Council
on Rural Services...
Volunteers
needed to help local
pre-schoolers learn dental hygiene
A
beautiful smile not only enables a
person to eat and speak properly, but it also builds stronger
self-confidence. Too
often, however, we
don’t realize the devastating effects of not caring for our teeth
before it is
too late. “Preventing dental disease before it occurs is our focus. Left untreated, cavities
can cause infection
which can impact a child’s health and future,” said Linda
Primrose-Barker,
Health and Disabilities Manager. “We
need to make a difference in children’s lives now by teaching them good
oral
health practices that last a lifetime.”
Council
on Rural Services needs
volunteers who are passionate about improving the oral health of local
preschool
children and their families. Volunteers
will educate parents about the effects of drinking sweetened drinks,
leading
discussions about these drinks’ impact on both oral and overall health
in
children. This
position is available for
volunteers who are at least 18 years of age, and a very flexible
schedule is
available to those willing to serve at least two hours per month. Individuals should be able
to work with a
diverse population, have good presentation skills, and demonstrate a
working
knowledge of oral health care practices.
Certification in approved dental studies is
preferred, although not
required. Volunteers
should also
practice good oral hygiene personally.
To
learn more about this volunteer
opportunity or other opportunities within our community, please contact
HandsOn
West Central Ohio at (937) 548-8002, ext. 211, or visit
www.handsonwestcentralohio.org. HandsOn West Central Ohio, including
Retired
and Senior Volunteer Program, is a program of Council on Rural
Services. This
program receives funding from Darke County United Way, Corporation for
National
Service, Area Agency on Aging, PSA2, and the Darke County HOPE
Foundation.
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