- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
Free Respite Training For REST Companion
ORGANIZATION: Marklund
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
We are seeking individuals who have an interest in becoming a REST Companion (Respite Education and Support Tools) to assist caregivers in Bloomingdale Township.
Interested individuals will provide respite (a short break) for someone who is caring for individuals with intellectual disabilities, those who are aging, and/or those using mental health services.
*REST Companions, must be residents of Bloomingdale Township, attend a 4 hour or 8-hour REST Companion training, and agree to provide at least 8 hours of respite per month for one year.
For additional information on upcoming REST Companion courses and to learn how to register please contact Lois Sheaffer at lsheaffer@restprogram.org
More opportunities with Marklund
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Marklund
Location:
1S450 Wyatt Dr., Geneva, IL 60134, US
Mission Statement
Making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities.
Description
Marklund is a not-for-profit network of services providing a full life experience for infants, children and adults with developmental disabilities.
Marklund provides compassionate medical care, comprehensive therapeutic programming, education, early intervention therapies and respite care for individuals with developmental disabilities.
There are currently three locations:
Marklund at Mill Creek Campus in Geneva (6-16 bed homes and developmental training program for adults with developmental disabilities and our administrative offices)
Marklund Philip Center for Children in Bloomingdale (residential skilled nursing facility for children and medically fragile adults, day school for children age 3-22, respite program, early intervention program)
Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin (residential skilled nursing facility for children and young adults, developmental training program for adults with developmental disabilities)
Since our founding in 1954, over 1,700 families have turned to Marklund to care for their loved ones. Volunteers have a direct impact on the individuals we serve by making it possible for them to live full and happy lives.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
164 S Prairie Ave.Bloomingdale, IL 60108
DATE POSTED
February 15, 2019
SKILLS
- Elder care
- Mental Health
- Patient Care
- Healthcare
- Special Needs
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 12
- Orientation or Training