Government
Published 10 days ago
Halloween Treats Needed - No Tricks
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near New Britain, CT
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays daytime, evenings, Weekends daytime, evenings
Time Commitment:
A few hours per month
Commitment Details:
Flexible- do what works for you, others will help
Recurrence:
Recurring
Cause Areas:
Disability, Rural Areas, Seniors & Retirement, Urban Areas, Women
Benefits:
Training Provided
Good For:
Public Groups, Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
18+
Description
Can you be a Halloween treat for a person who is legally blind? Imagine the simplest task like buying candy for the neighborhood children - it can be impossible if you can't drive to the store or can't read the prices when you get there! You can help. Sign up now to be a shopper, driver, reader or mail sorter for someone who is legally blind. it's easy. Get your application in today and be ready in two weeks.
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.
Most volunteers will be matched within three to five miles of home or work.
Location
New Britain, CT, USA
Directions
Volunteer posts are available in all Connecticut towns
