Volunteer Opportunities

Senior Transportation

Day/Times: Weekdays, 8:30 am–5:00 pm; provide at least one ride a month. Date(s), time(s) and ride length are flexible and agreed upon in advance.

Requirements: Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, personal vehicle to drive; completed application, references, orientation training

Volunteers who have a car and a little spare time each month are needed to drive people age 60+ by driving to medical appointments, grocery shop, go to the bank, their attorney or even get their hair done. Flexible schedules are welcome; we can use any time you have to offer.

Friendly Caller Program

Days/Times: Day(s), time(s) and call length are flexible and agreed upon by both parties in advance. Typically, 1–2 calls a week for 15–20 minutes per call.

Requirements: Age 55+, completed application; personal phone; social and emotional skills (friendly nature, being a good listener, respecting personal and program boundaries and maintaining confidences)

Senior volunteers are paired with other seniors and enjoy weekly calls together. Matching people with similar availability and common interests helps ensure that it’s a positive experience with increased socialization for everyone involved. Initial and ongoing trainings support these meaningful relationships.

Interested in learning more? Call Terry at 217-352-0099.

Meals on Wheels

Day/Times: Meals are delivered weekdays; 10:30 am–12:30 pm
Volunteers deliver at least one route a month.

Requirements: Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, personal vehicle to drive; completed application, references, orientation training

Volunteers of any age can help by delivering nutritious meals to the homes of seniors or anyone who has difficulty with cooking due to illness, injury or disability. Meal deliveries are divided into routes by geographic area. A route is usually 6-8 stops with 8-10 meals. Each recipient gets a hot, noon meal and may order a cold, sack supper as well. Special diets are available.

Office Volunteer

Day/Times: Weekdays as needed; flexible hours

Requirements: completed application, references, orientation training

Volunteers are needed to answer phones, make calls, file paperwork, shred documents, help with bulk mailings and other tasks on an as needed basis

Interested in volunteering for Family Service, call Terry Goode at 217-352-0099.

Family Service Senior Resource Center Volunteer application is available to print, complete and return to Terry Goode via email at tgoode@familyservicecc.org or drop-off or mail to 405 S. State St., Champaign, 61820.

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)

Day/Times: As needed; flexible hours

Requirements: Age 55+ and a resident of Champaign, Douglas or Piatt Counties

Volunteers are matched by interest and availability to local needs at schools, hospitals, libraries, non-profit organizations and service groups. RSVP volunteers receive our monthly newsletter, annual recognition event and some mileage reimbursement and insurance coverage while volunteering.

Call Vicky at 217-359-6500 for more information or click here for a list of volunteer opportunities.