DARTS

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People with Disabilities
Seniors

Location

1645 Marthaler LaneWest St. Paul, MN 55118 United States

Website:

http://www.dartsconnects.org

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Active Opportunities (4)

Break Buddies - Respite support for Caregivers

Flexible Schedule | Dakota County, MN 55118

Give a caregiver a much-needed break! Support a family caregiver by spending a little time with an older adult who has a chronic illness or disability. You’ll provide supervision and socialization for the older adult while the caregiver receives a break.... no medical or hands-on cares. You may play games, read, or do other various activities with the senior while their caregiver is away. Flexible schedule! Key Responsibilities: Provide respite support by visiting and supervising care receiver. Provide a stimulating activity if appropriate. Stay with care receiver until caregiver or other relief is present. Report all changes in care receiver status and concerns about the caregiver to assigned Service Coordinator. Participate in DARTS orientation & training, evaluation and on-going communication with Service Coordinator. Understand and follow the DARTS Volunteer Guidelines. Report monthly volunteer service hours. COVID-19 Vaccinated individuals preferred. CURRENT OPENINGS: EAGAN, INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, WEST ST PAUL, FARMINGTON

Date Posted: 2024-10-15
Technology Buddy for an OIder Adult in Dakota County

Flexible Schedule | West St. Paul, MN 55118

As a DARTS Tech Buddy, you will empower older adults to better understand and use everyday technology to stay connected. You will work alongside older adults to confidently utilize technology in their lives. Volunteers are notified as a tech request comes in, and hours are flexible according to your schedule. What will I help with?* Answer tech questions to the best of your ability Provide education on technology topics such as video calls, photo storage, customizing settings, using the internet, downloading apps, using calendars, etc. Facilitate conversations with older adults around how they currently use technology and if there are technology solutions that could benefit their lives Listen for warning signs of scams *Tech Buddies will not help with fixing hardware, password recovery, managing financial or health information.

Date Posted: 2024-12-17
Learning Buddies - Volunteer in a school

Flexible Schedule | Saint Paul, MN 55118

Learning Buddies volunteers connect with elementary students in Dakota & Southern Washington County schools to provide academic support and create intergenerational connections. Volunteers work with the same class and teacher for the entire school year. Contact volunteer@darts1.org or call 651-234-2227 to learn more. Key Responsibilities and Qualifications Volunteers are ages 55+ Ability to relate well and communicate with children Agree to treat all children equally and with respect Work with students once a week throughout the school year Attend an orientation and training session Take direction from the teacher to provide reading, math, science, art or other support Willingness to follow guidelines as determined by DARTS and the participating school

Date Posted: 2024-12-17
"Blizzard Buddies" - Snow Shoveling for Seniors Volunteer

2024-12-15 - 2025-03-01 | , MN 55118

Overview: Volunteer will make a connection with an older homeowner in the southeast Twin Cities metro area by taking care of their snow removal throughout the winter season. Snow removal happens when it snows 2 inches or more in a single snowstorm. Volunteers are asked to remove snow within 24 hour timeframe and then report back to DARTS the amount of time spent at the home. **Volunteer role lasts throughout the winter season which could be as early as October and as late as April.

Date Posted: 2024-12-17

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Mission Statement

DARTS recognizes the transition involved in aging and our history reflects our adaptiveness to address changing community aging needs. DARTS services empower older adults to age independently in place and support caregivers. Our services are available to all seniors and caregivers regardless of income, race, and background. DARTS works to be a community partner across generations while living out our mission of creating connections that enrich aging.

Description

DARTS is a nonprofit organization that has provided personalized and professional services for older adults and caregivers in the Twin Cities southeast metro for 50 years and counting!

DARTS services include things like:

light housework
outdoor chores
home repairs
caregiving resources
resource connection
volunteer opportunities
and transportation

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by Kate V. (2017-11-02 11:33:22.0)

Very friendly organization!

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