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sookie951
Review for Professional Animal Retirement Center, Albion, IN, USA
I visited off season last year for my birthday and based on the atmosphere and hearing why many of the animals had been placed here I immediately inquired about volunteering. Shortly after that I met with the director and have been hooked ever since. I drive almost an hour to get there. I work late nights at my job yet look forward to going in to volunteer each week even though Im tired. I started in the middle of winter yet dont mind working there in freezing temperatures or sweltering heat. Thats the unbelievable part. Everyone does it and gives their all for those animals. We truly love and care for them. When one gets sick or injured we worry as if its a family member. Alot ofbyloodsweat and tears is collectively put into our sanctuary.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Expand. More land and more habitats. They would benefit from increased public awareness via billboards, media and public appearances such as conventions or festivals. More outreach outside of the local area to attract new visitors.
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?
Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
Did your volunteer experience have an effect on you? (teaching you a new skill, or introducing new friends, etc.)
its humbling. I have learned to put someone elses needs before my own . I find I dont mind making personal sacrifices to be able to help the animals. I have developed sort of an ambassador role on my own .Always talking up the sanctuary and sharing photos and stories about the animals. Promoting special events and fundraisers etc
How did this volunteer experience make you feel?
Proud to be a part of such an amazing, dedicated and respected crew.
