Volunteer Opportunity Details:

This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of women and children of domestic violence. Statistics show that a woman will return to an abusive situation an average of seven (7) times before she breaks free of the cycle of abuse. You have an opportunity to help provide support, encouragement and resources to victims of domestic violence to help ease their transition to live a life free from abuse.

Volunteers must be at least 18 years old. They must fill out a Volunteer Application, undergo a background check and go through a training on the cycle of domestic violence. All Volunteer Applicants must be non-judgmental.

This opportunity is sponsored by: IFiT:individuals & Families In Transition

Volunteers will work with the following groups Abused / Battered Men Adolescents (13-17) Minorities Adults (26-54) Older Adults (55+) Children (5-12) Students Families / Parents Women Homeless Young Adults (18-25) Low-income / Poverty We need volunteers who are free at these times Occasional This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Adults (26-54) Small Group (2-10) Adults (55+) Unpaid Interns Court-appointed Young Adults (18-25) Individual This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests Advocacy & Human Rights Emergency Services Children & Youth Family Violence Domestic Violence Homelessness Elder Abuse Women's We are looking for volunteers with the following skills Advocacy Computer / Internet Services

Contact Person: Vanessa Kelleybrew, Executive Director, (phone), (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

101 E. Hively Avenue Elkhart, IN 46517 (See a map)

Directions:

iFiT is located on the corner of Prairie and Hively Avenue.

Web Site: http://www.familyserviceselkhart.com

Last updated on October 12, 2009