Volunteer: Making Friends, Changing LivesThe Compeer Program reflects the belief that a caring, compassionate volunteer's friendship and support help to offset the loneliness and fear experienced by those with mental illness. The rewards of Compeer are many, including a sense of satisfaction and opportunities for personal growth for the volunteer, as well as reducing the stigma of mental illness. The movie "The Soloist" is a classic example of that! Agency: SouthCoast COMPEER At UMass Dartmouth The Compeer Program reflects the belief that a caring, compassionate volunteer's friendship and support help to offset the loneliness and fear experienced by those with mental illness. The rewards of Compeer are many, including a sense of satisfaction and opportunities for personal growth for the volunteer, as well as reducing the stigma of mental illness. The movie "The Soloist" is a classic example of that! Agency: SouthCoast COMPEER At UMass Dartmouth Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 02747 Allow Groups: No |