Nature and Purpose 
The 28 Rockwell Street House is Pine Street/Paul Sullivan Housing's first permanent residence for women and men living with HIV/AIDS. Residents come from chronically homeless backgrounds to this supported living environment. Services include case management, an evening meal, frequent activities, and a 24 hour support staff. One of the primary goals of the house is to make the lives of those here as pleasant and as comfortable as possible. Every effort is made to insure that residents feel, and are, safe and secure. Resocialization is often an important aspect of what we provide for many residents whose lives have been impacted by issues of homelessness and substance abuse. Staff and volunteers strive to make this a home that will provide the highest quality of life for each resident on any given day.

Tasks 
Evening Meal:  The evening meal is the only time of the day that all residents come together to partake in a family style meal.  PULSE students will assist in the preparation, participation, and clean-up of the evening meal.

Activities:  An activities coordinator plans recreational activities according to the specifications and requests of the residents.  PULSE students will accompany individuals and groups on outings such as movie matinees, walks, trips to special events, etc.

Practical Support:  Staff and volunteers must be willing to do what is best and necessary to create a comfortable and safe setting for residents.  Volunteers who are flexible in this sense are needed.  PULSE students may be asked to answer phones, assist with gardening, or decorate for a special event. 
 

Time Requirements
PULSE students are required to commit two semesters to Rockwell House. Students are asked to work 8-10 hours per week and schedules will be negotiated with the Administrator. Early evening availability is needed. Orientation and training will be conducted on site. Two students will be selected for this placement.

Supervision
Supervision is provided by our Administrator who will be available for all or part of the PULSE student's scheduled work hours. Weekly meetings will be held to touch base for upcoming events. 

Supervisor
Marlene Crouse 

Address
Paul Sullivan Housing 
28 Rockwell Street 
Dorchester, MA 02124 
825-8564

Council Member
Emily Ball

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