Nonprofit
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Technology Assistant for the Visually Impaired in Wayne County, OH
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Wooster, OH
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
Time Commitment:
A few hours per month
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
2
Cause Areas:
Community Development, Economic Development, Education, Hunger, Food Security, Seniors & Retirement
Benefits:
Training Provided
Good For:
Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
55+
Description
Technology Coach
- Coach visually impaired adults on the use of accessible features on computers, smart phones, and other smart devices in the home setting.
Basic volunteer qualifications involved with this assignment
- a working knowledge of computers, smart phones and other smart devices
- interest in learning new skills and teaching others
- creative problem solving
- ability to encourage and motivate learners
Who will be served by this assignment? Visually impaired adults living in Wayne County, OH
What is the anticipated benefit of this volunteer service to those receiving the service?
- Improve access to communication
- Improve connections with community
- Support independence and habilitation of daily living skills
- Build confidence and self-esteem
- Reduce isolation
What specific skills will the volunteer need?
- general knowledge of computers, smart phones and smart devices
- interest in learning new concepts and develop new skills
- ability to share knowledge, encourage learners, and provide feedback
Any additional instructions or information that would be helpful for volunteers? No previous knowledge or experience working with people who are blind or have low vision required.
Location
On-site
220 W Liberty St, Wooster, OH 44691, USA
Directions
*This is the address for the Wooster Library, where the support classes take place. You will be meeting with an individual at their home.
