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ORGANIZATION: Best Buddies - Albany

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Best Buddies Citizens creates one-to-one friendships between adults with and without intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) in workplaces and in the community. These opportunities for friendship and inclusion are especially important for adults with IDD, who often have limited opportunities for social connections as they age.

We are looking for an individuals male or female who would be open to hanging out with people who have intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Commitment:
* Participants commit to at least one year of friendship
* Get together in person for a minimum of four hours per month
* Maintain weekly contact (phone, email, social media, etc.)

Matches:
The program attempts to match individuals who:
* Are of within the same age range
* Share common interests
* Live or work in close proximity to each other

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About Best Buddies - Albany

Location:

3 Schoolhouse Lane, Waterford, NY 12188, US

Mission Statement

Best Buddies programs help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure successful jobs, live independently, and develop self-advocacy and communication skills

Description

At Best Buddies we strive to provide opportunities for people with IDD (Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities). We have various pillars that support individuals of all ages from Elementary students to Citizens of everyday life. We are looking for volunteer opportunities to become friends with our buddies for a one on one companionship and hang out with our buddies. If you'd like to know more information please check us out on our website!

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
People with Disabilities
Children & Youth, People with Disabilities

WHEN

Mon Mar 03, 2025 - Sat May 31, 2025

WHERE

Lake George, NY 12845

(43.42618,-73.71234)
 

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18

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