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14 people are interested
Work Unit Volunteers - work directly with individuals with stroke & brain injury
ORGANIZATION: Synapse House
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14 people are interested
We are looking for volunteers to work directly with our members at our Clubhouse Program. The Clubhouse Program is based on the idea that individuals regain skills through the actual work of running the organization. The individuals do need assistance to complete these jobs. Sometimes its something as simple as opening a Word document for them, other times, more complex by organizing the task and giving out one step at a time.
This is a great opportunity for students looking to go into healthcare fields to gain valuable experience in working with all types of disabilities.
We are currently open Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays so volunteers would be needed anytime from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00. As our membership grows, we will be open on Mondays & Fridays. Volunteers can assist for one hour or up to 5 hours.
More opportunities with Synapse House
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Synapse House
Location:
561 N. York St., Elmhurst, IL 60126, US
Mission Statement
To re-connect persons with brain injury and stroke, back into life, the community, the work place and into social networks
Description
Synapse House is a non-profit located in the suburbs of Chicago. The organization uses the Clubhouse Model which is used world wide to help those with brain injury and stroke make the reconnections from home to the community. We also offer Caregiver Boot Camps to support and educate our families.
Synapse House serves all types of brain injuries including injuries from car accidents, falls, brain tumor, stroke, injuries from war, and other diseases that can affect one's thinking such as Parkinson's Disease or Multiple Sclerosis.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
561 N. York St.Elmhurst, IL 60126
DATE POSTED
October 13, 2015
SKILLS
- Basic Computer Skills
- Mentoring
- Special Needs
- Program Management
- Group Facilitation
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 19
- Orientation or Training
- 1 to 80 hours per month
- Must be reliable