The City of Westfield and Janus Developmental Services are announcing a partnership geared towards volunteering.
Beginning this spring, clients of Janus will have the opportunity to assist Westfield with volunteer duties at the city’s events.
Laird
“I am excited that our clients will have the opportunity to assist the City of Westfield with volunteer duties,” said Debbie Laird, senior vice president of development for Janus. “Our clients enjoy having opportunities to participate and contribute in the community. This new partnership will benefit everyone involved!”
“We in Westfield are thrilled to partner with Janus and their clients,” Mayor Andy Cook. “This will be a great opportunity for us to become an even stronger supporter of the work Janus does within Westfield and the rest of Hamilton County.”
Cook
The Janus volunteers will assist with event preparation, including packet-stuffing for races, event set-up and tear-down, event promotion, event greeters and event decorating. Some of the events Janus has already scheduled to participate in include Daddy Daughter Dance, Memorial Day Grand Run and Westfield in Lights.
To volunteer for Westfield’s events, visit westfieldwelcome.com.
Furthermore, Janus and the Westfield Chamber of Commerce are partnering to bring local art to Westfield.
The Westfield Chamber of Commerce last August moved to Main Street in downtown Westfield. “After the move we found that our space would be a good place to display art in our new storefront windows,” stated President Jack Russell. Russell added, “Not only are we excited to partner with Janus, but it also brings more arts to Westfield and the downtown.”
Russell
The artwork is done by clients of Janus and can be purchased at the chamber office. Each month the chamber will highlight an artist on social media as well.
Laird said, “The Canvas Art Program is one of many services Janus offers to adults with disabilities. Clients are encouraged to express themselves using canvas and paint. The paintings are all commissioned so when art work sells, the money comes directly to the artist. We appreciate the support the Westfield Chamber of Commerce is providing to Janus by promoting this worthwhile program for our clients.”
The Westfield Chamber of Commerce is located at 116 E. Main St. You can also follow them on social media to learn more about the artist of the month.
To learn more about Janus Developmental Services, visit janus-inc.org.