LETTERS From CAMP Rehoboth |
SCAC Seeks Volunteer Drivers |
The Sussex County AIDS Committee (SCAC) is looking for volunteers to serve in its transportation program for persons living with HIV infection or AIDS in Sussex County. The transportation program is one of the services most used by SCAC clients and is the one most dependent on volunteer efforts.
"In terms of square miles, Sussex County is one of the largest counties east of the Mississippi River," explains Carla Boynton, SCAC Transportation Coordinator. "SCAC serves clients throughout Sussex County, and for those clients without access to a car, getting to medical appointments can be very difficult. The program is simple: SCAC matches up volunteer drivers with clients who need a ride." In 1998, the program provided 364 rides to 41 different clients. SCAC volunteer drivers logged in more than 24,000 miles on the road last year. Volunteers need to be available during business hours, Monday through Friday. However, Boynton stresses that she works around everyones schedules. "Even if you are only available one day a week, we can use you!" Volunteers must provide their own cars as well, but will be reimbursed for mileage expenses. To learn more about volunteer opportunities in this program, call Carla Boynton at (302) 644-1090 or stop by the SCAC office at 107 South Street, Rehoboth Beach, DE. |
LETTERS From CAMP Rehoboth, Vol. 9, No. 2, March 12, 1999 |