American Red Cross - the City of Fremont, Ohio
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American Red Cross - the City of Fremont, Ohio
American Red Cross Sandusky River Chapter Arbors Of Clyde Nursing And Rehabilitation Center 1245 Napoleon Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-332-5574 E-mail: CHSanduskyRiverOHInfo@redcross.org Contact: 700 Helen Street Clyde, Ohio 43410 Phone: 419-547-9595 Contact: Activity Department Agency Description: Arbors of Clyde Nursing Center is a residential center providing rehabilitation, activity programs, nursing, therapies, 24-hour staff supervision, personalized living arrangements, and therapeutic diets to the elderly and disabled. Agency Description: The American Red Cross is an agency that deals with disaster preparedness, disaster response, personal health, and safety classes. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 16 Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 14 Receptionist – Answer phones and greet clients and volunteers. Special Friend – Interact with residents by providing appropriate social activities and/or leading the activities. Disaster Worker – Assist during emergencies, both locally and regionally. Time Commitment: Whatever you can give; whenever you are available. Bloodmobile Worker – Assist with canteen service or donor registration. Training: Training is provided. An application must also be completed. Office Assistant – Duties vary daily, but are mainly clerical-type work. Special Note: The ability to converse with individuals is very important. Also, you must be able to play board games and to push wheelchairs. Time Commitment: Varies. Training: Training is provided and varies with each position. Special Note: All volunteers must pass a background check and sign a conduct agreement. -1- Bellevue Fish And Loaves The Bellevue Hospital Volunteer Services Program 203 Maple Avenue PO Box 121 Bellevue, Ohio 44811 Phone: 419-484-2814 Contact: Reverend Dan Howard 1400 West Main Street PO Box 8004 Bellevue, Ohio 44811 Phone: 419-483-4040, extension 4408 Contact: June Washburn, Volunteer Coordinator Agency Description: The Bellevue Fish and Loaves provides emergency and supplemental food for residents of the Bellevue School District. Agency Description: The Bellevue Hospital Volunteer Services Program provides volunteers to help the Hospital better serve the community. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: Seventh Grade and older Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 14 Lobby Desk Assistant – Deliver flowers and newspapers and escort patients. Food Box Packer Screener – Someone to take applications. Gift Shop – Assist with sales. Food Sorter Greeter – Greet the public and transport patients. Driver – Pick up groceries. Team Leader Clerical – File, sort, and help with mailings. Time Commitment: Packers work two-hour shifts; screeners and team leaders work four-hour shifts. Surgical Waiting Room – Assist patients and families. Training: Time Commitment: Length of shift varies according to position. Volunteers normally assist two shifts per month. Special Note: Volunteers must be physically able to work. The Pantry is open 1:30 pm – 5:00 pm on Wednesday afternoons. Training: A four-hour orientation is followed by shadowing with a co-worker. Special Note: Uniform vests will be provided. -2- Bellevue Service Unit Of The Salvation Army First United Methodist Church 901 Northwest Street Bellevue, Ohio 44811 Phone: 419-484-2769 Contacts: Jane Bailey and Joyce Kinney Bethesda Care Center 600 North Brush Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-334-9521, extension 22 Contact: Frances Castillo Agency Description: The Bellevue Service Unit of the Salvation Army assists with utility disconnections, prescriptions, and referrals to places where help can be obtained (when applicable). Agency Description: Bethesda Care Center coordinates/provides a comprehensive set of services including primary, active, and long-term care to frail elderly. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: No Restrictions Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 14 and older Contact – Assist clients who are in serious financial trouble by giving them a spiritual and financial uplift. Musical Entertainer – Entertain residents on holidays, birthdays, at special events, and/or at Thursday afternoon church services. Bell Ringer – Help with the “Christmas Kettles” fundraising during the holiday season. Seamstress – Mend resident’s clothes. Time Commitment: Office Hours are 9:00 am – 11:00 am, Tuesdays and 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Thursdays. Shopping Volunteer – Push a wheelchair and shop with a resident on a monthly basis. Training: Minimal training is required. Special Note: The ability to meet with people and assess