Help a visually-impaired neighbor in Needham

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Do you live in or near Needham? Are you interested in making a difference in the life of a blind adult in your neighborhood?

As a part of MABVI’s Volunteers for Vision program, you’ll assist a blind or visually impaired individual with a variety of daily tasks. You might go grocery shopping or run errands together, go for a walk around your neighborhood or go to the movies, or help read the mail or a book.

Why Volunteer with MABVI?

• 90% of our current volunteers feel they are doing significant work
• 98% of our volunteers say volunteering with us gives them a sense of accomplishment
• 99% would recommend the volunteer program to their family and friends

What will you gain from the role?

• A chance to make a difference
• Experience working with people with sight loss
• A sense of achievement
• A new friend

What skills and experience are needed?

• An easy-to-understand voice
• Good communication skills
• The ability to treat information confidentially
• Patience and a good sense of humor!

What support will be given?

• Volunteer training in our Brookline Office
• Support and guidance from our staff
• Volunteer events throughout the year

When will you be needed?

Most volunteer assignments involve a commitment of 2-3 hours per week; some assignments involve less time.

You can volunteer days, evenings or weekends, whatever works best with your schedule.

As a part of MABVI’s Volunteers for Vision program, you’ll assist a blind or visually impaired individual with a variety of daily tasks. You might go grocery shopping or run errands together, go for a walk around your neighborhood or go to the movies, or help read the mail or a book.

Why Volunteer with MABVI?

• 90% of our current volunteers feel they are doing significant work
• 98% of our volunteers say volunteering with us gives them a sense of accomplishment
• 99% would recommend the volunteer program to their family and friends

What will you gain from the role?

• A chance to make a difference
• Experience working with people with sight loss
• A sense of achievement
• A new friend

What skills and experience are needed?

• An easy-to-understand voice
• Good communication skills
• The ability to treat information confidentially
• Patience and a good sense of humor!

What support will be given?

• Volunteer training in our Brookline Office
• Support and guidance from our staff
• Volunteer events throughout the year

When will you be needed?

Most volunteer assignments involve a commitment of 2-3 hours per week; some assignments involve less time.

You can volunteer days, evenings or weekends, whatever works best with your schedule.