Bent Street
Bent Street is our First Rehab. General information is listed below. Check in for a pictorial update as we proceed.
Directions to 524 Bent Street Elgin:
The home is on Bent Street in Elgin about one-half block West of Route 25 (Liberty Ave.) Bent Street is North of Route 20 and South of Villa Street Elgin. From I-90 exit at Route 25 south. For a map of the site follow this link.
Construction Specifics
Time
Habitat construction sites generally operate from 8:00 am to 4 pm. Volunteers are asked to arrive by 8:00 to sign in. Plan to spend the day at your assigned site.
Skill Requirements
No specific skills are required, just a willingness to learn. Each site has an experienced project director to provide on-the-job training.
Release and Waiver of Liability
Each volunteer must sign a Release and Waiver of Liability agreeing to take personal responsibility for any accident or injury that might occur.
Safety Page
Please visit our Safety Page to familiarize yourself with site safety precautions. Your site leader will have daily safety specifics for the day's tasks before you start for the day.
What to Bring
Volunteers are asked to bring their own tools such as hammer, tape, tool belt or nail apron, utility knife, safety glasses and carpenter’s pencil. Please label your own equipment with your name.
What to Wear
1. Wear clothing and gloves that are appropriate for construction work and, of course, the weather. Loose clothing can be dangerous around power tools.
2. Wear thick soled shoes.
3. Wear protective glasses.
Tentative Build Schedule