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| Impact Area | City | Title | Description | ID# |
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| Adult Education | Elk Grove Village | Driver Safety Program Instructor | "Instructors to teach a 8 hour refresher course for motorists age 50+. Orientation, training, materials and program related expenses provided. Must teach a minimum of 3 classes a year, attend annual or semi-annual refresher workshops and participate in Driver Safety Program as a prerequisite. Volunteers must be 55 years & older." | OPP-000752 |
| Adult Education | Adult Literacy Tutor | "Read to Learn Adult Literacy/Volunteer Program: Volunteer tutors work one-to-one with adults to improve basic reading & writing skills. Classes meet for 2.5 hours per week for 10 weeks. Classes meet in schools, libraries and churches throughout the Northwest Suburbs. Next training September 2011. All volunteers must attend training. Volunteer must be 17 years & older." | OPP-000249 | |
| Arts & Culture | Evanston | Assistant Librarian | Manage and catalog secondary sources (books and movies). Cull selection as new selections come in. Volunteers must be 55 & older. | OPP-000483 |
| Arts & Culture | Evanston | Exhibit Design and Maintenance | Work with Museum Collection Supervisor to set up and clean displays as needed. Also maintain lighting and display area. Volunteers must be 55 & older. | OPP-000562 |
| Arts & Culture | Glenview | Birthday Party Organizer/Host | A committed birthday party host volunteer is needed to organize the parties for children and guests to be held on 10am-4pm Saturday's or Sunday's with a min 2 hour shift either day at a children's museum. This is kind of volunteer position where we are seeking someone to take ownership of the experience. Volunteers age 55 and better | OPP-000694 |
| Arts & Culture | Evanston | Docent | Lead school and individual group tours through permanent and temporary exhibits. Educate guests of museum on Native American history and artifact significance. Answer questions related to Native American History and exhibits. Help to make American-Indian inspired crafts. Volunteers age 55 and older. | OPP-000591 |
| Arts & Culture | Palatine | Book Sorting and Pricing-NOW EVENING AND WEEKEND HOURS | We are busy sorting and pricing books now for our gigantic Used Book Sale to be held on August 19 - 21 at Harper College in Palatine. This is so much fun and great for groups. We are working the second Sat. of each month from 9:00am-1:00pm. Please call for details. Volunteer must be 18 years and older. | OPP-000458 |
| Arts & Culture | Glenview | Office Support | Member services department of a children's museum seeks volunteers to take responsibility to organize departments filing when needed and mailings which is at the beginning of each month for one day from 10am - 12pm. Volunteers are to be 55 and better. | OPP-000710 |
| Arts & Culture | Glenview | Family Celebration Host | "You are invited to be part of Family Celebrations at a Children's Museum. Volunteers would help set up, meeting/greeting families, replenishing food items and cleanup during breakfast or supper events on various dates from April and May. Volunteers ages 55 and better" | OPP-000569 |
| Arts & Culture | Evanston | Volunteer Museum Assistant | "Greet visitors at this native American Indian museum, provide orientation to visitors, answer questions on the phone, maintain museum flyers, and list of special events, make copies when necessary. Option to work in gift shop. Volunteer must be 55 years & older." | OPP-000504 |
| Arts & Culture | Evanston | "Gardener, Native American Medicinal Garden" | Maintain garden and develop as necessary. Possibly teach and lead demonstrations. Improve appearance of garden with a goal of expanding the museum outside into the garden. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | OPP-000542 |
| Arts & Culture | Skokie | Admissions Clerk | "Admissions Clerk: To provide excellent customer service while selling admission tickets to the Museum including special events and programs. Responsibilities include: Admission sales to visitors Computer operations Cash handling Qualifications: Previous hospitality experience preferred but not required, a cheerful and positive attitude, comfort with handling cash and utilitzing electronic point-of-sale equipment, ability to problem solve, welcoming to a diverse visitorship. " | OPP-000898 |
| Children & Youth Education | Des Plaines | Exercise Coach | Lead an exercise group for teenage girls with developmental disabilities. Wednesday evenings around 7:30 p.m. for about an hour. Volunteers must be female and 21 years & older. | OPP-000787 |
| Children & Youth Education | Des Plaines | Mentor | Mentor a teenage girl living in residential care. Willing to commit long term. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | OPP-000789 |
| Children & Youth Education | Des Plaines | Technology Learning Center Helper | Help young elementary students log on to computers in the technology learning center or mobile library van. Basic computer experience and ability to guide and assist elementary age students. | OPP-000947 |
| Children & Youth Education | Home Work Club | "Make a difference with a child age 5-10. Give one-on-one tutoring time, help with math, reading, or homework support for 1-2 hours per week after school Monday - Thursday. Commit to an entire school semester. Flexible days and times. Volunteers age 55 and over." | OPP-000810 | |
| Children & Youth Education | Reading Partner | "NEED FILLED. PLEASE APPLY IN SEPT. Put a smile on the face of a child when you work with him/her to learn to read. When a child discovers they can read words, it will brighten their day and yours. Minimum commitment is 1 school semester. Volunteers must be 55 years & older." | OPP-000345 | |
| Children & Youth Education | Chicago | After School Tutors & Mentors | "Program volunteers are needed to assist with after school programs: tutoring, mentoring, or teach classes or projects on visual and mixed media art and computer classes for youth ages 6 - 17. Mon - Thurs 3 - 6 pm & Sat 10 am - 1pm. Volunteers must be 19 years & older." | OPP-000812 |
| Children & Youth Education | Palatine | Plan a Fundraising Project | "Do you like to plan and host parties? Social service agency is looking for help to plan fundraisers, golf outing, dinner dance/auction. Activities include securing auction items, sponsorships, decorating & committee leadership. Volunteers must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000091 |
| Children & Youth Education | Naperville | Reading Partner | Be an intergenerational volunteer in your local schools in Bartlett or Streamwood. We need volunteers to make sure that the younger generation can read before they enter the next grade. Minimum commitment is 1 school semester. Volunteers must be 55 years & older. | OPP-000344 |
| Children & Youth Education | Itasca | Educate Young People Through Junior Achievement | "Inspire and educate young people to learn the economics of life by volunteering through Junior Achievement. One hour a week for 5 - 10 weeks during school hours, flexible hours and schools in the NW Suburbs & Chicagoland area. Training provided. Volunteers must be 18 years and older" | OPP-000104 |
| Children & Youth Education | Des Plaines | Thrift Shop Helpers | "Volunteers need for a variety of tasks, including: sorting and organizing donations, customer service, sales support in the thrift shop which supports the Maryville Crisis Nursery. Hours, Monday, Wednesday & Fridays from 10 am - 2 pm. Volunteer must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000832 |
| Children & Youth Education | Des Plaines | Maintenance | "Help us maintain area childcare residential facility in Des Plaines. General maintenance work help is needed Monday - Friday 8 am - 4 pm. - cleaning, washing floors, emptying trash cans etc. Will accept as many hours as you are able to volunteer. Volunteers must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000837 |
| Children & Youth Education | Reading Partner | Be an intergenerational volunteer in your local schools. We need volunteers to make sure that the younger generation can read before they enter the next grade. Must commitment for 1 school semester. Volunteers must be 55 years & older. | OPP-000339 | |
| Children & Youth Education | Lunch Time Mentors | "Give students a chance to form a positive bond with a caring adult. Each mentor is matched to a particular student who might benefit from extra, positive attention from an adult. Meet once a week during the student's lunch/recess time at a day of the week of mentor's choosing. Typical activities include play of games, talk, or do some sort of activity like a craft or drawing. Program runs October - May. Commitment of one full school semester. Volunteers age 55 and over." | OPP-000806 | |
| Children & Youth Education | Libertyville | Haunted Harvest | "Calling all ghosts, goblins & ghouls... join the fun at the Haunted Harvest from 5:30 - 10:00 p.m. on Saturday nights in October (10/8, 10/15/ 10/22, 10/29). Volunteers are needed to be gently scary actors and help with concessions and other duties.Volunteers must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000754 |
| Children & Youth Education | Rolling Meadows | Assist with special needs students for community trips | Kirk Kids on the Go. This after school and Saturday morning program is an outings program for high school age students. Join the fun by accompanying the students with special needs & staff on different trips into the community. Volunteers must be 14 years & older. | OPP-000146 |
| Children & Youth Education | Itasca | Ask the Expert Day | "Ask the Expert Day, is a great time for all. Volunteer to go into a classroom for a period of 45 minutes to discuss all the aspects of your career & education, give helpful tips and advice to students who are planning their career choices and higher education. Volunteers must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000613 |
| Children & Youth Education | Hoffman Estates | Youth Drop-in Center Assistant | "Teen Center volunteers for drop-in center, Monday - Friday, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Assist staff with supervision, encouragement & support. Flexible schedule, training provided and a commitment of 4 months required. Volunteer must be 17 years & older." | OPP-000221 |
| Children & Youth Education | Des Plaines | Youth Mentoring | "Meet with mentee 2-4 times a month. Initially in the residential setting. Youth are males, ages 14-18, diagnosed with a conduct disorder. Volunteers must be Male ages 25 +" | OPP-000809 |
| Children & Youth Education | Hoffman Estates | Administrative Support | "Organization serving Down's Syndrome children and their families needs help answering their phones during office hours creating literacy workbooks to help children learn to read, mail information to new families, or other playhouse facilities. No computer skills required. Pleasant and friendly voice, and weekly commitment of 3-4 hours a week. Volunteers must be 55 & older." | OPP-000477 |
| Children & Youth Education | Hoffman Estates | Access Data Entry | Help organization serving down's syndrome children and their families by keep Access data base current and up to date with new contact information. Weekly commitment of 3-4 hours. Accuracy a must. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | OPP-000478 |
| Children & Youth Education | Partners Assisting Learning in Schools (PALS) | "Adults to assist grade 6-8 students one on one or in a small group who have difficulty with study or organizational skills. Volunteers will help students get started on homework assignments, give tips on how to study and find information. Volunteers must be 55 years & older." | OPP-000388 | |
| Children & Youth Education | Libertyville | Harvest Day Fun with Children | "Harvest Day Activities, 12:00 p.m. - 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 29. Assist with sand art craft tables, child & pet costume contests, food concessions & other activities. (45) Volunteers needed for the full day. Volunteers must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000765 |
| Children & Youth Education | Palatine | Office duties | "People with a heart who are willing to alphabetize and file information for an agency that provides support to siblings of children with cancer. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday - Friday. Commit to half or full day weekly. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000310 |
| Children & Youth Education | Prospect Heights | Summer Adventure Camp | "We need volunteer groups to come in each day of Summer Adventure Camp and assist our staff, beginning June 14 - July 15. Volunteer groups need to have a minimum of 9 people or be matched up on days that some individual volunteers are already coming. Junior high and senior high individuals are welcome as long as there is a ratio of one adult to three youth. Volunteers will receive training on the day of service from 11:00-11:45 and go through a debriefing from 4:15-4:45 at the end of the day. Volunteers will be involved in serving 4 years old through seventh graders by assisting them in doing arts/crafts projects, reading books with them, and doing organized games/sports. Some volunteers may be asked to go along as chaperones on field trips, but this will be coordinated with the group leader ahead of time. July 1 and 15 are Olympic Days and involve running various game stations for the youth and more than likely would be longer days. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult" | OPP-000849 |
| Children & Youth Education | Northbrook | Intergenerational Volunteer | "Rock or feed babies, play games, read stories, or enrich the teacher's planned activities at this child care and early learning center for infants to age 6. Volunteers age 55 and over." | OPP-000208 |
| Children & Youth Education | Palatine | Administrative Assistance | "Volunteers are needed to assist an agency who supports siblings of children with cancer with general administration support, such as answering phones, filing and word processing. A commitment of 2-3 day's a week is required during business hours. Volunteers age 18 and over." | OPP-000745 |
| Children & Youth Education | Wheeling | Reading/Math Partner | "Put a smile on a face of a child when you work with him/her to learn to read. When a child discovers they can read words, it will brighten their day and yours. Math tutoring may also be needed. Support student computation and problem solving skills. Commitment expected for the school year October thru May. Volunteers must be 55 years & older." | OPP-000347 |
| Children & Youth Education | Palatine | Youth Mentoring | "Be a role model and friend to a child between the ages of 7 - 15 who will benefit from an extra adult in their life. Volunteers are matched one-on-one and help children develop better social, emotional, and academic skills. Training and ongoing support provided. Volunteers must be at least 21 years old, have a valid driver's license and insurance, and pass a criminal background and driving record check." | OPP-000083 |
| Children & Youth Education | Reading Tutor | Read to an elementary school student and have them read to you. Watch as they grow in their reading vocabulary when you work with these young children. Minimum commitment is 1 school semester. Volunteers must be 55 years & older. | OPP-000348 | |
| Children & Youth Education | Hoffman Estates | Newsletter Mailer | "Help to advocate for organization serving children with Downs Syndrome, by helping with their monthly newsletter mailing. Join a group of volunteers for a few hours once a month. Volunteers age 55 and over." | OPP-000350 |
| Children & Youth Education | Reading Partner | "Read with a 1st or 2nd grade school student. Watch as they grow in their reading vocabulary when you work with these young children. Schools in Glenview, Morton Grove, Niles, Park Ridge and DesPlaines. Volunteers age 55 and over" | OPP-000355 | |
| Children & Youth Education | Des Plaines | Mentor Volunteer | "Mentor to a 17 year old girl in a residential treatment program (Girl like a 13/14 year old) is needed. She is very much in to arts and crafts. She is energetic, likes to tell stories, and will need a female volunteer, age 25 and over, who can set clear limits with her and maintain them. " | OPP-000913 |
| Children & Youth Education | Des Plaines | Tutors for Needy Readers | "Participate in an after school program for 30 middle school students unable to read fluently.Training will be provided by a literacy specialist with ongoing support. Volunteers are needed to fill one-to-one reading instruction tutor positions for a struggling reader. . Program will run Tues, Wed & Thurs.. from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.. Choose one or more days a week to help. Also, a lunchtime homework help and 1:1 reading tutoring 10:30-11:35 and 11:15 - 12:20. Minimum commitment is 1 school semester. Volunteers age 55 and over." | OPP-000946 |
| Children & Youth Education | Des Plaines | Classroom Tutor | "Provide young students with some individual time, attention and motivation to help them improve in their academic skills. One hour a week can make a difference in a child's desire to learn. Minimum commitment is 1 school semester .Volunteers age 55 and over" | OPP-000944 |
| Children & Youth Education | Des Plaines | Tutor for English Language Learner Students | First grader teacher needs several volunteers to help English language learning student. Speak and share the rich complexity of the native English language one on one or with a group of 2 to 3 students.Minimum commitment is 1 school semester. Volunteers must be 55 years & older. | OPP-000945 |
| Civic & Community | Rosemont | Brighten Lives Of Area Patients By Caring For Donors At Community Blood Drives | "Help us brighten lives for area patients by providing a positive, rewarding experience for donors at community blood drives that are held at businesses and community groups. Responsibilities include: welcoming donors to the blood drive and managing the refreshment area as well as other duties. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000332 |
| Civic & Community | Rosemont | Help Us Serve Our Donors And Patients | "We are in need of a Mail Room Assistant Volunteer. Responsibilities include: Switchboard Relief, Making copies, Mail Distribution, Faxing, Scanning and other similar duties. The ideal volunteer must be flexible, detail oriented and customer service focused. Experience in a mail room setting is preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. This is a fast paced work environment. Folks must be able to stand for several hours at a time and lift up to 20 pounds. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000816 |
| Civic & Community | Arlington Heights | Bulk Mail Helpers | "Helpers needed on an occasional basis at various agencies, be on a call list and we check your availability when the need arises. Volunteer must be 14 years & older." | OPP-000232 |
| Civic & Community | Rosemont | Help Us Save Lives! | "Help us save lives in your community! Local community groups, schools and businesses host blood donations throughout the week. These generous donors positively impact cancer patients, trauma patients and many, many more. We need you to let them know how special they truly are. Responsibilities include welcoming donors, donor care and refreshments. Volunteer must be 18 years and older." | OPP-000657 |
| Civic & Community | Arlington Heights | Food Pantry Helper | "THIS POSITION IS NOT AVAILABLE PANTRY IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION. Local Township food pantry needs assistance to stock shelves, sort food, check for expiration dates and make up bags for emergency use or per family needs. Training required. Volunteers must be 14 years & older." | OPP-000762 |
| Civic & Community | Hoffman Estates | Township Office Assistant | "Help with office clerical needs and reception/phone work at local township office. Flexible weekday hours, half day or more each week. Will work with your schedule. Volunteer must be 17 years & older." | OPP-000763 |
| Civic & Community | Hoffman Estates | Newsletter Mailing for the Disabled | "Township Disabled Services department in need of assistance with newsletter mailing every other month from noon - 3 p.m., days vary. Ages 16 & over" | OPP-000256 |
| Civic & Community | Bloomingdale | Receptionist | Greet and direct incoming clients to proper service area at busy social benefits office. Shifts are 8:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or 12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. any day Mon - Fri. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | OPP-000268 |
| Civic & Community | Tinley Park | Blood Drive Host | Help at up-coming Heartland blood drives with registration or refreshments. Visit our web-site www.heartlandbc.org for dates and locations near you. Volunteers age 55 and over. | OPP-000176 |
| Civic & Community | Prospect Heights | Greeter | "Greet and direct incoming clients at this busy social benefits. Help needed Monday, Wednesday or Thursday from 8:45 - 11:45 am, also Tuesday and Wednesday from 1 -4 pm.Background check and fingerprinting required and administered by staff. Volunteers age 55 and over." | OPP-000171 |
| Civic & Community | Palatine | Medical Reserve Corp | Volunteer health professionals are needed on the Palatine Medical Reserve Corp. Volunteers will be assisting local 1st responders during a disaster and be available resource to help the community with public health needs. Various committees are available. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | OPP-000450 |
| Civic & Community | Arlington Heights | Web Development and Upkeep | "HandsOn Suburban Chicago (formerly The Volunter Center of NW Suburban Chicago and the largest volunteer center in Illinois) is looking for hard working volunteers to help us maintain our Web Site. This could be a off-site (virtual) volunteer opportunity depending on expertise with DRUPAL. This requires familiarity with the DRUPAL, HTML, CSS, FTP and Dreamweaver etc. A good eye for graphics design helps as well! Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000465 |
| Civic & Community | Des Plaines | Chef's Needed | "Share your cooking skills by planning, purchasing, preparing and serving Monday night community dinner for 100-125 people from 2 - 7 pm. Cooks can commit to 1 Monday night a month, groups are welcome to participate. Groups welcome. Volunteer must be 21 years & older." | OPP-000469 |
| Civic & Community | Arlington Heights | Board Member | "For an agency that provides community outreach programs. Expertise in marketing/public relations, human resources or fundraising. Meetings are held monthly on the 3rd Thursdays from 5:30 - 7:3 p.m. Volunteer must be 21 years & older." | OPP-000299 |
| Civic & Community | Arlington Heights | Disaster Response | "Help enhance the safety of your family & community by being ready to respond in a disaster. A FREE 20 hour Community Emergency Response Training course with selected area villages, such as Elk Grove, Palatine, etc. Volunteers must be 18 years and older." | OPP-000779 |
| Civic & Community | Chicago | Hospitality at O'Hare Airport | "Volunteer at O'Hare to roam the airport and stand at confusion points in the terminal identifying passengers who may need assistance to find their gate, the international terminal, a bus, etc. Shifts are 10-2 or 2-7 weekdays, & 3-7 on Sunday. Training will be provided. Volunteers need to be 18 & over." | OPP-000637 |
| Civic & Community | Chicago | Receptionist and Hospitality at O'Hare Airport | "Staff the front desk of the main office for Travelers Aid at O'Hare assisting travelers with social services needs - meeting vulnerable passengers such as refugees and international adoptees. Occasionally help with routine office tasks. Weekdays, 10-2 or 2-7. Volunteers need to be 18 & over in age." | OPP-000638 |
| Civic & Community | Hoffman Estates | Event Coordinator for the Disabled | Tired of Bingo? Like to plan parties? Put your skills to work by planning and hosting parties or special events for area disabled residents. Ages 18 & over | OPP-000255 |
