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2 people are interested
Represent Tillamook County in Senior Advisory Council
ORGANIZATION: Meals On Wheels NorthWest in Monmouth
Please visit the new page to apply.
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2 people are interested
NorthWest Senior and Disability Services is currently accepting applications from volunteers interested in serving as a Senior Advisory Council member representing Tillamook County.
For an application or more information please contact:
Zaira Flores Marin, Bilingual Council and Volunteer Coordinator
503-304-3451
Zaira.flores@nwsds.org
What you'll do:
- ADVICES NWSDS EXECUTIVES ON ISSUES related to Medicaid, Medicare, long term services and supports, elder abuse, senior nutrition and health, and more…
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About Meals On Wheels NorthWest in Monmouth
Location:
Monmouth Senior Center, 180 Warren St S, Monmouth, OR 97361, US
Mission Statement
"The mission of NorthWest Senior & Disability Services is to promote dignity, independence and health: honor choice & empower people."
Description
NorthWest Senior & Disability Services (NWSDS) is a local intergovernmental agency that was created in 1982. Designated as the Area Agency on Aging for Clatsop, Marion, Polk, Tillamook and Yamhill Counties. NWSDS is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating and arranging services for seniors and people with disabilities in these five counties.
Funds for the operation of NWSDS and its programs come from the federal and state government, as well as from community groups and individual donations. NWSDS also relies heavily on dedicated and compassionate volunteers who serve in the following programs:
- Meals on Wheels
- Senior Dining Centers
- Oregon Money Management Program
- SHIBA (Medicare Counselors)
- Peer Mentoring Program
- Advisory Councils
PLEASE CONTACT US TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WONDERFUL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES OFFERED AT NWSDS.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
5010 E. Third St.Tillamook, OR 97141
DATE POSTED
January 3, 2025
SKILLS
- Advocacy
- Community Outreach
- Critical Thinking
- Networking
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum of approx 3 hour commitment once a month for meetings and 3-5 hours per month for emails, readings, reviewing meeting materials, and other activities.
- Background Check (which may include fingerprints) Must be at least 18 Applicants must complete an application.