May 15, 2008 05:54 am Hospice volunteer training each Friday from 9 a.m. to noon through Friday June 20 at the office of Rockingham VNA and Hospice, 137 Epping Road, Exeter, N.H. For more information, call 603-772-2981 or 800-540-2981 ext. 140.
Allegiance Hospice is seeking compassionate individuals to provide companionship to patients in local nursing homes. As part of an interdisciplinary team you will have the opportunity for a rewarding and unique volunteer experience. Training and ongoing support provided, weekly commitment of one to two hours. For more information, call Amy Cirigliano at 877-255-4623. ><p>
Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley Inc. needs volunteers to help with the distribution of food for the Brown Bag Program on the first Tuesday of every month from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. The program operates from the Pentucket Lake School at 252 Concord St. For more information, call Janice Boyd at 800-892-0890, ext. 1321.
Home Health VNA opportunities Visiting resource volunteers: Work one-on-one with patients and families providing companionship, respite, advocacy and help with routine errands. Matches can be short or long term depending on need. Patients reside throughout the service area. Volunteers can expect complete orientation, ongoing training and support, and the chance to make a difference in their own community. A vehicle, good driving record and proof of insurance is required. Administrative volunteers: Help the administrative staff in the Lawrence site copy and collate documents, tally evaluation results, prepare bulk mailings and input data. Great organizational skills, typing/keyboarding, familiarity with PC, copier and fax a plus, but will train. Patient satisfaction surveyors with solid communication skills and/or bilingual capability who wish to speak with newly admitted home care patients regarding service delivery and quality. Assignment will include automating survey tool, communicating survey results to staff and developing systems for follow up. Community health clinic assistants to help register patients at health clinics hosted at senior centers and housing sites throughout the Merrimack Valley. Greet participants and help them complete registration forms and assist nursing staff with setup, literature and supplies. Vehicle, good driving record and proof of insurance is required. These ongoing programs require a weekly commitment of four hours at one of four office locations in Newburyport, Lawrence, Peabody and Chelmsford. All agency volunteers must complete a written application, attend a personal interview, consent to a CORI and participate in an eight-hour introductory agency orientation. For more information, call Elaine Miller at 978-552-4525. ><p>
The Merrimack Valley Jewish Coalition for Literacy is beginning its sixth year of helping school children in Haverhill, Lawrence, Andover and North Andover with reading. To learn more or volunteer to help children learn to become better readers, call Sherry Comerchero at 978-975-0006. ><p>
Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley is seeking volunteers to be advocates or ombudsmen for nursing home residents in Greater Lowell. An ombudsman helps protect the rights of nursing home residents by visiting assigned nursing homes on a regular basis to help resolve issues on the residents' behalf. Mileage reimbursement is available. An orientation, training and ongoing support is provided. For more information, call 800-892-0890, ext. 445 or 463. ><p>
Parents Helping Parents, a network of support groups for parents who want to improve relationships with their children, needs volunteers to act as group facilitators. Volunteers must commit to three hours a week for at least one year. Training and ongoing supervision are provided. For more information, call 800-882-1250.
John Greenleaf Whittier Birthplace is looking for volunteer docents. The prospective tour guides will need to attend a one-hour training session. To register or for more information, call 978-407-1955.
Ruth's House, a nonprofit, nondenominational thrift store located at 28 Lafayette Square, is in need of school clothing and shoes for children and youth. Also needed are new sheets, blankets, pillows and new underwear, and socks for women, men, teens, children and plus sizes. Donations may be brought to the store Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Financial donations are always welcome. Both financial and material donations are tax-deductible. For more information, contact Christine at 978-521-5575. ><p>
Horizons for Homeless Children is looking for volunteers to play with some great kids for two hours a week. Your time can make a world of difference for the children living in homeless shelters in Massachusetts. A commitment of six months and attendance at a training session are required. For more information, call Sheila Carman at 978-557-2182.
Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley, 360 Merrimack St., Lawrence, is looking for volunteers to work as companions for elders living alone and who need help with day-to-day tasks. Volunteer drivers are also needed to drive elders to medical appointments. Mileage reimbursement is available. Orientation, training and ongoing support provided. For information, call 800-892-0890, ext. 463 or 445.
