Help Seniors Remain Independent
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ElderHelp is seeking volunteers to help older adults live independently and with dignity in their own homes. There are a variety of opportunities to choose from depending on your interests and availability. They'll match you with a senior to help with tasks of your choice on an ongoing basis (every 2 weeks) such as grocery shopping, sorting mail & paperwork, home safety related projects, friendly conversations/visits. Build a rapport and create a new friendship while helping a senior maintain their independence!
Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes
Signing Up: The onboarding process includes an application, virtual orientation, background check, driving record check, reference checks and interview. This process may take a couple of weeks to complete.
Time Commitment: 4 hours per month (2 hours every other week) for a minimum of 6 months, if possible. Visits with seniors typically take place every other week.
Attire: Casual and appropriate
Physical Requirements: Assisting with grocery shopping would involve lifting items and bags of groceries. Assisting with home safety related repairs may also involve some physical activity.
Desired Skills/Experience: Patience and compassion. For assisting with minor home repairs, experience is helpful but not required.
Location: This volunteer opportunity takes place in clients' homes or in the community throughout Central San Diego, parts of East County and North County. Additional information will be provided through the process.
About ElderHelp
ElderHelp provides personalized services and information that help seniors remain independent and live with dignity in their own homes.
Minimum age: 18.
About Bay2Bay
Bay2Bay Foundation provides free, personalized one-on-one tutoring for K–12 students, bridging the educational gap for underserved communities through quality instruction, trained volunteer mentors, and a technology-driven learning platform. We believe that every child deserves access to high-quality education, regardless of their socioeconomic background or geographic location. Our approach centers on individualized curriculum, flexible session scheduling, and regular check-ins with families to support both academic progress and personal growth. Our programming is rooted in State Common Core Standards and delivered by trained volunteer tutors who provide instruction in math, science, English, ESL, creative writing, coding, and more.
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