CareSharing: A Mutual Service Exchange Program. Guidelines for Replication

摘要

For community leaders who are interested in implementing a community-wide service credit program, the Guidelines provide detailed information on designing a program, getting started, and maintaining the program. In addition, the Guidelines explore the steps involved in securing community support and defusing opposition, two critical components in the success of a community-wide project. Second, for coordinators of existing volunteer programs wishing to enhance their program, the Guidelines provide information on the 'nuts and bolts' of incorporating the service credit concept into the program. Sections on matching, record keeping, credit exchange, and getting feedback may be of special interest to existing programs. Finally, for existing service credit programs wishing to expand by incorporating a store, the Guidelines provide information on the policies and procedures of store operation.