Volunteers assist with various services, including Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Meals on Wheels, Senior Café, Home Safety Visits, Family Access Center, fundraising and visibility events, and Board of Directors opportunities. - Assurance/friendly visit calls - Caregiver Respite Volunteer - Child care - Companionship visits - Event planning/fundraising - Food box assembly - Food box/Meals on Wheels delivery driver - Food distribution - Food donation pick up - Grocery shopping - Handy worker - Home safety check - Household helper (housekeeping) - Interpreter - Laundry helper - Lawn mowing/yard work - Packing/moving - Painting - Paratransit driver/transportation - Snow removal - Student tutor - Technology assistance

Fairmont children ages 5 - 15 are matched with an adult in Martin County. Girls are matched with female adults and boys are matched with male adults. Either may be matched with couples or families.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the 7 Rivers Region offers school-based and community-based programs. Big Brothers, Big Sisters, or Big Couples act as a mentor and a role model by being a friend to a child; volunteers are carefully screened prior to being matched. Child and mentor spend 2 to 3 hours a week together. Volunteers are asked to make a one year commitment and children with disabilities will be served.

Works to enhance the development of the individual through the many classes, activities, and programs offered for youth through adults. For Adults: - Computer and skills development classes - Recreational classes/activities - English language learning - GED and citizenship classes - Trips and activities for senior citizens - Big Buddy Volunteer Mentors For Youth: - Afterschool Adventures - grade K-6 - Dance - Preschool - 12th - Big Buddy Mentoring - ages 5-15 - Summer field trips - Teen Court - ages 13-18 - Skiing at Mount Kato - grade 7-12

Mentoring program that matches youth ages 5 - 16 with positive adult role models

Provides an opportunity for adult volunteers to put their skills, talents, and life experiences into helping people in their community. Acts as the largest volunteer network for older adults age 55. Provides an opportunity for volunteers to share skills and talents through the following volunteer opportunities including driving, escorting, children and youth, education/mentoring, environment, public safety, health and human service needs, library, and museums. Services include: - A Matter of Balance education series: emphasizing practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels - Bone Builders: Exercise and nutritional education for prevention and management of osteoporosis - Caregiver respite and support - Chronic Disease Self Management education series - Friendly Visiting: volunteer companion service for persons 60 years of age or older providing peer support and a listening ear - Living Well education series, including: Living Well with Chronic Conditions (CDSMP), Living Well with Diabetes (DSMP), and Living Well with Chronic Pain (CPSMP) - Powerful Tools for Caregivers: self-care education program for family caregivers - Stay Active & Independent for Life (SAIL) exercise series - Tai Ji Quan (tai chi) education series - Telephone Reassurance Program: regularly scheduled phone call to seniors in need of someone to touch base, ensure their well-being, and to have a friendly conversation

Provides an opportunity for adult volunteers to put their skills, talents, and life experiences into helping people in their community. Acts as the largest volunteer network for older adults age 55. Provides an opportunity for volunteers to share skills and talents through the following volunteer opportunities including driving, escorting, children and youth, education/mentoring, environment, public safety, health and human service needs, library, and museums. Services include: - A Matter of Balance education series: emphasizing practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels - Bone Builders: Exercise and nutritional education for prevention and management of osteoporosis - Caregiver respite and support - Chronic Disease Self Management education series - Friendly Visiting: volunteer companion service for persons 60 years of age or older providing peer support and a listening ear - Living Well education series, including: Living Well with Chronic Conditions (CDSMP), Living Well with Diabetes (DSMP), and Living Well with Chronic Pain (CPSMP) - Powerful Tools for Caregivers: self-care education program for family caregivers - Stay Active & Independent for Life (SAIL) exercise series - Tai Ji Quan (tai chi) education series - Telephone Reassurance Program: regularly scheduled phone call to seniors in need of someone to touch base, ensure their well-being, and to have a friendly conversation

