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Your Neighbor Couldn't Get to the Store for Bread or Milk Before This Storm!
ORGANIZATION: Aging and Disability Services
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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Right now there are 88 people, some right in your neighborhood, who couldn't get to the store for bread and milk in advance of this little winter dust-up. Some might have lost power with no way to even buy batteries or get to a warming center until power is restored.
We try to change that by matching them with vounteer neighbors who can run to the store for them or with them, make sure they have food and medicines for a few days and worst case, get them somewhere warm when the power is out. Most volunteers are within 5 miles of a neighbor who is blind and don't even know it!! But I know, and I can help, you can too.
When these neighbors have volunteers, they are safer, prouder, happier and live longer lives at home where they want to be in the communities they helped build. Now is your chance to build a little community too and sign up to meet a neighbor. Call 860-602-4129 or click lori.st.amand@ct.gov and let's get you started!
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About Aging and Disability Services
Location:
184 Windsor Avenue (Main Office), Volunteer Positions are in Most CT Towns, Windsor (Main Office), CT 06095, US
Mission Statement
Maximizing opportunities for the independence and well-being of people with disabilities and older adults in Connecticut. Core Values INTEGRITY: We interact honestly and fairly with all others, adhering to strong ethics, values and principals. RESPECT: We value and recognize others for their unique skills, talents and contributions, and are considerate in all interactions. PROFESSIONALISM: We are mindful of our daily conduct and strive to have the highest work standards with a courteous attitude. OPEN COMMUNICATION: We encourage the sharing of information and knowledge in an accurate, honest and supportive way.
Description
Aging and Disability Services: Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind
Welcome to the Department of Aging and Disability Services. Our programs, policies and practices are designed to:
- Deliver integrated aging and disability services responsive to the needs of Connecticut citizens;
- Provide leadership on aging and disability issues statewide;
- Provide and coordinate aging and disability programs and services in the areas of employment, education, independent living, accessibility and advocacy;
- Advocate for the rights of Connecticut residents with disabilities and older adults; and
- Serve as a resource on aging and disability issues at the state level.
The Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind enables its clients to become more self-sufficient and to maximize their participation in the community, at school and in employment settings. It is important to note that most people who are legally blind retain a significant degree of practical vision.
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
People with Disabilities,
Seniors
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Clients available statewideYour TownHartford, CT 06109
(41.70469 ,-72.67425 )
DATE POSTED
December 6, 2024
SKILLS
- Life Coaching
- Critical Thinking
- Multi-Tasking
- Organization
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Public Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Flexible, choose what works for you! Others will help too.
- Must be reliable and trustworthy, a great communicator. Caring and Compassionate. A resident of CT, MA or NY, RI border towns with clear driving and criminal histories.