For more information, contact the Michigan Office of Services to the Aging. These volunteers provide counseling and training in the areas of management, business expansion, marketing and distribution. Senior Center Volunteers Hundreds of senior centers throughout the state need volunteers to provide services or coordinate activities for older adults who participate in senior center activities or can no longer do so. If you would like to be a volunteer, contact a nearby community center to find out about any volunteer opportunities. United Way Community Services Volunteer Community Service Network United Way Community Services operates a volunteer matching service to connect volunteers with charitable causes.
Older adults play a key role in the education of children in our community.
Many tutor students who are learning English as a second language, while others help students who are experiencing academic difficulties or pursuing career choices or extracurricular interests. If you are interested in offering your services as a volunteer, contact your local school superintendent's office or the National Association of Partners in Education. The association can put you in touch with local volunteer programs and provide liability insurance, a newsletter, discounts on publications and an annual conference. There is a nominal membership fee. United Way Community Services Getting Help- Search for appropriate agency or under volunteer services.