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ORGANIZATION: Age Strong - Boston RSVP & SCP

  • 19 people are interested

Must be 55+

Become an AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Facilitator today! Deliver workshops in-person on the following topics:

Opioid Education and Prevention
Understanding opioid addiction, history, and teaching older adults how to support themselves and loved ones. Must be able to facilitate 1 workshop per quarter.

OR

Money Smart for Older Adults
Recognizing and reducing financial exploitation. Plan for unexpected financial loss/and or disasters. Must be able to facilitate 1 workshop per quarter.

Receive the benefits of volunteering today!
*ONGOING TRAINING AND SUPPORT

*ENCOURAGEMENT AND RECOGNITION
*Reimbursement available for some out-of-pocket meal and travel expenses.

To Qualify
- Must be 55+
- Complete and pass a CORI

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About Age Strong - Boston RSVP & SCP

Location:

Boston City Hall, One City Hall Plaza, Room 271, Boston, MA 02201, US

Mission Statement

America's largest volunteer network for people aged 55 years and over is dedicated to impacting lives individually, whether with skills, experience, or just a friendly face. We can connect you to a variety of volunteer opportunities based on your interests, location, and preferred time commitment.

Description

Uplift, Inspire, Lend a Hand! Our mission is to enhance your life with meaningful programs, resources, and connections so we can live and age strong in Boston together. We have many designations. As a Commission, Council on Aging, and Area Agency on Aging, we are not new to aging. We have been doing this for more than 50 years - Age with us.

Age Strong is looking for volunteers to invest their unique talents in improving their community - You choose the amount of time you wish to serve. We are recruiting for the following opportunities:

  • Visiting and assisting homebound and frail seniors with daily living tasks.
  • Supporting adults ESL in conversation sessions, one-on-one, or in ESL classes.
  • Assembling and distributing food at a local Food Pantry.
  • Delivering food to a homebound older adult.
  • Facilitating workshops on Opioid Education & Prevention and Money Smart for Older Adults.
  • Museums & Hospitals
  • Provides a welcoming and friendly environment to all City Hall visitors.

Whatever you choose to do, you'll be making a real difference! Contact us today for more information! AmeriCorps is our partner and funder for our AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP and AmeriCorps Seniors Senior Companion programs.

CAUSE AREAS

Computers & Technology
Education & Literacy
Employment
Computers & Technology, Education & Literacy, Employment

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Age Strong CommissionBoston City Hall, Room 271Boston, MA 02201

(42.3604,-71.05799)
 

SKILLS

  • Mentoring
  • Financial Literacy
  • Customer Service
  • Group Facilitation
  • Adult Education
  • Special Needs

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 55
  • Orientation or Training
  • Deliver at least 1 workshop per quarter.

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