their needs is very helpful. We only assist those living in the Bellevue School District or in Monroeville. Movie Watcher – Sit with residents on weeknights, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm. Reader – Read books, stories, or the Newspaper to residents. Time Commitment: You will be asked to work as needed. -3- Training: Thirty minutes of training (with a parent, if less than eighteen) is provided. Special Note: You should enjoy being with older people. Birchard Public Library Of Sandusky County 423 Croghan Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-334-7101 Website: www.birchard.lib.oh.us Contact: Pam Hoesman Boy Scouts Of America Erie Shores Council PO Box 8728 Toledo, Ohio 43623 Phone: 800-241-7293 E-mail: Joel.Moszkowicz@gmail.com Website: www.eaglebaydistrict.com Contact: Joel Moszkowicz Agency Description: Birchard Public Library provides books and other materials and information to the public. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 14 and older Agency Description: Boy Scouts of America prepares young people to make ethical choices over their lifetimes by instilling the values of scouting. Shelf Reader – Place books and materials on shelves, keeping items in order and looking neat. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: Varies Time Commitment: Volunteer for a minimum of one hour at a time each week. Training: Training is provided. Day Camp Volunteer – Entertain and teach cub scouts in areas such as fishing, sports, games, etc. Special Note: You must be able to alphabetize and to learn the Dewey Decimal System. Eagle Bay Volunteer – Assist in cub and boy scout camping, membership, and training. Unit Leader – Provide monthly support to youth. Time Commitment: You will be involved four (4) hours a month, plus activities, for Unit Leader and Eagle Bay Volunteer. The -4- camp volunteer requires a three-day commitment. Time Commitment: The commitment depends upon the task, but ranges between three hours to four days. Training: Training is provided. Training: No particular skills are needed for most volunteer positions. There is training provided for camp counselors. Special Note: You must provide your own transportation and meet membership standards. To be a Leader or Eagle Bay Volunteer, you must be twenty-one (21) years old. Camp Fire USA Buckeye Council CASA Of Seneca, Sandusky And Wyandot Counties 2100 Baker Road Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-332-8641 Contact: Pam Babione 500 West State Street, Suite D Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-355-1442 E-mail: casa4kids@att.net Contact: Angela Hofacker Agency Description: Camp Fire USA Buckeye Council strives to build caring, confident youth and future leaders. Our programs are not only fun, but they also build specific skills and characteristics like self-direction, confidence, and school preparedness. Agency Description: CASA represents (in court) children that are victims of abuse, neglect, and/or dependency. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 21 Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: See opportunity CASA Volunteer – Abused and neglected children need dedicated adults, who are concerned about their welfare, to act as a credible voice in court. Youth Volunteer – Assist with hands-on arts and crafts, set-up, and clean-up of activities. Be a camp counselor in the summer. Age: Sixth – Twelfth (6 - 12) grades. Grounds or Office Volunteer – Ground work includes weeding, raking, clean-up of trails, and/or painting. Office work includes copying, organizing, data entry, and/or web page updates. Age: 16 and older. Time Commitment: A volunteer is asked to commit between ten and fifteen (10 – 15) hours a month. Training: Thirty (30) hours of training are provided, along with court and Children’s Service’s training. Specialist – Share your talents and interests in fishing, crafts, nature, woodworking, animals, health, safety, sewing, or art. Age: Adult. -5- Special Note: You must have the ability to obtain facts for the court and to recommend what is in the child’s best interest. “CORPORATE ANOINTING” Ministries Chamber Of Commerce Of Sandusky County 101 South Front Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-332-1591 Contact: Angie Morelock, CEO/President Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-333-0773 Contact: Rev. Jeannie Weber C.C.M. Agency Description: Provides quality leadership, information, and services throughout Sandusky County. Agency Description: Meeting the needs of others by providing services including: Ohio Benefit Bank, Citizen Circle Re-entry, Food Distribution, Mentors, and more. