Little Sisters of the Poor

Jaquaya Thomas
History
Little Sisters of the Poor
Founded by Jeanne Jugan in 1839

Locations in over 30 countries

Opened in 1978 in Newark
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Mission
To offer the neediest elderly of every race and religion a home where they
will be welcomed as Christ, cared for as family and accompanied with dignity
until God calls them to himself.
Vision and Values
Vision
Contribute to the Culture of Life
nurturing communities where each
person is valued, the solidarity of
the human family and the wisdom
of age are celebrated, and the
compassionate love of Christ is
shared with all.

Values
Reverence
Family Spirit
Humble Service
Compassion
Stewardship


Demographics
House 78 residents

Ages range from 70-90 with the exception of 1 resident

70 Female, 8 Male

Application Process

Admission Requirements
Policies and Procedures
Structure
Advisory Committee
President
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Vice President Secretary
Mother Provincial
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Father
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Administration
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Supervisors
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Employees
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Volunteers
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Residents
Governance
Mother Joseph
In Charge of the Agency

Hire Supervisors

Professional Development

Funding
Church Collections
Grants
Fundraising
Begging Nun
United Way
Relationships
Salvation Army

Career Team

Local Colleges
Strengths, Trends, Challenges
Strengths- Family Environment, Nuns are Hands on, Five Star Facility

Trends- All Supervisors over the age of 50, Female dominating

Challenges- Meeting the needs of everyone
Intern Role
Director of Volunteer Services- recruit volunteers, conduct volunteer
orientation, schedule volunteers, manage volunteers and work with agency
supervisors

Implement automating the Volunteer Tracking System
Questions
Thank You
References
(2014, 06 20). Retrieved from www.littlesistersofthepoordelaware.org

(2014, 06 20). Retrieved from www.littlesistersofthepoor.org