Volunteer: Fall Yard Cleanups for SeniorsSpend a few hours on a Autumn Saturday raking and generally sprucing up the yards of our senior clients who are aging in place safely with our support services. Two dates available--you can do one or both. All ages are welcome, but minors need to be supervised by a responsible adult. This is a great opportunity for groups! You will be contacted within two days of the event with the specific location for your service. Program: Senior Services Spend a few hours on a Autumn Saturday raking and generally sprucing up the yards of our senior clients who are aging in place safely with our support services. Two dates available--you can do one or both. All ages are welcome, but minors need to be supervised by a responsible adult. This is a great opportunity for groups! You will be contacted within two days of the event with the specific location for your service. Program: Senior Services Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 48108 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Lawn Mowing Services for SeniorsAt CCWC, we’re committed to helping our senior community members live with dignity and independence. One of the ways we do this is by offering free lawn mowing services to seniors who are unable to maintain their yards on their own. This service helps prevent local ordinance citations, reduces safety hazards, and keeps our seniors' outdoor spaces looking cared for and respected. What We’re Looking For: What You’ll Need to Know: CCWC will provide a push mower Volunteers must be able to transport the mower using their own vehicle You’ll be making a direct impact on someone’s life, right in your community This is a great opportunity for teens (with parent permission), families, or anyone looking to give back outdoorsWhy It Matters: Program: Senior Services At CCWC, we’re committed to helping our senior community members live with dignity and independence. One of the ways we do this is by offering free lawn mowing services to seniors who are unable to maintain their yards on their own. This service helps prevent local ordinance citations, reduces safety hazards, and keeps our seniors' outdoor spaces looking cared for and respected. What We’re Looking For: What You’ll Need to Know: CCWC will provide a push mower Volunteers must be able to transport the mower using their own vehicle You’ll be making a direct impact on someone’s life, right in your community This is a great opportunity for teens (with parent permission), families, or anyone looking to give back outdoorsWhy It Matters: Program: Senior Services Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 48108 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer Caregiver Respite (VCR)Our Volunteer Caregiver Respite (VCR) program matches volunteers trained to provide a much--needed break with individuals or families who are caring full-time for a homebound adult age 60 or older. Volunteers visit with a frail senior for 2-4 hours per week to provide non-medical support, companionship, and socialization. Activities may include taking walks, playing cards, working puzzles, watching TV or movies, or just reminiscing. For more information, visit our Volunteer Caregiver Respite page. If you don't hear from someone within a week, please call Sue Reynolds, Care Coordinator, at 734.971.9781 X 337. Program: Senior Services Our Volunteer Caregiver Respite (VCR) program matches volunteers trained to provide a much--needed break with individuals or families who are caring full-time for a homebound adult age 60 or older. Volunteers visit with a frail senior for 2-4 hours per week to provide non-medical support, companionship, and socialization. Activities may include taking walks, playing cards, working puzzles, watching TV or movies, or just reminiscing. For more information, visit our Volunteer Caregiver Respite page. If you don't hear from someone within a week, please call Sue Reynolds, Care Coordinator, at 734.971.9781 X 337. Program: Senior Services Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 48108 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Birthday Calls for SeniorsCatholic Charities Washtenaw County is seeking warm, compassionate volunteers to make weekly birthday calls to older adults in our community once a week either from home or at our office. Commitment One "session" per week; time depends on the calls themselves and the number of volunteers available that week Call seniors celebrating a birthday that week (call list provided) Engage in short, friendly conversations Record call notes on a simple tracking form Optional: help prepare birthday cards or small gifts for mailingVolunteer attributes A kind and friendly phone demeanor Comfort speaking with older adults Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect privacy Willingness to complete volunteer orientation and a background checkWhy This Matters Many of our seniors live alone or have limited contact with loved ones. A birthday call may be their only recognition on that special day. Your voice and presence can truly brighten someone's week. Program: Senior Services Catholic Charities Washtenaw County is seeking warm, compassionate volunteers to make weekly birthday calls to older adults in our community once a week either from home or at our office. Commitment One "session" per week; time depends on the calls themselves and the number of volunteers available that week Call seniors celebrating a birthday that week (call list provided) Engage in short, friendly conversations Record call notes on a simple tracking form Optional: help prepare birthday cards or small gifts for mailingVolunteer attributes A kind and friendly phone demeanor Comfort speaking with older adults Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect privacy Willingness to complete volunteer orientation and a background checkWhy This Matters Many of our seniors live alone or have limited contact with loved ones. A birthday call may be their only recognition on that special day. Your voice and presence can truly brighten someone's week. Program: Senior Services Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 48108 Allow Groups: No |