Volunteer: Friendly Visits/Friendly Phone Calls to Senior AdultsSilver Spring Village sustains a robust neighbors-helping-neighbors network that supports older adults who wish to live as independently as possible and be fully engaged in their community as they age. Our service area includes zip codes 20910, 20901, 20815 east of Rock Creek Park part of 20902 (Wheaton) east and south of Wheaton Regional Park as well as Kemp Mill. Members are looking to connect with people through friendly visits/friendly phone calls to help them feel less isolated. A friendly visit can sometimes include a walk around the neighborhood. Volunteering with Silver Spring Village is flexible; you can spend as much time volunteering as your schedule permits. Village volunteers must undergo a criminal background screening and attend an orientation/training session before volunteering. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Vanessa Ripps at vanessa.ripps@silverspringvillage.org Organization: Silver Spring Village, Inc. Silver Spring Village sustains a robust neighbors-helping-neighbors network that supports older adults who wish to live as independently as possible and be fully engaged in their community as they age. Our service area includes zip codes 20910, 20901, 20815 east of Rock Creek Park part of 20902 (Wheaton) east and south of Wheaton Regional Park as well as Kemp Mill. Members are looking to connect with people through friendly visits/friendly phone calls to help them feel less isolated. A friendly visit can sometimes include a walk around the neighborhood. Volunteering with Silver Spring Village is flexible; you can spend as much time volunteering as your schedule permits. Village volunteers must undergo a criminal background screening and attend an orientation/training session before volunteering. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Vanessa Ripps at vanessa.ripps@silverspringvillage.org Organization: Silver Spring Village, Inc. Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20910 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Yardwork/Garden Help for SeniorsSilver Spring Village sustains a robust neighbors-helping-neighbors network that supports older adults who wish to live as independently as possible and be fully engaged in their community as they age. Our service area includes zip codes 20910, 20901, 20815 east of Rock Creek Park part of 20902 (Wheaton) east and south of Wheaton Regional Park as well as Kemp Mill. Volunteers are requested to help with weeding, mulching or planting flowers or a vegetable garden. Members might also ask for a volunteer to help get their yard ready for a change of season or other small projects around their yard. Volunteering with Silver Spring Village is flexible. Volunteers can do as much or as little as their schedule allows. Village volunteers must undergo a criminal background screening and attend an orientation/training session before volunteering. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Vanessa Ripps at vanessa.ripps@silverspringvillage.org Organization: Silver Spring Village, Inc. Silver Spring Village sustains a robust neighbors-helping-neighbors network that supports older adults who wish to live as independently as possible and be fully engaged in their community as they age. Our service area includes zip codes 20910, 20901, 20815 east of Rock Creek Park part of 20902 (Wheaton) east and south of Wheaton Regional Park as well as Kemp Mill. Volunteers are requested to help with weeding, mulching or planting flowers or a vegetable garden. Members might also ask for a volunteer to help get their yard ready for a change of season or other small projects around their yard. Volunteering with Silver Spring Village is flexible. Volunteers can do as much or as little as their schedule allows. Village volunteers must undergo a criminal background screening and attend an orientation/training session before volunteering. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Vanessa Ripps at vanessa.ripps@silverspringvillage.org Organization: Silver Spring Village, Inc. Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20910 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Transportation for Senior AdultsSilver Spring Village sustains a robust neighbors-helping-neighbors network that supports older adults who wish to live as independently as possible and be fully engaged in their community as they age. Our service area includes zip codes 20910, 20901, 20815 east of Rock Creek Park part of 20902 (Wheaton) east and south of Wheaton Regional Park as well as Kemp Mill. Silver Spring Village members request rides either because they do not drive or are having a medical procedure for which they should not be driving. Volunteers drive members to medical appointments, exercise classes, grocery shopping or to Village events. Volunteering with Silver Spring Village is flexible, you can choose to do as much or as little as your schedule permits. All volunteers must undergo a criminal background screening and an orientation/training session before volunteering. