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allisonK

April 8, 2013

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December 8, 2011

Driving for Neighbor Ride is a wonderful way to "pay it forward." I joined as a way of helping local seniors because my aging parents live over 200 miles away and I can't help them with their transpo... more

April 8, 2013

I live far away from my parents and my husband's parents and therefore don't have a chance to help them with transportation, etc. When I learned about Neighbor Ride I thought it was a perfect solution to my situation...I can't help the seniors in my family but I can help seniors where I live. It has been a most rewarding experience...to help people who can no longer drive is a beautiful thing. People are so appreciative and grateful to have a little independence that rides provide.
Also, from a practical perspective, it is terrific to be able to schedule rides when convenient for me and not to have to make a commitment for a set schedule. I look at my calendar each week and then decide what ride requests fit my schedule. The online scheduling is quick and easy, too. All in all Neighbor Ride has been a wonderful fit for me and the passengers ALWAYS appreciate the rides.

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A lot

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Very Well

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Definitely

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2013

December 8, 2011

Driving for Neighbor Ride is a wonderful way to "pay it forward." I joined as a way of helping local seniors because my aging parents live over 200 miles away and I can't help them with their transportation needs. It is a variation of "if you're not near the one you love, love the one you're near" and I'm hoping in the great cosmic scheme of things, it all balances out. All of my passengers are genuinely appreciative of the drivers, it is very satisfying. Allison K

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A lot

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Very Well

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Definitely

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2011

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abehollander

April 8, 2013

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April 8, 2013

I've enjoyed my 3-and-counting years as a volunteer driver for NeighborRide. The communication system is easy to understand, and it's quick, enabling me to volunteer for a ride, or decline one that's been suggested for me. I've had rare situations where I've needed to contact someone right away about a problem, and the folks working the phone are great. That's the boring, inside stuff.

But giving rides to people who need them, and enjoying the companionship, stories, and commeraderie is what it's really about. Sometimes my young sons accompany me, and they get a lot out of it too. The day my 12-year old was able to carry a box of homecooked meals for an elderly woman going to a church to feed OTHER less-advantaged people was eye-opening for him. It was a glimpse at people who need help who are also ABLE to help others. He felt so good to be able to help her, and he appreciated seeing first-hand how many layers there are to service.

You can't teach that in school.

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2013

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JimArney

April 8, 2013
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April 8, 2013
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Volunteers drive seniors. In our suburban locale, our senior clients face isolation and inability to access needed services unless they drive, or are driven. As a volunteer driver, I feel very appreciated by our clients. We frequently go to medical facilities. Some clients do have cars, but are wise enough to recognize that infirmities, such as failing eyesight or weak legs. make them unsafe/unsteady drivers. Our Neighbor Ride drivers provide these clients with access to the services they need, and at the same time we avoid having an unsteady driver on our roads.
Neighbor Ride provides exemplary support to volunteers such as myself. We are trained, and given annual refresher training. We are kept informed through regular communications. We are very much in control of when we volunteer, and are provided a very convenient web access. I am a volunteer with several other organizations, all of which are very fine. But none is as great as Neighbor Ride in its support to volunteers and its dedicated service to its clients.

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Life-changing

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Very Well

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Definitely

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2013

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Judi H.

April 8, 2013

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April 8, 2013

I started volunteering two years ago when I became an empty nester. Driving is a wonderful way for me to give to my community while meeting new and interesting people. I enjoy getting to know my passengers and see the world through their eyes. It's a win/win for all!

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2013

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frizliz

April 8, 2013

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April 8, 2013

I volunteer with Neighbor Ride as my way of honoring my mom who passed away several years ago. She needed rides to doctor appts and had to rely on friends and family because there was no organization like Neighbor Ride in my hometown. I lived far away and could not help out, so I volunteer knowing that I am helping another family that is looking to keep their senior active and independent. It is a great organization to volunteer for.

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2013

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Jill21

April 8, 2013

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June 6, 2012

The people I drive are always so grateful, and happy that they can stay in their own home. I have a couple of customers who are becoming friends, and I enjoy meeting new people when I drive. more

April 8, 2013

I love driving for Neighbor Ride! The seniors are so grateful to the drivers, and I have met some lovely people.

