Project Lazarus
Project Lazarus is a residence for men and women living with HIV and AIDS who can no longer live independently, or whose family and friends can no longer take care of them. Our primary purpose is to provide continuity of care in a homelike environment. Our goal is to enhance the quality of life of those we serve.
Loyola service learning students are invited to interact with our residents through conversation, games and activities, crafts and entertainment, reading and adult literacy tutoring, or special events (for example, barbecues). Volunteers can also help the residents of Project Lazarus by preparing and sharing meals in our houses, working in the garden and landscaping the yard, or accompanying residents for short shopping trips and medical appointments. New volunteers are encouraged to attend resident meetings, held every MWF at 9:30 am, to get to know our community.
By serving with Project Lazarus, students will encounter a range of issues surrounding HIV/AIDS, local healthcare, homelessness and transitional housing, substance abuse and rehabilitation, and many others.
Location
Transportation
15-20 minute drive from Loyola
This location is eligible for our cab sharing pilot program!
35 minute bike ride from Loyola
40-60 minutes via public transit
Take the St. Charles streetcar or the free university Green Line shuttle to the end at Canal St. Walk to Peters Street (near Canal Place Shopping Center). Pick up the #5 Marigny-Bywater bus at Canal & Peters. Exit at St. Ferdinand.
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Days & times
Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Preservice requirements
Students should attend the on-campus orientation on Tuesday, January 24, from 12:00 - 2:00 pm in Monroe Library, Seminar Room 3. Please bring pen/pencil and paper.
Contact
Jeff Kiemen, jkiemen@projectlazarus.net, 504.949.3609, x521
or Lily Hannigan, lhannigan@projectlazarus.net, 504.949.3609, x513