There are many ways seniors can stay active in the community. Below are a few volunteer opportunities local seniors can join that come highly recommended by a Portland home care provider.
1. Cleveland Zoo
Over 400 people volunteer at the Cleveland Zoo each year. Many work as a zoo docent, telling people about the special animals. Others help during special events by painting faces or performing in puppet shows. Some seniors help the zoo by greeting guests and making sure that everyone’s needs are met.
2. Cleveland Parks
There are many ways seniors can help at the city parks. Seniors can help maintain the hiking trails and other important areas of the park. Other volunteers lead teams of children on summertime adventures. Aging adults can help to count and keep track of the animals that call the parks their homes.
3. Playhouse Square
Volunteers are needed at Playhouse Square. Some volunteers greet the nearly one million guests who watch a performance there each year, while others help take tickets and make sure that people get to the right seats. Your loved one can assist guests with special needs while they are visiting the theater.
4. West Side Community House
Volunteers are the key to providing programming at West Side Community House. Seniors can provide parties and friendship to other seniors in the healthy aging program. They can also help with the family area including court-appointed supervised visits. Your loved one can help children to build their self-esteem in the lively children’s area.
5. Great Lakes Science Center
Senior volunteers do not have to have a scientific background to volunteer at the Great Lakes Science Center. Seniors can help with the program’s exciting day camping experiences. They can also help teach visitors who come to the center or help on the administrative side.
Encourage your senior to choose an activity and become engaged with its community today. When seniors remain socially active, they can enhance their experiences and wellbeing during the golden years. Not only do we help seniors age in place with dignity, but we also provide specialized Alzheimer’s, dementia, and home care Portland families can trust.
