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Published 14 days ago

Many seniors who are visually impaired are missing doctor appointments simply because they can’t get a ride. This shouldn’t be happening to the greatest generation in the greatest nation! Agree? Here's how to help.

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Colchester, CT
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    Flexible! Set Your Own Mutually Agreeable Schedule, do what you can, others will help
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    4
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Disability, Education, Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Seniors & Retirement
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    16+
    Other Requirements:
    Must be able to get to your assignment, have good driving history and clear criminal record.

    Description

    Many seniors who are visually impaired are missing doctor appointments simply because they can’t get a ride. This shouldn’t be happening to the greatest generation in the greatest nation!  Agree? Here's how to help.

    Many seniors are missing doctor appointments simply because they can’t get a ride.

    By offering just one trip a week — maybe to a medical appointment, the pharmacy, or even a grocery run on off‑weeks — you could make a meaningful difference. It’s a small act of kindness that strengthens our community and spreads care and compassion throughout our town. Step up. Be the reason someone gets the care they deserve. Our seniors who are legally blind are counting on us — and they can’t wait.

    Location

    On-site
    Colchester, CT 06415, USA

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    Instructions:

    BESB Will send you a brief volunteer job description and application instructions (driver's license and auto insurance declarations pages are needed). The orientation session is 1.25 hours via TEAMS

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