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Massachusetts Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired offers a number of services. In our COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER PROGRAM, volunteers work one-to-one with visually impaired adults in their community, assisting with reading or shopping. In each of our 35 peer-led SUPPORT GROUPS, individuals gather to share challenges and resources. Elders with low vision can work with one of our VISION REHABILITATION SPECIALISTS to learn strategies for living with limited or no vision. Special focus on reading and writing, magnification, lighting, diabetes management, home safety and daily activities. The MABVI currently has a greatest need for volunteers in the Boston region, and willingness to travel anywhere in the City of Boston. MABVI appreciates volunteers willing to travel a minimum of 10-15 miles.Volunteer role and responsibilitiesReading mailPaying billsInternet Use/TechnologyMedical TransportationGoing grocery shoppingRunning errands in the communityRecreational activities such as being a running/walking sighted guideOther clerical tasksTime commitmentThis opportunity is flexible based on your match's needs. Volunteers typically devote 1-2 hours a week, or every other week.The Volunteer Onboarding Process IncludesComplete a MABVI Volunteer applicationComplete the online, modular MABVI Volunteer TrainingSchedule a time to chat via Zoom with a member of the MABVI Volunteer Team / Submit a CORIMeet the MABVI Volunteer Team via Zoom or phone callMABVI matches you with a MABVI participantWatch our video to learn more and join the MABVI Volunteer Team!#J-18808-Ljbffr