Introduction

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Volunteer Driver Training Program
    Welcome / Introduction
    Who Are We Serving,
    Who Are We
    Challenges for Caregivers in
    Regards to Transportation
    Potential Challenges for
    Volunteer Drivers
     - Listening
     - Communication
     - Sensitivity
     - Preventing Agitation
     - Dealing with Agitation
     - Providing Physical Assistance
     - Boundaries
     - Safety Considerations for
       Volunteer Drivers
     - Emergency Procedures
   Transportation Specifics
   for Leaders
     - Risk Management
     - Insurance for Volunteers
     - Insurance and Liability
       Concerns
    Materials Needed to Teach
    Conclusion

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Who Are We Serving, Who Are We

We serve elderly, mild to moderately disabled, and those going through a difficult situation. We refer those we cannot transport to Metro Mobility and other metro transportation services that provide a broader range of services than those our volunteers can provide, i.e. In-wheelchair transportation.
The Volunteers are neighbors helping neighbors with a desire to reach out to those around them. Our volunteers are:

• Compassionate, caring people who share a commitment to helping others
• Male and female
• From all adult ages
• From all walks of life
• Sharing the same goal …. To make a positive contribution to someone else’s life.

Volunteers:

• Decide which services they will provide
• Tell us when, where and how often they will serve
• Find joy and satisfaction by putting their faith into action and serving others.