Assist with administrative tasks and projects such as filing, typing, mailings, and data entry.
Become a certified SHINE Counselor to provide unbiased, confidential information to Medicare beneficiaries to help them understand their health insurance options.
Work with older adults to develop basic money management skills such as paying bills, budgeting, and writing checks.
Provide companionship and assistance to isolated older adults by engaging in routine activities or participating in social programs.
Companion Volunteers are needed to provide socialization and companionship to persons with memory loss, providing much needed time off for the caregiver. Companions undergo screening, CORI checks, receive REST training and ongoing supervision.
The Money Management Program is always looking for volunteers to help elders organize their bills, create budgets, write checks, and monitor their income and expenses. All volunteers receive training and are expected to spend two to three hours with the elder each month.
The Ombudsman is a resident advocate, helping to ensure the quality of care, life and environment for people who live in nursing homes. Volunteers make weekly visits to the nursing home to listen to and assist in resolving any resident concerns. Volunteers receive training and ongoing support and supervision.
Volunteers help by staffing a table at an event; serving as a docent at the Parsons daffodil field; or helping with an event such as our daffodil party, annual meeting or holiday party.
Trail Crew volunteers help to maintain our trails. Volunteers clear hazards such as tree or rocks, help maintain or replace signage, and keep our Reserves looking great.
Office Volunteers help with a variety of tasks such as sorting through paper work to archive important documents; assist with fundraising mailings; calling members during our phone-a-thon; and assisting with printing, filing, and scanning important stewardship files.