Opportunity Type: Volunteer
Organization: BEAT NYC (Blood-Pressure, Education, Awareness & Testing)
Location: New Kam Man, 200 Canal Street, Chinatown, Manhattan, New York, NY
Application Deadline: Rolling — No Fixed Deadline
About the Opportunity
BEAT NYC is a community health initiative focused on blood pressure screening and heart-health education for older adults in New York City’s Chinatown community.
Volunteers help support blood pressure screenings and educate community members about hypertension, heart health, and the importance of blood pressure management.
This opportunity may be a good fit for pre-med students interested in public health, preventive medicine, community outreach, and working with older adults.
Roles and Responsibilities
Depending on the program’s current needs, volunteer responsibilities may include:
- Assisting with blood pressure screenings.
- Helping educate community members about hypertension and heart health.
- Sharing information about the importance of blood pressure management.
- Supporting community health outreach activities.
- Interacting respectfully with older adults in the local community.
Preferred Skills
- Interest in public health, preventive medicine, or community healthcare.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Interest in working with older adults.
- Mandarin or Cantonese language skills are especially encouraged, although they are not explicitly listed as required.
How to Apply
To learn more about the opportunity and ask about current volunteer openings, contact BEAT NYC directly.
Email: info@beat-nyc.org
When contacting the organization, ask about current availability, volunteer requirements, schedules, and the application process.
Important Notes
- This is a volunteer opportunity, not a paid position.
- Mandarin and Cantonese speakers are especially encouraged to inquire.
- Current program availability and specific requirements should be confirmed directly with BEAT NYC.
Application Deadline: Rolling basis; no fixed deadline is listed.
Please verify before applying: This opportunity was identified through a NYU prehealth newsletter. Confirm that the program is currently accepting volunteers before publishing or applying.
