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Become A Volunteer Supporter For An Adult with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
Massachusetts Advocates Standing Strong (MASS)
has launched New Freedom Volunteer Supporter/Driver Project for
self-advocates with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Greater Boston Area. The goal of this project is to provide accessible and efficient transportation and support for self-advocates to attend their self-advocacy, citizen advisory boards, and human rights/diversity meetings
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What We are Looking For?
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ü Volunteers who can make strong time commitments
ü People who want to work with the disability community and make a difference
ü Volunteers who are familiar with the MBTA system and are willing to coach the self-advocate on taking the T
ü Volunteers with their own vehicles would be great too!
WHY SHOULD YOU VOLUNTEER?
ü You help Individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities stay independent and active in their community by driving them to their self-advocacy meetings
ü You ensure individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities have accessible transportation
ü Your support (assistance and presence) during a meeting or event can enhance the self-advocate’s total experience
ü You will be reimbursed (if needed) for gas, toll-booths, and/or MBTA costs
Your interest and participation can make a difference in the lives of others!
For more information, please call John Dale at 617-624-7713 or email johnd.mass.office@gmail.com
Massachusetts Advocates Standing Strong
is a well-respected 501(c)3 non-profit advocacy organization that empowers self-advocates to speak up for their rights.