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DAYS OF CARING

United Way of Wayne County, the County of Wayne, the City of Goldsboro, and Volunteer Wayne/RSVP are partnering once again for the Days of Caring in Wayne County. This hands-on opportunity will give everyone across Wayne County the opportunity to put their own cares on hold to help with one project for just part of one day. From Sept. 14 through Sept. 22 we will showcase all the good works accomplished by United Way agencies and invite other non-profit agencies in Wayne County to participate. Let's work together to improve the lives of others in our community.

Community agencies interested in registering a project can do so online at volunteersolutions.org/uwwc/volunteer or by contacting Volunteer Wayne/RSVP. In addition to projects, volunteers can gather needed items for agencies through supply drives. Consider gathering non-perishable food for the hungry, school supplies for disadvantaged students, and children's books and toys. Visit voluntersolutions.org/uwwc/volunteer or contact Volunteer Wayne/RSVP for more information at 735-5152 ext. 336 or email jwpearce@waynecc/edu.

KEEP CHILDREN SAFE

This home-alone program is looking for volunteers to teach first aid, Internet safety, and child abduction prevention in elementary schools in Wayne County from 8:30 until 12:30 p,m. Training is provided. The time commitment varies from as little as six hours total time to as much time as you wish for this program beginning the last week in September and lasting through December. Retired teachers, law enforcement officers, emergency and medical personnel are ideally suited for this position, however this opportunity is open to others as well.

PROFICIENT IN

MICROSOFT WORD?

This agency can use your skills for a short- term project. If you are familiar with entering data in column in Microsoft Word, everything is ready to go! Call now to help move this project along to the next phase for this busy non-profit office. Staff will be on hand to provide guidance.

BUILDING HOMES

Help build homes for eligible low-income homeowners. All levels of skills are needed and training is available. Must be 16 years or older at the construction site, however, younger youth who would like to help with painting and landscaping will be called when those opportunities are available. Construction hours are 8 a.m.-3.p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

OFFICE ASSISTANT

Several agencies are seeking individuals to help with some light filing, organizing, paper shredding, data entry, data collecting, recording blood pressure, and making copies. There are also positions for Internet resource research, grant research and writing, and word processing (typing manual updates, etc.) Additionally, you may help with the lending library or be a closet aide. Any weekday, any time between 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.

ASSISTED LIVING

Mature individuals over 16 should consider helping this program with Alzheimer's patients. Activities include assisting in the dining room at meals, help with activities, and visiting one-on-one with residents.

GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE

Summertime is a challenge for the Red Cross in its efforts to maintain an adequate supply of blood. Summer vacations have an effect on the amount of donors, and an increase in accidents increases the need. Call now to schedule an appointment.

PEER TUTORS

One-on-one tutors are needed to ensure success for students at Wayne Community College. Pre-curriculum students can use your help in basic to advanced math, English, reading, and science. This rewarding experience will make a difference in a student's education.

MEALS ON WHEELS

Although most areas are covered, routes in Mount Olive, Dudley, and Pikeville can use more volunteers. When you bring the provided warm nutritious meal, you will also check on the individual's well being. Just an hour of your time will bring smiles to homebound individuals.

ANIMALS IN DISASTER

Learn how you can help minimize animal suffering in the event of a large-scale emergency. This program focuses on all animals, whether they are owned, stray, domestic, or wild. Help local agencies prepare now to deal with the need.

By Dennis Hill
Published in News on August 19, 2007 02:04 AM