Join Our Team to Make a Difference to Community Members in Need Saturday, April 25 from 7 a.m. - until.Report site to be announced to volunteer registrants - Greater Columbia Area
This month COR will focus on providing home repairs to homeowners in need. Volunteer adults and teens from churches, schools, civic groups and companies will come together to make repairs and modifications at no charge. Repairs may include:
Wheelchair ramp and grab bars
Smoke detectors and floors
Roofs and walls
Painting and windows
Plumbing and electrical
Since Home Works began in 1996, more than 1,000 homeowners have received home repairs and modifications sparking community revitalization. To that, more than 14,000 teen and adult volunteers have joined together in fellowship, eliminating prejudices and misconceptions. Youths from middle school, high school, college and juvenile arbitration programs learn carpentry, home repairs, social skills and deepen their faith.
Home Works maintains collaborative efforts with local service organizations, city, state and government agencies and serves Georgia. Louisiana, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Zorritos - Peru and South Carolina.
The mission of Home Works is to show God's love for all through service to others and to assist others in their faith journeys. Home Works activities will focus on providing home repairs to homeowners in need, assisting youth in their development, and empowering communities to meet the needs of their members. Home Works activities are conducted with an ecumenical spirit and with thanks to God for miracle after miracle. Individuals of all faith backgrounds are invited to join and share in this service to others.
FAQs (More Q&A here:
http://www.homeworksofamerica.org/get_involved/volunteer_frequently_asked_questions/ )
What if I have little or no experience in home repair?
As long as you come willing to help, you will have no trouble jumping into projects. There is plenty to do and while it's hard work-it's also a lot of fun! There will be more experienced trouble shooters at each site to supervise, instruct, and help.
What about safety?
Every worksite has a First Aid kit, cell phones and/or walkie talkies, safety goggles, gloves, and snacks. Participants must sign a medical release form. Medical facilities are a short distance from every site.
One-Day Blitz Helpful Hints
* Signed Release Forms and Volunteer Application are required when you arrive at the site:
http://www.homeworksofamerica.org/public/files/docs/Adult_One_Day_Blitz_6-02-09.pdf* Arrive at your respective home at 7:00 a.m.
* Wear work clothes, tee shirt, shorts and sneakers or work shoes.
* Bring insect repellent, sunscreen and hat.
* Determine whether you are current with regards to your tetanus shot.
* Lunch, snacks, water and Gatorade are provided.
* If possible bring safety glasses, gloves, and paint brushes.
* If you bring any tools, please label them.
* No personal or portable music players or cell phone use at the home.
* Spend time, sit and chat with the residents of the home.
* A $25 donation per individual is requested, but not required.
COR Contacts:
Chuck LaMark (chucklamark@hotmail.com)
Eric Roberts (eroberts@uway.org)
Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=71613985734
Please join your fellow COR members for a complimentary cup of joe Wednesday, april 15, 2009 from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. at Immaculate Consumption (933 Main Street).
other members of Columbia's "Creative Class." Let's get out there and do something - together!