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 18 Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: No requirement Office Assistant – Provide a variety of tasks, including answering the phone, greeting people and organizing files. Mainly clerical-type work. Housekeeper – Provide basic services including mopping, sweeping, and dusting. Office Assistant – Do clerical work including filing, copying, and more. Time Commitment: Twenty-five (25) hours per week. Food Pantry Aide – Help Food Pantry on Delivery Day and Distribution Day—inquire concerning specific duties. Training: Training is provided. Special Note: We need very polite volunteers that dress professionally and work well with people. A volunteer must be at least eighteen (18) years old. -6- Time Commitment: Training: Training is provided. Special Note: Community Service hours are given. Friendly environment and limited time commitment. Just make a call for more information. -7- Elmwood Healthcare Center At The Springs 401 North Broadway Street Green Springs, Ohio 44836 Phone: 419-639-2626, extension 6024 Website: www.elmwoodcommunities.com Contact: Becky Gill, Activities Director Elmwood Of Fremont 1545 Fangboner Road Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-332-6533 Contact: Volunteer Coordinator Agency Description: Elmwood Health Care Center At The Springs offers inpatient and outpatient therapy for medically complex and subacute medical patients, along with being a nursing home facility. Agency Description: Elmwood of Fremont provides residential care and daycare services for the elderly including their physical, medical, and social needs. Volunteer Opportunities: Age Minimum: 15 Activity Department – Assist residents on special events (like bingo, shopping, crafts, and manicures) or share your talents. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 16 Activities Volunteer – Assist with resident outings, arts and crafts, and various other activities. May also provide resident companionship. Must enjoy working with the senior population. Pastoral Care – Assist residents to and from religious services. Gift Shop – Help staff the White Swan Gift Shop. Time Commitment: Whatever the volunteer can give. Time Commitment: Volunteers are needed for regularly scheduled events on a weekly or monthly basis. We also welcome all opportunities for volunteers to donate any amount of time. Training: Special Note: Must have a TB test and complete an application. Enthusiasm and patience is a plus. Training: Training will be provided. -8- 4H Ohio State University Extension Elmwood Nursing Home And Assisted Living 2000 Countryside Drive, Suite D Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-334-6340 E-mail: sand@osu.edu Contact: Gwen Soule 430 North Broadway Street Green Springs, Ohio 44836 Phone: 419-639-2581 Contacts: Julie Goodman or Eve Alloway Agency Description: Beautiful communities with compassionate purpose in providing care to elderly men and women. Agency Description: 4-H/OSU Extension is an educational program for youth ages five – nineteen (5 – 19). School programs and community clubs focus on learning by doing projects and community service. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: No requirement Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 18, or be accompanied by an adult Activities Assistant – Assist with outings; do crafts or provide activity program; read, write letters, and/or converse with residents; share talents and more. Assist with both indoor and outdoor activities. 4-H Volunteer – Lead or assist with community clubs, camps, Cloverbud clubs, and/or special events. Time Commitment: Whatever the volunteer can give. Time Commitment: Call for times and length of commitment. Training: Training: Training is provided. Special Note: Must have a Tuberculosis test and complete an application. Must be able to deal tactfully with staff, residents, and family members. Enthusiasm and patience are a plus. Special Note: You must be interested in working with youth and teens. -9- Special Note: You must be able to listen with empathy and provide referrals and information. You also need to maintain confidentiality. Compassion is a plus. First Call For Help United Way Of Sandusky County First Step Healthy Family Resource Center 826 West State Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phones: 419-334-2720 or 800-593-9444 E-mail: jgarvey@uwsandco.org Website: www.uwsandco.org Contact: Joyce Garvey PO Box 1103 Fostoria, Ohio 44830 Phone: 419-435-7300 E-mail: tmercer@firststepweb.org Contact: Terri Mercer Agency Description: First Step is a resource center that provides a full range of services designed to help individuals and families who are involved with abusive or unhealthy relationships. Agency Description: United Way First Call For Help is a community information and referral telephone line. