Organization
Aging and Disability Services

Gal Pal, Shopping Buddy and Adventurer Needed for Local Lady with Legal Blindness

Duration
Recruiting now
Location
Middletown, CT

Opportunity Details

Ongoing

In-Person

Recruiting now

Main St, Middletown, CT 06457

About this Opportunity

A friendly and outgoing gal pal, shopping buddy and adventurer are needed for a local lady who is legally blind. This recently retired individual does not drive due to legal blindness but she loves to shop, visit local attractions and go out for delicious meals and coffee. If you are looking for an opportunity to volunteer in a way that feels more like a friendship this is right for you. No specific skills are necessary other than being nice and having a sense of adventure of course!

Requirements to be a great volunteer include:

  • a desire to help others;

  • a pleasant demeanor;

  • a good reading/speaking voice;

  • average reading skills;

  • organizational or planning abilities;

  • a good driving record;

  • a clear criminal history;

  • two references

  • access to a car with proof of insurance;

  • a minimum of $50/100k liability and $5,000 of property damage coverage.