Break Description

LIFESPAN empowers children and adults with disabilities by providing education, employment and enrichment opportunities to live, work and play in their communities. Based out of North Carolina the organization aims to help children and adults alike to connect with their surrounding community. During our time with LIFESPAN we will be doing a variety of activities which could include: interacting with the participants, office work, maintenance, and any other odd jobs that may need to help them provided the highest of services. Upon returning from LIFESPAN you will have a new insight on what happens in the world outside of JMU, and a sense of accomplish from knowing that you just participated in something bigger than yourself.   

Focus on: Adults and Children with disabilities

Community: Charlotte, North Carolina

Leaders: Dan Buhl and Zach Bunner

Cost: $TBD

What type of travel will this break use? Domestic Driving

What kind of break is this? Spring Break

Departure Date: 03-03-2018

Return Date: 03-10-2018

What community partner will you be working with? LIFESPAN

Currently Offered?: No

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Alternative Break Program
Student Success Center
MSC 1011
738 S. Mason St.
Room 2nd Floor
Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807
abp@jmu.edu
540-568-6366
Fax: 540-568-6719

Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm