In addition to the daily call, clients are assisted with obtaining other needed services or are provided with appropriate referrals. Twenty-four hour support is provided by the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay's Hotline of Hillsborough. Volunteering provides an opportunity to make a difference in the life of another person and to develop new friendships. ElderNet volunteers can call from their home or office. This enables home-bound individuals to volunteer and remain linked and active within their community.
Every effort is made to match a volunteer to a client with similar interests or experiences.
Caring, concerned people 16 years of age or older are eligible to volunteer. New volunteers must complete an application and personal interview and participate in a two-hour training program. The interview and training may be conducted in the applicant's home if they are unable to travel. For information about other volunteer opportunities at the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay clink on the Volunteer Opportunities link at the bottom of this page. SOS Volunteer S erve O ur S eniors, SOS, is an ElderNet Services program that connects teens with senior citizens so both age groups benefit.