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We Want to Year Your Voice!
ORGANIZATION: AmeriCorps Seniors
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DONATE TO THIS
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16 people are interested
This is for those 55+
Your voice matters. Sight Seer Radio provides broadcasting to be heard by more than 32,000 individuals with visual impairment throughout Michigan. They are located in Grand Rapids and have been providing this service for over twenty years. All done by volunteers!
It offers Internet-based reading services for patients in hospitals, homes and long-term rehabilitation facilities. The station reads stories from local, state, national and international newspapers and books. Its news resources include Grand Rapids Press and Kalamazoo Gazette. The station also reads articles from various magazines, such as Money Matters, Reader s Digest and Science World. It works in association with Disability Associates, AT&T Intellectual Property and Opportunities Unlimited. The station airs the Focus on Features, Psychology for Today, You and the Law, And You and Your Pets programs. In addition, Sight Seer Radio reads autobiographies and travel, nature and adventure stories.
You can volunteer as often as you like or once a month - the choice is yours! Everything is pre-recorded and then edited prior to broadcasting. Easy, convenient & free parking is available, elevator accessible to studio and wonderful people waiting to get you started!
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About AmeriCorps Seniors
Location:
678 Front Ave NW, Ste 205, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, US
Mission Statement
AmeriCorps Seniors is Kent County’s hub for connecting local non-profit organizations to the wisdom, experience and enthusiasm of volunteers 55 and older.
Description
RSVP is America's largest volunteer network for those 55+. Volunteers also receive personalized placement assistance and additional member-exclusive benefits and resources.
You're invited to pursue your passions, fulfill your purpose and empower others as an AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer tackling tough challenges.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
213 Sheldon Boulevard SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
DATE POSTED
December 1, 2021
SKILLS
- Literacy / Reading
- Elder care
- Public Speaking
- English
- Reading / Writing
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Must be at least 55
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum 1-2 Hours per month
- Ability to read, have clear speech, reliable, interest in helping the community.