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Vanessa Ripps at vanessa.ripps@silverspringvillage.org Organization: Silver Spring Village, Inc. Silver Spring Village sustains a robust neighbors-helping-neighbors network that supports older adults who wish to live as independently as possible and be fully engaged in their community as they age. Our service area includes zip codes 20910, 20901, 20815 east of Rock Creek Park part of 20902 (Wheaton) east and south of Wheaton Regional Park as well as Kemp Mill. Silver Spring Village members request rides either because they do not drive or are having a medical procedure for which they should not be driving. Volunteers drive members to medical appointments, exercise classes, grocery shopping or to Village events. Volunteering with Silver Spring Village is flexible, you can choose to do as much or as little as your schedule permits. All volunteers must undergo a criminal background screening and an orientation/training session before volunteering. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Vanessa Ripps at vanessa.ripps@silverspringvillage.org Organization: Silver Spring Village, Inc. Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20910 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Technology Support to SeniorsSilver Spring Village sustains a robust neighbors-helping-neighbors network that supports older adults who wish to live as independently as possible and be fully engaged in their community as they age. Our service area includes zip codes 20910, 20901, 20815 east of Rock Creek Park part of 20902 (Wheaton) east and south of Wheaton Regional Park as well as Kemp Mill. Members who have computers, cell phones, smart televisions and other technological tools are often asking for help with their devices. It could be helping a member set up a new printer, helping them out when their device freezes or teaching them how to use their smart TV. Volunteering with Silver Spring Village is flexible; you can provide service for as much or as little time as your schedule permits. Village volunteers must undergo a criminal background screening and attend an orientation/training session before volunteering. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Vanessa Ripps at vanessa.ripps@silverspringvillage.org Organization: Silver Spring Village, Inc. Silver Spring Village sustains a robust neighbors-helping-neighbors network that supports older adults who wish to live as independently as possible and be fully engaged in their community as they age. Our service area includes zip codes 20910, 20901, 20815 east of Rock Creek Park part of 20902 (Wheaton) east and south of Wheaton Regional Park as well as Kemp Mill. Members who have computers, cell phones, smart televisions and other technological tools are often asking for help with their devices. It could be helping a member set up a new printer, helping them out when their device freezes or teaching them how to use their smart TV. Volunteering with Silver Spring Village is flexible; you can provide service for as much or as little time as your schedule permits. Village volunteers must undergo a criminal background screening and attend an orientation/training session before volunteering. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Vanessa Ripps at vanessa.ripps@silverspringvillage.org Organization: Silver Spring Village, Inc. Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20910 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Tech CoachSilver Spring Village sustains a robust neighbors-helping-neighbors network that supports older adults who wish to live as independently as possible and be fully engaged in their community as they age. Our service area includes zip codes 20910, 20901, 20815 east of Rock Creek Park part of 20902 (Wheaton) east and south of Wheaton Regional Park as well as Kemp Mill. Through our Tech Coaching program, members of the Village receive one-to-one tutoring on technology devices. We are seeking Volunteers who will work with members to help them gain confidence in their use of technology. This role can be done either virtually or in person depending on what the member and coach decide. Along with the orientation/training that all volunteers receive, Tech Coaches receive a training specific to this activity. Volunteering with Silver Spring Village is flexible, you can spend as much or as little time as your schedule permits. Village volunteers must undergo a criminal background screening and attend an orientation/training session before volunteering. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Vanessa Ripps at vanessa.ripps@silverspringvillage.org Organization: Silver Spring Village, Inc. Silver Spring Village sustains a robust neighbors-helping-neighbors network that supports older adults who wish to live as independently as possible and be fully engaged in their community as they age. Our service area includes zip codes 20910, 20901, 20815 east of Rock Creek Park part of 20902 (Wheaton) east and south of Wheaton Regional Park as well as Kemp Mill. Through our Tech Coaching program, members of the Village receive one-to-one tutoring on technology devices. We are seeking Volunteers who will work with members to help them gain confidence in their use of technology. This role can be done either virtually or in person depending on what the member and coach decide. Along with the orientation/training that all volunteers receive, Tech Coaches receive a training specific to this activity. Volunteering with Silver Spring Village is flexible, you can spend as much or as little time as your schedule permits. Village volunteers must undergo a criminal background screening and attend an orientation/training session before volunteering. