The volunteer will provide safe and efficient transportation to and from a client’s destination(s), such as medical, therapy and social service appointments, grocery shopping, errands, or other needs. 
Responsibilities: 
Call client prior to pick up time to identify yourself and confirm the ride is still on as scheduled.
Assist client into and out of the vehicle (if necessary) by opening/closing the door, offering your arm for balance, handing them the seatbelt, and placing their walker or cane in backseat or trunk.
Wait for client while they are inside their destination or agree upon a time and place to return to pick them up. For clients with memory concerns, you may be asked by the Faith in Action office to remain with the client the entire time.   
Obey all traffic laws, including seat belt use for everyone in the vehicle.
Report any change in the condition of the client to the Faith in Action coordinator, such as mobility or memory concerns.
Call the Faith in Action office as soon as possible if you are unable to keep an appointment for any reason.

 

Faith in Action for Cass County is a 501(c)3, non-profit, charitable organization and also a local collaborative effort among faith communities, community agencies, donors and individuals with gifts of service.
FIA does not Charge for services, although donations are accepted with gratitude. Income does not determine eligibility, yet we strive to assist those who lack other resources.

FIA provides non-medical, neighborly assistance to older adults, adults with disabilities and others experiencing difficult circumstances.
We arrange neighbors help with meal delivery, respite, friendly visiting, phone reassurance, transportation, minor home repair, ramp building & other household chores. FIA invites you to consider joining us in our mission of service. Everyone has gifts and talents to bring, regardless of age, income or disability.