In Multnomah County, RSVP is sponsored by Legacy Health System. People who are interested in working with children and the environment. Become a Nature Guide at Tryon Creek State Park. For more information call 636-4398 and ask for Linda. People 55 years or older are teamed with a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd grade student for weekly sessions.
Tutors commit to one hour a week with a student and have on-going training at a monthly meeting.
Elder Advocates needed to protect the rights and dignity of the elderly and to advocate for quality long term care. They will serve as Certified Ombudsmen for the residents of nursing homes, residential care facilities, assisted living facilities, and adult foster care homes. The advocates will participate in a nationally recognized training program that covers areas such as the aging process, communication skills, mediation, problem-solving skills and investigations. An orientation training will be held in Portland beginning December. Certified Ombudsmen investigate complaints and concerns of the residents and then work with the facilities to make changes.