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Uncoventional or Creative Schedule? This is for you!
ORGANIZATION: ITNPortland
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1 person is interested
Creativity and inspiration live in everyday activities, and you never know how and when they will appear. Enjoy the rewards of good conversation and helping elders in your community by just giving a ride and some help to/from the car . Our non-profit organization helps older and visually impaired people get around independently.
You can drive the hour or hours you choose, meet wonderful people, and enjoy satisfaction of making someone's day so much better!
Volunteers needed for all times- mornings, afternoons, weekdays and weekends! Training is provided. Must pass background check and have no at-fault accidents or moving violations in the last 3 years. ITNPortland has put safety measures in place in line with CDC guidance, and provides all drivers and riders with personal protective face coverings and sanitizer.
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About ITNPortland
Location:
90 Bridge Street Suite 210, Westbrook, ME 04092, US
Mission Statement
ITN Portland is a nonprofit, which provides rides with dignity for seniors 65 and older as well as for the visually impaired 24 hours per day, 7 days per week for any purpose within 15 miles ofPortland. We use private cars and charge affordable fees. We rely on donated cars, volunteer drivers, donations and grants to keep our rides affordable, less than the cost of a taxi. Our goal is to keep seniors safe as well as making our roads safer for all users. Our personalized arm through arm and door through door service, allows seniors to retain their independence, quality of life and their family home without having to drive themselves.
Description
ITNPortland Transportation Service
- Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Available for any type of ride within the service area, with no limitations on ride purpose. Rides are provided in private automobiles by trained drivers.
- People 65 years or older; or adults with visual impairments are eligible for the service
- Rides may be booked at any time; discounts are applied for shared rides
Serves: Buxton, Portland, Cape Elizabeth, Cumberland, Falmouth, Gorham, Westbrook, North Yarmouth, Old Orchard Beach, Saco, Scarborough, South Freeport, South Windham, Yarmouth
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Portland, ME 04103
DATE POSTED
January 24, 2022
SKILLS
- Elder care
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- You decide- 30 minutes or a 6 hour shift per week. We have rides that need to get covered so you can volunteer for just one ride or 10!
- The ability to lift walkers and wheelchairs into your car, plus be able to help seniors and the visually impaired to and from the car to their door.