Rakhma Grace 5126 Mayview Road, Minnetonka, (952) Ask for Pam Boyce Volunteers should be high school aged.

Transcription

1 Nursing Homes Altera Clare Bridge of Plymouth Memory Care nd Ave. N. Plymouth, MN, Ask for Loranne The minimum age to volunteer is a mature 12. Volunteers will undergo orientation including a video. Volunteers could participate in one on ones and singing activities. They should be outgoing and love senior citizens. City of Lakes 110 East 18 th Street, Minneapolis, MN, (612) Ask for Margo The minimum age to volunteer is 13 but children younger can volunteer in groups. There will be a constant supervisor. Volunteers can participate in games, visiting, singing, and projects with the seniors. Volunteers should be respectful, willing to give, and not overly loud. Courage Center 3915 Golden Valley Road, Minneapolis, (763) Ask for the Systems Coordinator The minimum age to volunteer is 16. Volunteers could help with the rehab center, but must first undergo a minimum of 3 months of orientation. Volunteers should be open and willing to serve. Elder Homestead th Street North (952) Ask for Jan Stenzle Volunteers should be mature and independent. Volunteers could participate in social and recreational activities, (e.g. taking residents for walks). Volunteers should be honest, trustworthy, sensitive to elders and able to follow through.

2 Emerald Crest Dementia and Alzheimer Home Lake Street (952) Ask for the Residence Director There is no minimum age to volunteer, but all volunteers must be supervised. Volunteers could participate in music performances, and visiting with the residents. Volunteers should have knowledge about the disease, be respectful and have empathy. Episcopal Group Homes (952) Ask for Jason Telander, Program Director The minimum age to volunteer is 16. Volunteers should be willing to work with adults with developmental disabilities. Excelsior Nursing Home 515 Division Street, Excelsior, MN, (952) Ask for Phyliss Volunteers should be middle school or high school age. They should be mature. Volunteers will fill out a form and schedule appointments. First Christian Residence 2300 Stevens Ave. S. Minneapolis, MN, (612) Ask for Anne Brown- Activities director/volunteer coordinator Fax: (612) The minimum age to volunteer is 15, WITHOUT A PARENT. Students may volunteer with a parent supervisor. Volunteers who are younger will be able to help out with outings and parties and older volunteers will be able to participate in one on ones with residents. Volunteers should enjoy caring for the elderly.

3 Hillcrest Wayzata Blvd. Wayzata, Ask for Sue Perrington, Director of Recreation and Volunteering The minimum age to volunteer is 14. Volunteers could participate in bingo, games and outside time with the residents. Volunteers should come in on a regular basis. Volunteers should be able to communicate well, be patient, happy and positive, and want to volunteer. Lake Minnetonka Care Center Summerville Road, Deephaven, MN, (612) Ask for Jeff The minimum age to volunteer is 9 th grade. Volunteers would come in regularly and participate in activities such as games and cards. Volunteers should enjoy elders, understand people are different and be comfortable with residents who may be mentally ill. Nile Health Care Center rd Ave. S. Minneapolis, MN, (612) Ask for William Huseonica The minimum age to volunteer is 17 without a parent. Volunteers could participate in group games, music activities, nail care, and gardening with the residents. Volunteers should be courteous, able to communicate well, and an extroverted listener. North Ridge 5430 Boone Ave. N. New Hope, (612) Ask for Elaine The minimum age to volunteer is 12 or older. Volunteers could participate in bingo, birthday parties, and provide escorts for residents. Volunteers should be reliable, independent, and comfortable.

4 Open Circle Senior Center 34, 10 th Avenue S Hopkins, Ask for Arlene Berman, Social Service Volunteer The minimum age to volunteer is 12, and volunteers usually would come in large groups. Volunteers would be able to help with programs at the center. Volunteers should be patient and comfortable around disabilities, clear speakers and good listeners. Prairie Adultcare Burger Drive, Eden Prairie, Ask for Joann Bartel, Director The minimum age to volunteer is 6 th grade. Volunteers would be able to assist with games, art projects, music activities and meal times. Volunteers should be friendly, patient and respectful. Presbyterian Homes of MN 6300 Beacon Hill Road, Minnetonka, MN, (952) Ask for Cindy Ghlen The minimum age to volunteer is 12 and volunteers could only participate during working hours and never on weekends. Volunteers would participate in games and activities with the residents. Volunteers will schedule regular appointments and they should be outgoing and have good people skills. Rakhma Grace 5126 Mayview Road, (952) Ask for Pam Boyce Volunteers should be high school aged. Sojourner 4497 Shoreline Drive, Spring Park, MN, (952)

5 The minimum age to volunteer is 12. Volunteers can participate in ceramics, board games, boat rides, and provide companionship for the residents. Volunteers should call and explain that they are interested in volunteering. Walker Methodist 3737 Bryant Ave. S. Minneapolis, (612) Ask for Kris Campbell Walkermeth.org The minimum age to volunteer is 13. Volunteers could help out over a long period of time including over the summer and have flexible hours. Volunteers would be able to participate in bingo, trivia games, shopping, playing cards, instruments, ceramics and one on ones with residents. Food/Clothes Shelves Arc of Hennepin 4301 Hwy 7, Suite 140 MN, (952) Ask for Gregg Voss The minimum age to volunteer is 16. Volunteers will schedule regular times and help with unpacking donations and hard goods. Interfaith Outreach 110 Grand Ave. S. Wayzata, MN, (952) Ask for Susan Fetterer The minimum age to volunteer is 15 or students who are in 9 th grade. Volunteers could work after school Monday through Thursday. Volunteers should be self-directed, mature, and able to work well with a group. Kids Café St. Louis Park (952) Ask for Anne Mahoney

6 At risk or low income kids can participate in creating, serving and receiving a nutritious dinner. Loaves and Fishes St. Therese Church Deephaven (952) Ask for Donna Mahowald Students can help prepare or serve a meal to those in need. Second Harvest Heartland 3100 California Street NE Minneapolis, OR 1140 Gervais Ave. St. Paul, (763) tpanchaot@2harvest.org The minimum age to volunteer is 13 without a parent. Students can help with repacking bulk foods, making monthly supplement boxes, and sorting food drive donations. Sharing and Caring Hands Minneapolis (612) Students can help provide meals, clothing, shelter and other services as needed. WE CAN 1155 County 19, Minnetrista, MN, (952) Ask for Kristen Perry The minimum age to volunteer is 14. Volunteers should be able to help in the office, family support and administrative areas. Volunteers should be self-starters and have a positive attitude.

