Buddy Break

Autumn Wouk

1310 Shepherd Dr.

Naperville, IL 60565

(630) 800-0604

awouk@goodshepherd-naperville.org

Organization Mission:

Buddy Break is a monthly, respite opportunity for children with disabilities and their siblings provided at no charge. At Buddy Break, all children are intentionally paired up one-on-one with a trained buddy. We play games, do projects, play in the gym, and have a lot of fun—all while parents and caregivers get a well-deserved break.

Description of Volunteer Opportunities:

During Buddy Break our Buddies are paired with a child with disabilities or they have the option to be with a typical child as well. They will engage in activities such as building, crafts, movie time, gym time with scooters, bikes, parachutes, ball pits etc. There is always something fun to be doing with your buddy at Buddy Break! The goal to have have fun but be safe.

Minimum Age Requirement:

14

Skills or Experience Necessary:

Outgoing, willing to engage in conversation or activity with a child, energetic, accepting of others, responsible.