Provides a small stipend to low income seniors to provide support to children and youth who need extra attention and encouragement in a day care, school, Head Start, and other settings.

Volunteer opportunities for older adults (55 years and up) and disable veterans in nonprofit agencies and proprietary health care facilities. Supplemental medical and vehicle insurance coverage, out-of pocket reimbursements for mileage and door-to-door transportation available in Rockland.

This program offers older adults an opportunity to give back to their community, through volunteering. They can give of their time, talents and experience to engage in service activities that will assist in meeting the need of the community.

Provides part-time employment for low income senior citizens to work with children who are disadvantaged in schools and hospitals. There is a pre-service orientation and in-service training.

Connects Erie County residents over the age of 55 with volunteer opportunities in the community that match their interests, skills, and availability. Benefits of joining RSVP include volunteer insurance coverage, training opportunities, special group volunteer projects, recognition events, and transportation reimbursement availability.

Engages those 55 years of age and older in meaningful volunteer service within their community. Volunteers become a vital community resource addressing critical needs and enhancing quality of life in Chautauqua County. Over 540 volunteers serve in over 65 volunteer sites throughout the county, with major focus areas including "Healthy Futures" (assisting individuals affected by Food Insecurity), Health Education, and Senior Companionship - Access to Care and Aging in Place.

This program offers older adults an opportunity to give back to their community, through volunteering. They can give of their time, talents and experience to engage in service activities that will assist in meeting the need of the community.

Partners with various agencies throughout Allegany and Cattaraugus Counties and places AmeriCorps Members in positions to provide various services to the community, including in the categories below. Educational Services: Members serving in school districts and community agencies are assigned a caseload of youth to provide mentoring services resulting in demonstrated improvements in academic engagement. Capacity Building: Members are a part of a volunteer program that provides community members with the opportunities to participate in community service and service learning opportunities. Disaster Preparedness and Response: Members complete Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) through the Cattaraugus County Emergency Services and Cattaraugus County Health Department and provide preparedness training to the community.

Offers older adults, ages 55+, the opportunity to work with children in need. Foster Grandparents are present in classrooms, childcare centers, and Head Start programs throughout Niagara County. Foster Grandparents can serve as mentors, tutors, caregivers, or role models to the children they work with. Income-eligible volunteers are provided with a tax-free stipend, accident and liability insurance, and mileage reimbursement. A minimum of 10 hours of service per week is required; the maximum amount of hours per week is 40. A comprehensive background check and physical are required before service may begin.

This program offers older adults an opportunity to give back to their community, through volunteering. They can give of their time, talents and experience to engage in service activities that will assist in meeting the need of the community.

Whether teaching children or adults to read, protecting the environment, or providing much-needed support to non-profit agencies, RSVP volunteers are making their communities stronger. There are no education, experience, nor income requirements to belong to RSVP. We engage men and women age 55 and better in meaningful volunteer service that strengthens the well being of both self and community.

Full/Part time volunteer opportunities for qualified senior individuals to assist developmentally disabled adults with activity & living skills. Senior Companions receive a hourly stipend, meal and transportation reimbursement.

Works with Older Adult Volunteers who volunteer between 5 and 40 hours each week and draw from personal wisdom and experience to help children meet social, academic, and developmental goals under the supervision of teachers and center directors. Foster grandparents serve at one of the following educational sites: Head Start Centers, Buffalo Public Schools, charter or parochial schools, educational preschool programs, and select after school educational programs. Eligible adults are those ages 55 and above, who live in Erie County and meet income guidelines.

Assists older adults 60 years old and over with services and resources to help them maintain the quality of life and independence that they have. Referrals may include health and wellness services, social enrichment activities, advocacy, case management, and home visits.

Offers a variety of home care options, from basic medical and daily living needs, to more specialized medical care, skilled nursing, infusion therapy, and support services for traumatic brain injury. Short-term in-home respite care is also available for families/caretakers, along with a companionship program for older adults who need someone to visit or help with simple tasks in a patient's home or in a health care facility.

Provides list of older adult job seekers 55+ yrs to people seeking personal care, companions, assistance with chores, handyman and homemaking assistance. Long-term, short-term or one-time jobs. Senior helpers are paid by the people requesting the jobs. People interested in hiring are encouraged to screen senior helpers.

Seeking volunteers 55+ years of age to serve as tutors and mentors to children in a local school in your community. Foster grandparents work alongside teachers in a classroom setting to provide nurturing, support, and assistance to children as needed. Volunteers must attend training as required. Volunteers who meet income guidelines will receive a stipend, and all volunteers receive benefits including travel reimbursement, meal allowance, recognition, training and ongoing support, and socialization.

Offers a full range of volunteer opportunities for older adults, with local and national organizations. Individuals choose how and where they want to serve, the amount of time to give, and if they want to draw on their skills or develop new ones. Participants receive pre-service orientation, training from the organization, and supplemental insurance while on duty.

Friendship Center volunteers, Home Delivered Meals drivers, Clerical Assistance, Picnic and Outdoor Event Help (spring, summer and fall), Health Insurance Counseling (HIICAP), Exercise Coaching, A Matter of Balance Leaders, Tai Chi leaders, Friendly Calls volunteers. Free training is provided as necessary. Many of the above volunteering options are suitable for students who need to fulfill school and/or house-of-worship community service requirements, particularly our OFA Picnics and other OFA events.

Offers volunteer opportunities to older adults to give of their time and talents in community services without any restrictions based on education, income or experience.

Coordinates individuals ages 55 years and older with local volunteer stations such as public schools, Head Start centers, and after-school programs to connect with youth.

Check back regularly for announcements of in-person group programs being offered at our Westchester offices and our community partner locations. While activities will range widely, all events will offer fun and interesting opportunities for socializing and enjoying the company of people 60+ who reside in Westchester.

Gives senior citizens the opportunity to share their lifetime skills, talents, and abilities with youth with a developmental and/or learning disability. Foster grandparents can spend 15 to 40 hours each week at local elementary schools, daycare centers, and head start sites, giving one-to-one attention, encouragement, and support to children needing assistance in overcoming physical, mental, social and emotional obstacles.

* Offers a senior companion program, which includes paid opportunities for low-income older adults to volunteer with frail older adults. Services include: Companionship Transportation to medical appointments Grocery shopping Daily errands Light meal preparation Respite Socialization* Offers a foster grandparents program, which includes paid opportunities for low-income older adults to volunteer with children in area schools, child care centers, and Head Start Programs.

Encourages and fosters the development and maintenance of volunteer opportunities for Americans ages 55 & older.