Help Seniors Today With YMCA OPAS! Any Day and Valley Wide!
- Duration
- Recruiting now
- Location
- Scottsdale, AZ
Opportunity Details
Ongoing
In-Person
Recruiting now
6869 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
About this Opportunity
YMCA Outreach Program for Aging Seniors (Y-OPAS)The YMCA's Outreach Program for Aging Seniors is a community effort, offering free support to seniors (65+) in need. Services are provided by wonderful volunteers. The mission of Y-OPAS is to enable seniors to maintain independent living in their own homes as long as possible. After starting in Ahwatukee in 2001, Y-OPAS expanded in 2023 to also serve both Scottsdale Paradise Valley and the Southwest Valley. Volunteers have the flexibility to choose their role, to sign up any time or day of the week, and as often as desired, with each service typically lasting around 1.5 - 2.5 hours. The 65+ population is the fastest growing demographic both nationally and locally in Arizona, and we need YOU!
How can you help?
- Provide transportation to and from appointments.
- Grocery shopping and errands with or for seniors.
- Friendly connections - spend time with seniors in person or via phone.
- Social Planning & Events (Luncheons, Art Classes, Dominos, etc..).
- Paperwork & Tech Assistance.
- Minor Handyperson Assistance.
What are the Requirements to Volunteer?
- 21 years and older.
- Complete the New Volunteer Orientation.
- Pass a Background Check and Motor Vehicle Records Check.
- Have a Valid Driver's License, Auto Insurance, and a Reliable Vehicle.
Have a heart to serve seniors! Where are Volunteers Needed?
- Scottsdale & Paradise Valley (85028, 85032, 85250, 85253, 85254, 85258, 85260). are passionate about showing our gratitude and appreciation for the amazing work our volunteers do, so as a bonus, the YMCA OPAS provides referral incentives, meets together for monthly volunteer happy hour meetups, and more! Apply to be a Volunteer today! (Address listed is for the YMCA but opportunities exist throughout the community!)
Features
- Good for Families
- Good for Seniors
- Indoor Activity
- Outdoor Activity
Skills/Interests
- Media
- Relevant Skills Desirable
Issue area
- Arts & Culture
- Civil Rights
- Community Strengthening
- Disabilities
- Environment
- Health & Wellness
- Hunger
- Immigrant & Refugee Services
- Literacy
- Poverty
- Public Safety
- Seniors
- Sports & Recreation
- Technology
- Veterans & Military Families
- Women's Issues
Contact Information
- Kevin Sellers
- [email protected]
