Volunteer opportunities available to anyone interested in gaining skills, confidence, and making a difference. Volunteers needed such as: - Learning Buddies: Create a connection with students in local elementary schools with a variety of school topics 1-2 hours per week - Outdoor Chores: Support an elderly neighbor in the community by helping take care of their yard - Pen Pals: Befriend an elementary student through writing monthly letters and help the student with their writing - Respite Visitor: Spend time providing company and ensuring the loved one is safe and comfortable

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

Volunteers provide temporary relief for caregivers in the home. Non-professional care is provided to chronically ill persons or to those with a disability for limited periods of time. Volunteers do not give medications, assist in transferring sitting to bed, etc.

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

- Respite Care: Respite care is provided by trained volunteers to provide caregivers the support they need. Schedules are arranged for volunteer visits. - Education sessions on topics such as conflict resolution between the caregiver and the rest of the family, personal property of the person being cared for, Dementia/Alzheimer's, stroke, and other related conditions

- 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. - In-Kind Donations for our 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

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

- 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. - In-Kind Donations for our 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

- 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. - In-Kind Donations for our 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

This program offers caregivers a support system of people who will listen, care about their needs, understand, and inform them of the services that may be of help to them - Volunteers can provide assistance up to 4 hours a week - Volunteers are not able to administer medications, transfer clients, or do personal/physical cares - Support group and respite for caregivers - Lunch and other social programs for care receivers

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

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

This program offers caregivers a support system of people who will listen, care about their needs, understand, and inform them of the services that may be of help to them - Volunteers can provide assistance up to 4 hours a week - Volunteers are not able to administer medications, transfer clients, or do personal/physical cares - Support group and respite for caregivers - Lunch and other social programs for care receivers

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

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