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Todd Silber
Handy Capable

What he does: Todd Silber has been a faithful volunteer with the Handy Capable Network for about three years. He uses his training as an IT specialist to repair and restore computers for Handy Capable.
After graduating from a local IT program, Silber was looking for a way to put his skills to practical use. He wanted some hands-on experience while looking for a full-time position. He found that the mission and work of Handy Capable Network would be perfect.
Handy Capable collects computers that would otherwise be in landfills and trains people with disabilities to perform hardware repairs and install software.
Silber is a trainer for Handy Capable and also repairs and restores computers. He uses his own car to pick up, deliver and set up computers.
What he tells others: “Volunteering here at Handy Capable has been quite enjoyable for me. I get to help out a great cause, and I get to put my skills to use in a work environment.”
For information on Handy Capable Network, call 209-7360.

This week’s opportunity
Reading Connections needs volunteers to assist with office duties, including answering phones, completing student-intake forms, scheduling appointments, preparing mail, making follow-up calls to clients and other general office duties as required. Office volunteers should be proficient in MS Word, Excel and Internet use for business purposes. Must maintain client confidentiality. Excellent communication and organization skills, solid work ethic and genuine desire to serve others are required. Sandra Flowers, 230-2223 or sflowers@readingconnections.org

LEARN MORE
Contact the Volunteer Center of Greensboro, 1500 Yanceyville St., Greensboro, NC 27405, 373-1633 or www.volunteergso.org.