Benefits of Volunteering

Discover hands-on volunteering fun and the satisfaction of knowing that you are making a difference in the lives of seniors. Volunteers enjoy benefits such as:

• Satisfaction from bringing joy to the lives of seniors

• The sharing of laughter, warmth, incredible life stories

• Freedom to bring your child with you to volunteer

• Valuable work/internship experience

• Ability to fulfill service learning requirements  

• Opportunity to yell out “Bingo!”

• Chance to be creative and design your own volunteer project including: parties, games, art projects, home decorating, landscaping and more

Yes! I want to volunteer!

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can volunteer?
Interested individuals, high school age (14) and older,  church and school groups,  Scout groups, Eagle Scouts, service learning students,  corporate work teams,  families, moms with young children,  can volunteer.

What are the requirements?

• Take a tour and attend an orientation session  
• Complete application.
• Set up a scheduled time to volunteer.

Is there a minimum commitment I'm expected to volunteer?
The time commitment you give depends upon your availability and your interests.  Volunteers are welcome 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Volunteers are asked to call the manager at least one day before they plan to visit. 

How do I find the best volunteer opportunity for me?
With the help of the Volunteer Coordinator, your skills, interests and talents will be matched with the needs of seniors and the organization.  There are opportunities to volunteer working directly with residents or helping around the house or yard.  Volunteers interested in conducting collection drives are also welcome.  

Complete A Volunteer Interest Form

Or contact the Volunteer Coordinator at (630) 407-0440, Ext. 252.

Volunteer Opportunities

We need your time and talents!
                                               
Working with Seniors        
Work one-on-one with seniors, listening, talking, walking, laughing. Volunteers can read aloud to residents,  play Bingo, plan an ice cream social or senior prom, reminisce, create a scrap book, take residents to lunch or to the store, and more! 

Spruce up a house
If you like to clean or organize, there are many tasks around our homes that might fill your need to clean!

Plant flowers, tend a garden or perform, light landscaping

If your thumb is green (or even chartreuse), we can use your services to brighten up our yards. 

Group Projects
We welcome groups for one-time projects or ongoing partnerships. In the past, groups have repaired fences, stained decks, washed windows, painted walls, and other maintenance work.

Office Assistance
Assist staff with general clerical work, data entry, mailings, etc.

Special Events
Help plan and/or staff special events, including the annual fundraising event.

Special Skills
We welcome volunteers with special skills such as graphic design, marketing, and photography.