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Volunteer Opportunities
"TEAM - Together
Everyone Achieves More!"
Volunteers Touch the heart
Our
chief want in life is somebody who shall make us do what we can.
~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Volunteer Questionnaire,
Special Events Volunteers Needed,
Weekly Volunteer Opportunities
 July Volunteer of the Month
Social
Friday, July 11 at 2:00 pm. The Center For
Active Generations is pleased to honor Ruth Hoiten our July
Volunteer of the Month. The Downtown Rotary Club will honor Ruth at their noon
luncheon on Monday, July 21 at the Downtown Holiday Inn. The Center will
honor Ruth with a coffee social on Friday, July 11 at 2:00 pm in Sertoma B.
We invite our Center members, other volunteers and family and friends to help us
honor Ruth and thank her for her support and contribution to our
organization. The Center would like to thank the Downtown Rotary Club and
Anderson Kelley's Flowers for their continued support of our volunteer program.
Volunteer Information
- Contact Jenny at
333-3306 or Lisa 333-3307 if your are interested in any of the Center's volunteer positions
listed below.
- Turn your time sheets
in by the 5th of each month for the previous month.
- Nominate your fellow
volunteers for a "Terrific Teammate Award." Categories are: Giving
100%, Winning with Teamwork, Their Helping Hand,
Attitude is Everything, and
Leadership. Pick up a nomination form in the coffee shop or at our volunteer
office.
- Volunteer needs are
posted outside Lisa and Jenny's office. Check out the cubicle and bulleting
board area right outside their office to see what
events are coming up and
sign up to help.
- Last year our
volunteers gave over 45,000 hours of service to the Center and our MOW
drivers drove over 78,000 miles to deliver meals to the
homebound.
- The Center's
volunteer program has grown to over 400 volunteers (not including the Meals
On Wheels drivers). That means over 1,000 individuals
from the Sioux Empire
region are giving to our organization. Thanks for being part of our team!
- 44% of adults in the
United States volunteer with a formal organization. Of these, 63% volunteer
on a regular basis – monthly or more.
- On an average,
American volunteers donate just over 24 hours a month.
- Collectively,
volunteers contribute about 15.5 billion hours a year.
- Of those asked to
volunteer, 71% do so.
Buzz Agent
Are you a natural ambassador for The Center For Active Generations? Do you
talk about our programs and activities to people you meet? If so, sign up to
be a Center Buzz Agent. A Buzz Agent is a volunteer ambassador who helps
"spread the buzz..." about the Center to the community. As a Buzz Agent you
will be eligible for special perks and incentives and will be invited to
quarterly Buzz meetings. Contact Lisa at 333-3307 today to get involved!
Help Us
Recognize Our Volunteers STARS
“Someone To Admire
& Respect!” - The Center for
Active Generations has the best volunteer TEAM in the community! With over
1,000 total volunteers and over 300 who help run programs and services we know
our members come in contact with these special people every day! We need your
help! If you come in contact with one of our great volunteers and want to
nominate them for a STAR Award… please do so. We will then personally recognize
them at our quarterly volunteer meetings, recognize them in our Center newspaper
and present them with a very special STAR Pin to wear proudly! STAR recognition
forms can be picked up at several places! In our Center’s coffee shop, at our
Information window, hospitality desk and of course on the wall by our volunteer
information board! Help us thank our volunteers! Recognize a STAR today!
Why Volunteer?
The Center For Active Generations is blessed to have the best
volunteer TEAM in the Sioux Falls community. Over 450 volunteers help run
Center programs, volunteer in the DayBreak Program and are making a difference
to homebound elderly through the Workers on Wheels program. The Center also
has close to 700 volunteer drivers who help deliver noon meals to the
homebound Monday through Friday. If you have never volunteered, consider the
difference you can make by using your time and talents to help others. Repay a
perceived debt, Because someone benefits, Someone you love is involved, Meet
new people, Have fun, Gain experience, Find happiness, Explore new things,
Heal, Concern for others, As a hobby, Gain recognition, Get out of the house,
keep active, feel a sense of satisfaction, Add to your resume, Help the
community, Use your talents, Pick your work days. Shirley Reilly, a
Center Volunteer for over 10 years says, "I volunteer because it is my
privilege to be able to give back to others for what has been given to me
through the years. It is a rewarding experience for me and I reap the
benefits as well. I believe we are supposed to give of ourselves to others
whenever we can. it expands our world and gives us a chance to meet new
people and learn new things."