The AmeriCorpsSeniors-Arrowhead Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) engages older adults ages 55 and older in volunteer services to meet community needs and to provide an experience that enriches their lives. Arrowhead Volunteers promotes volunteering by assisting people of all ages, including families, to find volunteer opportunities in their communities. It also provides education and information, networking meetings, and sponsors volunteer events like the annual Volunteer Fair, Purple Ribbon Recognition, and Hall of Fame Volunteer Awards. Volunteers serve Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis counties, including the City of Duluth, through nonprofit organizations and health care facilities, including schools, libraries, hospitals, tourist attractions, nursing homes, animal shelters, food shelves, and a variety of other community programs. Volunteer opportunities involve helping children to read, delivering Meals on Wheels, preserving the natural environment, providing tourist information, friendly visiting, and more. Each volunteer is asked to give 48 or more service hours during the year.

- Drivers for transportation program. Drivers must have a clean driving record, be willing to contribute 1-2 hours per ride, and can provide assistance through flexible scheduling based upon their availability. - Gala Volunteer Coordinator assists the Committee Chair by providing with assistance in procuring volunteers to support the Gala, as well as to coordinate those volunteers. - Group Respite volunteers who aid with facilitation of Group Respite activities, providing clients with additional one-on-one assistance. - In-kind donations for silent auction, PPE, and necessary office supplies. - Mailing volunteers assist with mailings that occur on a semi-annual basis. - Male respite care 2 - 5 hours per week - Office and Development volunteers can provide clerical assistance in organizing event-related files and folders, making calls, writing and sending thank you cards, etc. - Receptionist - Silent Auction Volunteers work with 10-20 assigned/self-selected businesses/individuals in the community who are able to provide Elder Network with donated goods or services for their silent auction at the annual gala in September. - Social Media Volunteers help to develop content for social media account by collecting client testimonials, taking photographs, and helping draft content for the social media posts. - Socialization volunteers for friendly visitor program 1 - 2 hours per week - Technology assistance program volunteers to teach seniors how to use tablets to converse on Zoom and other digital platforms 1 - 2 hours per week

The AmeriCorpsSeniors-Arrowhead Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) engages older adults ages 55 and older in volunteer services to meet community needs and to provide an experience that enriches their lives. Arrowhead Volunteers promotes volunteering by assisting people of all ages, including families, to find volunteer opportunities in their communities. It also provides education and information, networking meetings, and sponsors volunteer events like the annual Volunteer Fair, Purple Ribbon Recognition, and Hall of Fame Volunteer Awards. Volunteers serve Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis counties, including the City of Duluth, through nonprofit organizations and health care facilities, including schools, libraries, hospitals, tourist attractions, nursing homes, animal shelters, food shelves, and a variety of other community programs. Volunteer opportunities involve helping children to read, delivering Meals on Wheels, preserving the natural environment, providing tourist information, friendly visiting, and more. Each volunteer is asked to give 48 or more service hours during the year.

Senior Companions are volunteers 55 years of age and older who visit frail elderly to assist them in living independently in their homes. Senior Companions provide support to family caregivers, assist with grocery shopping, appointments, errands, and act as a community advocate. Lutheran Social Services is actively seeking volunteers for this program. Volunteers receive an hourly tax-free stipend and mileage reimbursement.

Trained advocates providing information and resources to people over the age of 60. The goal is to assist residents in finding resources to stay in the home and find possible options for alternative living situations. Helps with services such as: - Assist with plans for recreational activities - Caregiver education and support - Caregiver relief - Community education - Consumer protection - Deliver home meals and work with nutrition sites - Forms assistance - Health care directives - Home visits - Medicare Part D enrollment - Nutrition Assistance Program for seniors (NAP) - Partners with Senior Linkage Line and Area Agency on Aging - Scams/fraud - Senior legal rights - Transportation resources - Volunteer recruitment and training

Provides volunteers to help seniors in the community with daily tasks, encouragement to remain active, errands, transportation, and other services. Also provide companionship to seniors. Caring companion volunteers are adults 50 and older.

