Interfaith Volunteers in New Haven County

10/25/2025

At our Night of Gratitude, we’ll honor remarkable volunteers whose compassion and dedication have shaped our community. Join us as we applaud their service and share stories that inspire!

You’ll enjoy a lively atmosphere with The Big Green Pizza Truck, a DJ spinning favorite oldies, and a room full of friendly faces.

Bring a guest to experience the magic of IVCG — it’s the perfect night to introduce someone new to our mission of Neighbors Helping Neighbors.

📅 November 6 | 5:30–8:30 PM
📍 Lost in New Haven Museum
🎟️ Reserve your spot now for you and a friend! www.carenewhaven.org

10/24/2025

Join us November 6th at the Lost in New Haven Museum to honor our amazing volunteers.

A special thank-you to AmeriCorps , through our Experience Corps at The Agency on Aging in New Haven (affiliated with the AARP Foundation), for making this event possible!

Thanks to their support, we’re able to offer Night of Gratitude — featuring The , a DJ spinning oldies, and an evening of community celebration.

🎟️ Register by October 29 at: https://www.carenewhaven.org/

10/22/2025

Join us for Night of Gratitude — a celebration of IVCG Volunteers!

🗓️ Thursday, November 6th
🕠 5:30–8:30 PM
📍 Lost in New Haven

We’re gathering to honor the incredible volunteers who make everything we do possible. Expect great company, great food, and an evening full of connection and appreciation.

🎟️ Registration by October 29 at: https://www.carenewhaven.org/

10/21/2025

We just celebrated the launch of the EV-enhanced RIDES+ member program at Premier VinFast in Branford. Our volunteer drivers give seniors who sign up as members caring, friendly door-to-door service to and from doctor appointments. Learn more about how to volunteer or sign up at https://www.carenewhaven.org/ridesplus

Pictured below:

- IVCG’s enthusiastic Director Dan Camenga at the ribbon cutting ceremony for our new car.
- Sherrie, Chris and Dotty at the event. Sherrie is a RIDES+ client and volunteer.. Chris is RIDES+ scheduling supervisor. Dotty is a proud supporter of IVCG and all we do.
- Dan with Nate, IVCG Board President and Parker from Premier VinFast who has signed up as a RIDES+ volunteer. We’re delighted to have Parker as part of our team!

Premier VinFast Nathan Aitchtwo-oh Bixby Jewish Foundation of Greater New Haven Dan Camenga David MacNiven - Nutmeg Insurance Advisors Gray Is Green The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center Homewatch CareGivers Rotary Club of Orange, Connecticut SYNERGY HomeCare of East Haven Electric Vehicle Club of New Haven ITNAmerica

10/16/2025

Join us! Tomorrow (Friday 10/17) 11:30 am. We launch the EV-enhanced RIDES+ member program at Premier VinFast, 150 North Main Street, Branford, CT. The event will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony, refreshments, a close-up look at the new electric vehicle, plus the chance to meet the IVCG RIDES+ team: The volunteers who deliver seniors friendly door-to-door service to and from doctor appointments.

Thank you Gray Is Green Jewish Foundation of Greater New Haven Premier VinFast Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven Rotary Club of Orange, Connecticut Synergy Homecare
Dan Camenga David MacNiven - Nutmeg Insurance Advisors Nathan Aitchtwo-oh Bixby

10/10/2025

A great night and a great deal.
November 6 5:30 - 8:30 pm at Lost In New Haven Museum & cultural hub.

Enjoy music, tour this fascinating museum, and eat local food made by The Big Green Pizza Truck, plus desserts from local bakers and confectioners.
Tickets are $40 per person or $75 per couple.

Celebrate the good and caring work of our volunteers.

Lost in New Haven presents our shared American story within one city, from New Haven’s settlement in 1638 to modern times. Tour immersive, interactive exhibits, and see tangible artifacts. The story told by Lost In New Haven belongs to all of us, and is still being written.

AARP Foundation Experience Corps Whitney Center David MacNiven - Nutmeg Insurance Advisors Jewish Foundation of Greater New Haven Nathan Aitchtwo-oh Bixby Dan Camenga The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven

09/09/2025

Your community adventure begins (or continues!) here:

https://volunteer.bloomerang.co/volunteer/ #/join-party?k=r7kb48413s5j5z

09/05/2025

Donate to the Community Ride Fund. https://secure.qgiv.com/for/communityridefund.

07/12/2025

The ducks are helping. Are you part of Team-IVCG?

06/25/2025

Executive Director of Interfaith Volunteer Care Givers (IVCG) Dan Camenga shares how their "neighbors helping neighbors" care model across a wide spectrum of programs, helps improve the wellbeing of seniors and elevates the quality of life in our region.

IVCG Programs Include:

Transportation Plus - Volunteer drivers provide personalized support to New Haven County Seniors going to and from medical appointments. Unlike most transportation options, we recognize the essential nature of personal relationships and engagement as critical factors that help seniors remain in their homes for as long as possible.

Mae's Closet - Access to high quality Durable Medical Equipment (DME) is essential for preserving dignity, remaining confident, and staying independent. Volunteers with the Mae's Closet program (a DBA of IVCG) works to ensure DME is available to all who need it.

Diapers for Dignity - For financially insecure seniors with living with incontinence it can be a struggle to feel comfortable. IVCG is proud to offer free products once a month to registered seniors in New Haven County living with this dual challenge. IVCG depends on product donations of unused, wrapped adult diapers, bed pads, wipes, etc.

Food Force - Groceries are delivered on a rotating basis to registered seniors in New Haven County. This includes a mix of non-perishables, fruits + vegetables, meat, and bread. We also have a pickup program called "Groceries at the Garden". For Thanksgiving, we are a lead partner in "Thanksgiving for All" with over 1,000 meals being delivered on Thanksgiving Day.

CT Garden Collaborative - Social isolation is one of our most significant public health challenges. Through the Connecticut Garden Collaborative (a DBA of IVCG) we advance holistic wellness of individuals and communities through the awareness of CT based public gardens. Furthermore, the Cultivating Connections program provides opportunities for participating seniors to co-create "garden inspired" art together.

Experience Corps - The AARP Foundation Experience Corps program conducts literacy coaching for K-3rd graders thanks to generous volunteer support from older Americans (50 years and over). The New Haven area program is transitioning to IVCG in 2024 where it will continue advancing dignity, hope, and opportunity.

To learn more about volunteering with IVCG and their services, visit their website,
https://www.carenewhaven.org/
email: Administration@CareNewHaven.org
ph: (475) 257-6538
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1253 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 06517

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Executive Director of Interfaith Volunteer Care Givers (IVCG) Dan Camenga shares how their "neighbors helping neighbors" care model across a wide spectrum of...