By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER Over the past 12 years, Nancy Vicino of Bristol has worn a variety of volunteer hats for the Greater Bristol RSVP. From the Imagine Nation Museum to the American Red Cross to Ingraham Manor, Nancy has lended a hand to different local agencies. Whether doing arts and crafts with children at Imagine Nation or greeting donors at American Red Cross blood drives, Nancy said she has enjoyed contributing to the community as well as keeping busy during her retirement. “There are so many opportunities in our community to volunteer,” said Nancy, recalling how she has volunteered at Imagine Nation since its doors opened 10 years ago. “You can find things that fit your personality and talents.” Serving a number of non-profit organizations throughout Bristol, Plainville, Burlington, and Terryville, the Greater Bristol RSVP currently has 230 volunteers who offer services that such organizations could not otherwise afford. The program recruits and places individuals age 55 and over with local non-profit agencies and organizations. Although the word “retired” is part of its group name, RSVP also has working individuals. Locally sponsored by the Bristol Community Organization and federally funded by the Corporation for National and Community Service, […]
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