Agency: UCP Wheels for Humanity

Description: Once every month L.A. Works volunteers work
together with Wheels for Humanity staff to refurbish used wheelchairs for delivery to children and adults in developing countries. Volunteers help organize parts, refurbish wheelchairs, and assist with packing, labeling and loading completed wheelchairs for shipment. Wheels for Humanity receives donated wheelchairs on a daily basis from individuals, hospitals, and medical supply companies.

UCP Wheels for Humanity is a non-profit organization working to refurbish donated wheelchairs and hand-fit them for children and adults with disabilities in developing countries.

Special Note: Volunteers will be working in a warehouse - please wear closed-toe shoes and appropriate clothing.

Volunteers should bring a sack lunch. Wheels for Humanity provides drinks and light snacks.

Age Requirement: Volunteers for this project must be 14 years of age.

Minors: Any volunteer under the age of 18 will need to bring and have signed by a parent/guardian a Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors.

Accessibility: L.A. Works firmly believes that we strengthen the social fabric of our community by involving all in service. If you feel you need accommodations to participate in this project please email us at info@laworks.com.

* This project is managed by L.A. Works for our nonprofit partner and is led by a trained volunteer Project Leader. L.A. Works is a nonprofit, volunteer action center that creates and implements hands-on community service projects throughout the greater Los Angeles area.

Impact Areas: Health & Wellness: Disability Services

Interests: The interests recommended for this project are:
People Living with Disabilities

Skills: There are no skills specified for this project.