How can you use your talents at CFAG?
Create
and lead a special interest group, Use your expertise to teach a class, Use
your passion for teaching to tutor, Use your love of cooking to teach a
cooking class, Become a Center community liaison, Become a Peer Counselor,
Become a Special Events Leader, Serve on an Advisory Board, Use your computer
skills for data entry, Create exciting new programs, Help people one-on-one
through our WOW program, Lead a group activity in DayBreak.
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WE WANT YOU!
Volunteer with The Center For Active Generations
Are you using your time and talents to the best of your
ability? Complete this mini questionnaire and think about how you could
serve
The Center For Active Generations or the Sioux Falls Community. |
I like:
___ hands on work
___ committee/group work
___ working alone
___ telephone & data entry
___ short term (< month)
___ on-going (3-12 months) |
I like to:
___ work alone
___ work with other people
___ work both alone & with other people, depending on the job
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My skills include:
___ teaching & facilitating
___ planning & organizing
___ writing
___ photography
___ arts & crafts
___ computer applications
___ finance
___ marketing
___ hosting
___ general office support
___ other: __________________________________ |
I work best:
___ under pressure
___ with a great deal of advanced planning and time
___ when there is a lot of freedom in how the job gets done
___ with plenty of opportunities to ask questions
___ when I have one job to do at a time
___ when I juggle several different jobs/events at the same time
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to the Center's volunteer office and we will match you with opportunities
here at the Center or help you get in touch with a community agency that
could best utilize your talents. For more information, contact Lisa:
Phone:333-3307; Email: lhoward@cfag.org
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Special Events Volunteers Needed
| Chamber of Commerce Mixer: - Tuesday, August 12.
Volunteers will be needed to give tours and staff Center rooms such as the
Fitness Center, computer classroom and lab, and the billiard room. Get
involved in this fun community event and help us show off the Center! See
Jenny to get involved. |
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| Homemade Pie & Ice Cream Social: - Tuesday, July 1.
Volunteers are needed to make pies. Volunteers will be needed from 1:00 to 4:00 pm to help cut and serve pie,
serve coffee and help take money at this event. Sign up with Jenny by
calling 333-3306. |
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| Employment Resource
Center Volunteers |
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| Phone and Data Entry |
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| Drama Club - Sound
Technician |
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| Book Critic: Do you enjoy reading? the Center is
looking for a volunteer who could review books from the Center's library,
and write a review for our paper each month. Turn your love of reading and
writing into a fun volunteer job! |
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Birthday Party Master of Ceremonies -
The Center is looking
for a member who is outgoing and not afraid of a microphone! Duties:
introduce entertainers, recognize those celebrating birthdays, and announce
upcoming events. The commitment is only the second Friday of each month from
1:30 to 3:30 pm. |
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| Brain Aerobics Instructor - Do
you like to work out your brain, do sudoku puzzles, word games or crossword
puzzles? If so, you may want to take the challenge of leading our Brain
Games Group. This facilitator will help provide the club with fun puzzles to
do to challenge their brains. Resources will be provided to you to lead this
group twice a month. The schedule can be flexible to meet your needs. |
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Crochet Instructor
- The Center is looking for a lady (or man) who would like to teach others
beginning crochet lessons. This opportunity is one that would allow you to
make your own volunteer schedule, and meet some great new friends.
