-
Flexible Schedule
|
Battle Creek, MI 49017
Volunteers for this program will work on a team to build wheelchair ramps for seniors with mobility challenges. Volunteers can: help assemble ramps on-site at various locations around Calhoun and Kalamazoo counties and/or... help pre-build ramp parts at our Kalamazoo facility (Tuesday and Thursday mornings). On-site ramp builds generally happen on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. However, dates and locations of ramps are subject to change due to weather and other factors. Flexibility is appreciated. Sites will be supervised by experienced Senior Services staff. We offer gas reimbursement for more distant ramp sites. Volunteers should have some familiarity with and ability to safely use basic power tools and hand tools. More advanced carpentry knowledge is useful, but not required. Physical activities include standing for short or prolonged periods of time, carrying up to 50 lbs, bending, reaching, and stooping. Limited accommodations can be made when necessary. Volunteers are encouraged to bring basic tools (drill, driver, hammer, tape measure, etc.) if they have them. Minimum age is 18. Ramp builds for group volunteer projects can be scheduled in advance.
Date Posted: 2024-03-27
-
Flexible Schedule
|
Battle Creek, MI 49017
Help homebound seniors stay independent by delivering hot, nutritious meals made fresh each day. Meals are delivered weekdays starting at 10:30 a.m. at the Milestone Senior Services office at the Kool Family Community Center. Delivery takes 1-2 hours. Caring and friendly volunteer drivers (drives the route) and hoppers (takes the meal to the door and provides a brief check of the person's well-being). Volunteer with your spouse, family member, neighbor, or friend, or meet someone new by being matched with another volunteer.
Date Posted: 2024-04-17
-
Flexible Schedule
|
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Volunteers for this program will work on a team to build wheelchair ramps for seniors with mobility challenges. Volunteers can: help pre-build ramp parts at our Kalamazoo facility (Tuesday and Thursday mornings), and/or help assemble ramps on-site at various locations around Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties. On-site ramp builds generally happen on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. However, dates and locations of ramps are subject to change due to weather and other factors. Flexibility is appreciated. Sites will be supervised by experienced Senior Services staff. We offer gas reimbursement for more distant ramp sites. Volunteers should have some familiarity with and ability to safely use basic power tools and hand tools. More advanced carpentry knowledge is useful, but not required. Physical activities include standing for short or prolonged periods of time, carrying up to 50 lbs, bending, reaching, and stooping. Limited accommodations can be made when necessary. Volunteers are encouraged to bring basic tools (drill, driver, hammer, tape measure, etc.) if they have them. Minimum age is 18. Ramp builds for group volunteer projects can be scheduled in advance.
Date Posted: 2024-03-27
-
Flexible Schedule
|
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
AmeriCorps Seniors engages people age 55 and better in volunteer service to meet community needs and provides a high quality experience for the volunteers. We partner with nonprofit agencies and schools to connect older adults to volunteer opportunities. Many opportunities are available in Kalamazoo County, with a few offered in Calhoun County. Participation is free and open to volunteers choosing to serve in an RSVP focus area activity (listed below). RSVP volunteers serving in these activities receive membership benefits including limited mileage reimbursement for those who might otherwise find it financially difficult to volunteer, invitation to a volunteer celebration, and supplemental accident, excess auto liability and personal liability insurance while serving provided at no cost. We are accepting new Volunteers to serve in these focus area activities. Deliver Meals on Wheels Visit with seniors in person or by phone Tutor or mentor students Give seniors rides to the doctor or grocery store Spend time visiting with homebound seniors Tutor adults in reading Build accessible ramps or make home repairs for seniors Supporting home medical equipment loan program Many other options available
Date Posted: 2024-03-27
-
Flexible Schedule
|
Vicksburg, MI 49097
Help homebound seniors stay independent by delivering hot, nutritious meals made fresh each day. Meals are delivered weekdays starting at 11:30am from the South County Community Services located at 606 Spruce St. The Route takes between 2 and 2.5 hours. Caring and friendly volunteer drivers (drives the route) and hoppers (takes the meal to the door and provides a brief check of the person's well-being) in the Kalamazoo area. Volunteer with your spouse, family member, neighbor, or friend, or meet someone new by being matched with another volunteer.
Date Posted: 2024-03-27