| Civic & Community | Arlington Heights | Donate School Supplies | "Area elementary school for children is in need of school supplies and backpacks for needy school children. Backpacks, scissors, erasers, colored pencils, glue sticks, red, black & blue pens, book covers, composition books, & compasses. Open to all ages." | OPP-000067 |
| Civic & Community | Arlington Heights | Friendly Visitors Needed | Here is an opportunity to both give and receive friendship. Provide companionship by being a friendly visitor to a shut-in (good listening & conversation skills desirable). May also pick up groceries and medications. Volunteer must be 18 & over. | OPP-000068 |
| Civic & Community | Arlington Heights | Marketing - Legal Connections | "Volunteer with marketing background to increase exposure for CASE - Court Appointed Service Elective program to judges, lawyers, police departments, ministerial organizations, etc. for The Volunteer Center. Flexible weekday hours. Call for details. Volunteer must be 21 years & older." | OPP-000842 |
| Civic & Community | Skokie | Education Volunteer | "Volunteers are needed for the Education Department at the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center. Responsibilities will be to assist with field trips including, but not limited to, checking in schools, moving student lunches to student dining area, setting up microphones for survivor speakers, assisting in the youth exhibit during field trips, and organizing/cleaning headsets after field trips. Weekday morning shifts available. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds required. " | OPP-000942 |
| Civic & Community | Skokie | Library Volunteer | "Volunteers are needed to staff the Brill Family Resource Center at the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center. No previous library experience necessary. On site training will be provided. Basic computer skills preferred. The Museum's special library contains over 12,000 catalogued volumes. Our volunteers help visitors locate materials, provide access to Holocaust survivor testimonies, and answer questions. Both weekday and weekend shifts are available. " | OPP-000941 |
| Disaster & Emergency Services | Arlington Heights | Disaster Full Scale Exercise Volunteer | "URGENT NEED for Volunteers during a Full Scale Exercise to be held on Wednesday August 10th in the Palatine Area. This exercise will include First Responders in the local area to test their response plans during a disaster. A large amount of Voluntees are needed to partcipate during the event to see the effectiveness of their response. Example of volunteer disccriptions are administration, Parking lot Assistance, Greeters and Victims. This day can be fun and worthwhile knowing you have helped our dedicated local first responders be better prepared to save lives. Times vary with jobs. Just in Time Training will be provided at the site before you are placed on the day of the event. Groups are Welcomed!!! " | OPP-000924 |
| Disaster & Emergency Services | Arlington Heights | Disaster Professionals | "Do you have 3 weeks to go on a national assignment? Licensed clinical social workers, clinical professionals or social workers must be available for assignments with 48 hours or less notice. Extensive training required. Ages 55 years & over" | OPP-000092 |
| Disaster & Emergency Services | Palatine | CERT Training | "Are you Ready to Respond in a disaster? Community Emergency Response Training Free 20 hour Course, available to Palatine residents(space allows, surrounding Communities) Call for Fall 2011 training dates. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000017 |
| Disaster & Emergency Services | Arlington Heights | Disaster Relief | "Instructors needed to give community disaster education presentations to a variety of audiences - youth, elderly, community groups. Instructors may need to travel around the city, but it is not required. Training required. Ages 55 & over" | OPP-000057 |
| Disaster & Emergency Services | Arlington Heights | DISASTER SERVICES/REC (Response & Emergency Communications) | "Join in helping victims of local, state or national disasters! Become a member of our Disaster Action Team (DAT), a Mass Care worker (Shelter Operations/Feeding/Supplies), Communications team member, or Mental Health (Professional Crisis Personnel). Ages 55 & Over" | OPP-000013 |
| Disaster & Emergency Services | Arlington Heights | First Aid/CPR/AED instructor | "Touch a life forever, become a Volunteer First Aid/CPR/AED instructor. Help the Red Cross make communities' healthier,and a safer places to live. Daytime, evening and weekend opportunities. Training required. Volunteers must be 55 and over." | OPP-000076 |
| Environment | Hoffman Estates | Discover the Lost Illinois (Nature Restoration Project) | "Enjoy the great outdoors, get some exercise, learn about nature, meet new people, and make new friends at the Poplar Creek Forest Preserve! For over two decades, the Poplar Creek Prairie Stewards have been restoring hundreds of acres of purchased farm land into the rarest of our native landscape-the Tall Grass Prairie. Once again, rare plants, insects, and birds are returning to landscape long lost to our urban and rural development. Activities vary based on the season. Cut brush in the winter; collect seed, remove weeds, or plant in the spring, summer, and fall. Necessary tools and supplies are provided by the Prairie Stewards. Please dress appropriately! It's not about fashion... it's about function. Dressing the right way will make your experience a lot more enjoyable. Keep in mind that during the fall, winter, and early spring, it can be colder on the prairie than it is at home. Usually, though, temperatures warm as the morning progresses, so we suggest that you dress in layers that you can remove or add as needed. Minimum clothing for cold weather includes: long pants, long sleeves, gloves or mittens, warm socks, boots, warm coat, and hat or hood. Long underwear is a good idea whenever the temperature is below 35 degrees Fahrenheit. Fleece makes an excellent middle layer. Minimum clothing for warm weather includes: long pants, socks, sturdy shoes, long sleeves, sunglasses, and a sun hat. A wicking layer close to your skin can be very helpful on hot days. We also recommend that you use an appropriate sunscreen, and if you have preferences for insect repellent, that you bring your choice. We usually have a DEET-containing insect repellent available when needed. Comfortable as they are, shorts, skirts, capri pants, tank tops, and sandals are never a good idea on the prairie or in the woodland, even in warm weather. Walking in rough terrain among tall plants poses hazards that will make these sorts of clothes very uncomfortable. Trust us—we know from firsthand experience. For directions to Carl Hansen Woods and more information about the Poplar Creek Prairie Stewards click here! If you are under the age of 18 and would like to volunteer for this event please fill out the following forms and give them to the Volunteer Leader when you arrive at the project. Youth Registration Form Youth Photo Release" | OPP-000866 |
| Environment | Hoffman Estates | Conservation - Litter Clean-up | "Help keep the Forest Preserves beautiful for all to enjoy. Plan a day to help clean up an area near where you live, all supplies are provided - gloves, trash bags and a permit. Groups up to 100 volunteers are welcome! Early Spring thru late Fall. Volunteers under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult." | OPP-000828 |
| Environment | Glenview | Gift Store Attendant | "Cashier and gift store attendant to sell a variety of items for children and the nature enthusiast including books, candles, sun catchers, t-shirts and seasonal items. Wednesday's afternoon available as needed. Volunteers age 55 and over." | OPP-000042 |
| Environment | Chicago | Forest Preserve Conservation - Brush Cutting Crew | "Protect our natural environment! Help to remove invasive trees and shrubs in our Forest Preserves. Work with a Master Steward to cut back European buckthorn, October - March, 2- 4 hours. Tools and training provided. Groups up to 25 welcome. Volunteer must be 16 years & older" | OPP-000445 |
| Environment | Chicago | Conservation - Work with a Master Steward | "Help save rare species of plants making natural areas healthier. Work with a Master Steward at one of 70 management sites in the Forest Preserve. Help with brush cutting or garlic mustard removal, 2-4 hours April - June. Individuals and groups up to 50 welcome. All supplies and orientation provided. Volunteers must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000446 |
| Environment | Glenview | Help the restoration team work on the land | "Help the restoration team collect seeds or remove non-native invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. Activities on Saturdays or Sunday beginning at 9:00 a.m. Scheduled restoration days, Saturdays/Sunday - 5/28, 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/10, 7/16, 8/13, 8/20. Wednesday's and Friday's special group day's. Volunteer must be 55 years & older." | OPP-000308 |
| Environment | Palatine | Yard Work | "Outside yard work on 6 acres of land for group of 5 to 50 volunteers, can be done weekdays/Saturdays. Landscaping, planting, weeding, trees & brush trimming, painting or cleaning. Volunteers must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000199 |
| Environment | Bartlett | Recycling Volunteer | "Help keep Hanover Township green! This annual event is very successful and we need your help! Items that will be accepted include electronics, cell phones, bicycles, car batteries, books and magazines, propane tanks, worn American flags, documents for shredding, and more! Volunteers will unload items at each station as community members arrive in their cars. Volunteers must be comfortable lifting 25-50 lbs." | OPP-000907 |
| Family Services | Lisle | Passages Hospice Volunteer | "Volunteers are wanted in areas to provide friendship and companionship to hospice patients. You can help the patient reminisce, read to them, take them on walks, or just sit quietly bedside so that they know they are not alone. Other Passages Hospice volunteer opportunities include providing respite for patient caregivers and assisting with the Dream Foundation to make patient ""dreams"" come true. You can volunteer during the day, early evenings or on weekends. Volunteers typically spend 1-2 hours each week visiting with their assigned patient. Passages Hospice provides complete Hospice Volunteer training to all volunteers to best prepare them for the psychological and spiritual dynamics of end-of-life care. Training usually consists of three - 1 hours sessions. Passages Hospice provides their volunteers with their own training manuals that they can use as a guide. We arrange to have each training session separate. The Volunteer coordinator will be sure to meet with the volunteer by offering to meet when the volunteer's schedule is open. Times and days needed are according to your availability and between 1 -2 hours weekly. Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older. Must provide your own transportation and proof of insurance and adhere to HIPAA and confidentiality regulations, Pass TB screening & criminal background check." | OPP-000917 |
| Family Services | Morris | Morris Hospice Volunteer | "A Volunteer is needed in Morris, Illinois to provide friendship and companionship to a hospice patient. You can help the patient reminisce, read to them, take them on walks, or just sit quietly bedside so that they know they are not alone. Other Passages Hospice volunteer opportunities include providing respite for patient caregivers and assisting with the Dream Foundation to make patient ""dreams"" come true. You can volunteer during the day, early evenings or on weekends. The Volunteer typically will spend 3-4 hours each week visiting with their assigned patient. This specific patient needs a volunteer that will provide relief for the family during this difficult time. Passages Hospice provides complete Hospice Volunteer training to all volunteers to best prepare them for the psychological and spiritual dynamics of end-of-life care. Training consists of three - 1hours sessions. We provide a training manual that will act as a guide for the Passages Hospice training. The regional Volunteer Coordinator will meet the volunteer for the training and will be flexible with the volunteers schedule. Times and days needed: 3- 4 hours per week when available. Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older, have a TB screening and pass criminal background check. Must provide own transportation and proof of insurance." | OPP-000918 |
