbursement for each study visit.

To Be Eligible:

� Healthy young female between 13-22 years, at least two years post-menarche.
� Must be healthy weight for height.
� Does not have an illness known to affect bone health (i.e. cystic fibrosis, inflammatory bowel disease, renal disease, or diabetes mellitus)
� Not taking medications know to affect bone metabolism or vitamin D metabolism (i.e. inhaled steroids, anticonvulsants, GnRH analogues)

If you are interested, please contact Courtney at 617-355-3739 or email at Courtney.Giancaterino@childrens.harvard.edu.

Education/Non-profit Management Volunteer or Intern (Jamaica Plain)

2009-12-17T15:14:09-05:00
EDUCATIONAL/NON-PROFIT MANAGEMENT VOLUNTEER OR INTERN

The Adult Learning Program (ALP) is the largest educational program of The Jamaica Plain Community Centers Inc. (JPCC). Established in 1983, ALP offers adult education classes including ESOL, literacy, GED, and computer classes, as well as support services, to 300 students/yr. Our mission is to provide an innovative learner-centered, participatory educational program to educationally disadvantaged and Limited English Proficient adults. Our goal is to help students attain the education, skills, and self confidence that will enable them to more fully participate in their communities and in the education of their children, and that will further enhance opportunities for employment and personal development. In addition, we seek to provide historically disenfranchised individuals and communities, including refugees and immigrants, with knowledge and skills to fully participate in and impact the resources and development of their communities.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Education/Non-profit Management Volunteer or Intern reports to the Director. The position includes administrative and performance management tasks. This position is ideal for someone interested in education, human services, program evaluation, outcomes measurement, or organizational development. The intern will assist with various tasks including: student outreach, database and fiscal management, compliance with Department of Education standards, follow-up with students, assisting with events and meetings, and will act as a general assistant to the Director. The intern may, on occasion, be asked to work in the classroom as a classroom assistant; however the majority of the work will be administrative in nature. This is an excellent experience for someone interested in management of programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

2 years towards BA required, knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Access, Excel, Outlook), good organizational skills and record keeping, cheerful presence and people skills, good oral and written communication skills, self starter who can work independently, comfort with new software and web-based tools, must pass CORI/SORI background check

The volunteer or intern must be available a minimum of eight hours per week (10 to 15 hours, preferred) for a three-month commitment. This is an unpaid position; it may fulfil internships for academic credit, career exploration, or community-service learning.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

To apply, please email resume and cover letter to: resumes@jpccalp.org
In the subject line, please specify the position to which you are applying.

Seeking Literacy Volunteers (Framingham / Natick / Wellesley)

2009-12-17T14:32:59-05:00
Literacy Unlimited of Framingham is looking for energetic and dedicated volunteers to assist non-native speakers in learning how to speak English. You will attend a 6-week training course that will allow you gain the necessary knowledge and skills that you will need in order to be a successful certified Literacy Volunteer of Massachusetts literacy tutor.

Before your training session ends, you will fill out a form and go through a tutor / student matching process. We have male and female students of varying ages who are from all over the world including Brazil, Central America, China, Germany, Mexico, Russia and many other countries. You would be asked to tutor someone at least through a one-year commitment meeting at least once a week.

If this sounds like something you'd like to get involved with, please contact us via this post or directly at natickliteracy@gmail.com. You can also call our office at (508) 647-6400 -- Extension 1583. If no one answers, please leave a message.Thank you!

Duloxetine for Menopausal Depression (MGH-Boston)

2009-12-17T14:12:23-05:00
Are you a MENOPAUSAL WOMAN feeling depressed or down?

If you are a menopausal woman age 40 or older and:
� Have experienced changes in your menstrual cycle
� Are feeling down or depressed
� Are not currently taking anti-depressants or hormone therapy
You may be eligible for a research study at Massachusetts General Hospital evaluating how a non-hormonal medication treats menopausal depression. Women who participate will receive study medication and evaluations of their mood at no cost, and will be compensated up to $280 over the course of the 9 week study.

For information, please call: (617) 724-6989 or email sdconnors@partners.org

Looking for participants for a weight loss study (Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center)

2009-12-17T14:11:10-05:00
Tired of losing weight and gaining it back?
We may be able to help keep it off!
Are you: Overweight or obese?
35-65 years old?
Non-diabetic?
Available to participate in a study for a year?

