Volunteers also may assist in the regional office doing filing, answering the telephone, doing computer input and many other jobs. All volunteers must undergo a screening process, similar to regularly hired staff. All the food for the event is provided by Craig Nickloff, owner of the Claim Jumper Restaurant chain. His sister lives in a Good Shepherd group home. Contact For information about the Southern California Region, volunteer opportunities or referrals to Good Shepherd's programs in this region, please contact Karen Ingram, Regional Director.
Clients participate in sheltered workshop programs and supported employment with area businesses.
It recently began a new program for 40 medically fragile children in nearby Knightsen. A total of 35 staff work in the region. Activities may include taking clients to church, teaching specialized skills, going for walks and just being a friend. Volunteers also may assist in the regional office doing filing, answering the telephone, doing computer input and many other jobs. Roommates Roommates are needed to share two-bedroom apartments with Good Shepherd clients in the Fremont area.