Murray Ridge Center serves eligible individuals in a variety of settings throughout Lorain County. Volunteers may assist with special activities designed to enrich the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities.
Educational Services (Weekdays/September-May)
- Murray Ridge School
- Assist with special events
- Chaperone field trips
- Develop instructional aides
- Summer Day Camp (Weekdays/June & July)
- Assisting camp counselors
- Assisting with special events & field trips
Adult Services (Weekdays/Year-Round)
- Opportunity/Vocational Centers in Lorain & Oberlin
- Chaperone community outings
- Assist with recreation activities
- Plan, implement, and/or assist with special events
- Supported Employment Enclaves & Placement throughout Lorain County
- One-on-one opportunities
- Chaperone recreational activities/outings
Other Volunteer Opportunities
Special Olympics (Evening & Weekends/Year-Round)
Basketball | Volleyball | Bowling | Softball | Swimming | Bocce | Cycling | Track and Field
- Assist the coaching staff with practices
- Chaperone athletes at competitions
- Raise funds for teams to attend regional & state competitions
- Assist with planning & implementing annual Special Olympics Banquet
- Recreation Program (Evenings & Weekends/Year-Round)
- Chaperone community outings
- Plan & implement special events
To download a Volunteer Application Packet, click on the following link:
Contact Information
Lorain County Board of Developmental Disabilities
1091 Infirmary Road
Elyria, OH 44035
Telephone: 440-329-3734
Fax: 440-322-2683