You may qualify for our study at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, which includes:
A diet and exercise program
Medical exams
Study medication
Compensation and parking

If interested, please call Dr. Ziemke at 617-667-8630 or respond to this email

Depression Study - (BCT )

2009-12-17T14:06:20-05:00
Depression Study
1 in 15 adults is affected by depression.

Boston Clinical Trials is conducting a new research study with new medication treatment of depression.

To qualify one must be:
- Between the ages of 18 and 65
- Diagnosed with depression by a professional
- Have tried various types of medication for depression (2 in past 12 months)
- Not Bi-Polar

Compensation is $1950 (30 visits)

18 Shepard Street

Brighton, MA 02135

Tel.: (617) 202-6322

Fax: (617) 202-6323

www.bostontrials.com

Volunteers Wanted! (Newton, MA)

2009-12-17T13:24:56-05:00
Neurocare Center for Research is a clinical research site specializing in neurological and medical health conditions. We are currently recruiting volunteers to participate in clinical trials for the following indications:

Memory Loss
Restless Leg Syndrome
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Arthritis
ADHD
Depression
Headache
Insomnia
Obesity
Obstructive Sleep Apnea

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THESE STUDIES, PLEASE CONTACT Renee at
617-581-6434 (call toll free at 1-800-958-1218) or research@neurocareinc.com

Do you suffer from memory loss? (Newton, MA)

2009-12-17T13:19:56-05:00
Alzheimer�s doesn�t always run in the family. Even if there�s no history of Alzheimer�s disease, a family member may be struggling. A research study � ICARA � is now under way to explore a new investigational drug for Alzheimer�s disease.

People eligible to participate in the ICARA study must:

� Be 50 to 88 years old
� Have a diagnosis of probable Alzheimer�s disease.

In addition to receiving study-related physical exams and laboratory services at no charge, participants may receive study drug (bapineuzumab) and will be monitored by a medical team, including a nurse or study coordinator and a physician.

Ask your doctor if the ICARA study is right for you.

For more information visit www.neurocareinc.com or call
NeuroCare Center for Research at 617-581-6434 or 800-958-1218

Healthy Adult Volunteers (age 20-30 years) Needed! (Brigham and Women's Hospital- Boston, MA)

2009-12-17T13:10:07-05:00
Healthy Adult Volunteers (age 20-30 years) Needed!

Brigham and Women�s Hospital Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Hypertension is enrolling subjects to participate in a research study on how salt affects heart function. The study requires a medical evaluation, eating a fixed salt diet for 14 days, and 2 separate 1-day overnight hospital stays.

Receive up to $550.00.

Please call (617) 525-8252 or email: BWHsaltheartstudy@partners.org
for more information.

Short Term-Spring Break Program and Volunteer Opportunities in Ecuador (Amazon Basin, Galapagos Island, Andes)

2009-12-17T12:46:19-05:00
Great Wilderness is a 501 �c� California-based, international, non profit, conservation organization. Great Wilderness partners closely with Ecuadorian non profits in our common mission to conserve and preserve threatened tropical forest while improving standards of living in rural communities. GW is dedicated to conservation of biodiversity and works with local people to protect natural resources and develop sustainable ways of living. We invite you to join the Great Wilderness Spring Break 2010 study abroad and volunteer program in Ecuador.

Places:
� Biological Reserves and Field Research Stations at
� Galapagos Island
� Amazon Basin
� Tropical Andes
� Ecuadorian Choco Rainforest

Programs:
� Conservation of Biodiversity
� Environmental Education
� Sustainable Development (sustainable production of organic cacao)
� Reforestation
� Health and Nutrition (supporting rural clinics)
� Scientific research
� Women and indigenous issues

Services:
� Volunteer opportunities
� Study Abroad
� Bird Watching Tours
� Natural History Courses
� Cultural Exchange Program
� Spanish Courses

To see video about:
Ecuador: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xM-o1eesn4M
Volunteer Program: http://www.youtube.com/user/GreatWilderness

Contact info:
www.greatwilderness.org
greatwilderness@gmail.com

Depression Study - You are not alone (Brighton )

2009-12-17T12:22:24-05:00
Boston Clinical Trails is conducting a new research study.

