Opportunities From: United Way of East Central Iowa

Help spread the "thanks" this Thanksgiving: we need drivers to deliver meals to older adults in the Cedar Rapids Metro area on Thanksgiving Day.

Aging Services strives to keep older adults as independent and active for as long as possible by providing a wide variety of programs and resources. 

Aging Services provides volunteer-based transportation services free of charge to older adults in our community so they are able to get to and from medical appointments and essential errands such as food banks and the pharmacy. Volunteers give their time, but are reimbursed mileage! 

The transportation program runs Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.  Volunteers are notified a week in advance of potential driving opportunities, which the volunteer is able to accept or decline.  We love working with your schedule and are very flexible!

Volunteers are fully trained and must be willing to complete background checks.  Aging Services is a certified Service Enterprise agency...join our efforts and learn more about how we support our community as a team! 

Aging Services Chore volunteers use basic skills and tools to fix minor problems in an older adult's home. Projects can range from installing safety rails, fixing a dripping faucet, to screwing in light bulbs and washing curtains.  Chore Services staff contact volunteers in advance to see if a project may be of interest to you.  Volunteers are welcome to accept or decline the project when it is proposed to them.  Your handy work will help a senior to continue to live independently in their own home.  There's no place like home!

Volunteers will fill out an application, pass background checks and must own some basic tools to participate.  We will need you to be able to make simple repairs around the home of a client, adhere to the scope of work, and work with ASI staff to arrange for purchase of minor supply needs.

Volunteers are fully trained and must be willing to complete background checks.  Aging Services is a certified Service Enterprise agency...join our efforts and learn more about how we support our community as a team!

Start a new adventure!!  Friendly visitor volunteers are matched with an older adult whose social network has decreased due to reduced mobility, the relocation of family and friends, or shrinking peer group. You will be matched with an older adult with similar interests, to meet one hour a week (or more) on a day and time mutually agreed upon.  Talk Hawkeye sports, bake cookies, share family photos, or simply chat about current events. 

Volunteers will apply with Aging Services, pass background checks, and go through a brief training on volunteer policy and procedure.

Aging Services is a certified Service Enterprise agency...join our efforts and learn more about how we support our community as a team!

Cedar Rapids Milestones, a program of Aging Services, is looking for a friendly individual to be a dining room assistant.

The hours needed for this volunteer opportunity are from 10 am-1 pm, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and/or Friday. Schedule is flexible according to your availability. 

Duties include assisting with setting the dining room (placemats, silverware, glasses) and distributing drinks to participants. After meal service would include clearing tables and cleaning dining area. This is a great opportunity to get to know individuals at the center and build meaningful relationships.

Cedar Rapids Milestones serves adults 18+ who need medical care, socialization, or have other needs during the day and then return home in the evening. If you enjoy meeting new people and making a difference, we would love to talk to you about all of the great things happening at Cedar Rapids Milestones.

Volunteers are fully trained and will complete background checks.

We are excited to talk to you about this opportunity! Aging Services is a certified Service Enterprise agency...join our efforts and learn more about how we support our community as a team!

Milestones in Marion, a program of Aging Services, is looking for a compassionate individual to spend time with participants in a small group setting. This opportunity could involve working on a puzzle in the library, listening to music while visiting with participants or playing a card game. This is an opportunity that will surely build relationships!

Milestones in Marion serves adults 18+ who need medical care, socialization, or have other needs during the day and return home in the evening. This opportunity is available Monday through Friday from 3-5 pm. You are welcome to volunteer one day a week or multiple days a week.

Volunteers are fully trained and complete background checks.

We are excited to talk to you about this opportunity! Aging Services is a certified Service Enterprise agency...join our efforts and learn more about how we support our community as a team!

Milestones in Marion, a program of Aging Services, is looking for an energetic and positive individual to spend time with participants in the  main activity area. This opportunity could involve assisting with crafts, helping with group games, or assisting the Activity Coordinator when special guests come to visit. This would be a great opportunity for individuals who are outgoing and enjoy getting to know new people!

Milestones in Marion serves adults 18+ who need medical care, socialization, or have other needs during the day and return home in the evening. This opportunity is available Monday through Friday, with flexible times between the hours of 10 am-3 pm. You are welcome to volunteer one day a week or multiple days a week.

Volunteers are fully trained and complete background checks.

We are excited to talk to you about this opportunity! Aging Services is a certified Service Enterprise agency...join our efforts and learn more about how we support our community as a team!

Cedar Rapids Milestones, a program of Aging Services, is looking for a friendly individual to play a variety of card games with individuals.

This volunteer opportunity is available Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Times are very flexible between the hours of 9 am-5 pm. The length of this opportunity would be an hour to an hour and a half. You can join us for a day or more than one day during the week. This is a great chance to meet some awesome people in our community and build meaningful relationships.

Cedar Rapids Milestones serves adults 18+ who need medical care, socialization, or have other needs during the day and then return home in the evening. If you enjoy meeting new people and making a difference, we would love to talk to you about all of the fun things happening at Cedar Rapids Milestones.

Volunteers are fully trained and complete background checks.

We are excited to talk to you about this opportunity! Aging Services is a certified Service Enterprise agency...join our efforts and learn more about how we support our community as a team!

Cedar Rapids Milestones, a program of Aging Services, is looking for a friendly individual to help individuals with manicures. This would include assisting participants by applying nail polish, along with creating simple designs if they are interested. This is a great opportunity to get to know some of our awesome clients in a relaxed setting.

This volunteer opportunity is available M-F, and times are very flexible between the hours of 10 am-5 pm. The length of this opportunity would be right around an hour, depending on how many individuals are interested in having their nails done.

Cedar Rapids Milestones serves adults 18+ who need medical care, socialization, or have other needs during the day and then return home in the evening. If you enjoy meeting new people and making a difference, we would love to talk to you about all of the fun things happening at Cedar Rapids Milestones.

Volunteers are fully trained and complete background checks.

We are excited to talk to you about this opportunity! Aging Services is a certified Service Enterprise agency...join our efforts and learn more about how we support our community as a team!

Cedar Rapids Milestones, a program of Aging Services, is looking for a creative individual to assist participants in the art room, including completing and developing inexpensive and beginner type crafts. This is a great opportunity to help others learn how to express themselves through art and to build lasting relationships. This volunteer opportunity is available M-F from 10 am-11:30 am. You can pick just one day to volunteer or volunteer as many days as you would like!  

Cedar Rapids Milestones serves adults 18+ who need medical care, socialization, or have other needs during the day and then return home in the evening. If you enjoy meeting new people and making a difference, we would love to talk to you about all of the fun things happening at Cedar Rapids Milestones.

Volunteers are fully trained and complete background checks.

We are excited to talk to you about this opportunity! Aging Services is a certified Service Enterprise agency...join our efforts and learn more about how we support our community as a team!

Milestones in Marion, a program of Aging Services, is looking for an energetic person to help in the kitchen with after lunch dishes, general kitchen cleaning and dining room duties. The hours needed are 11:30-1:30 pm, Monday-Friday. You will receive guidance about specific duties from the Kitchen Coordinator. The ability to stand for over an hour is needed for this volunteer position.

Milestones in Marion serves adults 18+ who need medical care, socialization opportunities, or have other needs during the day. Participants then return home in the evenings. If you enjoy meeting new people, spending time with some awesome folks while making a difference, we would love to talk to you about this opportunity. 

Volunteers are fully trained and complete background checks. 

Aging Services is a certified Service Enterprise agency. Join our efforts and learn more about how we support our community as a team!