These placements provide meaningful volunteer opportunities by utilizing the volunteer's experience, knowledge and skills. RSVP volunteers are eligible for mileage and meal reimbursement, insurance, recognition events, and many other benefits.
Entertainment includes vocalists, instrumentalists, humor, poetry, storytelling, and much more.
Services are available to non-profit or government organizations and events within Yakima County without cost, although reimbursement for volunteer mileage is appreciated. Telephone Reassurance - Volunteer seniors who enjoy telephoning are matched with other seniors, handicapped persons, or individuals homebound or medically at risk for the purpose of having a friend to talk to and providing a safety check. Senior volunteers trained by the Washington State Insurance Commissioner's Office provide insurance counseling free of charge to seniors who want information on Medicare supplements or long-term care insurance. Counseling by phone or appointment. Services are available without cost to seniors, families of seniors, or adults who are nearing retirement age.