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Barn Help
ORGANIZATION: Madison Fields
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Are you passionate about making a difference in the community and in the lives of adults with autism? Madison Fields is looking for dedicated volunteers to join our team and support our mission.
Volunteer Role: Barn Help
When: Mondays, 2:00-4:00 pm
What You'll Do:
- Assist with evening feeding of our horses.
- Help with turnout, ensuring our horses get their essential exercise and fresh air.
- Participate in mucking stalls to maintain a clean and healthy environment for our animals.
- Contribute to the overall cleaning and upkeep of the barn area.
Why Volunteer with Us?:
- You will be part of a caring community that supports adults with autism and enhances their quality of life.
- Gain hands-on experience with barn management and animal care.
- Meet like-minded individuals passionate about making a positive impact.
- Enjoy the serene and beautiful surroundings of Madison Fields.
Your volunteer participation would be invaluable to maintaining our high standards of care. Your efforts help create a safe and nurturing environment for our residents and animals alike.
*Volunteers must be over the age of 13 to volunteer independently in our barn, and around the horses. No prior horse experience is required, we provide training to ensure you feel comfortable and confident in your role*
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About Madison Fields
Location:
19300 Mouth of Monocacy Rd, Dickerson, MD 20842, US
Mission Statement
Madison House Autism Foundation is dedicated to creating awareness of the lifespan challenges autistic adults and their families face; and to finding, developing, and promoting the solutions that allow adults with autism to make choices, live as independently as possible, hold jobs, feel connected to their communities and become participating members of our society. Madison Fields is a premiere community-based agricultural resource center where people of all ability can access opportunities for job readiness training, education, recreation and healing. We are committed to providing a safe, welcoming environment where visitors can reconnect with themselves, one another, and the natural world.
Description
OVERVIEW
Madison Fields is a project of Madison House Autism Foundation, a national 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization based in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The foundation was created in 2007 to address the lifespan challenges facing adults with autism. Madison Fields offers an exciting opportunity to model what is possible when we as a community empower people of all abilities to participate and contribute. At Madison Fields, we recognize the strength in a diverse, inclusive community working together to help one another achieve their greatest potential. It is our feeling that we all grow best when we are growing together.
CAUSE AREAS
Animals,
People with Disabilities
WHEN
Mon Sep 23, 2024 - Sun Dec 22, 2024
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
WHERE
21355 Big Woods RoadDickerson, MD 20842
(39.20988 ,-77.41499 )
DATE POSTED
September 20, 2024
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 13
- 2 Hours a Week