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Vanessa Ripps at vanessa.ripps@silverspringvillage.org Organization: Silver Spring Village, Inc. Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20910 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Running Errands for Senior AdultsSilver Spring Village sustains a robust neighbors-helping-neighbors network that supports older adults who wish to live as independently as possible and be fully engaged in their community as they age. Our service area includes zip codes 20910, 20901, 20815 east of Rock Creek Park part of 20902 (Wheaton) east and south of Wheaton Regional Park as well as Kemp Mill. Members sometimes ask for volunteers to run errands for them especially since many are no longer able to drive themselves. Examples include: picking up prescriptions at the pharmacy, groceries from the supermarket, or taking donations to a thrift store. Volunteering with Silver Spring Village is flexible, you can do as much or as little as you are able to do. Village volunteers must undergo a criminal background screening and an orientation/training session before volunteering. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Vanessa Ripps at vanessa.ripps@silverspringvillage.org Organization: Silver Spring Village, Inc. Silver Spring Village sustains a robust neighbors-helping-neighbors network that supports older adults who wish to live as independently as possible and be fully engaged in their community as they age. Our service area includes zip codes 20910, 20901, 20815 east of Rock Creek Park part of 20902 (Wheaton) east and south of Wheaton Regional Park as well as Kemp Mill. Members sometimes ask for volunteers to run errands for them especially since many are no longer able to drive themselves. Examples include: picking up prescriptions at the pharmacy, groceries from the supermarket, or taking donations to a thrift store. Volunteering with Silver Spring Village is flexible, you can do as much or as little as you are able to do. Village volunteers must undergo a criminal background screening and an orientation/training session before volunteering. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Vanessa Ripps at vanessa.ripps@silverspringvillage.org Organization: Silver Spring Village, Inc. Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20910 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Organizing Help for Senior AdultsSilver Spring Village sustains a robust neighbors-helping-neighbors network that supports older adults who wish to live as independently as possible and be fully engaged in their community as they age. Our service area includes zip codes 20910, 20901, 20815 east of Rock Creek Park part of 20902 (Wheaton) east and south of Wheaton Regional Park as well as Kemp Mill. Often members need help organizing a small space in their home such as a room, a cabinet or a drawer. They might ask for help with getting their documents in order at the end of the year or organizing clothes in their closets for the new season. Sometimes the request has to do with downsizing. Volunteers who would like to become Home Organizers receive a special training and often times work in pairs. You can volunteer with Silver Spring Village as much or as little as your schedule permits. Village volunteers must undergo a criminal background screening and orientation/training session before volunteering. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Vanessa Ripps at vanessa.ripps@silverspringvillage.org Organization: Silver Spring Village, Inc. Silver Spring Village sustains a robust neighbors-helping-neighbors network that supports older adults who wish to live as independently as possible and be fully engaged in their community as they age. Our service area includes zip codes 20910, 20901, 20815 east of Rock Creek Park part of 20902 (Wheaton) east and south of Wheaton Regional Park as well as Kemp Mill. Often members need help organizing a small space in their home such as a room, a cabinet or a drawer. They might ask for help with getting their documents in order at the end of the year or organizing clothes in their closets for the new season. Sometimes the request has to do with downsizing. Volunteers who would like to become Home Organizers receive a special training and often times work in pairs. You can volunteer with Silver Spring Village as much or as little as your schedule permits. Village volunteers must undergo a criminal background screening and orientation/training session before volunteering. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Vanessa Ripps at vanessa.ripps@silverspringvillage.org Organization: Silver Spring Village, Inc. Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20910 Allow Groups: No |