Everyone can volunteer but not everyone is sure what they want to do or where their skills could be best utilized. That's where Volunteer Marin's One-on-One volunteer matchmaking program comes in to fill the gap and make the connection!
Whether you're overwhelmed by the number of volunteer opportunities, dislike using computers, or simply prefer to be guided along the process, meeting a matchmaker provides you with the opportunity to figure out what it is you really want to accomplish by volunteering. Do you want to save the environment, mentor an at-risk-youth, or perhaps work in an office setting to gain valuable skills?
Whatever it is you want to do, the matchmaking team keeps their eyes on the volunteer horizon and their ears to the ground, keeping up-to-date with the opportunities available in Marin County to make the perfect match for you. Volunteers should never be forced into positions that do not align with their skills and goals in mind!
The initial meeting with a matchmaker can take anywhere from 1-2 hours and matchmakers will continue to be volunteer advocates and resources long after your meeting. So what are you waiting for? If you're interested in meeting with a matchmaker, please call the Center for Volunteer and Nonprofit Leadership at 415-479-5710.
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Friday, October 29, 2010
Friday, October 15, 2010
An Earthquake Myth
CVNL is the Emergency Volunteer Center (EVC) for Marin County. If you're looking to volunteer or need volunteers before, during, or after a disaster, please contact the Center at (415) 479-5710. Please establish your own personal safety before attempting to help others.
What's your first thought when an earthquake strikes? Run to a doorway, right!? Think again. Unless you live in an unreinforced adobe home, the safest thing to do is drop, take cover under a table or similar object, and hold on.
The myth originates from when many houses were constructed primarily of adobe. Back then, the only part of the building left standing following an earthquake was the doorway! In most modern homes, the doorway is no stronger than any other part of the house and can often be more dangerous as the door swings wildly or people try to escape.
What to do in other situations:
In bed -- Stay there. Shield your head with a pillow unless you are under a heavy light fixture; in that case, move to the nearest point of shelter.
Outside -- Do not attempt to go inside. Get into an open space away from buildings, power lines, trees, or anything else that could potentially fall. Beware of entering structurally unsound buildings following an earthquake.
Driving -- Stop as quickly and as safely as possible. Avoid stopping under buildings, overpasses, or power lines. Following the earthquake, avoid driving on ramps, bridges, and unpassable roads.
Trapped under debris -- Do not light matches, move around, or kick up dust. Cover your mouth with cloth to avoid dust inhalation. Use a whistle if available to call for help, minimize yelling for help as it may cause dust inhalation, and tap on any nearby pipes to alert rescuers of your presence.
Sources:
State of CA - Dept. of Conservation
FEMA
What's your first thought when an earthquake strikes? Run to a doorway, right!? Think again. Unless you live in an unreinforced adobe home, the safest thing to do is drop, take cover under a table or similar object, and hold on.
The myth originates from when many houses were constructed primarily of adobe. Back then, the only part of the building left standing following an earthquake was the doorway! In most modern homes, the doorway is no stronger than any other part of the house and can often be more dangerous as the door swings wildly or people try to escape.
What to do in other situations:
In bed -- Stay there. Shield your head with a pillow unless you are under a heavy light fixture; in that case, move to the nearest point of shelter.
Outside -- Do not attempt to go inside. Get into an open space away from buildings, power lines, trees, or anything else that could potentially fall. Beware of entering structurally unsound buildings following an earthquake.
Driving -- Stop as quickly and as safely as possible. Avoid stopping under buildings, overpasses, or power lines. Following the earthquake, avoid driving on ramps, bridges, and unpassable roads.
Trapped under debris -- Do not light matches, move around, or kick up dust. Cover your mouth with cloth to avoid dust inhalation. Use a whistle if available to call for help, minimize yelling for help as it may cause dust inhalation, and tap on any nearby pipes to alert rescuers of your presence.
Sources:
State of CA - Dept. of Conservation
FEMA
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