Volunteers play a vital role in every aspect of our operation at Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired. They support the mission and vision of our organization. They extend the reach of our talented staff. And, they touch the lives of our consumers with many positive contributions and selfless compassion.

Get involved… be a volunteer!

You can assist in helping Clovernook fulfill our mission, “ To promote independence and foster the highest quality of life for people with visual impairments, including those with additional disabilities.” Look below for more ways that you can make a difference at Clovernook.

Transportation

Transport individuals to and from medical appointments, meetings, activities, shopping, and occasionally the bus station or airport. This may involve picking up the individual at Clovernook or at the individual's home. Clovernook has vehicle(s) available or use your own car and Clovernook will reimburse you for mileage.

One-to-One

This volunteer role involves a one-to-one relationship with a blind or visually impaired person. It includes companionship, recreational activities, and developing a trusting relationship.

Reader

Some individuals need sighted assistance to read mail (or write letters to sighted family, friends, or businesses), label household items, and assist them in Brailing directions or other materials, which are typically only available in print. This may also include reading materials onto tape for those who do not read Braille.

Copyholder

Works in our Braille production facility reading print copy with a blind person who checks the Braille copy for accuracy. This is a regularly scheduled position generally 1/2 day or 1 day per week.

Volunteers have many talents and interests. Music lessons, aerobics, swimming, cooking, arts and crafts, bicycling - you tell us what your interests are. We will try to match you with a client who has the same interests or get you involved in Clovernook's work in a way that utilizes your unique talents and skills.

Eye Care Provider Outreach Program

Clovernook is in need of volunteers to meet with the office manager, staff or physicians at assigned offices.  Volunteers must be outgoing, professional and willing to discuss Low Vision Services offered at Clovernook and the benefits their patients will receive.  Volunteers will receive gas cards to help reimburse gas usage, Clovernook logo wear, tracking materials and Clovernook brochures to distribute.  Each volunteer interested will receive training by the Manager of Vision Rehabilitation Services.  This is a grant supported program made possible by funding provided by the Thomas S. and Dorothy H. Spivey Memorial Fund, a field of interest fund of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation.

For more information fill out our Volunteer Interest form below or contact:

Volunteer Interest Form

I am interested in making a difference at Clovernook by volunteering! Please complete the form below.

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