Study medication is FDA approved and compensation is $1950 for time and travel -

Study consists of 30 visits in a 9-12 month span.

If you are interested you much :

Be 18 or over
Diagnosed with depression
Treated with at least two different medication in past 12 months that did not work to its fullest.

For more information please call 617-202-6322 today!

Have you been feeling sad, hopeless, helpless, unmotivated? (Boston )

2009-12-17T12:21:40-05:00
Have you been feeling sad, hopeless, helpless, unmotivated?
Do you have to push yourself hard just to get through the day?

You may be experiencing symptoms of depression and over 18
also have been on 2 different medications for depression in the past 12 months, for at least 6 weeks.

If you qualify, all related care and study medication will be provided at no cost. Compensation up to 1,950 - 30 visits

To find out more, please call Boston Clinical Trials at (617) 202-6322 or email us today!

survey on relationships during first year of college

2009-12-17T12:19:29-05:00
Hello college students,

We are researchers interested in learning more
about college adjustment and relationships. Please
help us learn more.

The survey should take 20-30 minutes.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WN5RRT2

Thanks for your participation,

David Martin, MS
Omri Gillath, Phd
University of Kansas

Depression Study (Boston )

2009-12-17T12:16:18-05:00
Depression Study �

1 in 15 adults is affected by depression.

Boston Clinical Trials is conducting a new research study with new medication treatment of depression.

To qualify one must be:
- Between the ages of 18 and 65
- Diagnosed with depression by a professional
- Have tried various types of medication for depression

For more info please call 617-202-6322 or email studies.bct@gmail.com

Compensation is $1950 (30 visits)

1 in 15 adults is affected by depression - Study $1950 (Boston - BCT )

2009-12-17T12:10:51-05:00

1 in 15 adults is affected by depression.

Boston Clinical Trials is conducting a new research study with new medication treatment of depression.

To qualify one must be:
- Between the ages of 18 and 65
- Have tried various types of medication for depression (2 in the past 12 months)

For more info please call 617-202-6322 or email studies.bct@gmail.com

Do you suffer from IBS-C? $ 600 (Boston )

2009-12-17T12:08:12-05:00
IBS with constipation

It is now recognized that irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a truly global problem reportedly affecting millions of individuals (1 in 10).

If you are affected by this Boston Clinical Trials may be able to help.

Boston Clinical Trials is conducting a research study to determine if an investigational drug is effective for the for treatment of IBS with constipation.

Free medication and compensation, $600 for travel and time will be giving to all participants.

Please call us at 617-202-6322 for more information. Enrolment for this study is limited.

Record Textbooks for Students with Print Disabilities (Cambridge)

2009-12-17T12:04:52-05:00
Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic (RFB&D, Learning Through Listening) is seeking volunteers to record fiction, non fiction, and textbooks in our modern, digital audio recording studio in Cambridge. RFB&D is a 60-year-old national organization that maintains a 110,000-title educational audio lending library for students who can not read standard print. Our volunteers record books in a wide array of fascinating subject areas at all grade levels. There is an urgent need for readers of science and math texts. It's rewarding and fun, and we provide all necessary training and support. Convenient to the "T," plenty of parking, ultimately convenient and flexible scheduling and degree of time commitment. Please come and add your voice to ours. For more information, visit our website at www.rfbd.org (navigate to Boston), contact us at volboston@rfbd.org, or phone us at (617) 577-1111. We hope to hear from you soon!

IBS with Constipation (Boston Clinical Trials)

2009-12-17T12:03:27-05:00

IBS with constipation
It is now recognized that irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a truly global problem reportedly affecting millions of individuals (1 in 10).

If you are affected by this Boston Clinical Trials may be able to help.

Boston Clinical Trials is conducting a research study to determine if an investigational drug is effective for the for treatment of IBS with constipation.

Free medication and compensation, $600, for travel and time will be giving to all participants.
Enrolment for this study is limited.

Please call 617-202-6322 today!

Postherpetic Neuralgia (PHN) Study (Brighton )

2009-12-17T12:00:42-05:00

Postherpetic Neuralgia (PHN) Study

It is estimated that PHN afflicts millions of people worldwide. If you are age 18 or older and suffer from Postherpetic Neuralgia (pain that persists after shingles) you may be eligible to participate in a clinical trial research study.

