Did you know that there are many programs for latchkey kids throughout the state? Call the Information and Referral Center at 487-4716.

For information about listings in the Helping Hand column, call 486-2136.Work information desk at Salt Lake library.

Be a friendly visitor for older woman. Flexible times, one to three times a week.

Teach adults to read. Training. Thirteen-week commitment, one hour a week.

Help elderly woman move.

Do light clerical work for four hours a week for at least three months.

Do basic data entry up to four hours a month.

Provide basic office help.

Write letters for patient at local care center.

Assist at Animal Services program.

Plan fund-raising events, write grants.

Work at Red Butte Gardens.

Do one-time extensive housecleaning for elderly man. Flexible times.

Remove snow for elderly couple.

Address envelopes.

Be a victim advocate.

Do data entry once a week.

Work with youths at Utah Boys Ranch.

Raise money for Boys Ranch.

Provide kitchen help at senior center.

Teach easy crafts at care center.

Volunteer for "First Night." Many different opportunities.

Mentor Bosnian refugees.

Provide general office help.

Help West Valley police with public relations. Work with complainants and victims to assure quality assistance is given. Six-month commitment. Must be over 18. Training.

Pick up and deliver Christmas gifts for needy families.

Tutor elementary-school children in math and reading. Flexible times, during school hours.

Help with gifts for Christmas for families of people with AIDS.

Do activities with elderly care center residents, flexible times.

Help disadvantaged women one night a week. Training.

Sort donations of Christmas gifts for distribution. Flexible times.

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Make afghans, sweaters, other items. Flexible times.

Assist bedridden young women for three weeks. Two hours a day, three times a week. Sandy area. Training.

Record, transcribe and mail minutes of food bank board meeting. Three hours a month. Early morning.

Assist foster parents by being subs for Santa.

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