Home Health VNA volunteer program, Home Health Partners, is looking for volunteers. Tasks include assisting with fundraising, clerical duties and calling homebound elders. For information, call 978-552-4186.
VNA Care Network & Hospice is looking for volunteers to provide practical and emotional support to terminally ill patients and their families in the Merrimack Valley. Volunteers receive training, ongoing supervision and support. For information, call 888-663-3688, ext. 1402, or visit www.vnacarenetwork.org.
The Carriage Barn Equestrian Center in Newton, N.H., is looking for volunteers to assist with therapeutic riding lessons and hippotherapy sessions. Volunteers are needed Monday and Tuesday afternoons and Fridays between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Programs provide services to people of all ages who have physical, mental or emotional disabilities. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old. For further information, call 603-378-0140, e-mail carriagebarn6@earthlink.net or visit www.carriage-barn.com.
Children's Friend and Family Services is in need of adult mentors to serve as positive role models and friends for children in the Haverhill area. Volunteers agree to commit to one year of service. Training and ongoing support are provided for volunteers. For information, call 978-372-8516, ext. 634.
Merrimack Valley Pioneer Clown Troupe is seeking additional volunteers. Please send your full name, address, e-mail and home telephone number and days you are available to Merrimack Valley Pioneer Clowns, P.O. Box 123, Kingston, NH 03848. ><p>
Haverhill Boys Club needs volunteers willing to serve as tutors, homework helpers, computer instructors, woodworking instructors, a game room attendant, supper hour supervisor, a teen group adviser and basketball referees. For information, call 978-374-6171.
Substance Abuse Helpline seeks volunteers for their 24-hour, seven-day-a-week information and education phone service to persons affected by alcoholism and substance abuse. For information, call 617-536-0501, ext. 201 or visit www.helpline-online.com.
The Haverhill Historical Society seeks volunteer tour guides inside the Buttonwoods Museum and to help out with general office duties, such as filing and data entry. A person is also sought to help with a major reorganization project. Ideal for retirees. For information, call 978-374-4626.
Northern Essex Elder Transport needs volunteer drivers to assist seniors with medical appointments. Drivers receive a reimbursement of 32 cents a mile and have supplemental liability insurance. Drivers provide door-to-door service for essential shopping and social interaction as well. For details, call 978-388-7474.
Big Brother/Big Sister needs volunteers for northern Essex County and southern New Hampshire to provide consistent one-on-one mentoring and support to children ages 6 to 14 for a few hours a week. Training and ongoing support provided for volunteers. For information, call 978-372-8126.
Court Appointed Special Advocate Program needs adult volunteers from the Merrimack Valley and southern New Hampshire to advocate for child victims of abuse and neglect. Training is provided to those who commit to serving 15 to 20 hours a month for two years. For information, call 978-685-0502, ext. 511, or 978-683-9505, ext. 17.
Emmaus Inc., a family shelter, needs volunteers to provide meals for homeless guests. For information, call 978-241-3500.
Habitat for Humanity needs skilled and unskilled volunteers to assist with a variety of building project needs. People are also needed to act as greeters in the Lawrence office to assist with registration of volunteers. For information, call 978-681-8858.
Literacy Aid for Youth and Family Literacy Program of the Haverhill Public Schools needs tutors for students and volunteers to assist with their adult education classes. For information, call 978-469-8706.
Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of the Cruelty to Animals needs volunteers for its shelter at Nevins Farm and Equine Center, Methuen. Minimum age is 14. For information, call 978-687-7453.
Meals on Wheels needs drivers to deliver hot meals to the elderly. A daily stipend is paid for one to two hours of work at lunchtime. You must have your own car. For details, call 978-686-1422.
Merrimack Valley Chapter of the Red Cross needs volunteers to help disaster victims and those in need of emergency medical attention. Office receptionist volunteers are also needed. For information, call 978-683-2465.
Samaritans of the Merrimack Valley needs volunteers to staff its 24-hour crisis hot line. Training is provided. For information, call 978-688-0030.
Trauma Intervention Programs of Merrimack Valley provide emotional and practical support to victims of traumatic events. Volunteers are called in by police, firefighters and paramedics to help out in a crisis. To take part, write to TIP at 167 East St., Methuen, MA 01844. For information, call 978-975-8471.
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