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19 people are interested
Sort & bag groceries for seniors
ORGANIZATION: LIFE ElderCare
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19 people are interested
8 out of 10 COVID-19 deaths in the US are people aged 65+. Keeping seniors safe in their homes helps them stay alive. We need help getting groceries to seniors in Alameda County!
We are looking for volunteers to help sort/bag food for our Senior Grocery Delivery Program at the North Oakland Senior Center; Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11am-approximately 1pm. Must be able to lift 30 lbs (food boxes are 30lbs each starting 9/1/20).
More opportunities with LIFE ElderCare
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About LIFE ElderCare
Location:
39055 Hastings Street, Suite 208, Fremont, CA 94538, US
Mission Statement
To provide direct service programs on behalf of frail, at-risk seniors that promote healthy lifestyle choices, support daily well-being and enable independent living for as long as safely possible.
Description
LIFE ElderCare provides the basics of life - food, friendship, support, and enhanced mobility - to seniors, age 60 and older. Meals On Wheels delivers hot, nutritious meals; Friendly Visitors provides weekly in-home companionship; Assisted Transportation links volunteers with seniors (and non-seniors with disabilities) who need destination assistance; and Fall Prevention offers in-home, personalized services to reduce the risk of falling. For those with more complex needs, we also offer case management and care coordination throughout Alameda County.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
North Oakland Senior Center5714 Martin Luther King Jr. WayOakland, CA 94609
DATE POSTED
May 3, 2021
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- We are requesting a commitment of 1 day / week for at least a month. Bags are assembled every Tuesday and Thursday from 11am-1pm.