*Volunteers at BIND are such special people. Last year, alone, we were gifted with 2,620 volunteer hours, which is the equivalent of a full time employee working 40 hours a week. They are truly indispensable and we want them to know how thankful we are for them. They are heroes in championing our mission and supporting our cause. They help make a difference in the lives of BIND Members.
Every April we celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Month and it was a pleasure for me to have had the opportunity to interview just a few of the 40+ dedicated BIND volunteers.
Martha
- How did you get involved with BIND?
I met Valerie in rehab. I was her patient. She knew I was involved with arts and crafts and asked me to volunteer.
- Do you have any pets?
I have no pets except my husband, Kiver.
- What do you do to unwind?
I have been playing the piano since I was 3.
What members are saying about Martha:
-Her willingness to teach Art inspires me to be more creative.
-She brings the best out in me.
-She is a very good teacher and talented artist.
-She has a very good since of humor (she has to, to put up with all of us.).
Neeru
- How did you get involved with BIND?
I saw Yvette, Mark and Kevin do a presentation about BIND and loved it.
- Do you have any pets?
No, I do not.
- What do you do to unwind?
I like to read and watch T.V. a little.
What members are saying about Neeru:
- I really enjoy playing brain games with her. It is amazing how much effort she puts in to coming up with something new each week.
- She is just nice.
- She really gets into her work to help others.
- She is generous, talented, caring and sociable.
Emilie
- How did you get involved with BIND?
Medical Center Plano referred me here. I was an RN there for 50 years.
- Do you have any pets?
I don’t have any pets.
- What do you do to unwind?
Some of my favorite things are cooking, taking care of my herb garden, and watching T.V.
What members are saying about Emilie:
-She is smiling all the time.
-She is very helpful and goes above and beyond what needs to be done.
-She is a doll; she’s like the Mom that looks out for us all.
-She is kind, conscientious, and caring.
Karen
- How did you get involved with BIND?
I heard about BIND through the National Brain Tumor Society in Ft. Worth. I talked to members at a booth in the brain tumor support group. I starting volunteering after that.
- Do you have any pets?
I don’t but I have two grand dogs, which are corgi puppies, and are very, very cute.
- What do you do to unwind?
I enjoy quilting with my church, reading, and working out at the cancer fitness center with my husband.
What members are saying:
-She is very helpful and takes good care of us.
-She is very compassionate and just a nice lady.
-Big heart full of smiles.
-She fits in with all of us and relates well to everybody.
E.J.
- How did you get involved with BIND?
I am a student in Brightwood College and I got assigned to BIND to do my first field work.
- Do you have any pets?
No, but I used to have dogs.
- What do you do to unwind?
I watch movies, workout and play tennis every once in a while.
What members are saying:
-He brings such positive energy when he walks into the room.
-He does an outstanding job.
-He is a super nice guy.
-He is the most helpful young man I’ve ever seen.
This BLOG Post was Prepared by:
~Jenny, BIND Member
~With support from The Communications Unit