| Family Services | Park Ridge | Wellness LifeBalance Coordinator | "LifeBalance is a wellness ministry for faith communities developed by Lutheran Social Services of Illinois. During this wellness program the participant is asked to examine the physical, emotional, social, intellectual, vocational, and financial arenas of their lives, through the perspective of their faith, and their spiritual well-being. This course, set up for 8 weeks(8 sessions) is intended to help participants build on strengths and tackle behaviors and attitudes they would like to change in order to enhance their life balance and well-being. Each week is dedicated to exploring one dimension of the Wholeness Wheel. Lutheran Social Services of Illinois seeks a LifeBalance Volunteer Coordinator to assist in the implementation of the LifeBalance curriculum within faith communities. The candidate should have an interest in the subject of wellness and wholeness, actively engage in and practices a healthy lifestyle. Experience in community/church outreach, volunteer training, or program development is a plus. Strong motivation, initiative, attention to detail, and a friendly and customer focused attitude. Responsibilities include: Assist in networking with a variety of faith communities to raise awareness about the LifeBalance program. Assist in scheduling and providing presentations to congregations, church groups and pastor conference meetings. Maintain inventory of LifeBalance Curriculum. Maintain orders of LifeBalance Curriculum. Sustain communications with participating LifeBalance congregations for additional assistance and resources. As needed, provide informational sessions to potential participants about LifeBalance. Individuals interested in volunteering with the LifeBalance program should contact Kelly Fitzgerald at (847)390-1432 or kelly.fitzgerald@lssi.org" | OPP-000868 |
| Family Services | Palatine | Case Management - Clerical Assistance | Clerical assistance needed to help purge client files 2- 3 hours a week for an organizations that supports disabled adults. Volunteer would sort and do interactive filing. Location of office is in Waukegan. Flexible hours.Volunteer must be 25 years & older. | OPP-000811 |
| Family Services | Inverness | Intake coordinator (Bilingual very welcomed) | "Intake coordinator needed for organization that supports women facing issues related to pregnancy and early childhood challenges. Flexible weekly or by monthly hours; four hour shifts. Training offered one time a year only, training provided. Orientation and training provided. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000094 |
| Family Services | Inverness | Female Spanish translators | "Female Spanish translators needed, 4 hours per week, for counseling center for pregnant women, to assist adults in a confidential environment. 9 - 7 p.m. - Mondays, 9 - 1 p.m. - Wednesdays, and 4:30 - 7p.m. - Thursdays. Willing to work with your schedule. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000095 |
| Family Services | Inverness | Donations for Newborns Needed | "Counseling center for pregnant women and young mothers are in need of diapers, sizes 1 - 5, new baby bottles, all kinds of formula - especially Enfamil, baby shampoo, lotion, wipes, gently used clothes 0 to 6x, $10.00 each gift certificates to Jewel & Dominick's. Open to all ages." | OPP-000097 |
| Family Services | Inverness | Motorcycle Charity Run Committee Member | "PHD's Educational Outreach Department is planning a Motorcycle Charity Run for Sept. 18, 2011. Proceeds will benefit programs for youth and parents on healthy sexuality, relationship development and healthy goal setting. Volunteer event committee members are needed to attend meetings and help with overall planning of the event including mapping the route, raffle donation collection, sponsorship and public relations. The event will be hosted at the Broken Oar in Port Barrington. They have generously offered to provide a FREE breakfast to all volunteers and registrants and will donate $1 per person that registers for this event. They are also throwing in a variety of raffle prizes for us to raffle off. Volunteers must be 15 years & older." | OPP-000098 |
| Family Services | Inverness | Childcare | "Are you that special person that loves children? Assist with child care for our parent classes, Thursdays 5:45pm for 7 weeks at a time. Also for Support Group Thursday afternoons 3:45 - 5:30pm for 6 weeks. Age 16 years and older. This is ongoing." | OPP-000102 |
| Family Services | Inverness | Baby Closet Organizer | "Like to organize? Like to help out young moms in need? The Baby Closet needs volunteers to assist clients, also to sort, and display donations. Times are 9:30- 1:30 or 1:30 - 5:00 or 5:00- 7:00 one shift a week. Must commit to 1 year. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000103 |
| Family Services | Inverness | Development & Event Intern | "PHD currently seeks a Development and Event Intern to support the operations of PHDs development department. This unpaid position will also serve to enhance the interns skills in fundraising, marketing and communications. The position is open to anyone with a strong interest in development and/or non-profit event planning. Strong preference will be given to someone with experience in non-profit event planning, marketing and public relations. This unpaid position requires a commitment through September 2011 at 10-15 hours per week. Application should include one writing sample (i.e. business letter) and one sample press release. Completion of the internship could result in earned college credits. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: "" Research and writing of grant proposals and reports "" Development of newsletters (research, writing, etc) "" Press release development and handling media relations "" Assisting with planning and implementation of key events "" Assisting with the development of new fundraising/ friend raising events "" Creation of marketing materials for new events "" Assisting with development of e-blasts via Constant Contact "" Website maintenance via WebExpressions 3.0 "" On-line survey implementation and management (Survey Monkey) "" Phone follow-up or written correspondence with donors and potential donors "" Participation on PHDs Resource Development Committee and Marketing Committee "" Database management and file maintenance Interested parties should e-mail or fax a cover letter, resume, two writing samples and three references to PHDs Director of Development ,Jennifer Djordjevic, at jdjordjevic@sphd.org or Director of Major Events, Liz Noe, at liz.noe@sphd.org. Thank you!" | OPP-000830 |
| Family Services | Bartlett | Auxiliary Staff Art Instructor | "Present art information to students by showing examples of selected art, providing students with tools and raw materials to produce their own art, teaching students how to use tools and raw materials properly and encouraging students to show creativity and individuality with their artwork. Candidate should possess a specialization in education and/or experience in fine arts, history, art or a related field. Experience as an art teacher or fine artist is most helpful." | OPP-000834 |
| Family Services | Palatine | Public Relations & Media Support | "Help with Public Relations and Press Releases for organization that supports persons with disabilities. Develop media & press kits, instructions on how to write effective and varying press releases and streamline press release distribution. Volunteer must be 21 years & older." | OPP-000838 |
| Family Services | Mount Prospect | Hospice Support | Rainbow Hospice is seeking caring and compassionate individuals to provide respite and friendly visits to patients in their homes and long term care facilities. Support is greatly needed in our 15 bed in-patient unit located at St. Matthews Healthcare Center in Park Ridge. 4 hour shifts needed AM or PM. Training provided. Volunteers must be age 18 & over. | OPP-000338 |
| Family Services | Arlington Heights | Gift Giver | "Glenkirk is in need of gifts for females and males with developmental disabilities who have no family members to celebrate birthdays, special occassions and ""just because"" moments." | OPP-000230 |
| Family Services | Palatine | Resale Store Volunteers | "Volunteers are needed at the resale stores in Niles, Schaumburg or Palatine. Revenue from the stores help to provide services and programs to homeless women and their children. Volunteers would help reorganize at the resale stores by sorting, designing creative displays, helping at the counter and other tasks that are needed. Volunteer must be 16 years & older; or 13 and older if accompanied with a parent.." | OPP-000235 |
| Family Services | McHenry | Thrift Shop Assistance | "Palatine thrift shop, to benefit transitional shelter for homeless women & their children, needs cashiers & volunteers to sort, tag, and price items, display merchandise, and assist customers. Volunteer hours are between 10 to 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday.Volunteers age 55 and over. Other locations in Cary, McHenry, & Woodstock." | OPP-000651 |
| Family Services | Arlington Heights | Office Work | "Give your time to local agency and help abused & neglected children in the northwest suburbs by providing office or phone support. Office is open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. Help is needed on a on call basis. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000257 |
| Family Services | Inverness | Winter Coat Donation Drive | "The cold winter months will be approaching before we know it, a counseling center for pregnant women are in urgent need for coats infants and children sizes thru size 6 for the season later this year. New or gently used would be appreciated. Open to all ages." | OPP-000489 |
| Family Services | Palatine | "Donation Drive and ""Philanthro-party!""" | "Do you want to volunteer, but feel like you are already too busy? Hold a donation drive to benefit needy women and children! We provide support; you get your friends, family, coworkers, or faith community members involved! It is easy and fun! We provide a list of needed items (food pantry or toiletry items), or seasonal items (like Christmas gifts, winter coats, school supplies, toys for the shelter, etc). Some volunteers get very creative and turn a party into philanthropy, which is a lot of fun for you and your guests. Others just find a big cardboard box and put it in their office to collect supplies from coworkers, which is very easy! It is a great way to make a big difference in the lives of women and children! Open to all ages." | OPP-000044 |
| Family Services | Carpentersville | ReStore Resale Shop | "You don't have to pound nails to be a part of providing safe, affordable, decent housing for Habitat for Humanity partner families. Open to the public, Habitat ReStore in Elgin sells new and used building materials directing the proceeds to fund the building of houses. So, your volunteering at ReStore has a direct impact on supporting Habitat for Humanity Northern Fox Valley. All merchandise is donated We sell both new and used building materials that have been donated by homeowners, retailers, manufacturers and distribution centers. Volunteer Opportunities At ReStore there are a variety volunteer opportunities with our teams such as: proactive procurement, donation pick up, receiving/warehousing, merchandise processing and sales/cashiering. You can also volunteer on our Special Ops team that plans for ReStore participation in home shows and local festivals. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000723 |
| Family Services | Rolling Meadows | Facilitate direct mailing | Agency serving developmentally disabled adults seeking experienced person to facilitate with the planning direct mail. Will work with your schedule. Volunteers must be 21 years & older. | OPP-000136 |
