CARIBOU, Maine — County Ride, a program of Aroostook Mental Health Services Inc., is seeking volunteer drivers to provide rides to eligible community members who require transportation to and from needed community resources and social activities.
“The most important qualifications we ask of our volunteer drivers is that they offer a safe, friendly, and respectable atmosphere while providing transportation in a reliable vehicle,” said Theresa Shaw, AMHC transportation coordinator.
“This is a perfect way for individuals who have a few hours of spare time each week to help others and make some extra income at the same time,” Shaw said.
Drivers receive income through non-taxable mileage reimbursement. They also have flexibility in the days and times they choose to help individuals.
According to one user named Helen, “County Ride is basically a lifesaver for me. I don’t have any other way to get rides and it helps me financially.”
Margaret said, “I use County Ride a lot. I very, very much appreciate having County Ride to rely on.”
Anyone interested in helping may contact Shaw at 207-492-1379 or by email at tshaw@amhc.org to learn more about how to make a difference in your community.
Celebrating more than 55 years, AMHC is a nonprofit organization supporting nearly 6,000 clients annually. The agency has 26 service sites and 325 employees located across Aroostook, Washington, and Hancock counties providing mental health, substance use, crisis, sexual assault services and brain injury services (Aroostook County).
For more information, connect with AMHC at www.amhc.org.
Submitted by Aroostook Mental Health Services Inc.
