* Feel needed and important

 * Decrease feelings of loneliness and boredom

 * Achieve a sense of power, control and recognition

 * Work on self-improvement and develop skills

 * Become motivated

 * Increase self-esteem and self-confidence

 * Learn about the community

 * Became a part of the community

 * Establish community supports and peer relationships

 * Have fun

 * Network with nondisabled people

 * Make friends

 * Use personal skills and experience in a meaningful way

 * Give back to the community by helping others

 * Develop a daily routine that helps with work readiness

 * Achieve personal goals, earn school credit and explore career

opportunities

Possible volunteer roles for people with disabilities

clerical (folding, sorting, labeling, stapling, stuffing envelopes)

receptionist

activity assistant (recreation, art, afterschool program)

tutor

carrier ( interagency mail/special deliveries)

packing

stacking

assembly work

cleaning

laundry

distributing flyers/ posters

Possible roles for individuals volunteering to work with

* companion

* mentor

* peer/friend

* community partner

* assist with the development of personal recreation interests and routines

* help to increase individual’s knowledge and participation in community

programs

* help individuals to establish community connections