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 18 Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 18 Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Phone Line Volunteer – Answer phone calls from your home, in the evening, and/or on weekends. Provide information and referrals to community services or be a friendly “listening ear”. Blues Festival – Held on the third Saturday in September. Volunteers are needed to help disburse posters and/or work 3-hour shifts at the Festival. Special Projects Volunteer – Help with Community Christmas or other special events. Weekend Shelter and Hotline Monitor Volunteer – 4-hour shifts are available between the hours of 10:00 am – 8:00 pm. Time Commitment: Phone Line Volunteers are asked to work at least two-hours per week on the phone line. Special Projects Volunteers are as needed. Personal Growth and Enrichment Activity Presenters – Present for one-hour on personal growth and enrichment topics and/or activities such as art, motivational speaking, stress reduction, daily living skills, music, etc. Monday – Thursday, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Training: A training of six – eight (6 – 8) hours is provided [to answer calls]. -10- Time Commitment: One – four hours. Training: Training is provided for Weekend Shelter and Hotline Monitor Volunteers. Special Note: Call for more details. Fremont Soup Kitchen Inc. Girl Scouts Of North East Ohio Grace Lutheran Church 705 West State Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Contact Phone: 419-637-2244 Contact: Dianna Nevius 6111 South Broadway Avenue Lorain, Ohio 44053 Phones: 440-233-6112 or 800-222-6119 Website: www.gsneo.org Contact: Christine Michael, Membership, Volunteer, and Program Specialist Agency Description: Non-handicapped accessible cafeteria-style food program for anyone in need. No pre-requirements and no carryout. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: No requirement Agency Description: In Girl Scouts, girls who are five – seventeen (5 – 17), grow in skills and selfconfidence, make new friends, have fun, and (through meaningful community service) gain a greater understanding of themselves, their community, and their world. Server and Clean-up – Help serve the food and clean-up after the meal. Time Commitment: Lunch meals are 11:30 am – 12:30 pm, every Thursday. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 18 Training: Training can be provided. Troop and Assistant Troup Leaders Special Note: Must be understanding and show up when scheduled to work. School Organizer Program (Event) Coordinator Cookie Sale Volunteer Seasonal Summer Jobs Available Time Commitment: Depends on the volunteer position. Call for specifics. -11- Training: Heartland provides free training to make the volunteering experience more rewarding. Training: Training is provided. Special Note: Committed to serving every girl everywhere. Special Note: It is helpful to be caring and compassionate. You must be able to provide your own transportation. All volunteers must pass a background check and are provided free TB tests prior to contact with patients. Hospice Of Memorial Hospital Heartland Hospice 430 South Main Street Clyde, Ohio 43410 Phone: 419-547-6419 Contact: Volunteer Coordinator 907 West State Street, Suite A Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phones: 419-355-9209 or 800-505-7444 Contact: Vicki Young, Volunteer Coordinator Agency Description: Hospice of Memorial Hospital provides care for terminally ill patients. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 16 Agency Description: Heartland provides comfort care as well as spiritual and emotional support for people in the final phase of terminal illness. Office Aide – Help with office work and the answering of phones. Office hours are 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 16 Visitor – Visit with patients and families. Friendly Visitor – Offer support, companionship and caring help to our clients and families. Duties may include reading to patients, running errands, and/or staying with patients so that family members can take a break. Errand Runner – Run errands to patients’ homes. Special Projects – Make meals for patients and/or bake cookies for various events. Fundraising – Help with fundraising events. Administrative Volunteer – Clerical work including filing, mailings, and various special projects throughout the year. Threshold Choir – Looking for female voices to form a small choir. Time Commitment: Must be able to volunteer at least one (1) hour per month. Volunteers are able to choose area of interest and time they can give. Time Commitment: There is no minimum time required. Your volunteering can fit around the time you have available. -12- Daytime, evening, and weekend hours are needed. Special Note: No special skills needed. Training: You will be trained according to your volunteer request. Special Note: You must provide your own transportation. You