Provides volunteers to help seniors in the community with daily tasks, encouragement to remain active, errands, transportation, and other services. Also provide companionship to seniors. Caring companion volunteers are adults 50 and older.

Senior Companions become friends with other seniors in their communities who are lonely and isolated - To be a Senior Companion: - Be 55 years or older and in good health - Be willing to commit at least 15 to 20 hours each week to establish solid and reliable relationships with those you serve - Good driving record and reliable vehicle Location site: - Aitkin County Health & Human Services

Provides volunteers to help seniors in the community with daily tasks, encouragement to remain active, errands, transportation, and other services. Also provide companionship to seniors. Caring companion volunteers are adults 50 and older.

- Drivers for transportation program. Drivers must have a clean driving record, be willing to contribute 1-2 hours per ride, and can provide assistance through flexible scheduling based upon their availability. - Gala Volunteer Coordinator assists the Committee Chair by providing with assistance in procuring volunteers to support the Gala, as well as to coordinate those volunteers. - Group Respite volunteers who aid with facilitation of Group Respite activities, providing clients with additional one-on-one assistance. - In-kind donations for silent auction, PPE, and necessary office supplies. - Mailing volunteers assist with mailings that occur on a semi-annual basis. - Male respite care 2 - 5 hours per week - Office and Development volunteers can provide clerical assistance in organizing event-related files and folders, making calls, writing and sending thank you cards, etc. - Receptionist - Silent Auction Volunteers work with 10-20 assigned/self-selected businesses/individuals in the community who are able to provide Elder Network with donated goods or services for their silent auction at the annual gala in September. - Social Media Volunteers help to develop content for social media account by collecting client testimonials, taking photographs, and helping draft content for the social media posts. - Socialization volunteers for friendly visitor program 1 - 2 hours per week - Technology assistance program volunteers to teach seniors how to use tablets to converse on Zoom and other digital platforms 1 - 2 hours per week

Public Programming: Workshops, Meals On Wheels delivery, Coffee Connection (Monday - Thursday 9:30 am - 12 pm), weekly activities (education hour, arts and crafts, games, and more), Bone Builders (Tuesday and Thursday 9:30 am - 10:30 am), Finland Community Senior Meal (2nd Wednesday 11:30 am - 1 pm), non-medical nail care and blood pressure clinics (3rd Thursday 9 am - 3 pm), monthly foot care clinics (call for dates). Resources: Technology support (Tech Tuesdays - volunteer-led assistance Tuesdays, 11 am - 2 pm) and referrals, free tax preparation (VITA), Medicare workshops (during open enrollment), legal kiosk, medical equipment loan closet, and Per Mar medical alert system setup. Volunteer Opportunities: Casual volunteer, Driver, friendly visitor/caller, fundraising volunteer, garden helper, governance volunteer, pet therapy volunteer, program assistant or leader, tax helper, and tech support volunteer.

Adopt-a-block volunteer program: Raking, shoveling, and home repairs. Mentor program: Connects mentors in the community to work with residents to coach, counsel, teach, or model successful behaviors. Mentors are asked to commit to 1 year, 8 hours per week. Never Again, ex-offender services: Part of the housing with services program, these services focus on supporting long-term change. Includes career assistance. Spiritual fishing trips/retreats: Takes residents on fishing adventures that double as spiritual retreats. Veteran Outreach: Shelter or transitional housing, support groups for things like alcohol and drug use, medical appointment transportation.

