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Do you enjoy public speaking? If so, this volunteer opportunity to speak out and be heard in the community is a perfect way for you to do just that.
Turning Points, located in Manatee County, is in need of skilled volunteers for their speaker's bureau. This volunteer opportunity is a way for you to be the voice of Turning Points and share the important work the agency provides in Manatee County. It is also an opportunity to share amazing stories from clients who have received assistance from the organization and a way to make change in the stigma surrounding those who are homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless.
If this is opportunity fits your passion and heart to help make change then contact Cheryl Hedger at chedger@tpmanatee.org.
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About Turning Points
Location:
701 17th Avenue, West, Bradenton, FL 34205, US
Mission Statement
To Provide, Facilitate and Coordinate Services to prevent and reduce homelessness in Manatee County, Florida.
Description
Located in Bradenton, FL, this unique non profit organization has four major programs.
1) Day Resource Center is where those experiencing homelessness or those at risk of becoming homeless can receive help with basic needs including use of the computer lab, employment assistance, mail service, Food Stamp assistance, hot showers, haircuts, clean clothes and shoes, laundry service and so much more.
2) Health Center - Medical/Dental Clinic which provides primary care to those experiencing homelessness and low income clients who have no health insurance and meet eligibility requirements. Dental is available for low income individuals by a dedicated Dentist staff . Patients who have no insurance and meet eligibility requirements may receive help with extractions, filling, dentures and cleanings.
4) . Veteran Services targets Manatee County Veteran men and women and their families that are struggling with issues related to homelessness. This program assists Veterans and families.
5). Transitional Development Program assists those experiencing homelessness, those served with an eviction notice and those requesting rental assistance to prevent becoming homeless.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
701 17th Avenue, WestBradenton, FL 34205
DATE POSTED
September 15, 2023
SKILLS
- Community Outreach
- People Skills
- Public Speaking
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Storytelling
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- As little or as much of a time commitment your schedule allows.
- Strong public speaking and people skills