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2013

June 6, 2012

The people I drive are always so grateful, and happy that they can stay in their own home. I have a couple of customers who are becoming friends, and I enjoy meeting new people when I drive.

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Life-changing

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Very Well

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Definitely

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2012

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inesgperez

April 8, 2013

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April 8, 2013

I have been with Neighbor Ride for just a few months. I have been doing about one ride per week. I have been amazed at how well the program is run. I am so grateful for the opportunity to meet such sweet and wonderful people. Every client that I have driven has left me with a wonderful memory, each one is a very special person. Thank you Neighbor ride for giving me the opportunity to meet them.
Ines G Perez

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2013

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rod526

April 8, 2013

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April 8, 2013

I have driven for Neighbor Ride for slight over one year. I came to the organization to fulfill a social work assignment for a training program that I was in. However, it did not take long for me to realize that this was not going to be a one-time assignment but rather something that I wanted to do. I soon felt that through Neighbor Ride I was becoming a vital part of the community. I was meeting a definite need for many of the residents in the area. I have met some of the most interesting and, in their own way, exciting people while driving them to appointments. By meeting their needs, I found that I am also meeting personal needs as well. I feel that I am contributing to the wellbeing and happiness of people that would otherwise have a world bound by the walls of their home. Talking to people as we drive to and from various locations helps me to see the contribution that I, Neighbor Ride and these people all combine to make to the well-being of this neighborhood. I am no longer seeing Neighbor Ride as an assignment for a class but rather something that I do and will continue to do that enriches my life as well as our clients' lives. I believe that the impact of Neighbor Ride begins with our clients but spiders out into the lives that touch them as well,

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A lot

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Very Well

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2013

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bill.blatt

April 5, 2013

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December 8, 2011

I volunteer in many capacities, but Neighbor Ride is by far the most enjoyable and satisfying. The work is rewarding for me on many levels, and the clients I transport are truly appreciative. No mat... more

April 5, 2013

I love my volunteer gig with Neighbor Ride! I get the personal reward of helping home-bound seniors get out of their homes for appointments, shopping, or social outings. This is huge, as isolation is a major problem for seniors who cannot drive, and it really makes me feel good to know I'm helping. Bonus #1 - I can participate as little or as much as my schedule allows - I pick the exact rides and times that work for me. Bonus #2 - I meet some of the most interesting people - I've given rides to presidential speechwriters, inventors, authors, artists, pretty much everyone I meet has an interesting story to share about their life!

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A lot

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Very Well

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Definitely

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2013

December 8, 2011

I volunteer in many capacities, but Neighbor Ride is by far the most enjoyable and satisfying. The work is rewarding for me on many levels, and the clients I transport are truly appreciative. No matter what your workload or schedule, it is delightfully easy to find driver assignments that fit. I strongly recommend Neighbor Ride if you are looking for a way to give back to the community but are unable to commit to a fixed schedule.

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A lot

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Very Well

Would you recommend this group to a friend?

Definitely

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2011

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cjroeder

October 16, 2012
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June 9, 2012

Almost 5 years ago, i decided that although I couldn't help my out-of state- mother with her transportation needs, I could help someone's parent. NeighborRide has allowed me to do that, and much more... more

October 16, 2012
1 person found this review helpful

My husband & I have driven for NeighborRide for almost 6 years. I know that providing transportation allows seniors to remain independent longer, but what I love most is the interesting people that I meet. I am always enriched by the seniors that I drive and it's a privilege to serve them.

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When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2012

June 9, 2012

Almost 5 years ago, i decided that although I couldn't help my out-of state- mother with her transportation needs, I could help someone's parent. NeighborRide has allowed me to do that, and much more. The riders are so interesting with such varied life stories and experiences. It has truly been an enriching experience to hear them and to learn lessons about aging gracefully. I've also learned the location of almost all of the senior housing in HoCo. Now if there were only a similar service in my mom's town....

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A lot

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Very Well

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Definitely

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2012

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