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33 people are interested
Turner Senior Resource Center
ORGANIZATION: Turner Senior Resource Center
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33 people are interested
At Turner Senior Resouce Center , volunteers staff the welcome desk, answer telephones and provide information, visit homebound seniors, serve on advisory, art gallery and fundraising committees, catalogue resources for the library, teach others how to use computers, assist with lunch preparations and serving (Tuesdays and Fridays), and more. Contact us if you're interested in volunteering at a vibrant place that works to enhance the well-being of older adults.
More opportunities with Turner Senior Resource Center
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Turner Senior Resource Center
Location:
2401 Plymouth Rd., Suite C, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, US
Mission Statement
Turner Senior Wellness Program promotes quality of life among older adults through social connection, wellness activities, health education, and community resources.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES i. We strive for a culture of warmth, vitality, and belonging where all are welcome. ii. We design programs that are informative, healthy, and fun. iii.We are quality-driven yet cost-conscious with our resources. iv. We operate with empathy, respect, and integrity. v. We encourage an environment where volunteers contribute, have fun, and 'do good.’Description
The Turner Senior Wellness Program offers an array of high quality, low cost programs and resources:
- Wellness programs such as healthy living presentations, exercise, healthful cooking demonstrations, Senior Nutrition Program (lunch 2 days a week), and blood pressure screening.
- Services such as Medicare and Medicaid counseling and assistance with Advance Directives offered weekly.
- Support groups for caregiving, diabetes, low-vision, and more.
- Social and cultural activities including a therapeutic writing group, weekly open bridge, chess, mah-jongg and special events.
- A Caregiver Resource Center located in the lobby with contact information for local agencies and organizations as well as a lending library on a variety of topics related to caregiving.
- Gallery 55+ exhibiting art created by gifted artists aged fifty-five and older. New artists display their work four times a year. The gallery welcomes community members of any age to view the art and to participate in special gallery events as they are scheduled. Stop in and enjoy the artwork!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2401 Plymouth Rd. Suite CAnn Arbor, MI 48105
DATE POSTED
December 18, 2018
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Varies