Chore Services - Chore Day: One-time outside yard work with group - Home Modification: Basic home maintenance tasks - In-home chores/homemaker services - Mowing/shoveling Companionship - Caregiver support - Friendly phone call - Friendly visit/respite in-home visiting Education Juniper Class Instructor: Teach evidence-based classes, requires certified training Transportation - Driver - Duluth: Bring someone to a medical appointment or other meetings - Driver - Two Harbors: Bring someone to a medical appointment or other meetings - Grocery delivery - Meals on Wheels delivery

Grace Place Outreach is a mentoring program for pregnant persons and families offering support and connections to services to help families live spiritually wholesome, safe, healthy, and productive lives and thrive within the community. Services may include: access to baby clothing and maternity clothing (limited); information on nutrition and meal planning, parenting, prenatal care, budgeting, and exercise; arts and crafts instruction; help with seeking employment; and support groups. People interested in serving as mentors for clients are welcomed.

The AmeriCorpsSeniors-Arrowhead Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) engages older adults ages 55 and older in volunteer services to meet community needs and to provide an experience that enriches their lives. Arrowhead Volunteers promotes volunteering by assisting people of all ages, including families, to find volunteer opportunities in their communities. It also provides education and information, networking meetings, and sponsors volunteer events like the annual Volunteer Fair, Purple Ribbon Recognition, and Hall of Fame Volunteer Awards. Volunteers serve Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis counties, including the City of Duluth, through nonprofit organizations and health care facilities, including schools, libraries, hospitals, tourist attractions, nursing homes, animal shelters, food shelves, and a variety of other community programs. Volunteer opportunities involve helping children to read, delivering Meals on Wheels, preserving the natural environment, providing tourist information, friendly visiting, and more. Each volunteer is asked to give 48 or more service hours during the year.

The AmeriCorpsSeniors-Arrowhead Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) engages older adults ages 55 and older in volunteer services to meet community needs and to provide an experience that enriches their lives. Arrowhead Volunteers promotes volunteering by assisting people of all ages, including families, to find volunteer opportunities in their communities. It also provides education and information, networking meetings, and sponsors volunteer events like the annual Volunteer Fair, Purple Ribbon Recognition, and Hall of Fame Volunteer Awards. Volunteers serve Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis counties, including the City of Duluth, through nonprofit organizations and health care facilities, including schools, libraries, hospitals, tourist attractions, nursing homes, animal shelters, food shelves, and a variety of other community programs. Volunteer opportunities involve helping children to read, delivering Meals on Wheels, preserving the natural environment, providing tourist information, friendly visiting, and more. Each volunteer is asked to give 48 or more service hours during the year.

Provides the following services that increase an individual's opportunity to stay in their own home or apartment: Support planning: - Assistance in identifying services and ways to remain at home longer - Planning for the future as people age or disabilities progress - Ongoing support Friendly visiting: - Volunteers visit with seniors, caregivers and other people facing difficult life situations, sharing their joys and trials Chores - Snow removal - Yard work Transportation: - Providing rides for those who are unable to drive or have no means of transportation Housekeeping: - Laundry - Cleaning the home Note: There may be a waitlist for homemaking services depending on volunteer availability Simple Home Repair: - Provides seniors and people with disabilities who need help with simple home repair and modification Volunteer options available for people interested in assisting with homemaking, snow removal, and transportation.

Assisted living for adults ages 62 and older who no longer want to live on their own but aren't in need of 24 hours/7 days a week skilled nursing care. Services and amenities include: - 30 private unfurnished apartments, including 29 1-bedroom and 1 2-bedroom apartment - 3 meals a day available for an additional cost - Assisted living services as needed, including bathing, grooming, and dressing - Bed-making services - Emergency response pendants to call for help 24 hours/7 days a week - Full housekeeping and laundry - Medication set-ups, reminders and administration - On duty care staff 24 hours/7 days a week - Pet friendly apartments upon approval - Physician who makes "house calls" by request - Registered nurse (RN) on duty 5 days a week and on call 24 hours/7 days a week - Resident-controlled heat and air conditioning in every apartment - Stove and fridge in each apartment - Wander Guard System: Bracelet that lets staff know when residents are by a door - Volunteer opportunities available including calling bingo, running errands, nail care, hair care or visiting with residents.