7 Social Services Bethlehem Community Center 2539 Pleasant Ave. S. Minneapolis, (612) Ask for Maurie Clipperton, Program Manager The minimum age to volunteer is 8 th grade. Volunteers will fill out applications, and should be young people who have leadership skills, nurturing skills, and who are responsible. Volunteers can be mentors, and tutors or help kids with homework in a program called Homework and Hoops. They can also help with building activities and skill development activities. They may occasionally help serve a meal. Volunteers could come in at the following times: Mondays: 4:45-7:15 PM Tuesdays AND Thursdays: 6:15-8:45 PM Wednesdays 3:45-6:15 PM Faith Organizations Como Evangelical Free Church th Ave. SE Minneapolis, (612) Allen Navonann, Pastor The minimum age to volunteer is 15, and volunteers could help with work projects around the church and conversing with international children. Volunteers should have a love for people. Pastor Paul s Mission 1000 Oliver Avenue North Minneapolis, (612)

8 Students can volunteer to help with street food distribution every Thursday from 12:30 until 2:00. Organizations for People with Disabilities Opportunity Partners Adults with developmental disabilities 5500 Opportunity Court, Minnetonka, (952) Ask for Velta Vikmanis Volunteers should be mature teenagers. They could help in classrooms with one-on-ones, or assist with outings and game nights. Project Soar District Service Center 5621 Country Road 101 (952) Ask for Janis Wack, Program Manager The minimum age to volunteer is a mature 13. Volunteers could help with assisting adults with disabilities in participating in community education acts. Volunteers should have an interest in helping others, be comfortable with disabilities, show initiative, be independent and able to provide their own transportation. We Can Ride Horseback Riding for Children with Disabilities PO Box 1102 (952) Ask for Sue Franklin, Volunteer Coordinator The minimum age to volunteer is 14. Volunteers would need horse experience (no fear). They would also need to be able to commit to once a week sessions for one 8 week period during the year. Volunteers could help with grooming horses, preparing them for classes, helping with therapeutic riding, and leading horses.

9 Health Care Facilities Fairview Southdale Hospital Suite LL France Ave. Edina, ZIP CODE (952) The minimum age to volunteer is 14, and volunteers would undergo hours of training and an interview with parents would be required. Volunteers could help with assisting nurses, helping with flowers, transportation and working in the gift shop. Volunteers should be courteous, friendly, enjoy people and independent. Methodist Hospital 6500 Excelsior Blvd. St. Louis Park, (952) Ask for Katie Martin The minimum age to volunteer is 14, or 13 if the volunteer wants to help in the gift or coffee shops. Volunteers would visit with patients. Volunteers should be mature, responsible, reliable, they should like people and be in good physical condition. Volunteers would come on a regular basis with at least 15 hours throughout 1 semester. Volunteers would undergo orientation, including 10 hours of training. Ridgeview Medical Center 500 South Maple Street, Waconia, ext Ask for Sue DeGolier, Director The minimum age to volunteer is 13. Volunteers should be reliable, have good people skills and good communication skills. Other DNR Volunteer Program 500 Lafayette Road, Box 36 St. Paul, 55155

10 (651) Ask for Renee Vail The minimum age to volunteer is 16. Volunteers could help with trail maintenance. Guthrie Theater 725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, (612) Ask for Marsha Wilson, Volunteer Coordinator The minimum age to volunteer is 16. Volunteers could help with ushering and should be punctual and reliable. Minnetonka Public Schools 8 th or 9 th graders should see their guide at school if they would like to mentor a younger student. Join Leadership Club during school year. MN Waste Wise (612) Ask for Ellen Telander, Director Any age student can participate in waste wise. Volunteers would visit big businesses and bring boxes. They would ask the businesses to fill the boxes with old cell phones, printer cartridges, and other items. They could leave the boxes with the companies and have them mail them in when they are full. This helps with recycling the used items. Special Olympics 400 S. 4 th St. Suite 915, Minneapolis, MN, (612) Ask for Amy Countryman, Volunteer Associate tunerk@somn.org The minimum age to volunteer is 16. Volunteers could help with cheer teams, concession stand assistance and meals, helping with awards, running the score program and hanging out. Volunteers should be outgoing, compassionate, and flexible.

11 YMCA Ridgedale Drive, (952) Ask for the Volunteer Coordinator The minimum age to volunteer is 16. Volunteers would need to go through a criminal check, they would need to be respectful, responsible, caring, and honest. Volunteers could help with the kids care area, nursery, or the fitness center on maintenance. The Twin Cities Volunteer Resource Center Find out how you can make a positive impact on your community! The Volunteer Resource Center makes it easy and convenient to find the perfect volunteer opportunity. With over 9,000 local volunteer opportunities, There s something for everyone. To find out how to get started, go to the online address above or call (612) To be truly radical is to make hope possible rather than despair convincing. ~Raymond Williams