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1 person is interested
Assistance For Independent Living Program
ORGANIZATION: Aster Aging
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1 person is interested
Do you want to help home-bound seniors in the East Valley? The Assistance for Independent Living program provides transportation, friendly visiting, and visual assistance services to seniors ages 55+ in the East Valley area. Volunteers transport clients to their medical appointments, to the grocery store, and to the pharmacy for prescription pick-up. Volunteers also visit clients in their homes to make them feel more connected to their community. While they're there, volunteers can also assist individuals who have vision impairments read their mail and other documents. Volunteers have the flexibility to decide when they volunteer and where! You will only need to visit our center for orientation and for training opportunities. Does this sound like the opportunity for you?
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About Aster Aging
Location:
45 W UNIVERSITY DR STE A, MESA, AZ 85201, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to empower and support East Valley older adults and their families to remain independent and engaged in our communities.
Description
Aster Aging is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has been dedicated to serving our community since 1979. Aster provides a full continuum of programs and services aimed at independence with dignity as older adults and families navigate the sometimes challenging journey of aging. We achieve this through five core programs: (1) Center-Based Services are provided at our two senior centers in Mesa at Red Mountain and Mesa Downtown. Services include congregate meals, health and wellness, education and social activities. (2) Meals on Wheels offers nutritious meals for isolated homebound older or disabled adults. (3) In-Home Support assist physically challenged individuals. Volunteer Services match homebound neighbors with caring volunteers for essential transportation, grocery shopping, and friendly visits. Home care provides respite, personal care and housekeeping through trained direct care workers. (4) Outreach/Social Services Program assists older adults and their families in navigating and accessing needed social services, benefits and health resources. (5) Contracted Programs enable Aster to provide elements of our quality core programs in partnership with other organizations.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
March 12, 2019
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- Volunteers are required to volunteer at least once per month either providing transportation or friendly visiting.
- Volunteers are required to possess a fingerprint clearance card, which can be applied for during orientation. The fee is $65, which can be reimbursed after 3 months or after volunteering 6 times.