| Family Services | Palatine | Suburban Latina Outreach Mentor | "Are you looking for an opportunity to help women in your community access the services that they need? Join the WINGS Program as they begin a new program focused on the need of Latina women called Suburban Latina Outreach. We are looking for Bilingual (Spanish) women to help other women in their community access the resources they need by being community advocates, and to help women who are victims of domestic violence by providing emotionally support and mentoring. Volunteers must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000677 |
| Family Services | Buffalo Grove | Youth Mentor | "Caring adults needed to mentor youth between the ages of 10 -17, one-on-one to offer guidance through role modeling, support & encouragement aimed at developing competencies and character in the youth. Meet weekly on Thursday evenings. Training will be provided. Volunteer must be 55 years & older." | OPP-000155 |
| Family Services | Arlington Heights | Fundraising | "Agency that serves abused and neglected children is looking for people who like to make things happen! Event committee volunteers in the area of donations, sponsorship, marketing, fundraising,etc., are needed. Volunteers must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000689 |
| Family Services | Rolling Meadows | Event Planning | Agency serving developmentally disabled adults seeks individuals to assist with event planning. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | OPP-000133 |
| Family Services | Rolling Meadows | Data entry (knowledge of Access program needed) | Data entry using Access program. Volunteer needs to commit to specific times/hours. Times would be worked out with the volunteer and administrator. Office hours: Monday through Thursday 9 am. - 5 pm. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | OPP-000134 |
| Family Services | Arlington Heights | Schaumburg Thrift Store Assistants | "Connect with new friends and devote your time to helping abused and neglected children at local thrift shop. Help sort, price & display donations and assist customers. Help is especially needed for evening and weekend hours, open 7 days a week. Volunteer must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000219 |
| Family Services | Mount Prospect | Clerical & Phone Support | "Provide office or phone support for an organization that aids low income and homeless individuals and families, flexible hours and days. Volunteers must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000110 |
| Family Services | Arlington Heights | Donation for Abused & Neglected Children | "Agency that is a community based emergency & long term care & housing for children, birth - 17 years is in need of special drives from their wish list. Baby, safety & health items, storage needs, baby toys, books/video tapes, household items & clothing, call for a list. Open to all ages." | OPP-000584 |
| Family Services | Inverness | Auction Committee Member | "Special events coordinators needed to benefit counseling center for pregnant women. Assist with Fall Fashion Show, Spring Gala and/or Golf Outing. You will be making calls to hotels, restaurants, etc requesting items for the auctions. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000318 |
| Family Services | Arlington Heights | Food & Pantry Drive | "Organize a food and toiletry drive for an agency that supports abused and neglected children (hold trough a company, club, school , or even a local grocery store). Call for a list of items. Open to all ages." | OPP-000767 |
| Family Services | Arlington Heights | Journal & Scrapbook Materials | "Assist an agency that supports abused and neglected children & adolescents with journal making for adolescents and families. The budget is limited so any donation of scrapbooking type materials, embellishments, creative decorative items are appreciated. Open to all ages." | OPP-000769 |
| Family Services | Rolling Meadows | Office Support | "Assist with mailings, sorting, etc., working with the Volunteer Coordinator and other volunteers. Volunteer must be at least 15 years old." | OPP-000778 |
| Family Services | Palatine | Sew Bereavement Quilts | Show your support of siblings of cancer patients by helping to sew quilts. Quilts will be made out of t-shirts with logo from organization. The quilts will be used for their bereavement program. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | OPP-000632 |
| Family Services | Des Plaines | Child Care | "Do you have experience in caring for children, have patience & love? Assist with childcare while parents attend special programs. 9 - 11 a.m., Mondays & Wednesdays, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., Tuesdays & Thursdays. Training provided. Volunteer must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000254 |
| Family Services | Arlington Heights | Remodeling Help | We are in need of qualified plumbers and carpenters to help with redecorating and special projects for an agency serving special needs individuals. Project may be completed weekdays between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | OPP-000314 |
| Family Services | Evanston | Customer Service/Sales Associate | "Help customers find gifts and ring them up, share mission of Then Thousand Villages, restock shelves. Volunteers age 55 and over." | OPP-000528 |
| Family Services | Palatine | Board of Directors | "For human service organization serving children & adults who are developmentally disabled. Expertise in; fundraising, human resources, public relations, marketing, legal areas, strategic planning or management skills. 3rd Wednesday, 4:30 - 6 p.m. Volunteers must be 21 years & older." | OPP-000059 |
| Family Services | Palatine | Bulk Mailing | Bulk Mailing | OPP-000523 |
| Family Services | Arlington Heights | Volunteer for Bingo Night | "Bing-O every Wednesday from 5 - 9:30p.m., help sell bingo cards or assist in kitchen 3pm. Urgent need for bingo callers, training provided on computerized bingo screen. Event to benefit agency serving children & adults with developmental disabilities. Volunteers must be 15 years & older for bingo activities, 8 years & older for kitchen duties with parent supervision." | OPP-000183 |
| Family Services | Arlington Heights | Cashier for Thrift Shop | "Looking for individuals that are customer service friendly who feel comfortable running a basic cash register for a local thrift shop. Help is needed for daytime and evening hours, Sunday - Saturday. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000538 |
| Family Services | Arlington Heights | Thrift Store Assistant | "Sort, price & display merchandise in Arlington Heights thrift store to benefit disabled clients; assist customers 10a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday-Friday; 9 a.m. -5p.m. Saturday and 12p.m. - 5 p.m. Sundays Age 14 & older." | OPP-000186 |
| Family Services | Arlington Heights | Lane Buddy at Bowling League for Adults with Disabilities | "Spare"" a little time & ""strike"" up some fun at a bowling league from Sept. - March, (Dates TBA) - Saturdays, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Two Saturdays a month or when your schedule allows. Be a Lane Buddy to bowlers with disabilities and have fun socializing. Call for specific dates. Volunteers must be 12 years or older with adult supervision." | OPP-000187 |
| Family Services | Arlington Heights | "Data entry, mailings, filing" | "Mailings, data entry and general organizational office skills - is this your calling? We are an agency that provides services to people of all ages with developmental disabilities. Volunteers must be 16 years & over." | OPP-000192 |
| Family Services | Arlington Hts | Bereavement Volunteer | "Provide compassionate bereavement support in a variety of ways, including phone calls, written communication, funeral visits or visiting with families. Work at our office with the input and the supervision of our professional bereavement counselor. This is an excellent opportunity to learn listening and communication skills as well as grief support. Training required and provided, initial orientation is 8 -12 hours will be arranges to fir your schedule in Arlington Heights office. Volunteers must be 55 years & older." | OPP-000850 |
| Family Services | Rolling Meadows | Monday Night Fun | Are you up for some Monday Night Fun? An Agency who supports adults with disabilities will provide recreational activities at the facility and out in the community starting 7pm-9pm. Volunteers must be 14 years & older. | OPP-000746 |
| Family Services | Rolling Meadows | Speakers/Presenters | "Recruitment/ PR volunteers needed to provide public relations support to agency serving developmentally disabled adults. Responsibilities include representing agency at speaking engagements, political functions, schools or church visits. Training provided. Flexible schedule. Volunteers must be 21 years & older." | OPP-000352 |
| Family Services | Resale Store volunteer | "Do you like to organize? This would be sorting donations, working the sales floor, assisting the customers. This store supports our baby closet for young moms in need. Volunteer must be 15 years & older." | OPP-000002 | |
| Family Services | Elk Grove Village | Resale Shop Volunteer | "Captains and workers for area thrift shop needed. Can you give 3 hours a week to help a Resale Shop process and display donated merchandise? Monday through Friday, 10 am - 1 pm, 1 pm - 4 pm or 4 pm - 7 pm. - especially needed for the evenings & Saturdays and Sundays. Saturday from 10 am - 6 pm and Sunday from 12 pm - 4 pm. Special volunteers are also sought to promote the shop and solicit quality donations. Volunteers must be 15 years & older." | OPP-000005 |
| Family Services | Palatine | Domestic Violence Crisis Line Volunteer | "House Advocate Volunteer to answer the telephone and provide information and referrals related to family violence, setup counseling appointments, complete intake forms and orient new residents to the Safe House. 40 Hour Domestic Violence training required and commit to a minimum of three scheduled hours per week for a minimum of six months. Volunteer must be 21 years and older." | OPP-000356 |
| Family Services | Palatine | Special Events Committee | "Please help Countryside plan their yearly fundraising event. These opportunities include a book review, walk-a-thon, chef's night and dinner & dancing. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000357 |
| Family Services | Libertyville | Annual Barn Burner BBQ | "Enjoy the Annual Barn Nurner BBQ & Chili Cook-off, 5 - 10 pm on Friday, October 14 and on Saturday, October 15 from 11 am - 4 pm. Help with set-up, parking, tent sales, customer service, raffle tickets and much more. Volunteers must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000937 |
| Health & Wellness | Elgin | Your passage to a positive impact and difference | "Volunteers are needed in Illinois to provide friendship and companionship to hospice patients. You can help the patient reminisce, read to them, take them on walks, or just sit quietly bedside so that they know they are not alone. Other Passages Hospice volunteer opportunities include providing respite for patient caregivers and assisting with the Dream Foundation to make patient ""dreams"" come true. You can volunteer during the day, early evenings or on weekends. Volunteers typically spend 1-2 hours each week visiting with their assigned patient. Passages Hospice provides complete Hospice Volunteer training to all volunteers to best prepare them for the psychological and spiritual dynamics of end-of-life care. Please contact Patricia Thein, Director of Volunteer Services at pthein@passageshospice.com or 630-945-2172 for more information." | OPP-000904 |