Study medication and study related procedures will be available at no cost.

Patients that qualify for the study will be compensated for their time.

617-202-6322

Put your financial mind and caring heart to work for Boston�s elders (Jamaica Plain)

2009-12-17T11:56:31-05:00
The Boston Money Management Program needs volunteer monitors to ensure the quality and integrity of its services. Tasks: review a group of client bank statements and narrative reports each month with an eye toward detecting financial mismanagement or exploitation. Time: 2-3 hours per month during business hours. Location: Ethos office in Jamaica Plain (T-accessible).

Boston Money Management helps to maintain the independence and security of elderly and/or disabled Boston residents through bill-paying, budgeting, and related financial services provided by trained volunteers. It is a program of Mass Home Care, AARP, and the 3 Boston �Aging Service Access Points�.

Please call Deborah Grose at 617-522-6700 ext. 320 or email dgrose@ethocare.org for more information.

http://www.aarpmmp.org.htm

Would your child or adolescent like to join a new brain imaging study? (Waltham)

2009-12-17T11:29:51-05:00
We are studying brain activity in children ages 9 � 20 with and without chronic pain. We need healthy volunteers to come to Children�s Hospital Boston at Waltham to have up to four brain scans and to take some tests about sensitivity to touch and temperature.

We will give your child a free picture of his or her brain on a CD, so that you may reproduce the photo for any desired use (e.g., a computer screensaver!). You and your child also will receive $30 at each of the study visits. Parking is free. You or your child may choose to stop participating at any time. This will not affect your care at Children�s Hospital in any way.

By volunteering, your child will contribute to important medical research on the possible causes of chronic pain in affected children and adolescents.

Please contact Simona Sava, one of the study researchers, at 781-216-1199 or contact Athena, the study coordinator, at the email above for more information.

Would your child/adolescent be interested in a new brain imaging study (Waltham)

2009-12-17T11:28:49-05:00
We are researchers at Children�s Hospital in Waltham and we are interested in studying the effects of migraine pain on brain structure and function. We are looking for healthy children (8-11 years old) and adolescents (14-17 years old) to come to Children�s Hospital Boston at Waltham to have up to two brain MRI scans and to take some tests about sensitivity to touch and temperature. The MRI scans do not use ionizing radiation.
We will give the participant free pictures of their brain on a CD, to reproduce the photos for any desired use (e.g., a computer screensaver). The participant will also receive $30 in American Express checks at each visit. Parking is free. You or your child may choose to stop participating at any time. This will not affect your care at Children�s Hospital in any way.

By volunteering, your child will contribute to medical research on the possible causes of chronic pain in affected children and adolescents.

Please contact Simona Sava or Athena Drosos at 781-216-1199 or email for more information.

Want to see AIDS stopped in its tracks? Volunteer for us. (Boston/ Fenway)

2009-12-17T11:16:42-05:00
Volunteer for a vaccine study, and help end AIDS. Who me? Well who else? We're looking for some everyday heroes - like you - to volunteer to participate in a vaccine study. Don't worry - its impossible to get HIV or AIDS from this vaccine. So if you want to see AIDS stopped in it's tracks, step right up and volunteer. The world will thank you. To learn more, call The Fenway Institute at (617) 927-6450.

Care About the Elderly? Good with Money? Read on... (Boston-All Neighborhoods)

2009-12-17T11:12:32-05:00
Excellent opportunity to promote the independence of an elder in your community by assisting with the routine tasks of money management. Make home visits in the Boston area with a time commitment of approximately 1-4 hours/month. Money Managers make a crucial difference by helping seniors avoid eviction, financial exploitation, and unnecessary institutionalization.

Skills-

Basic financial management skills and the ability and desire to relate to an elderly or disabled individual. Training and some paperwork required.

Veterans Wanted paid $50 for 2 hours

2009-12-17T10:59:40-05:00
Are you a veteran who has either received mental health care or considered seeking mental health care?

Earn $50 each for participating in a 1.5-hour discussion group about your experiences and for spending approximately 30 minutes completing a packet of self-report questionnaires.

�The conversation will be informal and refreshments will be served.

�Free parking is available.

For more information please call: Kamala at 857-364-5025

Compensation: $50/person for 2-hour discussion group and completion of self-report questionnaires.