Organization
Aging and Disability Services

Reader and Walking Buddy Needed for Waterbury Neighbor

Duration
Recruiting now
Location
Waterbury, CT

Opportunity Details

Ongoing

In-Person

Recruiting now

within 5-7 miles of your home or work, Waterbury, CT 06078, US

About this Opportunity

A local neighbor in Waterbury who is legally blind needs buddy to help read and sort mail, go for a walk or take a quick trip out for coffee. It is so easy to be a good friend, all you need is a few hours a week or every other week, we provide the common sense techniques training and you will ready to meet your new friend.

Requirements to be a great volunteer include:

·desire to help others;

·pleasant demeanor;

·good reading/speaking voice;

·average reading skills;

·organizational or planning abilities;

·good driving record;

·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.

·You must be in Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York or Massachusetts, there is no relocation, passport, Visa or stipend available.

Private Group Details:

  • Group Size Range: 1 - 50+
  • Event can be held at organization location(s)
  • No Donation