How to Volunteer with Seniors
October 2, 2019
We have the older generation to thank for forming the society we enjoy today. Why not give back and show them our appreciation? There are so many ways you can give back to seniors in the community. From relationship building to learning unique perspectives, volunteering will benefit you as much as it benefits them. If you are eager to get involved with the senior community, here are a few ways you to get started.
Volunteer in Your Local Neighborhood
There may be some seniors in your own backyard who are eager for some company. Volunteering in your neighborhood is an opportunity to meet and get to know the neighbors in your community. If you know a senior in your neighborhood who might need some company, schedule a time to visit. Simply stopping by for a visit can mean the world to a senior who longs for company.
How to Give Back as a Volunteer
To give back, you can plan activities, offer a helping hand, or just spend quality time. Here are some ideas you can use to start developing a relationship with your neighborhood seniors:
- Ask questions about their life experiences
- Pick up and drop off their groceries
- Provide transportation
- Help clean around their house
- Cook them a meal
- Participate in a hobby that they enjoy
Volunteer at an Assisted Living Community
Assisted living communities are the perfect place to spend quality time with many seniors at once. In fact, Encore at Avalon Park has several options for Central Florida volunteers looking to brighten a senior’s day. Such volunteer opportunities include:
- Local Outings – When memory care residents go on outings, they require constant supervision and monitoring. You can help aid our seniors while at parks, restaurants, and on the bus.
- Crafting – If you have a hand for sewing, knitting, or crocheting, then you can use your skills to craft a beautiful quilt, blanket, shawl, or bag to gift to a senior.
- Music & Memory – If you are a gifted vocalist or know how to play a musical instrument, you can share your talent with seniors during sing-a-longs or help them trigger memories by playing music from their favorite artists using headsets and digital equipment.
- Skilled Volunteers – Volunteering professional skills such as cosmetology, photography, and art are also valuable resources to assisted living communities.
- Administrative Aid – While not as glamorous, volunteers can provide tremendous support by assisting with Encore’s important day-to-day clerical duties. Help in the office with filing, mailing, data entry, and answering calls is always welcomed and appreciated.
Looking for a Local Community with Caring Volunteers?
If your loved one needs a community filled with genuine volunteers, then Encore at Avalon Park is the place you’ve been searching for. We foster a vibrant social setting and seek compassionate qualified people to join our volunteer team. If you’d like to schedule a tour or have questions about volunteer opportunities, call today at 407-270-7500.