must be able to maintain confidentiality and possess a friendly and caring attitude. Kidney Foundation Of Northwest Ohio The Humane Society of Sandusky County 3100 West Central Avenue, Suite 250 Toledo, Ohio 43606 Phone: 419-329-2196 Website: www.kfnwo.org Contact: Volunteer Coordinator 2520 Port Clinton Road Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phones: 419-334-4517 or 419-334-3602 E-mail: humanesocietyofsanduskycounty@yahoo.com Contacts: Kelly Askins or Joanne McDowell Agency Description: The Kidney Foundation assists those affected by kidney disease in Northwest Ohio by providing patient services and education on Chronic Kidney Disease. Agency Description: The Humane Society operates an animal shelter, provides a low cost spay/neuter program, and has a humane agent. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 16 Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: No requirement Under 16 must be supervised by an adult. Special Event – Volunteers are needed to assist at various special events. Kennel Worker Volunteer Animal Socialization – Work with the cat population, including brushing and playing with the cats. Time Commitment: Three to five (3 – 5) hours. Dog Walker Training: Not necessary. Time Commitment: Once a week for at least an hour. Shelter hours are 1:00 – 5:00 pm, Monday and Tuesday; 1:00 – 6:00 pm, Thursday and Friday; and 1:00 – 4:00 pm, Saturdays. Special Note: Please contact the office for more detailed information. Training: None needed. -13- Liberty Center Of Sandusky County 1421 East State Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-332-8777 Contact: Margaret Weisz Leadership Sandusky County 101 South Front Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-332-1591 E-mail: director@leadershipsanduskycounty.org Contact: Candace Seaman Agency Description: The Liberty Center of Sandusky County is a homeless shelter providing temporary shelter, case management, nutritious meals, and supportive services to men, women, and children. Agency Description: Leadership Sandusky County provides learning experiences that encourage successful community leadership through our adult and youth classes. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 21 Shelter Volunteer – Answer the phone, record donated items, visit with residents, and/or read and play games with the children. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: No requirement Board of Trustees – Help oversee the Leadership Sandusky County Adult and Youth Programs. Fundraising Volunteer – Assist with fundraisers, mainly in the spring and the fall. Time Commitment: Volunteer Cook – Prepare a meal for the residents once or on an ongoing basis. This can be an individual or a group project. Training: Training is provided. Special Note: You must be an alumnus of Leadership Sandusky County to serve on the Board of Trustees. Time Commitment: You will be asked to volunteer three – four (3 – 4) hours a month. -14- Training: 1½ hours of training are provided. Training: Positions are matched according to each volunteer’s skills. Training is provided. Special Note: A police background check will be needed to be a shelter volunteer. Memorial Hospital Special Note: Mobile Meal drivers are also needed to deliver to homebound residents. One hour per week, 11:00 am – 12:00 noon. 715 South Taft Avenue Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-334-6609 Website: www.memorialhcs.org E-mail: annette.overmyer@memorialhcs.org Contact: Annette Overmyer 428 Croghan Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phones: 419-334-8021 or 888-582-8889 E-mail: information@namissw.org Contact: Melanie White NAMI Of Seneca, Sandusky And Wyandot Counties Agency Description: NAMI is a support, education, and advocacy organization of people with mental illness, their families, and community members who care. Agency Description: Memorial Hospital provides healthcare including diagnostic testing, health screenings, and educational programs. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 16 Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 16 Clerical Assistant – General office duties including filings, mailings, and phones for: Golden Threads Messenger Services General Accounts Education Foundation Office Support – Prepare mailings and answer the phone, along with general office tasks. Data Entry/Word Processing – Maintain mailing lists and do general typing. Clinical Support – Assist in the areas of: Patient Transportation Emergency Department Surgery Hostess Pain Clinic Support group facilitation, education, and/or speaking opportunities – Leadership of groups and/or speaking opportunities. Time Commitment: Mainly ½ day a week, from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon or from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm. Hours