Okay, so it's a little weird to review a coroner, but these people are so nice and valuable, I had to spread the word.
The woman who works at the front desk is the sweetest, most helpful woman. She's been there for a million years (maybe a little less) and she knows it all.
They offer a few types of volunteer opportunities aimed at disaster relief and are always looking to recruit Licensed HAM Radio Operators to assist them. They also need volunteers for their Coroner's Emergency Recovery TEAM (CERT) where they train San Mateo residents to assist in search and recovery in case of a disaster.
They also offer a program called "Save A Life" that's directed at at-risk teens. It shows them what can happen if they drink and drive. (Yes, they have to see a dead body! Thoroughly ~EWWW~, but the shock factor probably helps a lot of kids steer clear of drinking and driving.)
If you're looking for a way to help your community, they can always use a helping hand - um, a live one.
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