Aging Resources of Douglas County

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People with Disabilities
Seniors

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104 Fourth StreetCastle Rock, CO 80104 United States

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http://www.agingresourcesdougco.org

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Companion Volunteer

Flexible Schedule | Douglas County, CO 80104

Neighbor Network, a program of Aging Resources of Douglas County MISSION: Helping Older Adults Stay Independent. TITLE OF POSITION: Companion Volunteer SUPERVISED AND SUPPORTED BY: Director of Community Engagement PURPOSE OF JOB: To support the mission of Aging Resources of Douglas County by providing one on one friendly visits, phone calls and outings to a member residing in Douglas County. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Volunteers are matched with members based on location and common interests. Volunteers are given the contact information of their companion to make arrangements for regular visits. Volunteers are not allowed to assist clients with bodily care or handle medications. Volunteers may not accept any form of payment, tips or gifts in exchange for their volunteer service. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be age 25 or older Must have reliable vehicle with current driver’s license and auto insurance. Desire to assist seniors and adults with disabilities. TIME COMMITMENT: Companion volunteers should schedule once per week contact that lasts 1-4 hours. If the volunteer is busy one week or out of town, a phone call is fine, otherwise it should be a face-to-face visit or outing. BENEFITS: The opportunity to make a difference in your community and in the lives of seniors and adults with disabilities. REQUIRED SCREENING: Applicants must pass a background and reference check and have a clean motor vehicle record. CONTACT: 303-814-4300 or ARDC@douglas.co.us

Date Posted: Mar 24, 2015
Homemaker Volunteer

Flexible Schedule | Douglas County, CO 80104

Neighbor Network, A program of Aging Resources of Douglas County MISSION: Helping Older Adults Stay Independent. TITLE OF POSITION: Homemaker Volunteer SUPERVISED AND SUPPORTED BY: Director of Community Engagement PURPOSE OF JOB: To support the mission of Aging Resources of Douglas County by grocery shopping and providing light housekeeping services such as; cooking light meals, laundry and vacuuming, to our members that might be recovering from surgery or other factors that impact their mobility. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Volunteers provide the needed service in the member’s home. Light cleaning, etc. When shopping for groceries, volunteers get shopping list from member and go to the local grocery store to shop and bring back the items to the members. Volunteers should keep the receipt of the purchase and give it to the member for a reimbursement. Volunteers are not allowed to assist clients with bodily care or handle medications. Volunteers may not accept any form of payment, tips or gifts in exchange for their volunteer service. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be age 21 or older Must have reliable vehicle with current driver’s license and auto insurance. Desire to assist seniors and adults with disabilities. TIME COMMITMENT: One - two times per month, depending on need. Homemaker and grocery shopping jobs are scheduled on an as-needed basis as members call and request those services. BENEFITS: The opportunity to make a difference in your community and in the lives of seniors and adults with disabilities. REQUIRED SCREENING: Applicants must pass a background and reference check and have a clean motor vehicle record. CONTACT: 303-814-4300 or ARDC@douglas.co.us

Date Posted: Feb 23, 2016
Driver Volunteer

Flexible Schedule | Douglas County, CO 80104

Neighbor Network, A program of Aging Resources of Douglas County MISSION: Helping Older Adults Stay Independent. TITLE OF POSITION: Driver Volunteer SUPERVISED AND SUPPORTED BY: Director of Community Engagement PURPOSE OF JOB: To support the mission of Aging Resources of Douglas County by providing rides to members so they can get to medical appointments, grocery stores and run local errands. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Volunteers use their personal cars to pick up members from their home and remain at the appointment to take members home and/or to pick up prescriptions. Volunteers are not allowed to lift members into their cars. Members must be able to get in and out of the vehicle on their own. Volunteers call and confirm ride arrangements with the member the night before the appointment. Volunteers may not accept any form of payment, tips or gifts in exchange for their volunteer service. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be age 25 or older Must have reliable vehicle with current driver’s license and auto insurance. Desire to assist seniors and adults with disabilities. TIME COMMITMENT: There is no required time commitment. We do receive more ride requests during the week (Monday-Friday) for medical appointments. Some weekend rides are requested as well. You may take as many trips per month as your schedule allows. BENEFITS: The opportunity to make a difference in your community and in the lives of seniors and adults with disabilities. REQUIRED SCREENING: Applicants must pass a background and reference check and have a clean motor vehicle record. CONTACT: 303-814-4300 or ARDC@douglas.co.us

Date Posted: Mar 24, 2015
Handyman Volunteer

Flexible Schedule | Douglas County, CO 80104

Neighbor Network, A program of Aging Resources of Douglas County MISSION: Helping Older Adults Stay Independent. TITLE OF POSITION: Handyman/Fix-It Volunteer SUPERVISED AND SUPPORTED BY: Director of Community Engagement PURPOSE OF JOB: To support the mission of Aging Resources of Douglas County by providing services that help keep our members safe in their homes; installing grab bars and wheelchair ramps, changing light bulbs that are hard to reach, etc. to our members residing in Douglas County. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Volunteers go to clients' homes and do an initial assessment on work that needs done and may need to advise the client on supplies needed. Volunteers may need to purchase supplies, but should keep the receipt and give it the member for a reimbursement. Volunteers provide the needed service and/or perform the repair Volunteers may not accept any form of payment, tips or gifts in exchange for their volunteer service. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be age 21 or older Must have reliable vehicle with current driver’s license and auto insurance. Desire to assist seniors and adults with disabilities. TIME COMMITMENT: There is no required time commitment. Fix-it jobs are scheduled on an as-needed basis as members call and request those services. You may accept as many fix-it jobs per month as your schedule allows. BENEFITS: The opportunity to make a difference in your community and in the lives of seniors and adults with disabilities. REQUIRED SCREENING: Applicants must pass a background and reference check and have a clean motor vehicle record. CONTACT: 303-814-4300 or ARDC@douglas.co.us

Date Posted: Feb 23, 2016

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Our Mission: Helping older adults stay independent and age with dignity by providing a volunteer network of services and support!

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Douglas County, Colorado's older adult population is among the fastest growing in the nation. Recent demographic projections illustrate that by the year 2030, one in four residents will be 60 or older. Aging Resources of Douglas County has evolved over the past years in response to the mounting needs of our older adult population.

Aging Resources of Douglas County provides a safety net for members, allowing older adults to remain active in the community while living independent in their homes. New members enter the program by completing an application and participating in a personal interview. At that time, specific needs are evaluated so that the Aging Resources team can then assist with resources. Whether matching a volunteer for weekly companionship visits or help around the house; providing transportation to medical appointments, grocery shopping or for other errands, Aging Resources volunteers are eager to offer their hearts and their time. Along with our team of volunteers and partners from many local agencies, Aging Resources strives to create an inclusive community so that members maintain maximum independence.

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