VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
OPPORTUNITIES TO HELP SENIORS IN SKAMANIA COUNTY
- Small home repairs, yard maintenance, and other helpful tasks at the senior’s home.
- Volunteer drivers
- Congregate Mealsite Tasks
Assistance at Senior’s Homes:
Some seniors in Skamania County need assistance with small home repairs, yard maintenance, and other tasks to help them maintain their independence and remain in their homes. If you have the time or a skill to volunteer, please consider being a volunteer. The Information & Assistance Specialist at Skamania County Senior Services keeps a list of volunteers who are willing to assist seniors. When a senior calls for assistance, the Specialist tries to match the task and a volunteer. Contact the I & A Specialist at 509-427-3994 or the main Senior Services number at 509-427-3990. Senior Services must complete a background check on the volunteer every two years.
Volunteer Drivers:
Seniors, persons with disabilities, and others in the community often need rides to medical and financial appointments. Senior Services must complete a background check on the volunteer every year. Additionally, volunteer drivers must also have proof of insurance, a good driving record, child safety training, passeneger safety and assistance training, first aid/CPR tranining,and a Senior Services inspection of their vehicles. Contract the Transportation Manager at Skamania County Senior Services at 509-427-3991 or the main Senior Services number at 509-427-3990.
Congregate Mealsite:
Senior Services welcomes volunteers to assist with cooking, setup and cleanup at the Congregate Mealsite luncheons on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Volunteers who work in the kitchen preparing food or cleaning up must have a State of Washington Food Handler’s Card. Contract the Mealsite Coordinator at 509-427-3973 or the main Senior Services number at 509-427-3990.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SENIORS IN SKAMANIA COUNTY
Many organizations in Skamania County need volunteer. If you are a senior and have an interest in volunteering, Contact the I & A Specialist at 509-427-3994 or the main Senior Services number at 509-427-3990. The Specialist will try to assist you in finding a volunteer opportunity to meet your interests.
