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What motivates a person to commit to a long-term, often undefined volunteer opportunity? For Volunteer Guardian Brad Niesen, “my daughter, an elder care attorney, approached me with the concept of becoming a volunteer guardian. She knew that I had been providing full care for an aging neighborhood couple, so she thought I should apply those lessons-learned to Arlington County’s volunteer guardianship program.”

A-SPAN Volunteer Heather Pritchett has been teaching jewelry making to A-SPAN clients for about a year and a half. Heather’s class started because she wanted to share her hobby that she enjoyed doing with those in need in the community. Heather became familiar with A-SPAN when she was going through the Leadership Arlington program (Class of 2016) and took a tour of the Homeless Services Center.

Did you know one in three women and one in four men experience violence in their relationship? In support of Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) this October, Doorways wants to highlight our team of Domestic Violence Safehouse Hotline/Coverage Volunteers who inspire us every day with their passion, energy, and commitment to creating real change in our community and creating a safe space for survivors.

Kim Gantt has dedicated her time and enthusiasm to the mission of the Leukemia Lymphoma Society (LLS) for over a decade.  She began her volunteer journey as the captain of her company’s Light the Night team, leading her colleagues in their fight against blood cancers.  After taking part in her first event, Kim was moved by her experience and inspired by the dedication of her community to the service of others.  Now, over 14 years later, Kim continues to inspire those around her by volunteering her time and expertise to LLS events and campaigns throughout the year.