Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2021 VOLUNTEERS | FROM Page 1 are non-English speakers. The city has identifi ed approximately 8,700 residents more than 65 years old using voter registration and Census data as well as outreach databases created throughout the city's COVID-19 response eff orts, such as resident requests for food, personal protective equipment and other supplies. Many of the callers were multilingual and equipped with the most up-to-date information on vaccination options and how to register for appointments and a series of questions and troubleshooting to assist seniors in making an appointment. The team expects to conduct multiple follow-ups over the course of several weeks to ensure seniors requiring assistance have successfully registered and have a plan to get to their appointment. The city will also provide training and resources to religious leaders and staff so they may also conduct consistent outreach to their congregants. Workers staff ed the bank during the snowfall. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Vietnamese translator Linh Nguyen in between calls. Guided by Chief Innovation Offi cer Reuben Kantor was Linda DeMaio, the city’s Executive Secretary/Scheduler. Rossetti-Cowan Senior Center Director Deb Peczka is shown with volunteer coordinator Edward Deveau. Spanish translator Maddy Alvarez called 14 residents at the beginning of her shift. Citing it a positive experience, volunteer Jamie Farrell said residents were happy to know that someone cares. Resident Nancy Amos took a break from a call. Mayor Brian Arrigo during a call Board of Health Member Nezha Louaddi dialed 12 numbers during the start of her shift. Chief of Staff Kim Hanton called residents during Monday’s telephone bank. Ambassador Program Arabic Translator Asmaa AbouFouda had called 20 residents so far.
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