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| Birthday Party Committee - Volunteers are needed on an occasional substitute (on call) basis to help
with the monthly birthday parties. Duties: prepare tables, and supplies,
check in members and guests, and serve cake and coffee. |
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Phone & Data Entry |
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| Retired Nurses: - We need
you! Would you be able to give one hour of your time each week to take blood
pressures? If so, please call us today! Our members very much appreciate
this service. |
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Senior Life Expo -
Thursday, May 1. Volunteers are needed for all this all-day fundraising
event. Opportunities include greeting visitors, helping exhibitors and
helping with food events. Computer literate volunteers needed to help manage
door prizes. one work on occasion! Perks include learning new
computer skills and staying current on the latest and greatest in
technology. Contact Lisa Howard to learn more. |
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| Club Leaders - The
Center wants to increase our evening programming. We are looking for
volunteers to help run special interest groups and clubs. If you are
interested, please contact Lisa Howard at 333-3307 or lhoward@cfag.org. |
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| Volunteer Coordinator -
Do you enjoy administrative type work, getting to know new people, helping
to run a quality established program? If so, you may be just the person to
help the Center with volunteer coordination. help match volunteers in needed
teaching positions. Much of this work can be done from home and you get to
work with a quality group of volunteers. you must have computer skills,
Internet access and enjoy phone work on occasion! Perks include learning new
computer skills and staying current on the latest and greatest in
technology. Contact Lisa Howard to learn more. |
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| Peer Mentor/Coach: - Do
you enjoy meeting new people and making a difference? This new program
matches volunteers with new Center members to give tours, orientations and
help them get acquainted with our programs and program leaders, as well as
other members. This volunteer opportunity is a great way to meet new people
and has flexible hours that you can set to meet your daily schedule.
Training is provided to better help you help our new members. Call Lisa for
more information and to get involved today! |
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| Retired Nurses: -
We need you! Would you be able to give one hour of your time each week to
take blood pressures? if so, please call us! Our members appreciate this
service very much. |
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Hospitality Desk - Do you enjoy meeting new
people? Would you like to "show-off" the Center? If so, this volunteer
opportunity is for you. This position is a fun way to meet people. in
this position, volunteers greet members and visitors, give directions to
classes, give
tours, register new members, and help current members register for classes and
trips. We are looking for outgoing, energetic people who can stand on their
feet to give tours, have good organizational skills and the ability to share
a lot of information. Times are available on Saturdays. See Lisa or Jenny if you'd like to learn more! |
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Coffee Shop Volunteers - If you like
to meet new people, the Coffee Shop is the place to be. Requirements include
a cheerful disposition, the ability to stand for short periods, and make
change. Volunteers are needed on Thursdays from 8 am to 10 am. Duties include: make coffee, serve
refreshments, clean counters and tables, encourage positive and fun
atmosphere. |
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Craft Class Leaders &
Instructors -
Do you have a special craft skill you would like to share with others? This
is a fun way to give back to the community, meet new people and share your
talents. Craft classes could range from t-shirt decorating to painting,
calligraphy and more. Let us know what fun projects you may feel qualified
to teach. Classes can meet at a scheduled time that suits you. |
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Lunch Room Hosts/Hostesses - The Nutrition
Department is looking for volunteers to assist as lunch room
hosts/hostesses. The hours are from 11:15 am to 1:00 pm. , Monday
through Friday. You can request to work a specific day or as a substitute.
Duties: fill coffee and water pitchers and place them on tables, help carry
trays for those who cannot, assist diners with requests and help clear trays
for those who cannot; may need to wipe down tables. Requirements: Ability to
carry light objects, walk and stand for short periods of time. A chair could
be provided to assist you if you prefer not to stand the whole shift.
Contact Rhonda, meals on Wheels Coordinator at 336-6748. |
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Meals On Wheels route drivers:
The Meals On Wheels Program is
looking for those community spirited individuals interested in helping
those less fortunate and to replace those individuals who will be gone
for the next few months. Route driving averages about 1 hour a day.
Delivery bags can be picked up between 10:45 am and 11:00 am at any of
our three Sioux Falls locations: Hope Lutheran Church at 1700 S. Cliff
Ave, First Christian Church at 524 W. First Street and The Center For
Active Generations. We offer flexibility that fits within your schedule.
For more information, please contact Rhonda or Priscilla at 336-6748 or
333-3305. Become a volunteer route driver and brighten someone's day.
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Inter-Generational Crafts -Do you
enjoy making crafts? Do you enjoy working with both kids and adults? The
Center is looking for an individual who would enjoy establishing a monthly
craft class for parents/kids, grandparents/grandkids. This volunteer must be
energetic, have good organizational skills, have the ability to plan
out a fun-filled craft schedule, and be able to lead these monthly meetings.
