Hartford Resident with Blindness Needs a Guide to Medical Appointments

Department of Rehabilitation Services; Services for the Blind

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Cause Areas

When

It's flexible! We'll work with your schedule.

Where

New Park AvenueHartford, CT 06106


About

A Hartford Resident with Blindness Needs a Guide to Medical Appointments during the day when family is not available. This person is very independent and a good traveler but may need someone to guide into and out from the office building. This can be a great opportunity to help a neighbor and make a friend with just a few hours per month.

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.

Volunteers will be matched within three to five miles of home or work.

Skills

  • Elder care
  • Bus/Van Driving

Good Match For

People 55+ Group

Requirements & Commitment

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • Flexible

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