
About 42% of adults in Maine are functioning at the
lowest levels of literacy.
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| It's true. One in seven adults cannot read a newspaper, an employment application, or a bedtime story. There is no single reason, no one cause on which to place blame. The adult non-reader has many attributes, but does need help to take the first step toward reaching his or her potential. |
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The Waterville Area Affiliate
of Literacy Volunteers is the only local
non-profit provider of
free,
confidential, one-on-one reading instruction for
adult learners in our area. We
believe the
ability to communicate effectively by reading,
writing, speaking, and listening
is critical
for making good personal choices. read more ...
We provide
free, confidential, one-on-one tutoring to
individuals who would like to learn
to read, write, and speak English or improve these
skills. learn
more ...
Literacy Volunteers tutors are
trained to provide student-centered tutoring
services. Each tutor works with his or her
learner to identify both short and long term
goals and creates individualized lesson plans
that focus on meeting those goals.
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