| Health & Wellness | Elgin | Elgin Passages Hospice | "Volunteers are needed in Rockford and Northwest Illinois areas to provide friendship and companionship to hospice patients. You can help the patient reminisce, read to them, take them on walks, or just sit quietly bedside so that they know they are not alone. Other Passages Hospice volunteer opportunities include providing respite for patient caregivers and assisting with the Dream Foundation to make patient ""dreams"" come true. You can volunteer during the day, early evenings or on weekends. Volunteers typically spend 1-2 hours each week visiting with their assigned patient. Passages Hospice provides complete Hospice Volunteer training to all volunteers to best prepare them for the psychological and spiritual dynamics of end-of-life care. Please contact Nicole Brokaw, Regional Hospice Coordinator at nbrokaw@passageshospice.com or 815-312-7741 for more information. Requirements: Complete Volunteer Training Program Pass criminal background check and Tuberculosis screening (free) Adhere to all confidentiality and HIPAA regulations Be able to provide own transportation/auto insurance " | OPP-000903 |
| Health & Wellness | Lombard | Fundraising Committee | Help support Autism by joining the Fundraising Committee or become the Fundraising Chairman. Committee meets one night a month. Help plan and execute special events. Great opportunity to use your creative fundraising and marketing skills. Volunteer must be 21 year & older. | OPP-000818 |
| Health & Wellness | Schaumburg | Nursing Home Acitivity Assistant | "Assist or lead in activity department: Wii challenge, Pet Therapy with Little Elvis our rabbit, Film Documentary Club discussion facilitator, cooking or baking club, sing-a-longs, musical entertainment, and art or scrap booking projects. Flexible times. Volunteers must be 16 year & older, under 16 with a parent." | OPP-000819 |
| Health & Wellness | Schaumburg | Senior Outing Assistant | "Enjoy helping as an Outing Assistant for senior residents when they go shopping, attend church, the cinema and visiting museums etc. Assist while getting on and off the bus, helping in the stores and with wheelchair transport. Flexible times weekly. Volunteer must be 18 year & older." | OPP-000820 |
| Health & Wellness | Lombard | Grant Writers | Use your expertise to help write grants for area autism society. Detail-oriented and strong writing skills are needed to assist in writing the grants. Flexible schedule. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | OPP-000821 |
| Health & Wellness | Lombard | IT Professional | "IT professional needed to assist Autism Society. Help redesign website, help with Social Media and/or any IT related work. Flexible hours - can work off site at your own home. Call to discuss. Volunteer must be 21 years & older." | OPP-000823 |
| Health & Wellness | Elk Grove Village | Senior Advisory Council | Senior Advisory Council members are needed to help support & guide the important work provided by the Senior Support Services. Duties include: representing the needs & interests of senior and sharing the message with the community. Volunteers must be 21 years & older. | OPP-000824 |
| Health & Wellness | Lombard | Tag Days Collection for Autism | Plan a TAG Day to benefit the Autism Society of Illinois. Volunteers can collect funds at area store fronts or street corners. All supplies donated. Group up to 40 are welcome. Volunteers must be 16 years & older. | OPP-000829 |
| Health & Wellness | Bartlett | Auxiliary Staff Exercise Instructor | "Interested in yoga? Healthly aging? Health and wellness? Volunteer to instruct senior citizens in a group exercise environment, in a clear and enthusiastic manner. Empower seniors to strengthen their body and minds through purposeful movement. Opportunity to utilize ones skill set in a progressive and beautiful work space. Minimum two years leading group exercise required. Timing is flexible: Tuesday evenings or Saturday mornings, once a week for two months." | OPP-000835 |
| Health & Wellness | Elk Grove Village | Friendship Volunteer | "Visit weekly with an adult struggling with mental illness. Spend time together in the community to build confidence, practice social skills. Training and support available, commit to one year. Volunteers must be 21 years and older." | OPP-000020 |
| Health & Wellness | Rolling Meadows | Assist at Summer Day Camp with Children of Special Needs. | "The benefits are endless. Summer Day Camp for special needs children provides fun while helping campers retain skills, including socialization, increased motor skills. Activities include sports, fun craft activities, games, etc. Session 1 is from June 13 - July 15 and Session 2 is from July 18 - Aug 12. Volunteers must schedule an interview prior to being accepted to program and be available for minimum of 4 days to assist with the camps. Camps are located throughout the Northwest Suburbs. Volunteers must be 14 years & older" | OPP-000023 |
| Health & Wellness | Special Activities Assistant in the Alzheimer's & Related Disorders Department | "Assist with special activities and tea parties in the Alzheimer's & Related Disorders department . Help is needed from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday-Sunday. Volunteers must be 16 years and older." | OPP-000027 | |
| Health & Wellness | Elk Grove Village | Transportation Services - Deliver Food | Urgent need for drivers to deliver prepared food boxes or bags of groceries to HIV/AIDS clients homes on Saturday mornings from 9:30 a..m. to 12 noon twice a month. Each driver would deliver to 6 -8 clients. routes are mapped out so they are one after another in the suburbs. Must have drivers license and insurance. Must be 18 years of age or older. | OPP-000335 |
| Health & Wellness | Glendale Heights | Hospital Greeter and Ambassador | "We are looking for outgoing adult individuals who have a service minded attitude. This position involves greeting patients and their families when they arrive at the hospital, escorting patients and their families to various parts of the hospital, helping with patient's initial questions and being a professional voice to answer phones. It truly is one of the most rewarding volunteering positions around. You get to connect and help so many different people and make great friends in the process! If you are looking for a family like environment, then Adventist GlenOaks Hospital is the place for you! **The ability to communicate with a variety of cultures is extra helpful. Being bilingual isn't a requirement, but it definitely is a great skill for this type of position. Volunteers age 55 and over." | OPP-000237 |
| Health & Wellness | Rolling Meadows | Event Planning Committee | Join in planning event to raise monies to assist adults with mental/physical/developmental disabilities to live independently. Meet once a month. All willing hands welcome. Knowledge of corporate sponsorships a plus. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | OPP-000398 |
| Health & Wellness | Elgin | Bereavement Support | "Provide emotional support during bereavement of lost loved ones for a hospice program. Volunteers would be making periodic phone calls, assist with support groups and /or memorial services and mailings. For ages 18 and over" | OPP-000595 |
| Health & Wellness | Park Ridge | Clerical Assistance Volunteer | Do you have good computer skills or enjoy office functions like mailings and filing? Why not put your skills to use at Lutheran General Hospital. Many of our administrative offices are seeking friendly volunteers to help with miscellaneous tasks. Volunteer 55 and better. | OPP-000016 |
| Health & Wellness | Prospect Heights | Cooking Club | Lead area nursing home residents for a cooking and baking session while preparing snacks and deserts. Allow residents to reminisce and share some family recipes. Sunday 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Volunteers must be 55 years & older. | OPP-000690 |
| Health & Wellness | Mount Prospect | Provide warmth to terminally ill children and adults | "Volunteers are needed to provide warmth to terminally ill adults and children by sewing, crocheting or knitting quilts, gowns and lap blankets made by your own time in the comfort of your home for the L.O.V.E. program, Let Our Volunteers Embrace. Volunteers must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000430 |
| Health & Wellness | Elk Grove Village | Hospital Helpers | "Library on wheels, flower or mailroom, cancer care unit receptionists, outpatient pharmacy, gift shop, information desk, physical therapy department, same day surgery waiting area receptionists, greeter in ER, plus many more. Age 25 & over" | OPP-000264 |
| Health & Wellness | Elk Grove Village | Hospital - Clerical & Reception | "Provide office or phone support at area hospital, flexible hours and days. An application form will be mailed to you, an appointment will be scheduled for a personal interview to find a good match between your talents, interest & time. Age 25 & over" | OPP-000265 |
| Health & Wellness | Barrington | Hospice Support | "Provide emotional support, companionship, socialization, respite, and practical support like shopping and errand running to hospice patients and their families. Comprehensive 2 days training, background checks, references, confidentiality and TB testing. There are 6 counties in NE Illinois that are covered with this program, they are: Boone, McHenry, Lake, NW DuPage and Cook. They partner with Sherman, NW Community and Alexian Brothers Hospitals. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. Trainings provided." | OPP-000484 |
| Health & Wellness | Rolling Meadows | Enjoy cooking with Special Needs Adults | "YUM! Share your cooking skills with special needs adults assisting with their meal preparation on Tues, Weds, or Thurs. Times vary each day, beginning around 3 pm and running for 2 1/2 hours. Volunteer must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000138 |
| Health & Wellness | Rolling Meadows | Program Assistants | "Work directly with special handicapped clients by helping with a large variety of programs throughout the year, days, evenings or weekends. Include, but not limited to, sports & games, arts/crafts, special events, music & dance, day camps & trips. Volunteers must be 14 years and older." | OPP-000139 |
| Health & Wellness | Rolling Meadows | Saturday at Kirk School | "Join in with the fun on Saturdays at Kirk School from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Work with children, ages 3 - 16 with multiple handicaps in the pool, gross motor room, arts & crafts, & lots of fun. Volunteer must be 14 years & older." | OPP-000140 |
| Health & Wellness | Palatine | Office Maintenance Volunteers | "Help needed with general maintenance such as installing shelving, minor repairs, assist with window cleaning inside/outside, for cancer research agency. You can chose your hours and help when available. Volunteers age 55 and over." | OPP-000121 |
| Health & Wellness | Rolling Meadows | Enjoy your time with special needs children and adults with various activities | "Join the fun with special needs children & adults for their weekly programs. Programs include Show Stoppers, Cheerleading, Stepping Out, Bowling, Hanging Out, etc. Call for details on each program. Volunteer must be 14 years & older." | OPP-000142 |
| Health & Wellness | Rolling Meadows | Bowling Assistance | "Strike up some fun with special needs children on Wednesday , Friday and Saturday afternoon and evening times available by supervising groups in their lanes. Age 16 & older." | OPP-000145 |
| Health & Wellness | Morton Grove | Patient Visitor | "Help to comfort and provide kindness to patients at the end of their lifetime. Visit and provide conversation with patients, read a book, allow a family member time to shop or attend a leisure activity, or share your musical talent. Six month time commitment, 6 hours basic training required, plus an additional 4 hours and annual updates. Volunteer must be 55 years & older." | OPP-000679 |
| Health & Wellness | Palatine | Outreach Volunteers | "Energetic, outgoing people to work as outreach volunteers. Responsibilities include acting as an advocate for Wellness Place, sourcing out contacts in your community and delivering information materials about services offered. People also to represent Wellness Place at community events such as Health Fairs, this may require some weekends. Volunteers must be 55 years & older." | OPP-000123 |
