By Debra McLaughlin
Olivia Morris, a sophomore at Sacred Heart Greenwich, is doing something seriously cool with her free time – and making a real difference while she’s at it. She recently volunteered with Friends of Nathaniel Witherell, a nonprofit that supports a local nursing home in Greenwich, The Nathaniel Witherell. And created five awesome podcasts to help share the stories of the people who live and work there.
With her bubbly personality and kind heart, Olivia jumped right in, filming and editing each episode herself. The podcasts feature conversations with staff and volunteers, giving everyone a peek into the community and all the special moments that happen there every day. Her goal? To help Friends of Nathaniel Witherell raise awareness, inspire more people to volunteer, and bring in support to keep their programs at The Nathaniel Witherell going strong.
Friends of Nathaniel Witherell is all about making life better for the residents of the nursing home. They run fun activities like art classes, music, and holiday events—and they rely on volunteers like Olivia to help make it all happen. Whether you’re into filming, chatting with seniors, playing games, or just being a friendly face, there’s something for everyone.
Olivia’s story shows that you don’t have to wait to be an adult to make a real impact. She’s proof that one good idea and a little time can go a long way. So if you’re looking for a fun, meaningful way to give back, maybe it’s time to check out what Friends of Nathaniel Witherell is doing and see how you can help, too.
If you’re a high school student looking to make a difference, consider joining the Friends of Nathaniel Witherell’s volunteer program. For more information, contact Mary Tate, Director of Resident and Volunteer Services, at mary.tate@witherell.org or 203-628-4228. We’d love to have you! For the latest updates, stories, and ways to support, follow Friends of Nathaniel Witherell on Instagram @friendsofnathanielwitherell and Facebook at @FriendsofNW.