may vary. Time Commitment: Flexible. -15- Training: Training is provided for support group facilitation, education, and speaking opportunities. Special Note: An interest in improving the lives of people with mental illness and their families is required. NAMI can help find a volunteer opportunity to match your gifts. Pontifex Pass It On Clothing Closet 416 West State Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-333-9667 Contact: Jan Nowak 205 ½ Maple Street PO Box 472 Bellevue, Ohio 44811 Phone: 419-483-3071 Contact: George Beery Agency Description: Pontifex is a not-for-profit organization which helps serve our community. Services include: soup kitchen, food give-aways, free school uniforms, support groups, one-onone mentoring, and more. Agency Description: We collect gently used clothing of all types, sort and hang the items, and then give them free of charge to all who register. No income eligibility required. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: No requirements Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: No age requirement Children need parental permission Soup Kitchen Volunteer – Help cook, serve and/or clean up after community meals. Clothing Assistant – Volunteers work in three (3) hour shifts sorting, hanging, and placing items on racks. Food Give-Away Volunteer – Unload truck, pack boxes and/or clean up after a Food Give-Away. Time Commitment: Volunteers are asked to work 3-hour shifts. Pass It On is only open on Wednesdays from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. Little Giant Locker Volunteer – Wash donated uniforms if needed, organize clothing and/or assist families. Showers of Blessing Public Shower Assistant – Clean shower area and/or log customer hours. Training: Special Note: Front Desk Assistant – Assist in the Gym area by selling drinks, assisting with tanning, etc. -16- Bible Study, Mentoring, or Support Group Leader – Help lead discussion or provide mentoring/education concerning life issues and finances. Time Commitment: Training: Project READ Adult Literacy Services Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center 1306 Cedar Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-334-6901, extension 4701 E-mail: projectread@vsctc.org Contact: Coordinator Spiegel Grove Fremont, Ohio 43420-2796 Phone: 419-332-2081, extension 245 Contact: Joan Eckermann Agency Description: Project Read provides literacy services to adults who want to improve their reading skills. Agency Description: The Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center promotes an understanding of the nineteenth president, the Gilded Age, and leadership. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 18 Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 16 Museum Docent – Lead school children and tour groups on tours of the museum. Tutor – Teach reading and writing to non-reading adults. Museum Store – Assist customers and check out purchases. Time Commitment: Once trained, the volunteer is asked to make a one-year commitment. A volunteer is expected to meet 2-3 hours weekly during that year with an adult needing assistance in reading. Data Entry – Enter data on computers for the library, manuscripts, collections areas, and Development Department. Clerical – Provide clerical assistance in the library and assemble mailings. Training: Training is provided. Special Events – Assist with activities such as the Civil War Encampment, Verandah Concerts, Fourth of July Concert, Easter Egg Roll, and GroveFest. Special Note: Everything is provided completely free to students and tutors. -17- Time Commitment: Varies according to the activity. There are flexible hours. an appreciation. Contact: Mandy Camdan, 567-201-2063. Training: The Hayes Presidential Center will provide full training. Time Commitment: Depends on choice of volunteer opportunity. Special Note: Volunteers must provide their own transportation. Training: Orientation is provided. Sandusky County Board Of Developmental Disabilities Sandusky County Food Pantry 1001 Castalia Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-332-9296 Contact: See Volunteer Listings 128 ½ South Granville Boulevard PO Box 445 Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-334-8158 Contact: Marty Wilhelm, Volunteer Manager Agency Description: The Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities (School of Hope and Sandco Industries) serves all eligible individuals who are developmentally disabled and are residing in Sandusky County. Agency Description: The Sandusky County Food Pantry provides food to the needy of our county on a referral basis. People are allowed to receive help one time per thirty (30) days. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 16 years old Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 18 Senior Music Appreciation – Share your musical talents. Contact: Dawn Smith, Clyde Life Enrichment Center, 419-547-7518. Pantry Volunteer – Screen referrals, gather food items, and/or pack up food items. Special Olympics Volunteer – Take pictures/develop media presentation, assist athletes in developing sport skills, keep scorebook, and/or run concessions. Contact: Deb Sidell, 419-332-9296, extension 119. Time Commitment: One weekday per month from 12:00 noon – 2:30 pm. Training: Training is provided. Special Note: Please consider that you will be asked to volunteer the same day each month (i.e. every first Monday of the month). Arts/Crafts/Music/Book Club – Share your hobbies or help others develop -18- Training: Specific skills are not required, as long as one is willing to work and take directions. However, special skills are always welcome. Special Note: The Board meets at 7:00 pm, the fourth Thursday monthly, at the First Presbyterian Church. Committees meet as needed. Sandusky County Habitat For Humanity Sandusky County Historical Society 120 South Park Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-355-1257 E-mail: sanduskycohfh@glis.cc Contact: Donna Thatcher, Executive Director 514 Birchard Avenue Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-332-0303 (Museum) Contacts: Fred Rectenwald, 419-332-7558 Roy Wilhelm, 419-332-1495 Earl Wammes, 419-559-1082 Agency Description: Sandusky County Habitat for Humanity builds homes (with no profit) that are sold to qualifying, low-income families. Locally, Habitat tries to build one home per year. Agency Description: The Historical Society pursues history of Sandusky County, the surrounding area, and the state of Ohio. It disseminates this information and fosters heritage appreciation to educate our society members and the public. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 18 years old Under 18, with restrictions Home Building Volunteer – Assist with the actual building of the homes. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: Senior High School student or older Board or Committee Member – Provide guidance for the organization. Museum Volunteer – Assist during visiting hours. Fundraiser – Assist with the planning and actual fundraising events. Special Project Volunteer – Help as needed on other projects such as inventory, research, maintenance, lawn and garden, cleaning, etc. Time Commitment: Time Commitment: -19- Training: Will work with an experienced volunteer during visiting hours (1:00 – 4:00 pm, Wednesday and Sunday). Programming – Miscellaneous tasks such as taking pictures, walking in parades, or preparing program supplies (cutting, copying, etc.). Special Note: Should have a sincere interest in learning and our local history. Time Commitment: Training: Specific skills are not required; interest in nature and outdoors is helpful. Sandusky County Park District Sandusky County Share And Care Center 1970 Countryside Place Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phones: 419-334-4495 or 888-200-5577 E-mail: scpd@sanduskycountyparks.com Website: www.sanduskycountyparks.com Contact: Jeanne Dieterich 206 Lynn Street PO Box 392 Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-334-2832 Contact: Lynette Kirsch Agency Description: Sandusky County Share and Care Center is a clothing thrift shop which is open to the public and provides/accepts donated clothing and household items. Other assistance is available with demonstrated need. Agency Description: The Sandusky County Park District preserves natural areas for public appreciation and educational and recreational use. The District manages 2200 acres in 10 facilities: White Star Park, Wolf Creek Park, Creek Bend Farm, Countryside Park, Blue Heron Reserve, Mull Covered Bridge, North Coast Inland Trail, Green Creek Township Property, Shelley Wetland, and Ringneck Ridge Wildlife Area. Volunteer Opportunities: Age Minimum: 18 for sorter 14 for general assistant Clothing Sorter – Sort the donated clothing. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: Varies With Job General Assistant – Move clothing bags and boxes, collect empty hangers, sweep, and straighten clothing. Research – Assist with fish traps, bird banding, butterfly tagging, frog survey, or monitor nesting boxes. Farm Park Work – Assist with farm operations and farm house inventory at Creek Bend Farm. Special Projects – Take inventory, do light cleaning, and/or perform receptionist duties. -20- Time Commitment: Whatever works for your schedule. Time Commitment: March – May for Allocations and September – November for Campaign. Training: Training will be provided depending on the volunteer opportunity. Training: Training is provided. Special Note: A Sorter requires good judgment in evaluating clothing and the ability to reach and lift. Special Note: Must be interested in, and willing to assist in, the fundraising and allocation process. May need to travel to funding sources or agencies. United Way Of Sandusky County Valley View Healthcare Center 826 West State Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-334-8938 Website: www.uwsandco.org Contact: Abby Slemmer 825 June Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-332-0357 Contact: Heather McDonald Agency Description: Valley View Healthcare Center is a local, long-term care facility. Agency Description: United Way of Sandusky County provides funding to local programs, along with special grant opportunities. