VOLUNTEERS AT ARC BRIDGES … 

Provide entertainment, companionship, building beautification, transportation, and more!  

For example, a local church group “adopted” two of our group homes. Special events, such as birthdays and holidays, are also great opportunities for community groups to make them special for our group home residents. Other volunteers have helped train and coach members of our Special Olympics teams. Still others help our participants work with crafts, bake, put on musical programs, and garden. These are just a few of the activities our volunteers have been helping with here at Arc BRIDGES. 

Volunteers with office skills often assist in our technical support, accounting, and staff development departments. Some are helping workers in the busy work services areas at our centers or sell candy for one of our fund-raising events. 

The only requirement needed is that someone wants to connect with others in a positive way. No experience needed! 

Orientation is provided to every new volunteer, as well as a guided tour of the facility to which he or she will be assigned. Give Arc BRIDGES an hour a week, a day a month, once a year—weekdays, evenings, or weekends-- it’s your choice! 

Requirements are explained during the application process by Paulette Zellers Volunteer Services Coordinator, during a personal application interview. Call her at (219) 884-1138, ext. 6505.