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23 people are interested
Do you speak Arabic? Be a Friend to Someone with Developmental Disabilities
ORGANIZATION: Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Please visit the new page to apply.
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23 people are interested
We all want to belong yet people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) still have less opportunities for social interaction and can feel more isolated. A recent study shows that while people without disabilities can have hundreds of friends and acquaintances outside of immediate family, people with disabilities are often lucky to have a handful. We have a few men and women who speak arabic that are looking to get out more while they learn English and see what their new home has to offer!
We would like to bridge the gap and help people with IDD find a place in their community. Volunteers are matched to a person with IDD and outings are based on their interests- - examples could be going out to lunch or dinner, going to a sporting event, taking an art class or going to a museum or festival.
There are so many things to do that don't cost a lot of money. We like to kept the cost to about $10 or $15 per outing and each person pays their own way. The time commitment would be three to four hours once a month. We are asking for a one year commitment, but many of our volunteers have enjoyed the friendships they have made and have continued volunteering long beyond that first year.
Providing a ride for the person you are matched with is one more way you can be of services.
More opportunities with Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Location:
1275 Lakeside Ave., East, Cleveland, OH 44114, US
Mission Statement
Our MISSION is to support and empower people with developmental disabilities to live, learn, work and play in the community.
Description
Volunteers play a critical role in helping us connect with the community!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Various LocationsLakewoodLakewood, OH 44107
DATE POSTED
July 31, 2019
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Community Outreach
- Arabic
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- 3-4 hours per month with a one year commitment