My Nonprofit Reviews

Fellowships Square is the organization that leads by its examples. Moreover, it is not only the non-profit organization that makes a difference in our community and provides affordable housing and services to low-income seniors, but it also offers various programs to support their overall well-being and quality of life. This company goes over and beyond to make the residents lives more comfortably and fulfilling, fostering a sense of community and belonging among its members. Through their dedication and commitment, Fellowships Square truly embodies the values of compassion and service to others.

I am proud to say that I am their volunteer as of December 2022 at their location in Hunter Woods Fellowship House located in Reston. For someone to truly understand what this company is trying to accomplish, I can say that they prioritize the physical, emotional, spiritual, and social needs of their residents, providing a holistic approach to senior care. One may wonder how I know this, and here is my explanation. I know this since I firsthand witnessed the staff at Fellowships Square going above and beyond to ensure the well-being of each resident, treating them with dignity and respect. This level of care and attention to detail sets them apart from other senior living communities in the area. In terms of the activities that are carefully created for the residents, there are a lot of classes that take place every week as well as events. Some of them are the following: Fundamental English class, Joyful Choir, Tuesday Music Cafe, Birthday event, Happy Earth Day, Conversational English, Ink Wash Painting Class, Handbell Class, Smart Phone Photography Class, Bible Study, Health seminars, Maintenance Workshop Class, Cooking class, Walk with us on every Wednesday, etc. Line in line with this, there are meetings where residents are encouraged to participate and express any concerns they may have. What I see is that the residents are heard, and their feedback is taken into consideration when planning future activities and events. In terms of the events that are helping residents to learn about healthy food choices and select the best for them, there is a Fresh Food Distribution program that is taking place on each Thursday and Friday. This is just a segment of what staff at Fellowships Square regularly organizes on a weekly basis to keep the residents active and connected with one another. What I notice is that residents are always engaged and excited to participate in these activities, and they are very happy. So far, I have never noticed that any of the residents are feeling left out or disinterested in the events.

One may wonder why I prefer volunteering for this non-profit organization at least three times per week, and the main reason is that I am speechless when I see with how much passion, dedication, and hard work each of the employees are putting into creating a supportive and engaging community for the residents. It truly warms my heart to witness the positive impact they have on the lives of those they serve. Since this company and their employees inspire me each time to be the best volunteer, it explains why I always make time in my schedule to contribute to their cause. The sense of fulfillment and purpose I gain from being a part of such a dedicated team is unmatched, and I am grateful for the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others through my volunteer work with this organization.

Ivana U.