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Published 9/18/25 9:08AM
Friendly Visitor, Reader, Walking Buddy Needed for Neighbor in Thomaston
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Thomaston, CT
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
2
Cause Areas:
Community Development, Disability, Seniors & Retirement
Good For:
Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
18+
Other Requirements:
Patience, good listening skills, good communication, walking in the yard. Must have own transportation to/from the location
Description
Today is the day to make a difference in your life and that of a neighbor. With just an hour or two per week you can be a friendly visitor, a shopping buddy or a reader for a neighbor who is legally blind.
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.
Location
On-site
Main Sreet, Your Neighborhood, Thomaston, Connecticut, US
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