Rebuilding Together Northeast Ohio seeks volunteer handymen

Rebuilding Together Northeast Ohio announced it will begin recruiting volunteers for their new program, RT Direct, this February.

RT Direct is a volunteer handyman program that will consist of reg iona l teams of handymen who complete minor home repairs in the community to improve the health and safety of low-income homeowners, according to a news release put out by the group.

Rebuilding Together Northeast Ohio is looking for volunteers in Cuyahoga, L a ke, Medina , Por t age, Stark, and Summit counties. They should be knowledgeable or trainable in minor home repairs, are free during the week and occasional weekends, are comfortable working in various situations and with diverse populations, are able t o work quickly and efficiently, have their own transportation, and are willing to submit to a background check.

Throughout the year, Rebuilding Together and volunteers sprea d t hrough Nor theast Ohio t o ser ve f i xed-income elderly, disabled, and veteran home- owners. Many of the people served are dealing with significant financial challenges on top of accessibility and home repair needs, according to the news release.

“It’s all about giving back and helping our elderly and disabled neighbors who really need us,” said Executive Director Paul Holm. “Rebuilding Together captures the spirit of what our community is all about. It brings together donors, corporations, civic groups, government, and religious organizations to improve the lives and homes of homeowners in need.”

Anyone interested in becoming a part of RT Direct or would like more information on the program, should contact Rachel Jamison at 330-860-7438 or rachel. jamison@rebuildingto- getherneo.org. To find out more about Rebuilding Together Northeast Ohio, how to refer a family, or how to help, visit www.rebuildingtogetherneo.org or call 440744-5010.