Community Corner

Lending Neighbors a Helping Hand

Volunteers receive satisfaction and fulfillment from helping their neighbors.

By Paige McAtee

When people within the community are going through a crisis, Neighbor Brigade marches in to give their help.

Whether a person is sick, recovering after an accident, or in need of support he or she may not receive in daily life, this organization will give assistance.

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Neighbor Brigade has 35 chapters throughout Massachusetts, including a Milton chapter. All of the chapters together have nearly 5,000 volunteers in the organization and have delivered about 7,000 meals to those in need of support.

Neighbor Brigade’s Milton Chapter is led by Yunren Bolortuya and Delger Erdenesanaa. To become involved with Milton’s chapter, email the chapter leaders at MiltonMA@neighborbrigade.org.

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The leaders work to support the needs of the chapter by recruiting more volunteers and increasing awareness of the organization throughout the community.

“Neighbor Brigade is a great organization because it provides an organized way to help neighbors and community members manage their routines and needs during a difficult time,” said Richard Ellis, a Neighbor Brigade Braintree Chapter leader.

Neighbor Brigade provides services for its community members whether it’s cooking a meal, walking a dog, performing small errands, or setting up a doctor’s appointment.

In order to become a volunteer or request assistance with Neighbor Brigade, visit the organization’s website.


Photo Credit: Neighbor Brigade Facebook page

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