If you are interested, please contact Jenny Centra. |
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| Teach a Class - Use your
expertise or passion on a particular topic to teach a class or present a
seminar. In the pasts, members have shared their life experiences in World
War II, Beginning Spanish, Bridge Classes, Woodcarving, Craft Classes, Art Classes, The
sinking of the Titanic, Clutter - Clutter - Clutter, and research on Edmund Fitzgerald. Center members are teaching computer classes art classes and dance
classes. What can you teach and share? Come share your interest, passions
and knowledge with others! We are looking for members who enjoy cooking or
history, have travel pictures and stories to share, and much more. Contact
Lisa Howard today at 333-3307 or
lhoward@cfag.org. You'll be glad you did and so will our members! |
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| Fitness Mentors - The
Center's Fitness Center is in need of volunteer mentors to help supervise
the room, greet members, keep the area clean and picked up, and do
paperwork. A free fitness membership is available for those who volunteer
eight hours per month. Both morning and afternoon shifts are available. See
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Weekly Volunteer Opportunities
Senior Companion
Program:
As a Senior Companion, you would help people stay in their own homes.
Activities might include conversation, assistance with reading and writing
letters, preparation of meals, help with shopping and errands, or other tasks
that are essential for independent living. You may also be needed to provide
respite care for families who are caring for a person full-time. You would
enjoy many benefits, including: an hourly tax free stipend, mileage
reimbursement, meal allowance, paid training, friendship with peers, and
satisfaction in helping others. You could be one of the 96 Senior Companions
in South Dakota who provide a vital service to their communities enriching
lives along the way. Come to an informational meeting about the program on
Thursday, April 6 from 10 to 11 am in Room 203 at the Center. Meet some of the
Senior Companions and staff. Refreshments will be served. For more
information and to RSVP for this get-together at the Center, please call
361-1133. Transportation to this meeting is available, if needed.
Western Heights:
Western Heights, a non-profit apartment complex for elderly and disabled
people who have income restrictions, is in need of a volunteer to serve
congregate noon meals on Tuesdays. This volunteer will be needed from 11:15 am
to approximately 12:45 pm, on a weekly basis. Volunteers for occasional
special projects and substitute volunteer workers for the noon meal are needed
as well. If you are interested or would like more information, please call
Diane, Service Coordinator, at 331-0515.
Compassionate Care
Hospice: Compassionate Care Hospice is seeking kind and loving men and
women who are willing to volunteer two hours a week. The hospice volunteers
visit with patients in the patients' homes or at the facility where they live,
providing companionship, recreation and support. Whether playing cards, a
board game, or helping fix a light meal, volunteers make a difference in the
quality of life for patients and their families. Free training is provided by
Compassionate Care Hospice. Whatever a volunteer's talents and interests, we
will work with them to find just the right match. I would love to visit with
you if you are interested in volunteering, or if you have questions about
Compassionate Care Hospice. Please call 338-2066 and ask for Connie Maxwell,
Volunteer Coordinator.
Quotes
“A single
act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring out
to make new trees.”
Lawrence Gl Lovasik (1913-86) American Writer
Your legacy should be
that you made it better than it was when you got it. - Lee Iacoca
Imagine what a harmonious world it could be if every single person, both young
and old,
shared a little of what he is good at doing. - Quincy Jones, American musician
and entrepreneur
Just as there are no little people or unimportant lives, there is no
insignificant work. - Elena Bonner
I am in the world to change the world. Muriel Rukeyser, American Poet
(1913 - 1980)
Those who bring sunshine to the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves.
- Sir James M. Barrie (1860 - 1937), British Writer
Lose yourself in generous service and every day can be a most unusual day,
a triumphant day, an abundantly rewarding day. - William Arthur Ward (1921 -
1994), American Writer
If you
ever need a helping had, it is at the end of your arm. As you get older you must remember you have a second hand.
The first one is to help yourself.
The second hand is to help others. - Audrey Hepburn (1929-1993), American
Actress
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