Volunteers do almost everything, from helping elderly people shop or get to doctor appointments, to teaching school age children to read, to providing needed respite breaks to harried caregivers. No matter what your education, background or skill level, there is a volunteer job waiting for you. The benefits you receive from helping others are many. Volunteering enables you to meet new people, learn new skills and make a difference in someone else s life. As a volunteer, you control when, where and how much time you spend.
Many organizations using volunteers provide on the job training.
Most social service agencies and schools rely heavily on volunteer help. In fact, many say that they could not provide the services they provide without their volunteers. If you think volunteering is for you, consider what sort of work you would like to do. Your local health department may have need for volunteers in their clinics. Perhaps a local art center or theater needs hosts for upcoming programs.