-
12 people are interested
Work with children to teach healthy eating & exercise habits
ORGANIZATION: SOUTHERN MAINE AGENCY ON AGING
Please visit the new page to apply.
-
12 people are interested
This is an inter-generational activity and nutrition program that pairs volunteers age 50 and older with children in grades K-5 to teach healthy habits in exercise and nutrition. Each hour-long lesson includes a healthy snack, a health education lesson from an already-developed curriculum and a shared fun physical activity. This opportunity will take place in after-school programs in greater Portland, Maine and surrounding communities. Volunteers work in teams and there are a variety of volunteer roles available.
10 More opportunities with SOUTHERN MAINE AGENCY ON AGING
1 ReviewOpportunities
About SOUTHERN MAINE AGENCY ON AGING
Location:
30 Barra Road, Biddeford, ME 04005, US
Mission Statement
The Southern Maine Agency on Aging’s mission is to improve the quality of life for older adults, adults with disabilities, and the people who care for them.
Description
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY!
Southern Maine Agency on Aging Volunteer Services provides opportunities to make a difference in the community through volunteer service. Volunteers contribute anywhere from a few to over forty hours a week, serving through schools, meals on wheels, hospitals and other nonprofit and public organizations to help meet critical community needs. We offer maximum flexibility and choice to our volunteers. RSVP matches the personal interests and skills of the over age 55 volunteer to opportunities in selected imapct service areas to help solve community problems. RSVP volunteers receive supplemental insurance while on duty, and on-the-job training from the agency or organization where they are placed.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
136 Route 1Scarborough, ME 04074
DATE POSTED
April 8, 2015
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 50
- 8 week sessions