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Volunteer to drive seniors to their appointments or to the grocery store..

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ORGANIZATION: Villages of San Mateo County

  • 13 people are interested
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We would love to have you volunteer with us to drive seniors to their doctor appointments or to run errands. We hope that you'll chat with them and form a connection..

Its like taking your grandma or grandpa out to where they need to go.

Drivers make it possible for seniors to live independently when they no longer are in a position to drive themselves to places such as to medical and dental appointments, grocery shopping, church, banks, nail and hair salons, social activities .

Members request rides several days in advance via phone calls to Village Office, stating starting time, location, and ending time. They may request one-way or round trip rides. Volunteers check the online database and sign up to provide either a one-way or a round-trip ride, as their schedule permits.

Members may use a cane or walker to assist them getting to and from the driver's car. Driver must be able and willing to collapse walkers and place them temporarily in their car. Only drivers with Village training may assist members in wheelchairs. It's very rewarding and fun!

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About Villages of San Mateo County

Location:

P.O. Box 813, San Carlos, CA 94070, US

Mission Statement

Supporting our members with services, resources and community connections so they can enjoy vibrant, healthy and fulfilling lives in their own homes.

Description

Villages are vibrant grassroots communities of older adults who age actively in their own homes. Through a nonprofit, membership-based network, members make new connections, are exposed to different perspectives and give and receive mutual support. Villages are revolutionizing aging in our country. Their network of volunteers help people age interdependently by sponsoring social and educational activities, encouraging community engagement, and assisting members with services such as transportation, minor home repairs, technology, companionship and pet care. Fear of isolation is replaced with confidence that as older adults they can look forward to active lives filled with friendship, learning, and laughter.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
People with Disabilities
Seniors
Community, People with Disabilities, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Chestnut StreetSan Carlos, CA 94070

(37.501137,-122.26043)
 

SKILLS

  • People Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Relationship Building
  • Verbal / Written Communication

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 25
  • Orientation or Training
  • Flexible - commitment depends on volunteer
  • Able and willing to assist a member who is mobile but may require an arm for support when entering/exiting driver's car.

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