| Health & Wellness | Arlington Heights | Casino Night Helpers | Be on the list as a volunteer for casino night. Training will be provided. All volunteers working the games must be registered with the state. Fund raiser benefits children & adults with disabilities. Volunteers must be 21 years & older | OPP-000125 |
| Health & Wellness | Elk Grove Village | Day Program Aide For Adults with Mental Illness | "Interact with adults who have mental illness by sharing games, activities, listen and socialize, help staff with groups. Commitment of 6 months, no special training required. Monday - Friday, flexible hours, background check required. Volunteer must be 21 years and older." | OPP-000129 |
| Health & Wellness | Elk Grove Village | Resale Shop advocate/solicitor | Individuals with marketing/sales experience to represent Resale Shop in soliciting corporate and community donations of quality merchandise for the shop; and/or solicit resources to set up events and projects at the shop to bring in new customers and raise visibility. Volunteer must be 18 years and older. | OPP-000130 |
| Health & Wellness | Des Plaines | Reception Desk | Help greet and direct visitors at this front desk hospital reception desk. You will work with a hospital employee. Help is needed Saturday and Sunday. Age 55 and over only. | OPP-000685 |
| Health & Wellness | Rolling Meadows | Clerical assistance | "Provide support to staff for agency serving developmentally disabled adults. Duties include answering phones, filing, copying, mailing, newsletter preparation, legislative activities & computer work. Office hours from 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., weekdays. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000132 |
| Health & Wellness | Rolling Meadows | Social Club Outings | "Have lots of fun at Social Club Outings on various Friday nights from 7 - 9 pm, with special needs adults. Enjoy Bingo, Italian Night Dinner, Pizza Party, Bowling & much more! Call for dates. Volunteers must be 14 years & older." | OPP-000374 |
| Health & Wellness | Elk Grove Village | Collection Drive for HIV/AIDS | Collection drives needed for non perishable food items and personal care items to help low-income people impacted by HIV / AIDS. Make it a event! Make it a Challenge! Make it Thoughtful! Great project for groups. Donation can be picked up or drop off at the site. Open to all ages. | OPP-000440 |
| Health & Wellness | Park Ridge | Friendly Visitors | "A skilled nursing center is looking for compassionate and reliable volunteers to bring activities, snacks and friendly company to the residents with their Comfort Cart. Brighten someone's day just by offering a snack or playing cards. Volunteers must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000441 |
| Health & Wellness | Park Ridge | LegacyCorp & AmeriCorp Volunteers | A skilled nursing center is in the need for Legacy Corp of LSSI and AmeriCorp volunteers who would serve the residents and family members for 10-20 hours a week for 1 year of service. The caregivers would appreciate a well-deserved break. Volunteers can receive a stipend - living allowance $1500 per year to defray expenses or earn an education award of $1250 for lifelong learning opportunities. Legacy Corp 55 and over AmeriCorp 18 and over | OPP-000442 |
| Health & Wellness | Park Ridge | Senior Visitors and Recreational Activities | "A skilled nursing center is in the need for individuals who enjoy working with seniors by assisting residents with recreation and leisure programs such as arts and crafts, bingo, special events, exercise and walking groups, etc. Be a friendly visitor too! Volunteers must be 14 years & older." | OPP-000443 |
| Health & Wellness | Rolling Meadows | Join the Playgroup | "Lets Play"" with special needs Early Childhood Program Playgroup and have some fun with various activities 3:30pm-5:15pm every Wednesday, located in Elk Grove. Volunteer must be 14 years & older." | OPP-000463 |
| Health & Wellness | Elk Grove Village | Special Events Committee | "Special events volunteers needed to serve on committees for golf outings, fashion show or walks. Job includes planning, soliciting support and recruiting attendees. Event are to benefit social service organization that serves people with mental illness and seniors. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000380 |
| Health & Wellness | Elk Grove Village | Clerical Assistants | "Center for community mental health and senior services is in need of clerical volunteers. Commit to 3 - 4 hours per week making phone calls for quotes, to clients receiving services, general clerical work, mailings & data entry on ""Donor Perfect"" software. Volunteer must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000385 |
| Health & Wellness | Wheeling | Activity Guide / Life Enrichment in Health Care Center | "Assist in running smaller groups of an existing program. Also opportunity to work with Director of Life Enrichment to develop own activity to guide. 1. With approval of Director of Life Enrichment, guide residents in activities created by activity guide. 2. Inform Director of Life Enrichment of residents response to activity. Volunteer must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000319 |
| Health & Wellness | Wheeling | Eucharistic Minister / Pastoral Care | Assist Priest at Mass by distributing Holy Eucharist. 1. During Lamb of God come to altar. 2. Receive Ciborium or Wine Cup from priest to distribute Holy Eucharist. 3. Distribute Holy Eucharist to residents as assigned. 4. Return Ciborium or Wine Cup to altar after distributing Holy Eucharist. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | OPP-000325 |
| Health & Wellness | Wheeling | Nourishment Aide | Distribute nourishment to residents in Health Care Center. 1. Obtain list of residents and supplies from nurse. 2. Distribute juice and snacks to residents listed. 3. Document acceptance/ decline of snacks. 4. Socialize with residents. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | OPP-000296 |
| Health & Wellness | Mount Prospect | Speakers Bureau | Represent a hospice organization in the community at health and community fairs; provide general information about hospice care and living wills and general hospice services. Training will be provided. Flexible hours. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | OPP-000620 |
| Health & Wellness | Park Ridge | Fundraising Committee | "If you like to raise money, a skilled nursing center is in the need for individuals to participate on a Fundraising Committee which would meet monthly. Experience with event planning or volunteering would be a plus! Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000666 |
| Health & Wellness | Elk Grove Village | Pantry Shopper | "Pantry shopper needed to assist clients with filling out menus, shop for items stocking items on shelf: Tuesday, Thursday Friday & Saturday. (Hours will vary depending on location). Volunteers must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000768 |
| Health & Wellness | Rosemont | Help Us Save Lives! | "Help us save lives in your community! A local community group hosts blood donations on Mondays. These generous donors positively impact cancer patients, trauma patients and many, many more. We need you to let them know how special they truly are. Responsibilities include welcoming donors, donor care and appreciation, education and refreshments. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000630 |
| Health & Wellness | Arlington Hts | Rape Crisis Advocate | "Northwest Center Against Sexual Assault (CASA) is a non-profit agency dedicated to serving sexual assault/sexual abuse survivors and their families throughout north and northwest Cook County. VOLUNTEER ROLES: Advocacy Medical advocacy is available to clients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at hospital emergency rooms and police departments. Staff and trained volunteers respond in person to offer emotional support and provide information. Crisis Intervention Phone response is available to callers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Hotline services include telephone crisis counseling and information/referrals. The phones are answered by staff and trained volunteers. Must commit to two 6 hours shifts per month. Volunteers must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000633 |
| Health & Wellness | Park Ridge | Surgery Lounge | "Greet and register family members. Provide family members with general hospital information. Offer and issue pagers to family members. Liaison for family members, hospital staff, and physicians. Track and monitor patient through surgery process and communicate updates to family members. Provide coffee and tea for waiting family members. Maintain a clean and safe environment. Volunteers age 55 and over." | OPP-000414 |
| Health & Wellness | Mount Prospect | Clerical Work | "Hospice organization seeks help with clerical & organizational skills. Monday - Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm., flexible hours. Training provided. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000245 |
| Health & Wellness | Mount Prospect | Support Newly widowed people | "Learn how to help & support newly widowed people in your community. Looking for male, female, & bi-lingual volunteers. Training provided. Volunteer must be 21 years & older." | OPP-000246 |
| Health & Wellness | Mount Prospect | Support hospice patients and families | Your caring presence is needed to help support hospice families and patients. Area hospice is looking for caring and compassionate people to assist families in need. Support is greatly needed in our 15 bed in-patient unit located at St. Matthews Healthcare Center in Park Ridge. 4 hour shifts needed AM or PM. Training provided. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | OPP-000247 |
| Health & Wellness | Mount Prospect | Respite care to home bound patients and caregivers | "Provide respite to caregivers, friendly visits, homemaker assistance to patients in their homes or long term care facilities,days, evenings or weekends. Training provided. Bi-Lingual and hearing impaired volunteers needed. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000248 |
| Health & Wellness | Elk Grove Village | Food Pantry Assistance | Sort and pack food donations in a warehouse in Elk Grove Village for HIV/AIDS clients from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. Volunteer must be 15 years & older. | OPP-000315 |
| Health & Wellness | Elk Grove Village | Like To Shop? Help a Shut - In Senior | "Shop for groceries and other necessities in the Schaumburg & Elk Grove Townships by picking up a list and money from senior clients who have no transportation or can't get around easily. If time allows, stay and visit for a while. This opportunity will work with your schedule and the volunteer must be 18 years and older." | OPP-000047 |
| Health & Wellness | Mount Prospect | Hospice - Comfort Care | Provide support to patients and their families for a period of 4 -5 hours. A calming presence helps to reassure the normality of end of life. Comfort care is a 12 hour on call program according to availability. Patient care training is required along with 2 hours comfort care training session. Goal is to not allow anyone to die alone. Training provided. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | OPP-000501 |
| Health & Wellness | Prospect Heights | Trivia and Word Game Players | Trivia or word game players to lead assisted living residents in an activity before and after lunch or dinner for one hour sessions daily 11:30a.m.-1:30a.m. or 4:30p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | OPP-000054 |
| Health & Wellness | Rolling Meadows | Maintenance | Organization serving special needs are in the need of extra hands to help tidy up their equipment store room and transportation vans. Volunteers must be 14 years & older. | OPP-000530 |
| Health & Wellness | Palatine | Evening Programs & Events Assistant | "Help enhance the quality of life for those with cancer. Assist with set-up and preparation of evening programs and special events, and greet participants. Monday through Thursday evenings for 1 hour. Age 55 and over" | OPP-000065 |
