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Published 10/31/25 11:54AM

Exercise Buddy Needed for Neighbor in Putnam, CT

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

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Commitment Details:
    Very Flexible - Do what you can and others will help!
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Disability, Seniors & Retirement, Sports & Recreation
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    Exercise Buddy Needed for Neighbor in Putnam, CT

    A local gent who is legally blind would like a gym buddy to attend the area YMCA. You can work out while he does and get fit together. Your role would be to guide him between the machines, drive him to/from the Y and generally be a good friend. He spends about a half hour on the machines. He also loves fishing and is very outgoing and interested in the community.

    Requirements to be a great volunteer include:

    desire to help others; pleasant demeanor; good reading/speaking voice; 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.

    Location

    On-site
    9 Technology Park Drive, Putnam, CT, Your Town, Putnam, Connecticut, US
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