- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
Mat-Su Road to Recovery Drivers
ORGANIZATION: American Cancer Society
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
Our Road to Recovery Program in Mat-Su (Palmer and Wasilla) provides free rides for cancer patients in the Valley who have no way to get to their treatment appointments. Volunteer drivers donate their time using their own vehicles to get patients to and from the treatments they need.
For some patients, the ride to and from treatment makes or breaks the ability to pursue treatment.
Drive with us, and we'll train you and give you the support you need to donate this life-saving service!
To qualify to become a Road to Recovery Driver: A current, valid driver's license, a good driving record, a safe and reliable vehicle and proof of car insurance. A background check is conducted on all volunteers.
The American Cancer Society will provide the necessary training through our on-line Volunteer Learning Center, as well as support through our staff and volunteers in Alaska.
(We only ask that you donate at least one ride a month.)
Drivers may be from any part of the Valley. For training and accepting requests for rides we do ask that they have a reliable internet connection.
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About American Cancer Society
Location:
3851 Piper Street, Suite U240, Anchorage, AK 99508, US
Mission Statement
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service.
Description
Research
For more than 60 years, ACS has led the way in cancer research. Learn about our program that includes extramural grants, behavioral research, intramural epidemiology, and surveillance research.
Cancer Information Services
One of the primary goals of ACS is to provide the most accurate, up- to- date information on cancer. Learn about our current information resources and programs.
International Program
The mission of the American Cancer Society is to eliminate cancer as a major health problem. Because cancer is a global health problem, this mission extends around the world.
Advocacy & Public Policy
See how ACS promotes beneficial policies, laws, and regulations for patients and families affected by cancer.
Community Programs & Services
Find out about the local programs established by ACS that serve to educate the public about cancer prevention, early detection, treatment, survival, and quality of life.
American Cancer Society Foundation
The American Cancer Society Foundation is established as an entity of the American Cancer Society, Inc. Its mission is to accelerate the control and cure of cancer by securing major gifts and endowments from individuals, corporations, and foundations to support research, programs, and services of the American Cancer Society, Inc., and its Chartered Divisions.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
January 5, 2018
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Bus/Van Driving
- Patient Care
- Healthcare
- Nursing
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 1-3 hours a week
- Valid drivers license/insurance