Volunteer Services
The Times Herald Record On-Line edition lists organizations in the area who need help and are looking for volunteers. The pages may be accessed by typing the following URL: www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?Category=COMM.
Another valuable site is VolunteerMatch.org. You insert your zip code and the site brings up a list of local organizations seeking volunteers.
Many colleges throughout the United States are including volunteerism in their curricula.
One such opportunity available through The Office of Career and Internship Services is the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. This experience involves a five (5) day period rehabilitating or building a new part of America's best known long distance trail. As part of a work team you will meet volunteers from many parts of the United States.
There is no cut-off time for applying. You can apply on-line through www.appalachiantrail.org. This committment can provide a truly unique and rewarding experience. For further information go to their website or stop by The Office of Career and Internship Services on the 3rd floor of the George F. Shepard Student Center.
Another organization seeking volunteers is the Medicare Rights Center, 520 8th Avenue, NW, 3rd Floor, New York City, NY 10018. This is a perfect volunteer opportunity for college students: flexible hours, work from home/dorm, build your resume while helping people with Medicare! The job description describes the position as linking individuals in need with care and services (LINCS).
The Medicare Rights Center (MRC) was established in 1989 to help older adults and people with disabilities get good, affordable health care. Through its free counseling services, MRC has helped more than one million people with medicare-related issues.
If you are interested in volunteering for LINCS, please complete an application at www.medicarerights.org/lincs.html. for more information on the LINCS program, contact Amy Adachi, LINCS Project Manager, at 212-204-6273 or e-mail LINCS@medicarerights.org.
For more information, call the Office of Career and Internship Services at (845) 341-4444.