| Last updated on April 14, 2008 |
This Chapter of Home Works will again repair homes located in Horry County. Homeowners living in poverty will have repairs made which may include wheelchair ramps, roofs, paint, walls, doors and more. Skilled adults are especially needed to lead the youth. Adult volunteers will serve as mentors for the youth, assist with the construction tasks and be available as a role model. Project begins at 7am and ends when the work is complete. This opportunity is sponsored by: Home Works Of America, Inc.
Volunteers will work with the following groups
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| Adolescents (13-17) |
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Low-income / Poverty |
| Adults (26-54) |
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Minorities |
| Disabled / Ill |
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Older Adults (55+) |
| Disaster Victims |
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Women |
| Hospice Clients |
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We need volunteers who are free at these times
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| Weekends |
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This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers
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| Adolescents (13-17) |
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Individual |
| Adults (26-54) |
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Large Group (11+) |
| Adults (55+) |
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Small Group (2-10) |
| Court-appointed |
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Unpaid Interns |
| Families |
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Young Adults (18-25) |
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This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests
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| Advocacy & Human Rights |
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Housing |
| Children & Youth |
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Mentoring Services |
| Community Development |
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Nonprofit Organization |
| Disabilities |
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Poverty |
| Elder/Senior Support |
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Upcoming Dates:
| Oct 18, 2008 |
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
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Contact Person:
Hank Chardos, Executive Director, (phone), (email)
Address:
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PO Box 102
Irmo, SC 29063 |
Directions:
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The repair sessions are held in various cities. In the state of SC, the cities include: Johns Island, Wadmalaw Island, Cayce, Columbia, Aiken, Fort Mill, Rock Hill, Charleston, Greenville County, West Columbia, Lexington, Irmo, Camden and a few other smaller cities are assisted as able.
The session schedule is available on the website. |
This opportunity can also be performed in these locations:
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| Columbia |
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Irmo |
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| Aiken |
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Kershaw |
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Lexington |
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| Richland |
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Web Site: http://www.homeworksofamerica.org
Miscellaneous Information
| What supplies are needed to complete this project |
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n/a
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| What supplies will volunteers be asked to provide |
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work gloves, suncreen
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