Breaking Free is a program that works with mothers and children who are looking for assistance in breaking the cycle of domestic violence and moving forward with their lives. The Breaking Free Children's Program works to help these vulnerable children cope with their experiences. Using a pre-approved curriculum and under the guidance of Family Service staff, volunteers lead group discussions with children of various ages about what domestic violence is and how to cope with it in their lives. The group meets for three hours, one night per week for ten weeks at a confidential location. Training is provided.

We are looking for caring and sensitive individuals who are comfortable working with children who have experienced trauma or domestic violence and who can work with diverse populations. Volunteers must be willing to commit three hours a week for 10 weeks, October 13 through December 15, 2008. The group meets on Mondays from 5:30 -8:30 p.m. Due to the sensitive nature of the opportunity, volunteers will be screened and must pass criminal and child abuse background checks.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Family Service of Central Indiana

We need volunteers who are free at these times

Evenings Weekly

This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers

Adults (26-54) Individual Adults (55+) Young Adults (18-25)

Upcoming Dates:

Date Time # volunteers requested   Oct 13, 2008 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM 10   Oct 20, 2008 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM 10   Oct 27, 2008 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM 10

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Contact Person:
Mindi Goodpaster, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email)

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Address:

throughout greater Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN 46204 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.family-service-inc.org