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Help a Lonely Senior with a Friendly Phone Call

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ORGANIZATION: Carroll County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

  • 10 people are interested

Volunteers age 55 plus are needed for this volunteer opportunity in Carroll County, Maryland. Make a friend and reduce the loneliness of a homebound senior or disabled person by calling them for friendly conversation on a regular basis. Calls can be made on a flexible schedule, using your own phone. Training provided.

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About Carroll County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

Location:

RSVP --McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Merritt Building, Westminster, MD 21157, US

Mission Statement

The mission of the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is to encourage Carroll County residents age 55 and over to use their time, talents and life long experiences to volunteer in areas of interest to them.

Description

You've gained a lifetime of experience. Now is the time to put your skills and talents to good use by volunteering through RSVP!

RSVP is America's largest volunteer network for people age 55 and over. Join RSVP and you join nearly 500,000 volunteers across the country who are tackling tough issues in their communities.

RSVP offers a full range of volunteer opportunities with local and organizations. With RSVP, you choose how and where you want to serve. You choose the amount of time you want to give. And you choose whether you want to draw on your skills or develop new ones. In short, you find the opportunity that's right for you.

With RSVP, you'll receive pre-service orientation, training from the organization where you serve, and supplemental insurance while on duty.

And remember: When you volunteer, you're not just helping others--you're helping yourself. Volunteering leads to new discoveries and new friends. Plus, studies show that volunteering helps you live longer and promotes a positive outlook on life.

Contact RSVP today to get details on available volunteering opportunities. RSVP can help you use the skills you already have, or to develop new skills.

So get involved and join RSVP today!

CAUSE AREAS

Crisis Support
People with Disabilities
Seniors
Crisis Support, People with Disabilities, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 55
  • Orientation or Training
  • 1 hour per week in 15 minute increments
  • A friendly voice and a willingness to chat with others to reduce their loneliness.

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