[humanser] Seeking info on completing my first community outreachevent

[Quinto Sanchez]

Hi Angelina,

You can do it but, I think in this type of setting a laptop is necessary so 
that you can write your notes. Be sure that you review the forms that they 
will be filling out so that you can understand what they are asking if they 
have any questions about what their filling  out. I wouldn't worry so much 
about loosing the person you're working with b/c if you are noticeably VI 
then they are more likely to be considerate not to walk off on you. You can 
also build rapport with them at the beginning, and let them know in a 
playful manner so that they won't feel uncomfortable....  "ok just don't 
walk away from me because I won't find you" or something like that to where 
they know that you are visually impaired right from the start. With them 
knowing that you are VI from the start will more likely lead them to be more 
cooperative with you. Hopefully these tips help you.

Quinto

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From: "Anjelina Cruz" <anjelinac26 at gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, September 03, 2013 2:47 PM
To: <humanser at nfbnet.org>
Subject: [humanser] Seeking info on completing my first community 
outreachevent

> Good afternoon,
> I hope everyone is doing well. For anyone who has experiences with
> large gatherings and community events, I need a boost of confidents or
> honest observations of challenges you may have faced in large
> settings.
> I'm in my last semester toward a bachelors of social Work degree which
> requires completing an internship. In a few weeks I'll be one of many
> ambassadors at a community event for homeless people. Homeless Project
> Connect brings together as many services possible for a person who is
> homeless with the end goal of finding them the help they may need.
> The event will be held in a large complex on two floors with booths
> and tables. As an ambassador we are asked to write down information
> about the person in a designated folder as they go throughout the
> process of obtaining the specific services they need. For instance, if
> they need a birth certificate, I will be responsible for walking with
> them to the Vital Statistics table as well as helping them fill out
> the information form at Vital Stats.
>
> As long as I could have the forms sent to me in an electronic form,
> I've considered using my laptop; however my battery does not hold a
> charge very well. How would you handle this type of situation?  I
> don't mind asking questions to find specific tables, but what if my
> client walks away from me and I can't find him or her?
> Since everyone will be writing notes on each person they assist,
> information they requested, observations about the person, or
> questions the person may have so the coordinator can follow up with
> each client, how could I effectively complete this task?
>
> Thank you all for your input and advice.
> -- 
> Anjelina
>
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