Prescott Group Society

Organization Type: Social & Community Services
Address: 3430 Prescott Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3K 4Y4
Contact: Meredith Fillmore
Phone: (902) 454-7387
Website: http://www.prescottgroup.ca

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Prescott Group is a non-profit community based social enterprise that offers vocational opportunities, programs and services and community employment support to adults with intellectual disabilities in the Halifax area. Prescott Group’s social enterprise is made up of Atlantic Bag Manufacturers, Fireside Kitchen and Prescott Mailing Services. Prescott Group also provides coaching and support to clients who work at local businesses and organizations. Our goal is to enhance the independence of persons with intellectual disabilities through personal development, social enterprise and employment opportunities.

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Prescott Group Society’s Volunteer Opportunities

Program Volunteer

Organization: Prescott Group Society
Category: Social and Community Service
Description: We have opportunities available for individuals who would enjoy working with adults with intellectual disabilities in our social enterprise. As a volunteer, you could be involved in a number …Read More

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