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Volunteer

​Volunteers play an essential role in helping us meet the needs of local older adults. We have a variety of ways people can volunteer, and can work with your schedule and time commitment while still allowing you to have a direct impact on your community!

For more information on volunteer opportunities and how to get involved, call our Volunteer & Service Coordinator at 612-729-5799, fill out the form below or e-mail us at [email protected].  

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​Ways you can help:
  • Friendly Visitor
    Provide companionship to a senior a couple times a month.​
  • Tech Support
    Help out at a Technology Clinic or help a senior in their home with their tech (simple tasks related to their phone, tablet, or possibly computer).
  • Driver
    Help seniors get to local medical appointments or to monthly Senior Social/Health Talks.
  • Shopper
    Take a senior to the store for groceries, prescriptions and other necessities, or pick up items from the store and deliver them to seniors.
  • Nurse (RN or LPN)
    Conduct “Nurse Is In”/blood pressure clinics at senior apartment buildings, community centers, or Healthy Seniors events.
  • Facilitator
    Lead support groups or health promotion classes.
  • Chore Assistance
    Perform tasks such as  grocery shopping, laundry assistance, taking out trash or recycling, changing light bulbs, and occasionally some light housekeeping.
  • Respite Care
    Give a break to a caregiver by spending time with the senior for whom they care.
  • Board Member
    Our board members are typically people who live or work in/near our service area and have a concern for seniors. Our Nominating Committee considers potential new board members. Learn more about serving as an LSHS Board Member here. 
  • Special Event Helper
    Assist with health promotion activities (such as our Senior Social/Health Talks) or fundraising events, such as our Annual Dinner & Silent Auction.
  • Seasonal Yard Work/Outdoor Chores
    Help seniors with gardening, raking or shoveling.
  • Activity Instructor: 
    Do you have experience leading fitness, art, or other programs? Share your skills with local older adults!
  • Application Assistant: 
    Do you have experience with food, housing, or medical assistance programs? Assist older adults in navigating the application process. Can be done in-person, or over the phone. 

“The unselfish effort to bring cheer to others will be the beginning of a happier life for ourselves.” — Helen Keller
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