Volunteer Guidelines

I understand that the Activities present risks of potential injury, illness, death, expense, loss or damage which risks may be inherent in the Activity, arise from the negligence of the Rescue Mission or arise from the negligence of others, such as other participants in the Activities. I hereby assume all risks associated with the Activities and I hereby waive, release, discharge and hold the Rescue Mission harmless from any and all injury, illness, death, expense, loss or damage of any kind or nature whatsoever, either in law or in equity, and whether accrued now or in the future, that may arise from or be related to the Activities, my presence at any Rescue Mission facility or Activity, or in travel related to the Rescue Mission or the Activities, even if the same is caused in whole or in part by any negligence of the Rescue Mission. I understand that I am not required to participate in any particular Activity, and that I am responsible for ceasing any Activity if I experience any pain or discomfort related thereto, or if I become uncomfortable with any potential risks of such Activity.

I agree to abide by the rules and requirements of the Rescue Mission, and obey the directives of any the Rescue Mission staff.

I authorize the Rescue Mission to provide or authorize any medical treatment or other care that it deems appropriate in any circumstance where, in the Rescue Mission’s judgment, I do not have, or do not readily appear to have, the ability to make reasonable medi- cal treatment and care decisions for myself. I hereby waive, release, discharge and hold the Rescue Mission harmless from any injury, illness, death, expense, loss or damage whatsoever that may arise from or may be related to such medical treatment or other care, even if the same is caused in whole or in part by any negligence of the Rescue Mission. I understand that the Rescue Mission does not provide medical insurance and that I am responsible for the cost of any medical treatment or other care that I receive.

I grant the Rescue Mission the right to take and use photographic images, video recordings and audio recordings of me, and the Rescue Mission may use my name, face, likeness, voice and appearance in advertising, promotion or educational materials. I disclaim any right to such images and recordings, and to any royalties or other benefits derived therefrom.