- Organization
- Aging and Disability Services
Have You Ever Wanted to Work with the Blind?
- Duration
- Recruiting now
- Location
- Danielson, CT
Opportunity Details
Ongoing
In-Person
Recruiting now
Main St, Danielson, CT 06239
About this Opportunity
Have You Ever Wanted to Work with the Blind? But didn't know where or how to start? This is a great opportunity for you to experience and learn a little bit about blindness and the various techniques and work-arounds that exist for a person who is totally or partially blind and living independently. You will be amazed at the all they can do, but...they still can't drive and a buddy is needed for certain outings like the grocery store. If you have a few hours per month or week, that's all it takes to be a good friend and to learn about blindness.
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.
Volunteers will be matched within three to five miles of home or work.
Today is the Day to Make a Difference!