Share Foundation with the Handicapped
Goal of Program: To provide a peaceful, loving community for developmentally disabled adults where people's self worth can come to the surface and they can share in the joy of being valued for who they are, not what they can do.
Placement Type: Long-term: Live-in house manager (steward), providing companionship and guidance to two mildly to moderately mentally challenged adults. Focus on what we are able to do and foster independence by encouraging them to become all they can be. Teach daily living and vocational skills. Volunteers live in one of 15 homes on site and share in the joy of living in community.
Program Categories
Countries Served: United States
States Served: IN
Living arrangement: In community with other volunteers; At placement site
Length of service: Summer Program; 9-12 Months; 1-2 Years
Financial arrangement: Room and Board; Stipend; Medical Insurance; Transportation
Age Preference: 18-20; 21-30; 55 and over
Marital Status preference: Accepts Married couples without dependents
Gender preference: Accepts Men and Women
Accepts Group Opportunities: Program accepts School/Parish groups for short-term opportunities
Accessible Housing: Program does not have accessible housing/placements for volunteers with physical disabilities