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1 person is interested
Help seniors become more healthy as a Fitness Instructor
ORGANIZATION: Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida
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1 person is interested
Do you have a passion for helping others and dedication to stay fit and healthy?
If so, you're the perfect candidate to volunteer as a health & wellness leader with the Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida!
AAASWFL is seeking volunteers to lead health and wellness workshops across the region. These fitness workshops focused on the unique needs of older adults. Specifically, our classes are designed to teach older adults preventative measures to avoid falls, improve their balance, and manage chronic conditions.
Classes include:
- Tai Chi for Arthritis for Falls Prevention,
- A Matter of Balance,
- Walk With Ease,
- Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
- Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance.
Training is provided for these programs, and AAASWFL provides mileage reimbursement for volunteers.
Workshops are typically held on weekday mornings and afternoons, so volunteers with flexible schedules are appreciated. Volunteers should also be at least 18 years of age, have a valid drivers’ license, and must be able to pass a background screening. While not mandatory, experience with teaching, instruction, public speaking, health care, nutrition, or community outreach is helpful.
In 2017, AAASWFL staff and volunteers led 30 health and wellness workshops across Southwest Florida, assisting nearly 500 individuals.
Potential volunteers may contact Sherry Young, AAASWFL Health & Wellness Coordinator, at (239) 652-6900 or sherry.young@aaaswfl.org for more information. Volunteer applications can also be found at the AAASWFL website: www.aaaswfl.org.
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About Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida
Location:
2830 Winkler Avenue, Suite 112, Fort Myers, FL 33916, US
Mission Statement
Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida connects older adults and adults with disabilities to resources and assistance for living safely with independence and dignity.
Description
The Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida (AAASWFL) is a nonprofit organization serving older adults (age 60+) and adults with disabilities in Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hendry, Lee, and Sarasota counties. It connects them, their families and caregivers to resources like elder care, adult day care, housing assistance, home care, meals, housekeeping, legal assistance, personal care, and volunteer opportunities. AAASWFL is one of 11 Aging and Disability Resource Centers designated by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and is responsible for overseeing and providing services for Planning and Service Area 8 and is a member of the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging a nonprofit association representing a national network of 622 Area Agencies on Aging. AAASWFL is primarily known for its Elder Helpline (866-41-ELDER), a toll-free service that helps seniors, adults with disabilities, and caregivers. AAASWFL is also the State's point of entry for long-term care programs and government-funded services. Outreach Programs include health and wellness classes for older adults and caregivers, Medicare benefits counseling through the SHINE program, and elder abuse prevention and education.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Glades & Hendry CountiesLaBelle, FL 33935
DATE POSTED
July 16, 2018
SKILLS
- Outdoor Recreation
- People Skills
- Fitness Instruction
- Nursing
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum of two classes (6-12 weeks each) per year
- Class times/days vary-- must be available to lead workshops on weekday mornings or afternoons