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Intergenerational theater acting class planned
Senior Services invites participants from ages 10 and up to learn the principles of acting, improvisation, and scene work. Join us, Wednesdays, Jan. 22-March 5 from 4-5:30 p.m., taught by our friends at 40+ Stage Company. The class is free of charge but reservations are required. Contact Susan Lewis at 336-721-6954 or [email protected].
Shepherd's Center to host volunteer orientation
The Shepherd's Center of Greater Winston-Salem is hosting a volunteer orientation on Tuesday, Feb. 11 from 10-11:30 a.m., 1700 Ebert St, Winston-Salem, Opportunities include providing rides, minor home repairs, respite and visitation for older adults, office work, and Medicare counseling.
For more information and to register, please contact Martina Bowen a 336-748-0217 or [email protected]
Learn powerful tools for caregivers
Are you a caregiver of an older adult? Would you like to reduce stress and become a stronger self-advocate? If so, the Powerful Tools for Caregivers series is for you! Sponsored by The Shepherd's Center of Greater Winston-Salem and Oak Street Health, the 6-week series starts on Thursday, February 20 and runs for six consecutive Thursdays from 11 am-12:30 p.m. with lunch provided.
The class location is the Mary Alice Warren Community Center - 7632 Warren Park Drive Lewisville, NC 27023. Register by contacting Meredith Brown-Robbins at 336-748-0217 or [email protected].
Polymer clay classes planned at Shepherd's Center
Four Mondays, beginning Feb. 3 from 1- 2:30 p.m., The Shepherd's Center of Greater Winston-Salem will host Polymer Clay classes.
Come explore the vast and wondrous world of polymer clay. All projects are easy to make, but the best part is that you cannot make a mistake!
Classes will be held at Mary Alice Warren Community Center, 7632 Warren Park Dr, Lewisville
Cost is $25, which includes all supplies and instruction. Please call 336-748-0217 to register or for more information. Class is limited!
Welcome to Medicare workshop planned
The Shepherd's Center of Greater Winston-Salem is offering a workshop for individuals turning 65 (as well as those who already have Medicare) to learn about the different insurance options available, including "Original Medicare," Medicare prescription drug programs, Medicare supplements and Medicare Advantage plans.
The session will be held on Monday, Jan. 27, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Shepherd's Center of Greater Winston-Salem, 1700 Ebert St., Winston-Salem.
The session is designed to explain and clarify the Medicare sign-up process and educate attendees on how to make smart choices. Trained Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) counselors will be available to answer general questions.
The session is provided at no cost. Because space is limited, reservations are required. Contact the Shepherd's Center at 336-748-0217 or [email protected] for more information or to reserve a seat.
Meals-on-Wheels volunteers needed
Senior Services needs Meals-on-Wheels volunteers to deliver hot, nutritious meals to older adults on Fridays between 9:45 a.m. and noon. Volunteer opportunities are flexible and can be scheduled once per week, once, per month, or anything in between. Delivery routes can take 60 -- 90 minutes.
For more information, visit seniorservicesinc.org or contact Tyler Smith at 336-721-6961 or [email protected].
Senior Services needs opening minds through art (OMA) volunteers
We're seeking volunteers for our next 11-week, Opening Minds Through Arts (OMA) series. Once per week volunteers will be paired with older adults living with dementia to create abstract art projects that engage the mind and break through cognitive barriers. Artistic skills are not required. Training is on Jan. 10.
Volunteers will work with participants at the Williams Adult Day Center each Friday, from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., for the following 10 weeks.
For more information, visit seniorservicesinc.org or contact Tyler Smith at 336-721-6961 or [email protected].
Samaritan Ministries needs help with meal preparation
The Samaritan Ministries Soup Kitchen has an urgent need for volunteers willing to help with meal preparation and serving. If you are willing and available during these times, your commitment would be much appreciated. Our Soup Kitchen can't serve without you.
Lunchtime: We need 12 volunteers to help serve lunch every day. Shifts are available Monday -- Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Dinnertime: We need 6-8 volunteers to help serve dinner every day. Shifts are available Monday -- Sunday from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Grocery Store Pickup: We need individual volunteers to help pick up donations from our partnered grocery stores in Winston-Salem. This opportunity is available Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Volunteers must be 18 and older to sign up.
Add your name to the volunteer on-call list. We are also in need of people to call for help when we have volunteer cancelations or a shortage in numbers. This opportunity is great for those with flexible schedules and a giving spirit. Please let us know if you'd be willing to be "on-call" as a Soup Kitchen help when needed.
Volunteer as part of the Samaritan Family. Visit samaritanforsyth.org or call 336-448-2677 to sign up.
Samaritan Ministries is located at 414 E. Northwest Blvd., Winston-Salem.
