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Review for Bering Omega Community Services, Houston, TX, USA

Rating: 5 stars  

I have been volunteering at Bering Omega adult treatment center for about 5 months. It is one of the most rewarding and fun volunteer jobs I have ever had. I have been a volunteer in various capacities for organizations in Houston for 30 years and this is one of the best jobs ever. I feel that my time and energy is put to good use and I look forward to going every week. The program is well organized and planned.

I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

I really enjoy encouraging the clients to participate in the activities. It is especially rewarding to see them encourage each other and care for each other. Clients come from a wide variety of backgrounds, so it is interesting to see the different approaches and ideas expressed. They truly are a supportive community as evidenced by the recent death of a client.

If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

Really cannot think of a thing I would change except get them more funding so they can do all of the things they would like to do.

Would you volunteer for this group again?

Definitely

For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?

A lot

Did the organization use your time wisely?

Very Well

Would you recommend this group to a friend?

Definitely

What one change could this group make that would improve your volunteer experience?

can't think of anything

Did your volunteer experience have an effect on you? (teaching you a new skill, or introducing new friends, etc.)

many new friends

How did this volunteer experience make you feel?

Like my time and efforts make a difference

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2011

Role:  Volunteer & I assist with the planned activities for each day I am there.