Various local organizations are offering diverse volunteer opportunities for community members, according to a November 6 report. These roles range from medical assistance and meal delivery to specialized tutoring and senior companionship.
The American Red Cross of Northern Utah is seeking volunteers to serve as Blood Donor Ambassadors to check in donors at local blood drives and at their fixed site in Layton. The role involves checking in donors, verifying health history forms, and assisting with snacks. Additionally, the organization is looking for Disaster Volunteers to serve in person or virtually as Duty Officers or Recovery Team members.
Food and social services organizations are also seeking assistance. Brigham City Meals on Wheels is looking for drivers to deliver meals Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., as well as backup volunteers to lead exercise classes. Catholic Community Services is seeking volunteers to help stock the pantry and assist clients on Monday through Friday mornings from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., with occasional Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. They are also looking for case management assistance from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. with no set schedule.
Educational and specialized programs are also recruiting. The Foster Grandparent and RSVP Grandparent Programs in Weber, Davis, Morgan, and Box Elder counties are looking for individuals 55 or older to serve as literacy tutors for elementary school students. These volunteers may serve between 2 and 40 hours per week and may qualify for a monthly stipend and mileage reimbursements. The Senior Medicare Patrol in Weber and Morgan County is seeking volunteers to help prevent Medicare fraud through information distribution or counseling. Additionally, the Weber Morgan County Ombudsman is seeking advocates to assist residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
Several senior centers are recruiting instructors or staff. The Farr West Senior Center is looking for teachers for subjects such as crochet, knitting, ceramics, painting, or art. The Northview Senior Center is seeking volunteers to teach wire wrapping, lapidary, stained glass, and nutrition. Washington Terrace Senior Center is looking for a Tai Chi instructor and assistance with lunch service and guest check-in. The Morgan Senior Center is seeking volunteers to answer phone calls.
Other community roles include: Give Me A Chance in downtown Ogden is seeking help with the Guadalupe Garden and various training classes, after school programs, or summer camps. The Hill Aerospace Museum is looking for volunteers for 4-hour shifts Tuesday through Saturday, including individuals fluent in sign language or other languages. The Hill Airforce Base Retiree Office needs volunteers Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for those who are retired military members or spouses with base access. The Salvation Army in Ogden is seeking a receptionist to work Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Weber County Animal Shelter is looking for volunteers over age 18 to walk dogs between 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, or to assist with cleaning and laundry. The Weber County Sport Shooting Complex is seeking Range Safety Officers and cashiers. Onstage Ogden is seeking ushers and festival staff, and Peery’s Egyptian Theater is looking for ushers. The Senior Companion Program is seeking individuals 55 and older to serve as companions to homebound individuals. Finally, the Washington Terrace Senior Center is seeking volunteers for lunch service and guest check-in, while the Weber County Archery Park is seeking help with memberships and equipment rentals. Organizations needing volunteers can call 801-625-3777 or 801-778-6897 for more information, and the Weber Human Services Area of Aging is seeking Monday volunteers for various duties. The Weber County Sport Shooting Complex offers training classes every third Saturday of the month. The Weber County Archery Park and Weber County Animal Shelter are also seeking assistance. The Senior Medicare Patrol offers required training for all volunteers. The Weber Morgan County Ombudsman provides required training and continuing education for its advocates.
