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Drive/Lead Fun Trips for Senior Citizens WEEKDAYS

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ORGANIZATION: City of Wheat Ridge Active Adult Center

  • 35 people are interested
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Volunteer Trip Drivers/Leaders make fun trips happen for senior citizens!
Duties:

  • Safely transport up to 14 seniors in easy-to-drive van/mini-bus
  • Convey atmosphere of fun
  • Execute trip plan prepared by the staff including check-in group at venue, communicate and adhere to trip itinerary, support those with mobility challenges
  • Walk with seniors at their pace
  • Contribute their time, which sustains the program and keeps fees affordable

You are a good fit for this this opportunity if you:

  • Are a people person
  • Enjoy working with seniors
  • Love to explore, learn, and go places like museums, concerts, ball games, theater, restaurants, railways and other amazing Colorado attractions
  • Enjoy driving
  • Want to make a positive difference for seniors
  • Are available to drive/lead 1 to 3 trips/month; most occur M-F; some weekends

Flexible Scheduling: WEEKDAY AVAILABILITY REQUIRED.
A month ahead, volunteers select trips to drive/lead that fit their interests and availability.

Training Provided: Includes classroom time, practice van driving and trip leadership with experienced driver/leader; first aid/cpr


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About City of Wheat Ridge Active Adult Center

Location:

Wheat Ridge Active Adult Center, 6363 W 35th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033, US

Mission Statement

The City of Wheat Ridge's Parks & Recreation department is dedicated to serving our community by providing diverse programs, experiences and spaces that enhance quality of life.

Description

The Active Adult Center, a facility of the Wheat Ridge Parks and Recreation department, primarily serves people age 50+. We strive to create community connections to enrich health, wellness and vitality through age-appropriate classes, events, activities, trips, and outdoor recreation.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
People with Disabilities
Seniors
Community, People with Disabilities, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

6363 West 35th AvenueWheat Ridge, CO 80033

(39.76617,-105.06697)
 

DATE POSTED

February 11, 2025

SKILLS

  • First Aid / CPR
  • Bus/Van Driving
  • Customer Service
  • People Skills

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 21
  • Orientation or Training
  • After initial training, drive/lead 1-3 trips/month; average duration 6 hours, varies from 4-12 hours; complete 1 refresher training/year, up to 8 hours total. WEEKDAY AVAILABILITY REQUIRED.
  • Maintain personal vehicle insurance and clean motor vehicle record.

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