Volunteering at JABA is a profoundly rewarding experience. As a volunteer, you have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers who may be facing challenges or feeling isolated. Volunteering allows you to use your unique skills to connect with seniors and staff, making a lasting impact in your community.
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Friends in Schools Helping (FISH)
Mentor students preschool through high school academically and emotionally. Remote or in-person options.
Training: Offered in fall
Availability: Primarily weekdays during school hours
Commitment: 1 hour per week for academic year
insurance counseling
Help seniors navigate insurance questions and Open Enrollment through becoming a counselor, admin assistant, or greeter. Remote or in-person options.
Training: Offered in fall and winter
Availability: Weekdays during business hours
Commitment: 3 hours per week for Oct-Dec or year-round
Activity support
Coordinate or assist with activities for members of our Community Senior Centers, Respite and Enrichment Centers, or At Home with JABA Programs. Remote and in-person options.
Training: Ongoing
Availability: Weekdays during business hours
Commitment: Flexible
Neighbor to neighbor
Support a senior in your community with Friendly Calls or Visit. Get to know someone while helping with practical needs like lawncare or shopping. Remote and in-person options.
Training: Ongoing
Availability: Flexible after training (weekdays during business hours)
Commitment: 1 hour per week for 3 months or flexible (one-time needs)
ADMINISTRATIVE HELP
Support JABA seniors by assisting with various administrative tasks like data entry, special projects, research, and phone calls. Remote and in-person options.
Training: Ongoing
Availability: Weekdays during business hours
Commitment: Flexible/varies
customized experience
Volunteer activities are often tailored to a an individuals’ interests and skills and could include internships, project development, workshop leading, advocacy, and more. Fill out an application to start exploring what drives your passion.
Training: Ongoing
Availability: Weekdays with possible remote/flexible options
Commitment: Flexible/varies
What volunteers are saying
“I appreciate the support JABA provides to help me help others.”
“The experience could not have been better!”
“Valuable opportunities for people at my stage of life (semi-retired).
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