Volunteers needed at the Williams Adult Day Center
Senior Services is looking for volunteers to provide support and assist with activities at the Williams Adult Day Center. Flexible scheduling is available Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Senior Services is looking for volunteers to assist with afternoon participant checkout. Volunteers will help participants prepare to leave, gather belongings, sign out and meet their caregiving partners. This role is needed on weekdays, one to five days per week, between 2:30 and 4:30 p.m.
Sing, dance, act, play an instrument, or perform? Senior Services would love to invite you and or your group to perform for the participants at the Williams Adult Day Center. Morning and afternoon options are available Monday through Friday.
For more information on any of the opportunities above, visit seniorservicesinc.org or contact Tyler Smith at 336-721-6961 or [email protected].
VFW honor guard needs volunteers
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Honor Guard needs volunteers to help render military honors for deceased veterans from all branches of the military.
The honor guard is also active with color guard missions at schools, churches, retirement centers and other civic events. Uniforms and transportation are provided.
Members must be honorably discharged from military service.
For more information or to volunteer, call Cliff Harris, quartermaster, at 336-403-8756, or email [email protected].
Respite volunteers needed for visits
The Shepherd's Center needs respite volunteers to visit with an older adult to provide a break for their caregiver.
To learn more about these flexible opportunities, email [email protected] or call 336-748-0217.
Drivers needed to help older adults
The Shepherd's Center needs volunteer drivers to help older adults get to and from doctor appointments or grocery trips.
Volunteer on a schedule that works for you. Email [email protected] or call 336-748-0217.
Hospice agency needs volunteers
Mountain Valley Hospice & Palliative Care needs volunteers to help deliver compassionate care to patients at the end of life. Mountain Valley serves 18 counties in North Carolina and Virginia.
Volunteers are needed for such activities as reading or singing to patients, caregiver respite care, running errands, being a good listener and emotional support.
There also is a need for licensed or certified volunteers to provide such specialized services as art, massage, music and pet therapies. Hairdressers and notaries also are needed.
Most volunteers must complete a training program, pass a background check and meet other requirements, depending on their volunteer role.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Heidi College at [email protected] or call 336-355-0419.
Shepherd's Center seeks visitation volunteers
The Shepherd's Center is looking for visitation volunteers to visit an older adult on a flexible schedule.
For more information or to volunteer, email Meredith Brown Robbins at [email protected] or call 336-748-0217.
Caregiver support group meetings set
The Alzheimer's Association offers a Caregiver Support Group at 10 a.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of each month at The Shepherd's Center of Greater Winston-Salem (upper level), 1700 Ebert St., Winston-Salem.
A trained facilitator provides a safe place for caregivers of people living with dementia to develop a support system, explore ways of coping, and learn about resources.
For more information or to register, go to act.alz.org/NCmonthlyprograms, or call 800-272-3900.
SECU Family House needs volunteers
The SECU Family House needs groups and volunteers to provide meals for Family House guests.
These dinners provide much-needed support to adult patients and their caregivers who are away from home for medical care. Food may be prepared in the Family House kitchen or prepared off-site and dropped off. Having the meals at the Family House allows the families to avoid going to restaurants or grocery stores.
To see details and a list of available dinner dates and to learn more about a variety of off-site and on-site volunteer opportunities, visit www.familyhousews.org/volunteer or contact [email protected] or 336-793-2822.
RSVP AmeriCorps Seniors seek help
The RSVP AmeriCorps Seniors (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) is looking for volunteers aged 55 and older, in-person and online.
Volunteer opportunities include:
In-person Reading Buddies: (In-school setting) Petree Elementary School, second grade, from 10:45-11:45 a.m. (After-school setting) Latino Community Services, 3:15-4:30 p.m.
Virtual (online setting): Reading Buddies, must have strong computer skills and be familiar with Zoom. Slots available in the morning and/or afternoon. In the morning, read to pre-K students from 10:30-10:45. In the afternoon, read with students in the first through third grades from 3:30-4:30.
Food Pantry Assistants: Assist with packing food boxes and distributing them to clients from 9:30-11:45 a.m. on Mondays and/or Fridays.
Food Pantry Clerical Assistants: Must have strong computer skills to input client data. Volunteers are needed for three hours on Mondays and/or Fridays, noon to 3 p.m.
Drivers are needed to transport clients to medical appointments for partner agencies in Winston-Salem and Kernersville.
Mailing Support: Fold, stuff, seal, label, stamp and send bulk mailing letters.
For more information or to volunteer, email Patricia Gilliam at [email protected] or call 336-269-2762.
Information for Aging Matters should be emailed to [email protected] by 4 p.m. the Wednesday before you want it to run. Items should be short and focus on issues relevant to seniors. Mark all items "Aging Matters."
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