In passing, I thought list members would be interested in this service, which is administered the Greater Minneapolis Council of Churches. This is from their most recent e-mail newsletter:
Gregory Luce North Phillips (work) *************** HANDYWORKS RECRUITING WORKERS With winter in full swing, HandyWorks is recruiting both paid and volunteer workers to shovel snow for seniors living in Hennepin, Ramsey, and Anoka counties. HandyWorks helps seniors keep up their homes by matching them with others who can help with housekeeping, minor home repairs, and outdoor chores. Workers complete chores such as snow removal, lawn mowing, appliance repair, window replacement, and housecleaning. HandyWorks uses a network of both paid and volunteer workers but the population of people who need help is increasing faster than workers can be found. The end result is a growing waiting list of people who need help. Paid chore workers earn $10 to $12 an hour. "We would especially like to appeal to church youth and social justice groups who may be looking for a valuable volunteer opportunity or a way to raise cash for a special event or trip," said Katherine Panasuk, HandyWorks director. For more information, contact Katherine Panasuk at 612-721-8687, ext. 315. _______________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A Civil City Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe, Unsubscribe, Digest option, and more: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
