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Volunteer

As people retire from their careers, their children become more independent and the demands of life slow, they may find themselves with time, wisdom and knowledge to give others. Connected Living has many volunteer opportunities to consider.

  • AmeriCorps
  • Foster Grandparent Program
  • Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
  • Senior Companion 

Dignity Health Connected Living Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are instrumental in providing services to our elderly and under-served community. Over 300 volunteers work in Connected Living’s various programs. Any interested individuals are encouraged to call (530) 226-3009 to learn more about volunteering at Connected Living.

Activities Assistant

Volunteers needed to encourage client participation in daily activities in the Adult Day Health Care setting. Some of the activities may include arts, crafts, games, reading, etc.

Advocacy

Volunteers needed to meet and greet public, provide resources and information, make appropriate referrals and assist with paperwork as needed. Volunteers also needed to call and check in on frail homebound seniors and report back to the Connected Living office.

Clerical

Working in administrative offices performing clerical duties. Volunteers needed to assist with copying, filing, sorting, stuffing envelopes, data entry, etc.

Entertainment

Singers, dancers, comedians and musicians. Volunteers needed to perform in the Adult Day Health Care program.

Special Events & Projects

Volunteers needed to help with special events. Park clean up, Adopt a Senior, Shoebox project, open houses, greeters, winter and spring celebrations, recruitment, recognitions, mailings and other special projects.

TeleCare

Daily check in call to homebound frail senior clients to see how they are doing.

Senior Corps Program

Foster Grandparent Program

Senior Companion Program

Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

Other positions available include:

  • Kitchen Helper
  • Dining Center Assistant
  • Greeter
  • Computer Class Instructor
  • Food Bank Worker
  • Meals on Wheels Delivery Driver
  • Fundraising Aid

If you have the time and are ready to try new things and make a difference in your community, read the Volunteer Program Fact Sheet and complete the Volunteer Application. Bring your completed application to the Connected Living Administration office. We’d love to speak with you about volunteer opportunities.

Volunteering: Easier Than You Think

Call (530) 223-6034 today to speak with one of our team members to find out more about volunteer opportunities in our area, or view our application.

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