Pick Me! I'll Volunteer!
I'm one of those people who raises their hand for EVERYTHING! Need someone to roll breakfast burritoes for local first responders? I'll do it! Need someone to serve lunch at the Senior Center? My pleasure! Need someone to make phone calls about the upcoming lunch? Where's the list of phone numbers?
Early last year I realized I was over committed. I was doing too much and spreading myself too thin. I resigned from some of the organizations I was involved with and decided to focus on a few things that I felt passionate about.
What's left on my plate?
The Alzheimer's Association
I have been volunteering for the Association for since 1999! My paternal Grandmother had Alzheimer's and this was something I could do to fight the disease. I have a team for this year's Walk to End Alzheimer's on September 17th and have raised close to $1000. (I'm about $200 shy, if you'd like to make a donation!
Seniors' Council of Douglas County
Our niche market is working with Seniors and folks getting ready to retire and this group works with the same age group. We are advocates for this population. This year I was appointed Vice Chair and I'm loving it.
Parker Senior Center
I volunteer my time when I can. Rich and I serve lunch once a month (at least) and we bring dessert for the birthday/anniversary celebration on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. We are very involved in their activities and we help with fundraising efforts. (A portion from our yard sale this week will be donated.)
Stephen Ministry
As a Stephen Minister (after hours of intense training), I am paired with a person in need. I walk alongside them as they grieve a loss of a job, house, spouse, child or job; face illness, surgery, hospitalization; or any struggle. I'm there to listen and support them, not judge or problem solve. There's no time limit, the relationship lasts as long as it needs too. For more information, click on the link.
What are you passionate about? How do YOU volunteer your time?
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