Are you creative? St. Vincent DePaul is seeking a volunteer for its art department. This is an opportunity for someone to have fun with his or her creative side while enjoying artwork of all kinds. Contact Kim at 715-298-3028 or email [email protected].
Educators, physical/occupational therapists. GiGi’s Playhouse needs volunteers to lead classes of therapeutic programming for individuals with down syndrome or anyone who would benefit. Training will be provided. Contact Kris at 608-669-3066 or email [email protected].
Skilled handyman. Faith in Action needs skilled volunteers to help the Senior Home Safety Program. Volunteers assist homeowners ages 60 and older by installing grab bars, hand railings and toilet risers, to reduce falls within the home. Program training available. Contact Jamie at 715-848-8783 oremail [email protected].
Camp counselors. Aspirus Rainbow’s End summer camp is looking for youth volunteers to work one-on-one with campers with special needs. Assist with craft activities, archery, swimming and more! Call Renee at 715-847-2000, ext. 55838, or email [email protected].
Volunteer advocate. The Volunteer Ombudsman program is looking for compassionate volunteers to spend 2-3 hours a week at local nursing homes, visiting with the residents. Call 1-800-815-0015 or email [email protected].
In-kind donated items needed
Work stations. Childcaring is looking for seven to 10 gently used or new workspaces. Call Micki 800-628-8534 or email [email protected].
Health equipment. Good News Project is accepting gently used medical care equipment for their lending closet. The needs are bath transfer benches, wheelchairs, lift chairs and knee scooters. Other items are accepted as well. Call Toni at 715-843-5985 or email [email protected].
Let’s get peddling! With nice weather just around the corner, North Central Health Care is looking for a gently used, working, adult men’s bike. Contact Kathy at 715-848-4450 or [email protected].
Source: United Way of Marathon County
