Help a person living with ALS in Sandy, OR!
ORGANIZATION: ALS Northwest
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Living with ALS makes daily tasks more challenging and to make life a little easier, we created the Helping Hands Volunteer Program. Right now, there are some unique opportunities to help People living with ALS through this program in Sandy, OR. Can you help?
VOLUNTEER TASKS:
We are looking for a volunteer(s) in/or around Sandy, OR who is available on a regular & ongoing basis to support a Person living with ALS with household chores, laundry, and companionship.
TRAINING:
You do not need to have prior knowledge or experience to volunteer in this role. When you enlist as an ALS Helping Hands volunteer, we will coordinate an orientation session and additional training with you before you begin your volunteer service. The orientation will cover what ALS is, information about ALS Northwest, what to expect, best volunteering practices, volunteer policies, as well as answering any questions you might have. The orientation is virtual (zoom) or in person and runs about an hour and fifteen minutes.
Ready to help?
Step 1: Sign-up as a new Helping Hand volunteer with ALS Northwest: https://alsoregon.org/get-involved/volunteer/
Step 2: Email Volunteer Coordinator Annie Teer to express your interest: annie.teer@alsnorthwest.org
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About ALS Northwest
Location:
825 NE Multnomah St., Suite 940, Portland, OR 97232, US
Mission Statement
To discover treatments and cures for ALS, and to serve, advocate for, and empower people affected by ALS to live their lives to the fullest.
Description
ALS Northwest is committed to enhancing the quality of life of people living with ALS through the many cost-free programs we offer to individuals and families affected by ALS. We understand the value of those with the disease being able to communicate, function safely in their home, and travel to ALS Clinics for comprehensive evaluation and treatment. Our programs are designed to meet these essential care needs as well as the emotional needs of those in our community and caregivers. Our services are available to people with ALS in the entire State of Oregon and six counties of SW Washington: Pacific, Wahkiakum, Cowlitz, Clark, Skamania, and Klickitat.
CAUSE AREAS
Health & Medicine,
People with Disabilities,
Seniors
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
N/ASandy, OR 97055
(45.3899 ,-122.231 )
DATE POSTED
January 6, 2025
SKILLS
- Mental Health
- Housekeeping
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 1-2 hours weekly