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Here’s what it takes to be a good neighbor...
The basic requirements are simple. Volunteers must be:
- 18 years of age or older.
- In good physical health.
- Of sound moral character.
There are some "givens" too. You should be:
- Caring and community minded.
- A team player.
- The type of person who enjoys a challenge, who likes to learn and acquire new skills.
...and here are the rewards.
Some things are worth more than money and stay with you longer. Things like:
Respect: From every member of your community.
Accomplishment: Train to be a firefighter or an EMS provider and you’ll develop knowledge and skills few can claim.
Friendship: Some of your strongest social ties you’ll ever make will be with your brother and sister volunteers...people who share your commitment and ideals.
Some frequently asked questions about volunteering …
Q: How much time does it take to be a volunteer?
A: Only 6 hours per week. Many volunteers enjoy putting in more.
Q: What will my training cost?
A: It will cost you nothing. Thousands of dollars of valuable career training will be made available to you free of charge.
Q: How long will it be before I can make a genuine contribution?
A: Immediately. And your responsibilities will increase as you gain experience and training.
Q: Will I have any out-of-pocket costs?
A: No. Your uniform, equipment – even your annual physical – will be provided for free.
Q: How do I get started?
A: To apply for membership, visit our Headquarters at 1111 Osborne Ave, Riverhead or call us at (631)727-1686
or Simply Click here to apply online!
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