In my “down” time, I am making a point to keep a connection with my community. I’ll keep a running list of all the places I’ve volunteered while out of work, which can be found via the Where I’m Volunteering link on the right.
Below are the three places where I’ve given my time and efforts in the past couple of months.
- Capital Area Food Bank
There’s nothing quite like sorting food items. I think it feeds my love of process. But the best part of volunteering at CAFB is the immediate gratification of knowing exactly how many pounds of food your shift has sorted and how many lives that will help. - AGE Computer Lab
Previously known as the Austin Computer Learning Center, AGE (Austin Groups for the Elderly) Computer Lab is a place where older adults are exposed to technology. Classes cover everything from basic computer skills (literally…this is a mouse…this is a keyboard) to photojournalism and iPhone apps. I love serving as a coach there, helping the students to conduct the hands-on portion of the lesson. Their class structure with one coach to 2-3 learners (in addition to the instructor at the front of the room), really allows for complete understanding by all students. - Emancipet
As the proud mother of two furry sons (I met my husband at the dog park), I love having the opportunity to help out our furry community members. Empancipet, which provides low-cost veterinary services (primarily spaying and neutering), needed and office facelift. As a part of the group Karma Badgers, started by my friend Narissa Johnson, we removed the furniture, repainted the office, and generally spruced up the place. From what I understand, it was a wonderful surprise to the employees when they got in on Monday.
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