Have you been thinking about how you can make a difference in our local community? If you are seeking a flexible volunteer opportunity, Faith in Action might be what you are looking for. Faith in Action provides transportation services to medical appointments and the grocery store for older adults in the greater Bloomington/Normal area. When volunteering, you look at an online schedule and choose the dates and times of appointments that work for you. If you can help once or twice a month, your time is appreciated. We often hear stories of new friendships developing between volunteers and care receivers, or we have had many friends reconnect through our services. It is an amazing way to make a difference! Faith in Action care receivers are 60 years or older and have been pre- screened before they can begin receiving services. There are no income guidelines, but they must be 60 years of age or older, able to walk with the assistance of a cane or walker (we are unable to serve those in wheelchairs), and live in our service area. They do not pay anything to use Faith in Action services, and the door-to-door transportation helps many who could not afford a taxi or would be unable to navigate multiple bus transfers. Our care receivers are very appreciative of the time and efforts of our volunteers. One care receiver, Bev, has a health condition, making it difficult for her to leave her house, and she relies on her volunteer shopper. “I could not survive in my home without the help and kindness of my Faith in Action volunteer. She had a family crisis that took so much of her time and energy, but she never stopped making sure my needs were met. Just wanted you to know how much Faith in Action means to me.” Make a Difference in Our Community Volunteer With Faith in Action
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In addition to driving, Faith in Action has volunteer opportunities for light home maintenance, friendly visits or calls, office help, and volunteer committees that plan and execute special programs or help plan for the future of Faith in Action. Faith in Action is a not-for-profit organization that began in 2005 as a collaborative effort to help Bloomington-Normal older adults stay independent in their homes. Through the efforts of about 400 volunteers, it has grown dramatically to serve 500-plus McLean County care receivers. If you would like to help our senior neighbors, give Faith in Action a call at (309) 827-7780 or visit bnfia.org .
If you or someone you know needs assistance, call (309) 827-7780 to request an at-home visit from one of our volunteers, who will explain the program further. There is no financial qualification, and all services are free. Donations to Faith in Action are gladly accepted, as this program does not receive any federal or state funds. All money raised here stays here to support the needs of seniors in McLean County.
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