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New volunteer coordinator at Christian Village

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[September 07, 2011]  Tara Sennett has been hired as director of volunteer services at The Christian Village. In her new role, she coordinates the activities of the 100-plus volunteers who serve in the nursing home every month.

Sennett has degrees from Illinois State University and Lincoln Christian Seminary. Most of her work experience has been in education, teaching high school math and substitute teaching.

Although Sennett is new to The Christian Village, she is not new to volunteerism. She has done volunteer work since her teenage years, when she was active in Girl Scouts and a youth group. She has continued to volunteer often since then, including continued affiliation with Girl Scouts and her church.

In her new position at The Christian Village, Sennett is seeking more volunteers to serve there.

"We need people to help with activities, host birthday parties, sew clothing protectors and make table centerpieces -- even change light bulbs," Sennett said. "We especially need volunteers to visit with residents, to read to them or to pray with them. We're looking for individuals to share their entertainment skills with the residents, whether it's musical ability, juggling, magic or dancing.

"Volunteers can serve any time of the day, but we really need those who can come in the evenings or on Saturdays, since most come on weekday mornings," she said. "We welcome volunteers of all ages. It's an ideal opportunity for home-school families.

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"Not only do volunteers bless the residents with their service, they themselves are blessed by the camaraderie here," Sennett added. "There's nothing like working together in service to bring people together."

Individuals or groups interested in volunteering at The Christian Village can contact Sennett at 732-2189.

[Text from file received from The Christian Village]

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