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Hopkins, MN 55305
Enjoy some fresh air and sunshine while helping older adults maintain "curb appeal" and keep their homes and property safe! Help with: Yard and garden clean-up, weeding Exterior maintenance and painting projects We have opportunities for individuals and groups. Youth ages 7 - 15 may volunteer with an adult; ages 16 and over may volunteer on their own. We welcome groups of all sizes, from two to 100: Community groups (Lions, Rotary, American Legion, and others) Schools (grade school to college/university level) Families and neighborhood groups Scout troops & youth groups Corporations/businesses Faith communities We serve multiple cities in Hennepin, Wright, and Sherburne Counties. Share the day(s), time(s), and location(s) that work for you, and we’ll connect you with one (or more!) of our participants. Volunteers are also needed to provide ongoing, seasonal lawn mowing and weed trimming. For Hennepin County opportunities, contact Karen Johnson at 952-767-7894 or email scsvolunteer@seniorcommunity.org. For Wright or Sherburne County opportunities, contact Stacie Wenndt at 763-231-6283 or email hometeam@seniorcommunity.org.
Date Posted: 2024-03-15
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Flexible Schedule
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Minneapolis, MN 55426
Volunteer to help support our mission to empower people as they age. We are in need of volunteers with basic painting skills to complete small jobs for older adults across Hennepin County. Typical requests include garages, trim on homes, fences, etc. Clients provide all the supplies. Contact us or visit seniorcommunity.org/volunteer to apply online! 952-767-7894 scsvolunteer@seniorcommunity.org
Date Posted: 2024-04-25
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Flexible Schedule
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Hopkins, MN 55305
Senior Community Services is recruiting a Digital Handyperson to provide technology support and education services to adults aged 60 and older. Device troubleshooting focused on smart phones, tablets, and laptops Diagnose access and device needs and discuss options with participants Provide expertise on various software applications and programs Must have the ability to be calm, patient, and compassionate in working with older adults and their caregivers. Complete a volunteer application online or email tech@seniorcommunity.org to learn more.
Date Posted: 2024-03-15
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Flexible Schedule
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Hopkins, MN 55305
Senior Community Services (SCS) is a leading nonprofit organization making a difference in the lives of older adults and their caregivers. We believe that embracing inclusiveness-both internally and externally-is fundamental to earing the trust and loyalty of our employees, volunteers, partners, clients, and donors. We are proud of the services and programs we provide and strive to ensure we are communicating authentically with the diverse communities that we serve. With this in mind, we are onboarding digital handy people-volunteer-to help support the mission and vision of SCS. The main role is to provide technology support and education to adults aged 60 and older. Duties and responsibilities: *Schedule and coordinate service jobs *Tasks include, but are not limited to device troubleshooting focused on smart phones, PCs, tablets/visual equipment and other technical devices. *Diagnose access and device needs and discuss options with participants *Provide expertise on various software applications and programs *This position involves daytime availability to manage tech "clinics" in Brooklyn Park and Shakopee. *Spanish speaking is a plus.
Date Posted: 2024-04-07
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Flexible Schedule
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Hopkins, MN 55305
Enjoy some fresh air and sunshine while helping older adults keep their lawn looking great! This service also provides social interaction and offers peace of mind for loved ones and caregivers. Sign up early! We always try to pair volunteers with a senior (or seniors) in their own community. This is a seasonal commitment (generally May - November) and volunteers are expected to mow the lawn every 7-10 days (depending upon weather conditions), including basic trimming as needed. You must be: At least 16 years old Physically able to do the work (lift 20+ pounds, bend, stretch, etc.) Able to provide and transport your own equipment (lawnmower and weed trimmer)! We serve multiple cities in Hennepin, Wright, and Sherburne Counties. For Hennepin County opportunities, contact Karen Johnson at 952-767-7894 or email scsvolunteer@seniorcommunity.org. For Wright or Sherburne County opportunities, contact Stacie Wenndt at 763-231-6283 or email hometeam@seniorcommunity.org.
Date Posted: 2024-03-15
