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Flexible Schedule
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Asheville, NC 28803
SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program) Volunteer Counselors are trained to be the go-to people for seniors and Medicare beneficiaries. Volunteers are responsible for providing balanced, unbiased, accurate guidance and information with which our clients can make an informed decision about their Medicare options. There is an extensive online training, after which , you will be certified and then you will counsel clients either over the phone, or in office.
Date Posted: Nov 15, 2022
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Flexible Schedule
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Asheville, NC 28803
Help low income seniors with the filling out applications for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP - formerly known as Food Stamps) You will serve low income Medicare recipients as an unbiased, knowledgeable guide, providing education and assistance with navigating through the application process to help them receive much needed assistance. We are very flexible and will work with your schedule. Who are you? You care about seniors and want to support those who need help most A resident of Buncombe County, NC, or nearby town. Someone willing to learn basic education about the Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC) and what benefits are available for lower income Seniors. Someone willing to receive education about outreach, what larger events entail and how to assist with these events. Someone willing to travel around Buncombe County and set up a table at outreach events, educating the community on the services offered at Council on Aging and the Benefits Enrollment Center. Someone able to assist clients with benefits applications and maintain awareness of changes to income guidelines. Who are we? The Council on Aging of Buncombe County was formed in 1964 to address the needs of seniors in our community We provide essential support to people over 60 who need assistance with food, heat or a/c, and health care Our volunteers make this work possible-- consider joining us today! Our Mission Statement: Promote the Independence, dignity, and well-being of adults through service, education, and advocacy. If you want to help make a difference in the lives of real people right here in western North Carolina, we would love to welcome you onboard as a volunteer. The safety of our clients is our highest priority. Here's what's required for this role: Clear criminal background check and driving record. Orientation and training with the Council on Aging. A reliable vehicle that will pass NC safety inspection. Still interested? Contact us today!
Date Posted: Nov 15, 2022
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Flexible Schedule
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Asheville, NC 28801
We need volunteers to assist at one of our Senior Dining Sites. The Senior Dining Site Assistant is responsible for kitchen and meal assistance to help serve our seniors as they congregate together for a meal. That's where you come in. Who are you? A physically able person that can stand for 1-2hours You're non-judgemental and compassionate You care about seniors and want to support those who need help most A resident of Buncombe County, NC, or nearby town Who are we? The Council on Aging of Buncombe County was formed in 1964 to address the needs of seniors in our community We provide essential support to people over 60 who need assistance with food, heat or a/c, and health care Our volunteers make this work possible-- consider joining us today! If you want to help make a difference in the lives of real people right here in western North Carolina, we would love to welcome you onboard as a volunteer. The safety of our clients is our highest priority. Here's what's required for this role: Clear criminal background check Orientation and training with the Council on Aging Ability to lift 10 pounds is helpful but not required Friendly Attitude Still interested? Contact us today!
Date Posted: Nov 15, 2022
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Flexible Schedule
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Asheville, NC 28803
Food is essential. And in economically challenging times, access to food becomes more difficult for vulnerable populations. Right now, many seniors in our community are staying home due to Covid-19 and the delta variant. We need volunteers who can pick up and deliver bags of groceries to seniors once a month. That's where you come in. Who are you? A physically able person* with a clean driving record You're non-judgemental and compassionate You care about seniors and want to support those who need help most A resident of Buncombe County, NC, or nearby town Who are we? The Council on Aging of Buncombe County was formed in 1964 to address the needs of seniors in our community We provide essential support to people over 60 who need assistance with food, heat or a/c, and health care Our volunteers make this work possible-- consider joining us today! If you want to help make a difference in the lives of real people right here in western North Carolina, we would love to welcome you onboard as a volunteer. The safety of our clients is our highest priority. Here's what's required for this role: Clear criminal background check and driving record Minimum $100,000/300,000 in auto liability coverage Orientation and training with the Council on Aging A reliable vehicle that will pass NC safety inspection Still interested? Contact us today! Food Bags are delivered monthly to Homebound Seniors
Date Posted: Nov 15, 2022
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Flexible Schedule
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Asheville, NC 28803
Interested in assisting the Council on Aging with special events or fundraisers? Volunteers will be needed for a variety of purposes so let us know if you'd like to join in! All Council on Aging volunteers must complete the application found at www.coabc.org/volunteer and must undergo a background check.
Date Posted: Nov 15, 2022
