STATEWIDE: Oklahoma Mission of Mercy in DurantFeb 02 2018The OKMRC has been requested to assist with the Oklahoma Mission of Mercy (OkMOM). OkMOM is a free, two-day dental clinic open to people of all ages and backgrounds. It is specifically designed for people that are uninsured, underinsured or would otherwise not be able to seek dental care. We are needing volunteers for all areas: Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Medical and Non-Medical Personnel. DENTAL HYGIENISTS AND DENTAL ASSISTANTS ARE PARTICULARLY NEEDED. Dr. Tim Fagan, past OkMOM Chair, stated the following about who can volunteer for OkMOM: "People might think they need a special skill set, but what they need is a giving heart and a willingness to help." Location: Choctaw Event Center, 3702 Choctaw Road, Durant, OK Dates: February 2 & 3 Shifts: 4:30 am - 12 pm 11:00 am - 5:30 pm Clinic doors will open to patients each day at 5 a.m. and close when they reach capacity, estimated at 1,000 patients per day. To sign up and select your schedule, you must register with through the OkMOM website: http://www.rsvpbook.com/event.php?505986 .(You may need to copy and paste the URL in your browser.) Also, in order for us to have a record of which OKMRC volunteers are on site, please sign up below on our website, so that we may track your volunteer hours. If you have questions, please contact Lezlie Carter at LezlieC@health.ok.gov or 405-271-0900 or visit the event website at www.OkMOM.org |