Opportunities From: United Way of Northwest Vermont

Often, as Vermonters age, family and friends are taking care of their loved ones so they can remain at home. Many of these caregivers become increasingly unable to care for themselves as they take on this loving responsibility at the expense of careers, families, and their own well-being. The cost and availability of a professional caregiver to provide them with respite is often unattainable. Age Well’s Respite Squad Volunteer Program provides the support that so many of our caregiving families desperately need.

Age Well is seeking to recruit respite volunteers who are willing to provide a break for caregivers. Respite volunteers are expected to commit to volunteering once a week for 3 hours. As a volunteer, you will build trust and bonds with a family to provide them with crucial assistance. You will also reap the benefit of having a rewarding and enjoyable volunteer experience, knowing that you are making a meaningful difference in your community.

For more information or to sign up to be an Age Well Respite volunteer please contact Age Well’s Volunteer Department at (802) 662-5249 or via email at volunteer@agewellvt.org. To learn more about Age Well visit: www.agewellvt.org

Happiness knocks when you volunteer to deliver a meal! Meals on Wheels provides so much more than a nutritious meal. The moment you knock on that door, you make a connection. It might be a quick hello or a conversation, but the impact lasts a lifetime. Not just for those receiving the meal, but for you, too.

We need your help. We are currently looking for folks who can:

Deliver routes regularly (every week or every other week on the same day). Substitute in for openings throughout the month. Serve as on call volunteers who are able to step in in the case of last-minute cancellations.

Time commitment is based on your availability--it can vary from one day a week to two days a month (weekdays only). Delivery is typically between 9:30 am and 11:30 am. 

For more information, please contact the Volunteer Office: volunteer@agewellvt.org or 802-662-5249 or visit https://www.agewellvt.org/giving-back

Since 1974, Age Well has been part of Vermont’s Area Agencies on Aging, coordinating services and care for older adults throughout Addison, Chittenden, Franklin, and Grand Isle Counties. Age Well provides services and resources to older Vermonters (60+) such as Meals on Wheels, Community Meals, Restaurant Ticket Programs, Special Events, Care and Service Coordination, and Health and Wellness opportunities like Tai Chi. All programs and services are offered at no cost to those that receive services.