In his work as a benefits consultant with McGriff Insurance Services, Matt Davis is enthusiastic about helping his clients select the best policy to help them access the benefits they need. Similarly, he finds his volunteer work at SOAR365 rewarding because he sees how individuals with disabilities are connected with programs and services that help them...
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Dr. Ming Han Cha Connects with the SOAR365 Community
It’s no secret that a doctor’s life can be demanding, hectic and stressful – particularly during the early stages of medical practice. But Dr. Ming Han Cha, a physician who is beginning his career as an Internal Medicine Specialist at Southside Regional Medical Center in Petersburg, has found time to volunteer at SOAR365 and says the experience is...
Pamela Travis and The Wounded Warriors Project
Pamela Travis is always on the lookout for volunteer opportunities that will engage veterans in Richmond’s Wounded Warrior Project. As one of the Peer Support Group Leaders for this group, she found an ideal match with SOAR365 and Camp Baker in Chesterfield County. “Wounded Warrior veterans have all experienced some degree of disability or injury...
Meet NGC Member Ian Young!
In his job as Program Assistant at The Autism Society of Central Virginia, and as a self-advocate for the organization, Ian Young is well aware of the challenges faced by individuals with developmental disabilities. As a member of our Next Generation Council (NGC) for young professionals, he is determined to make a difference in the lives of those...
Olivia Wood and the “Charitable Chicks”
SOAR365 volunteer activities are key to supporting hundreds of clients with disabilities and connecting the community with our human services mission. And one dedicated volunteer recently described an additional benefit of getting involved with SOAR365. “During the painting project on the Martin Luther King holiday, I worked with volunteers with...
Meet RN Christian Ellis!
SOAR365 Summer Camp Medical VolunteerNever underestimate the power of helping hands. That’s according to Daniel Blair, a Registered Nurse in Day and Respite Services, in describing Christian Ellis, RN, and her contributions at Camp Baker this past summer. “It is always a huge help having extra medical hands,” he said. Christian provided 40 hours of nursing...
Meet Crystina Covington!
SOAR365 Fall Case Management InternBrightpoint Community College student Crystina Covington grew up just down the road from SOAR365’s Camp Baker facility. So when the time came to decide on a location for her Human Services Internship, she didn’t have to think twice. “I have been aware of the services offered by SOAR365 for a majority of my life and I have...
Meet HPEX Student Bonnie Smith!
SOAR365 Fall Respite & Day Services InternVCU senior Bonnie Smith is in the final stages of her undergraduate degree, pursuing a health sciences major and psychology minor. As a Richmond native, Bonnie has long been active in the local community, giving her time to a variety of organizations including CARITAS, Habitat for Humanity, Wounded Warriors, and...
Meet Caitlin McBride!
SOAR365 Adult Programs Gardening AssistantIf you were to ask Caitlin McBride how she first found out about volunteer opportunities with SOAR365, she might tell you that a little birdie showed her the way. To be exact, she was intrigued by our multi-colored crane logo as she drove by one day, and "when I researched the logo and read about SOAR365, I thought...
Meet Mary Pasco!
SOAR365 Adult Programs Support VolunteerFor many years, Mary Pasco has supported SOAR365 as a donor and advocate. As she considered options for deepening her relationship with the organization even further, volunteering seemed like the logical next step. "I took a tour of the Saunders facility in May and decided I'd like to assist in any way possible. I'm...