Become a Volunteer
If you are looking for a rewarding, flexible and stimulating volunteer opportunity…look no further. Just 2 – 3 hours of your time per week, at a time that is convenient to you, can make a world of difference to a senior who is no longer able to drive or to manage simple tasks that many of us do without even thinking about it. For example, changing a light bulb or taking out the trash is more than a task for some. Just imagine carrying three bags of groceries, using a walker, and riding a bus. A little of your time will make a real difference in someone’s ability to age with care and dignity.
While this website and our staff can tell you that it is a great volunteer experience, it may mean more coming from the existing cadre of volunteers.
Evaluation survey results from the volunteers:
| Volunteers’ Feelings | Percentage who agree |
|---|---|
| Proud to be associated with The Senior Connection | 97% |
| Feeling of satisfaction with placements | 96% |
| Feel appreciated by the care receivers | 100% |
| Feel that their volunteer experience is rewarding | 93% |
| IMPACT ON THE VOLUNTEERS | Percentage who agree |
|---|---|
| Feel that they make a difference in their local community | 82% |
| Feel better about themselves | 78% |
| Meets their civic duty requirement | 82% |
| Feel more appreciated | 79% |
| Feel more involved in the community | 76% |
| Feel more knowledgeable about community resources | 74% |
| More active overall | 70% |
| More socially connected | 70% |
To become a volunteer for the regular services, which includes transportation download VolunteerApplication. To apply on-line use: On-line VolunteerForm2011
To become a volunteer for the Shoppers Program download Shoppers Program Volunteer Application .
Either fax a copy to 301 962-0892 or mail it to:
3950 Ferrara Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20906
