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10 people are interested
Reader for the Visually Impaired
ORGANIZATION: Division for the Visually Impaired
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10 people are interested
The Delaware Division for the Visually Impaired is looking for a volunteer to assist one of our homebound clients. The volunteer would be asked to read mail, newspapers and other correspondents to the client upon their reques. The opportunity would occur for roughly two hours about two times a month. An interview with the client would take place prior to starting the assignment.
More opportunities with Division for the Visually Impaired
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Division for the Visually Impaired
Location:
1901 North Dupont Highway, New Castle, DE 19720, US
Mission Statement
To improve the quality of life for Delaware's citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations.
Description
The Division for the Visually Impaired is Delaware’s oldest state agency, serving citizens who are visually impaired for over 100 years. The organization provides services to individuals from birth to adulthood. This organization works in part with the community to improve the safety, education and employment of individuals who are visually impaired. Some of the services that we administer include, education, rehabilitation, independent living, assistive technology training, mobility training, and employment programs. The Volunteer Services Program offers assistance to individuals with visual impairments as well. We do this by recruiting sensitive and caring volunteers who share their talents with those in need. We need volunteers to assist in a variety of ways which include Braillists, library aides, narrators, office assistants, computer lab assistants, mentors, etc.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
300 Cornell DriveWilmington, DE 19801
DATE POSTED
May 11, 2017
SKILLS
- Case Work / Management
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Up to four hours per month