Help a Blind Neighbor in Medford, MA

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ORGANIZATION: Massachusetts Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Do you live in or near Medford? Are you interested in making a difference in the life of a blind adult in your neighborhood? MABVI is looking for a volunteer in Medford, MA to help an elderly gentleman read his mail once a week for 1-2 hours. Reading mail can be done safely either outside, or the volunteer can pick up the mail and read it to the gentleman on the phone. This would be a wonderful gift for the holiday season. Share you sight with a neighbor in need!

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About Massachusetts Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Location:

200 Ivy Street, Brookline, MA 02446, US

Mission Statement

Established in 1903, the Massachusetts Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (MABVI) is the oldest program in the country providing services to adults with vision loss. Helen Keller served on our first advisory board. MABVI is dedicated to empowering individuals to live with dignity. We provide access to a full range of sight loss services and help reduce fears and isolation caused by vision loss. With offices in Brookline and Worcester, we serve more than 7,000 blind and visually impaired individuals every year. MABVI is a program of MAB Community Services.

Description

Massachusetts Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired offers a number of services.

In our COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER PROGRAM, volunteers work one-to-one with visually impaired adults in their community, assisting with reading or shopping.

In each of our 35 peer-led SUPPORT GROUPS, individuals gather to share challenges and resources.

Elders with low vision can work with one of our VISION REHABILITATION SPECIALISTS to learn strategies for living with limited or no vision. Special focus on reading and writing, magnification, lighting, diabetes management, home safety and daily activities.

CAUSE AREAS

People with Disabilities
Seniors
Sports & Recreation
People with Disabilities, Seniors, Sports & Recreation

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Opportunities in MedfordMedford, MA 02155

(42.427498,-71.1092)
 

DATE POSTED

December 16, 2020

SKILLS

  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Basic Computer Skills
  • People Skills
  • Relationship Building
  • Administrative Support

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 16
  • Orientation or Training
  • 1-2 hours weekly or biweekly!

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