VOLUNTEERING
The practice of people working on behalf of others or a particular cause without payment for time and services.
Generally considered an altruistic activity, volunteering is intended to promote good or improve human quality of life.
People also volunteer for their own skill development, to meet others, to make contacts for possible employment, to have fun, and a variety of other reasons.
The Wellesley Council on Aging provides opportunities for individuals of all ages to volunteer by assisting with programs and activities that support seniors and helps seniors find volunteer opportunities that keep them engaged and active in a variety of ways.
Click here to view/print our volunteer application.
Examples of current volunteering opportunities available at the Council on Aging are listed below:
Volunteer Drivers Program |
Volunteer drives senior to various destinations within Wellesley and surrounding communities. Please click here to view the program flyer.
Flexible volunteer opportunity! Hours: Based on availablity of volunteer Schedule: Variable
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Senior Lunch Program |
Volunteer serves lunch to seniors adhering to specific health department guidelines. Please click here to view the program flyer.
2 hours weekly on a regular or alternating basis Hours: 11-1 on assigned day Schedule: As agreed upon with Volunteer Coordinator
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Council on Aging Newsletter |
As part of a group, prepares the Council on Aging Newsletter for mailing every other month at the Council on Aging
1-2 hours every other month Hours: Flexible Schedule: On call |
Wii Program Leaders |
As part of a two person team, facilitates Wii Program
2 hours every Monday Hours: 9-11AM Schedule: Rotating throughout year |
Learning Leaders |
Learning Leaders teach and/or facilitate classes on specific subjects. Subjects are either proposed by volunteer leaders or sought based on interest.
2 hours weekly for a specified number of sessions Hours: Vary depending on instructors schedule Schedule: 6-8 weeks as specified |
Teddy Bear Project |
Volunteers hand craft stuffed Teddy Bears that are donated to children through area charities and hospitals.
1.5 hours every Wednesday Hours: 9:30-11:00 Schedule: September through May |
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