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Rockland needs Meals on Wheels Volunteers!!

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ORGANIZATION: Old Colony Elder Services

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Help homebound Seniors and adults with disabilities by delivering Meals on Wheels in the Rockland area. Hunger is a serious threat facing many older adults and individuals with disabilities. The nutrition service, Meals on Wheels, is provided Monday through Friday to individuals who are home-bound due to illness, disability, or geographic isolation. The Rockland COA needs Meals on Wheels drivers! Contact us today to get started, we're flexible and will work with your schedule. You can volunteer one day, multiple days, or be a back up driver, whatever works with your schedule. Mileage reimbursed. Bring a smile and a meal to a senior in the Rockland community!

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About Old Colony Elder Services

Location:

144 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301, US

Mission Statement

Through the talent of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. OCES has a variety of volunteer opportunities in programs such as the Nutrition Program, Money Management Program, and Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Plymouth County.

Description

Founded in 1974, OCES proudly serves greater Plymouth County and surrounding communities. OCES is a private non-profit organization. OCES aspires to be a culturally diverse and inclusive agency that removes barriers creating equity for all by empowering individuals and communities to thrive, age in place, and reach their highest potential.

OCES' Nutrition Program is there to reduce hunger and food insecurity, promote socialization, and to promote the health and well-being of older adults and individuals with disabilities.

OCES' Money Management Program (MMP) helps older adults and individuals with disabilities in helping to manage their finances and pay their bills. The MMP program provides confidential assistance in managing a budget and keeping finances organized.

The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Plymouth County (RSVP), a program of OCES, is the Plymouth County chapter of AmeriCorps Seniors. RSVP works with our community Service Partners by utilizing the financial, infrastructure and human resources of RSVP. We recruit and interview volunteers 55 years of age or older, then align their abilities and interests to meet the needs of the community as provided by our Service Partners.

CAUSE AREAS

Hunger
People with Disabilities
Seniors
Hunger, People with Disabilities, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

317 Plain StreetRockland, MA 02370

(42.12649,-70.92473)
 

DATE POSTED

September 12, 2023

SKILLS

  • Elder care
  • Food Delivery / Distribution
  • Nutrition
  • Community Outreach
  • People Skills

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • Monday - Friday mornings, approximately 1-2 hours per delivery. Volunteer one day, multiple days or be a back up driver, whatever works with your schedule.
  • Caring & compassionate, willing to help homebound seniors and adults with disabilities.

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