Bingo Callers – Do you love the game of bingo? We need callers who can use computerized bingo software and call out the numbers. A strong voice and the ability to wrangle competitive players are a must.
Board Member – Do you like to govern? We have a seven-member board with three-year terms. At least two positions are available each June.
Community Choir – Seeking a choir director to help restart the AuSable Community Choir. The ability to play piano is helpful, but not required.
Commodities Food Program – Helpers are needed to assist with this food program. Minimum qualifications include a valid driver’s license (if picking up food), ability to pass a criminal background check, ability to lift 30 pounds regularly, and availability once per month.
Community Garden Friends – Volunteers are needed to help at the Community Garden located at the corner of Mary Ann and Madsen Streets. Tasks include garden maintenance, teaching and mentoring new gardeners, and helping maintain community plots.
Foster Grandparents – Provides intergenerational opportunities for seniors ages 55 and older to serve as tutors and mentors for school-age children. Volunteers serve an average of 20 hours per week and receive a stipend.
Friendly Visitor – Provides friendly visits to homebound Crawford County residents ages 60 and older. Visits may include playing cards, looking at photos, having lunch, or simply chatting. Volunteers must be 18 or older. These visits help reduce isolation and provide companionship.
Fundraising Committee – Like to organize? We are seeking a chairperson to lead the fundraising committee and coordinate fundraising events.
Handyman – Volunteers are needed to assist with minor home repairs such as installing handheld showers, building ramps, or widening doorways. A program coordinator is also needed. Volunteers must pass a criminal background check and have a valid driver’s license and insurance.
Kitchen Helpers – Do you enjoy working in the kitchen? Help is needed with making sandwiches, cupping fruit, packing bags, serving meals, and doing dishes.
Landscaping/Weed Pulling – Do you enjoy basic landscaping work? Contact Todd Lako for more information – 989-348-7123.
Office Assistants – Volunteers are needed to assist with filing, special calls, and general office tasks. Must pass a criminal background check and respect client privacy.
Recycling & Returns – Volunteers are needed who are willing to load recycling items into their own trucks or trailers and transport them.
Registered Nurse Volunteer – A registered nurse is needed to help provide free blood pressure checks as part of the Commission on Aging’s wellness services.
Senior Companion – Provides peer-to-peer support for seniors ages 55 and older who need help with daily living tasks. Volunteers serve an average of 20 hours per week and receive a non-taxable stipend and other benefits.
Senior Gazette Writer – Do you like to write? Opportunities are available to assist with publications for the Senior Gazette.
SHIP (Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program) – Seeking a volunteer to assist with administrative tasks such as filing and data entry. Volunteers must pass a criminal background check, respect client privacy, complete at least 60 volunteer hours per year, and attend a minimum of two training sessions (in person or webinar).
Telephone Reassurance – Do you enjoy talking on the phone? Volunteers make calls from our office to individuals who live alone or may be at risk. Must pass a criminal background check and respect client privacy.
Volunteer Fitness Leaders – The Commission on Aging is seeking volunteers to lead fitness programs such as Water Aerobics, Matter of Balance, Geri-Fit, Aerobic Drumming, Walk With Ease, and Chair Yoga.
Volunteer Receptionists – Volunteers are needed to answer phones, greet visitors, and assist with completing forms. Training is provided.
Please fill out a Volunteer Application if you are interested in volunteering!