Must be dedicated to help others and to be a positive role model for residents. Advocate for persons with mental retardation and other related disabilities. Seeks funding to provide services for people with mental retardation and works with legislators for laws that will protect and enhance their rights. People to serve on Board of Directors, serve as officers and committee members. Volunteers to help develop computer skills of their clients, develop a web page, visit group homes and spend time with residents.
Time involved is negotiable.
The council requests a 10 hour commitment per year. Also in need of coaching and refereeing - just stop in and speak with the staff. A combination of services aimed at caring for kids. Volunteers with transportation willing to donate several hours could be utilized for the Providers Lending Library. Serves several surrounding counties.