Trips With Dignity

Details
Dates Volunteer is Needed: 
Flexible
Number of Volunteers Needed: 
10
Description of the Volunteer Opportunity: 

Driver directed service. Drivers allocate time and designate the areas they choose to drive by zip code destination. Destinations are only to medical appointments, grocery shopping and business offices. Driver will get a weeks notice, they pick up their rider at their house and stay with them. Usually takes no more that (3) hours for entire trip. Gas cards available upon request. If age 55+ may register with Dept.of Senior Affairs-RSVP for additional reimbursement and insurance coverage.

Skills Needed: 
Areas of Interest: 
Community
Great for: 
Adults
Who Will Be Impacted Through This Project: 

Older adults age 60+ who are ambulatory, but are unable to drive due to physical limitations,decreased mobility,visual impairment or other age related issues. The service helps them maintain their independence in the home,and promotes self sufficiency.

Is This an Ongoing Opportunity?: 
Yes
Minimum Age of Volunteers: 
21
Nonprofit Will Provide: 

Volunteers receive on-going support form Catholic Charities and a small mileage reimbursement is available upon request. We also connect driver to Dept. Of Senior Affairs RSVP Program for additional reimbursement and track hours.

Additional Requirements: 

Volunteers are required to go through a vetting process which entails completing a volunteer profile attending an Agency Orientation and an Abuse Awareness Training for Adults. Reference checks and background check

Must have a good driving record, no DUI'S. Defensive drivers training a plus.

Last Updated: May 28 2024
Address of Project Site
3301 Candelaria NE Suite B
Albuquerque
NM
87107
Contact Info
Phone: 
(505) 724-4634

Disclaimer

Groundworks provides these volunteer opportunities as a service to our community and does not assume any responsibility for the validity of such postings. To ensure accurate and up-to-date information, please contact the organization who posted the opportunity.

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