Everyone Has a Role to Play

[LIBERTY] Sullivan 180 will kick off an exciting season of grassroots community engagement with their Volunteer and Community Health Champion Orientation on January 31, from 6:00-7:30 pm at the CVI Building at 1 Cablevision Center Drive, Liberty.

Sullivan 180 is seeking volunteers to help with their mission to build a healthy community, one degree at a time, through people, places and policy. Individuals can become a Sullivan 180 Volunteer, a Community Health Champion, or work with a Sullivan 180 project in the community.

“Volunteering is a way to stay connected to our communities; from the people in them, to the places within them,” said Anne-Louise Scandariato, Sullivan 180 Volunteer Director of Community Engagement. “The gift of time and talent serving others is healthy, exciting and can lift our spirits.”

Opportunities are matched to an individual’s skills, interests, and availability. These include beautifying schools and public spaces; teaching workshops; leading health and wellness programs; and outreach support. Everyone has a role to play. Discover how your talents and passion can help make Sullivan County a healthier place to live, learn, work, and play.

"I was born and raised in Monticello and it feels good to give back.” shared Diane Moss, Sullivan 180 Volunteer. “I enjoy working with everyone involved. I volunteer because I want to make a difference where I live.”

Research from the Corporation for National and Community Service indicates volunteering enables those participating to broaden social networks, enhance mental well-being, lower blood pressure, increase physical activity and reduce stress.

The orientation is also a chance to get to know Sullivan 180, meet the staff and learn about initiatives, projects, workshops, and community service opportunities. If you are unsure, stop in to find out more.

Pre-registration for this free event is requested at Sullivan180.org or by calling the office at 845-295-2680.

Sullivan 180 is working to build a healthy community, one degree at a time, through people, places and policy with support from Bold Gold Media Group, The River Reporter, The Sullivan County Democrat, Manor Ink and WJFF Radio Catskill.