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: Any age Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 18 Activity Volunteer – Serving others is our primary function. Use your interests, hobbies, and passions to enhance the lives of seniors! Campaign Worker – Assist in the delivery and retrieval of United Way informational packets to potential funding sources. Serve as a liaison between the funding source and the United Way office. Time Commitment: You chose the time, day, and frequency of your visit. Training: Allocation Panel – Assist with the United Way funding allocations process, working as a team member who makes recommendations for funding of United Way sponsored local programs. Special Note: We are compassionately committed to excellence in customer service. -21- Special Note: You must not have a felony conviction or an allegation or conviction of child abuse. The Village House Volunteers Of America Crossroads 350 Rawson Avenue Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-334-4582 Contact: Linda McGilton 1843 Superior Street Sandusky, Ohio 44870 Phone: 419-626-6505 Contact: Sondra Anderson, Director Agency Description: The Village House is a home-like setting in which children can visit with non-custodial family members. Agency Description: Crossroads is a seventy-three (73) bed emergency homeless shelter and transitional living housing program. It accepts Sandusky County and surrounding communities’ residents. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 18 Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 18 Clerical – Duties include office help and answering of phones. Clerical – Includes general office duties and the answering of phones. Fundraiser – Help coordinate fundraisers. Maintenance – Light maintenance work. Visit Supervisor – Sit in a room with a child and parent, helping to allow the child to feel safe. Kitchen Assistant – Help with meals for the residents. Time Commitment: We work around the availability of the volunteer. Time Commitment: Call for times and length of commitment. Training: -22- Training: Training can be provided, if needed. Training: Special Note: Special Note: You must be able to maintain confidentiality. WSOS DBA TRIPS Transportation WSOS Community Action Commission, Inc. Family Development 2317 Countryside Drive PO Box 590 Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-332-8091 E-mail: chorn@wsos.org Contact: Cindy Horn 109 South Front Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-334-8911 Contact: Jill Butzin Agency Description: TRIPS is the Sandusky County Rural Transportation System. It provides curb-tocurb service to the public for a low cost. Agency Description: WSOS Community Action Commission provides comprehensive services to help people help themselves. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 16 Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 18 Passenger Care Attendant (PCA) – Provide door-through-door service for homebound and disabled riders, which allows these riders low-cost options for medical visits, shopping and other appointments. Agency Volunteer – WSOS has various volunteer opportunities in the following programs: Early Childhood After School Fatherhood Emergency Services Homeless Prevention Time Commitment: Volunteer at your convenience. Training: A complete training and an orientation are provided. Time Commitment: Call for times, requirements, and skills needed for each program. -23- Special Note: A full background check is required. YMCA Of Sandusky County 1000 North Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 Phone: 419-332-9622 E-mail: info@frymca.org Contact: Denise Reiter Agency Description: The YMCA is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to building strong children, strong families, and a strong community. Volunteer Opportunities Age Minimum: 14 Babysitter – Oversee children during the week, in the mornings or early evenings. Hours of need: 9:00 am – noon and 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Monday – Friday and 9:00 am – noon on Saturday. Time Commitment: Minimal. Training: Training can be provided. Special Note: No requirements are needed, just a strong desire to have fun. -24-