Assisted living community for adults with memory impairment. Seeking compassionate teen volunteers to help create “moments of joy†for residents. One on one activities are especially needed. Volunteers receive training on how to work with this specific population. Activities may include singing and music, reminiscing, arts and crafts, trivia games and card games. Volunteers are encouraged to bring fresh ideas.
Catholic Charities
Volunteers needed to help with mentoring youth and with a friendly visiting program for the elderly. Call the main number to find out more information on specific programs offered.
Elder Care Links
Volunteers, ages 14 and up, are needed to work with seniors in Malta, Clifton Park and Halfmoon. One hour/week is desired for visiting, shopping, helping with small tasks or providing reassurance by telephone.
Office For The Aging: Delivered Meal Program
Volunteers to deliver meals to homebound citizens in Saratoga Springs, Wilton, Ballston Spa, Round Lake, Halfmoon, and South Glens Falls from 10:30-1:00pm weekdays. You can deliver once a week, twice a week, once a month, alone or with a parent or a friend.
Rebuilding Together Saratoga County (RTSC)
Bringing volunteers and communities together to improve the homes and lives of homeowners in need. Youth Involvement: 14-18yr olds. Includes building, painting. Week ends mostly but also some weekdays.
Saratoga County Office For The Aging
A nationwide volunteer program that links the interests of persons 55 and older to volunteer opportunities within their communities. At some of the sites in the county, youth volunteers are welcome. Call to find out more. Delivered Meal Program: Contact: Billie Jo McConkey 518-884-4100 Volunteers to deliver meals to homebound citizens in Saratoga Springs, Wilton, Ballston Spa, Round lake, Halfmoon … Read More
SSOAR: Students Sharing Opportunities: Saratoga Hospital And Nursing Home Junior Volunteer Program
Wide range of volunteer opportunities to gain patient and health care experience. Youth Involvement: ages 15-18, students volunteer for at least 48 hours in the summer, assist in the emergency center, regional therapy center, urgent care, women’s health services, nutritional services, the orthopedic center, and more. Intergenerational opportunity at the nursing home. Student volunteer duties include responsibility to assist in … Read More
Wesley Health Care Center
Volunteers, 14 years and older needed to work with seniors in the following ways: Friendly Visiting Program- work with one or a few of the residents, play games, take walks, read, write letters. Transport to beauty shop, perform clerical tasks, and assist with activities/special events. Grounds work- raking, watering plants. Help passing meal trays. Perform resident care tasks- folding linen. … Read More