Neighbors Driving Neighbors to organize an orientation for volunteers

MOUNT VERNON – Neighbors Driving Neighbors is looking for volunteers to become drivers for the non-profit organization.

Serving the cities of Belgrade, Fayette, Mount Vernon, Rome and Vienna, the organization connects drivers with residents who need transportation to medical appointments, grocery shopping and other places. ‘other races.

References and a background check are required for new drivers, as well as participation in a two-hour orientation.

The next volunteer driver orientation is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Tuesday, September 28 in Mount Vernon. The orientation location will be provided once applicants have registered. For more information and to obtain a volunteer application, contact the hike coordinator Misty Beck at 207-860-0677 or [email protected].

The organization has been providing free transportation services to its neighbors since 2015. Volunteer drivers volunteer their time and use their own cars for transportation. All drivers are vaccinated and follow COVID protection protocols such as wearing a mask, good air circulation in the vehicle, and asking the driver to sit in the back seat.

The organization will provide transportation to anyone of any age or income status, as long as the rider is vaccinated or needs a ride to get vaccinated. The organization also picks up and delivers prepaid grocery and pharmacy orders for people in its service area.

Those requiring transportation can use the contact details above to schedule a welcome. Transportation destinations include Augusta, Waterville, Winthrop, and Farmington – anywhere within 35 miles of the resident’s home.