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Join UHP and other UC programs on Saturday, Nov. 16th 8 AM - 1 PM as we take part in Prepare Affair, one of the largest scale volunteer efforts in the tristate area, to clean the outside of the residences of community members who are elderly and living with disabilities. UHP will be grouped together, but collectively there will be over a hundred students/staff across the university joining this event.

• To participate:
  • Step 1: Review all pertinent information related to waivers, registration, transportation, and expectations here at volunteer.uc.edu.
  • Step 2: Register through volunteer.uc.edu to receive service hours
  • Step 3: Register through GetInvolvedUC, so that we have a complete list of UHP attendees.
• Please complete all 3 steps to ensure a smooth experience Nov. 16th.

Event Details UC's Center for Community Engagement: 

Description

Students will be volunteering with People Working Cooperatively's annual Prepare Affair, a large-scale clean-up event to assist homeowners in the community who are elderly and living with disabilities. Students can expect to rake leaves and clean gutters. This is a great opportunity to give back and instantly make a positive, lasting impact on the lives of our neighbors in need. Visit People Working Cooperatively's website to learn about their mission and how they strengthen the community. Transportation is provided to and from this service opportunity! You must fill out People Working Cooperatively's volunteer waiver prior to volunteering. This will take ~one minute to complete. If you are interested in serving as a team lead, please complete our Team Lead Interest Form. 

Day-Of Schedule: What to Expect!

8:00-8:30 AM: Arrive at Arts & Sciences Hall Auditorium. You are part of a larger community event with over 700 participants, and 250 UC students are expected to volunteer. Please be on time! Check in, get your group assignment and the name of your team leader.

8:30 AM: Welcome & introductions from PWC Executive Director.

8:45-9:00 AM: Pick up a rake or yard waste bags, find your team leader. Board buses with your team at University Circle. Buses will depart for your assigned neighborhood. Your group has been assigned 3-4 homes. You may be dropped off at your exact location, or you may need to walk a short distance. Your team leader will have the addresses and will be responsible for guiding you from home to home. *Your drop-off location will also be where you are picked up.*

9:00-9:15 AM: Bus ride to service sites.

9:15-11:30 AM: Serve our community!

11:30 AM-12:00 PM: Project wrap-up. Finish bagging up leaves and complete any unfinished tasks. If the walk back to your pick-up site is long, consider wrapping up earlier. 

~12:00 PM: Pick up from assigned neighborhood. Depart for campus.

12:15 PM: Return to campus.

12:15-1:00 PM: Drop off tools and unused lawn waste bags on campus.  

Friendly Reminders!

• Dress for the weather. Wear warm, layered clothing and close-toed shoes. You may consider bringing a waterproof jacket/coat if the forecast calls for light rain. You can leave unneeded items on the bus. 
• Seeing as you are volunteering on private residences, access to restrooms will be limited. Please plan accordingly. 
• Work gloves are not necessary. Consider wearing winter/cold-weather gloves and hats for warmth if possible.
• Bring snacks and a water bottle if necessary.