Another benefit of getting involved in community service projects is that in many outreach situations (for example, offering your services at the cancer ward of your local hospital) you get to interact with other professionals such as chiropractors, nurses and doctors, physical and occupational therapists, acupuncturists, nutritionists, psychologists etc.
Over the years I have seen a great many long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationships develop as a result of reaching out and filling a need in the community.
What need would you enjoy filling and how might it help you build your massage business?
You’re completely right about how community outreach projects can provide wonderful networking opportunities in addition to allowing you to serve the community. Offering services at the cancer ward of a local hospital is such a great idea. Massage can help any patient who is dealing with chronic pain, or the simple discomfort of being in a hospital bed for a prolonged period of time. Also, the social interaction can help boost a patient’s spirits.
One might also consider working with a local mental health clinic to help patients who are being treated for anxiety and/or depression. Another idea would be to work in conjunction with Lyme-Literate Medical Doctors to provide some relief from the chronic pain and stiffness that patients with chronic Lyme disease (and related coinfections) can experience. Patients are often grateful to those who reach out to them, and who can help increase awareness. Also, by networking with other health providers, you can create a sort of support system to help patients with their various needs.
Great advice i think it’s a good idea to get interact with other professionals, i think it will help build my massage business. Thanks