| Health & Wellness | Elk Grove Village | Hospital - Crafts & Sewing | "Work with a fun group of ladies every Wednesday morning making ""Alexia"" the duck. These hand crafted ducks are delivered each week to children in the emergency room, or for the children to take home as they leave either as an in or out patient. Volunteers age 21 and over." | OPP-000070 |
| Health & Wellness | Arlington Heights | Office Support | "Office help needed for clerical work, data entry, bulk mailings, filing, and to sort/organize press clippings and photographs for agency serving special needs adults and children. The office hours are Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Volunteer must be 16 years and older." | OPP-000184 |
| Health & Wellness | Rolling Meadows | Horseback Riding Instructor | "Giddy-up partners and mossy on down to the stables and assist special needs children with horseback riding instruction, beginner and/or intermediate. Volunteers are needed from 6:30pm-8:30pm Monday's and 5:30-7:30pm on Thursdays. Volunteers must be 14 years & over." | OPP-000535 |
| Health & Wellness | Arlington Heights | Special Needs Child Care / Family Respite | "Spend 4-hours weekly providing care and support to a family who has young children with special needs (age birth-4) and their siblings, Training is provided, which includes CPR/First Aid certification, and individualized training to meet the child 's and family's specific needs. Volunteers will be matched with a family. Volunteers must be 19 years & over and we request a six month commitment ." | OPP-000185 |
| Health & Wellness | Arlington Heights | Adults with Disabilities Day Services | "Adult Day Services: Weekdays 9am-3pm at one of Clearbrook's Day Program sites. Volunteers assist with lunch (feeding) and engage in various activities to enhance clients' productivity and socialization. Volunteers must be 16 years & older, younger volunteers must be accompanied by an adult." | OPP-000193 |
| Health & Wellness | Arlington Heights | Volunteer Buddy | "Be a buddy to an adult with disabilities, evenings and\or weekends. Knowledge of sign language helpful for hearing impaired clients...or learn as you go! Volunteers must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000194 |
| Health & Wellness | Hoffman Estates | Entertain at Area Nursing Home | "Entertain residents at local nursing home with your music skills. If you play an instrument or have a singing voice, volunteers are welcome, most need in the afternoon from 2 - 3:30. Also, bingo callers needed for afternoon activity. Volunteers must be 55 & older." | OPP-000845 |
| Health & Wellness | Arlington Hts | Patient Visit Volunteer | "Volunteers dedicated to help make the end of life a time filled with comfort and kindness for patients at assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or patients' homes. Visit patients to provide companionship and support through conversation, leisure activities or by being a supportive presence. If a patient resides in their own home, you may also provide the opportunity for short respite to the caregiver, allowing time to take care of him or herself. Share your interests in gardening; art; music;photography; reading; and reminiscence/life review such as recording oral histories, storytelling and scrapbooking. We also welcome volunteers with certifications in art therapy, massage therapy, music therapy, pet therapy and aromatherapy. Volunteers are an essential part of our team. Comprehensive, free training and continuing education programs throughout the year. Volunteers age 18 years & older." | OPP-000272 |
| Health & Wellness | Arlington Hts | Special Project Volunteer | "Help make the end of life a time filled with comfort and kindness. If you would like to make a quilt, read to patients, take leisurely walks, strike up interesting conversations, make crafts, give nail manicures. Your skills can be utilized. Special projects at our office, or in the comfort of your home. Projects can include: baking cookies,completing craft projects, and others based on current need. Volunteer must be 55 years & older." | OPP-000273 |
| Health & Wellness | Elk Grove Village | Resale Shop COUPLES | "Seeking a couple to work 4 to 7 on Fridays or 4 to 6 on Saturdays at our Resale Shop to raise money for mental health and senior services. This shift is difficult for senior citizens or moms, but a couple could get in a short stint of selling donated merchandise for a good cause, then still have plenty of time to follow with a date night. Volunteers must be 21 years & older." | OPP-000280 |
| Health & Wellness | Des Plaines | Hospital Helpers | "Hospital assistance needed in all areas; mail distribution, urgent need for wheelchair transporters, receptionist, running errands, lobby assistance, help with scheduling, passing out dietary menus, office support, etc. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday - Friday and volunteers age 55 and over." | OPP-000282 |
| Health & Wellness | Park Ridge | Help us make a slide show featuring our volunteers! | "Would you be interested in helping us with producing a short slide show that highlights our volunteer program? If so, we have a project opportunity for you! As one of the means of recognizing our wonderful volunteers, we would like to make a short slide show (2-3 minutes) that shows all the different ways our volunteers impact our patients. A detailed script will be provided. Volunteers age 55 and over" | OPP-000742 |
| Health & Wellness | Park Ridge | Greeter at a Childrens Hospital Information Desk | "Children's Hospital information desk volunteers are, often times, the first point of contact for our visitors. We are looking for a warm and friendly volunteer to welcome and assist visitors to patient rooms. Age 55 & older." | OPP-000346 |
| Health & Wellness | Park Ridge | Flower Shop Volunteer | "Do you love flowers? Now you can help brighten a patient's day while being surrounded by the beauty and fragrance of fresh flowers. The flower shop at Lutheran General Hospital is looking for volunteers to deliver arrangements to patient rooms, take phone orders, and water plants. Volunteers 55 and better." | OPP-000007 |
| Health & Wellness | Park Ridge | Gift Shop Volunteer | "The Gift Shop at Lutheran General Hospital is a fun and exciting place to volunteer. We are looking for friendly, customer-focused volunteers to help assist our patient, visitor, and associate customer base. Volunteers will assist customers with selecting merchandise, operate cash register, and deliver gifts and convenience items to patient rooms. Volunteers 55 and better." | OPP-000008 |
| Health & Wellness | Park Ridge | Transportation Volunteer | "Get exercise while helping others! If you like walking, why not join our team of transportation volunteers as they assist patients leaving the hospital. Enjoy exercise while interacting with patients, volunteers, and learning your way around the hospital! Age 55 & older." | OPP-000009 |
| Health & Wellness | Park Ridge | Information desk volunteers | "Be the one who shows our guests what excellent customer service is all about! Information Desk Support Volunteer provides a positive first impression by greeting, directing and escorting patients and visitors throughout the heavy-volume areas of the hospital. The role is designed to support fellow volunteers, as well as assisting Guest Services and Patient Transportation associates. Volunteers age 55 and over." | OPP-000010 |
| Health & Wellness | Arlington Hts | Special Projects Volunteer | "This is an excellent opportunity for those who wish to be involved in the hospice process, yet prefer not to have patient contact. Wonderful for groups and classrooms. Special Project Volunteers can complete projects in the comfort of your home. Projects might include baking, sewing, knitting, crocheting, cards, and other craft projects, just to name a few. Bring your ideas and talents to provide patient and family comfort and support." | OPP-000901 |
| Hunger & Homelessness | Evanston | Sack Lunch Providers | "Evanston shelter program needs volunteers to purchase and prepare sack lunches for their drop in day program. Duties include purchase of food to prepare for 30-50 sandwiches. This can be done on site or off site. Ideal times for preparation or deliver of lunches is Sunday-Thurs 6-9 p.m. or Monday to Thursday from 9:00 -11:30 a.m. Sandwiches should include meat, cheese without condiments. Juice boxes, bottled water, and individual size snacks by be included." | OPP-000872 |
| Hunger & Homelessness | Evanston | Hilda's Place or Entry Point Direct Service Volunteer | "Volunteers are needed during the shelter's evening hours and the Outreach Program's Drop-In Hours. Volunteers should be eager to connect with program participants and perform necessary activities such as answering the door, organizing toiletries and helping participants secure clothing, etc. Volunteer must be 55 years & older." | OPP-000588 |
| Hunger & Homelessness | Evanston | Hilda's Place Meal Provider | "We are looking for groups of at least four volunteers to prepare and serve breakfast and dinner to Hilda's Place residents. Though not required, it is greatly appreciated when volunteers provide the food for the meal. Volunteer must be 55 years & older." | OPP-000589 |
| Hunger & Homelessness | Palatine | Donation Coordinator | "POSTION FILLED AT THIS TIME. Donations Coordinator to work with staff and volunteers to coordinate and stock clothing, food pantry items and personal care items that are donated for the homeless. Flexible weekday schedule. Volunteer must be 55 years & older." | OPP-000654 |
| Hunger & Homelessness | Carpentersville | Building and Restoring Homes | Looking for handy people who are interested in building and restoring projects for homes for low income families. Location of projects will be in the suburbs of Western Cook and Kane County. Work days are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 am - 4 pm. Taking all skill levels. Must be able to lift building materials. Volunteers must be 18 and older. | OPP-000361 |
| Hunger & Homelessness | Palatine | Homeless Shelter Assistance | "Shelter sites are open one night each week from October 1st - April 30th in the Northwest Suburbs. Trained volunteers needed to help set-up, check-in guests, serve dinner, oversee site, etc. Four time shifts are available, with greater need for 11 p.m. - 3 a.m. and 3 a.m. - 7 a.m. shifts. Mandatory orientations begins 9/7/11 at 6:30 p.m, other dates in Sept are 9/13 at 6:30 p.m.; 9/24 at 1:00 p.m. and 9/29 at 6:30 p.m. check website for additional orientation dates October through February. Weekday trainings run from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.. Saturday trainings are from 1-3 pm. All trainings will be held at the office in Palatine. Volunteer must be 55 years & older." | OPP-000159 |
| Hunger & Homelessness | Palatine | Help collect donations! | "Remember how much you liked to play store? Help collect non-perishable food items, including household goods,such as paper goods - paper plates, cups, napkins, tablecloths, plastic silverware, forks, knives & spoons. Plan a clothing and gift certificate drive - items needed are men's and women's underwear, socks, and jeans of all sizes. Sleeping bags are also needed. Toiletries, toothbrushes and tooth paste, disposable razors and small cans of shaving cream and gift certificates to area fast food restaurants or discount stores. Great opportunity for groups, schools, individuals or community groups. Open to all ages." | OPP-000160 |
| Hunger & Homelessness | Des Plaines | Volunteers for Community Dinner/Soup Kitchen | "Friendly outgoing volunteers needed for a weekly community dinner open to everyone at no charge, Mondays, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Help prepare & serve the meals, seek out supplies, clean up, etc. . Monetary and food donations accepted for this community outreach program. Volunteers must be 14 years and older." | OPP-000364 |
| Hunger & Homelessness | Carpentersville | Habitat for Humanity Orientation | "Habitat for Humanity will hold monthly volunteer orientations from 10 - 11 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Saturday every month at their ReStore in Elgin. The program reviews the mission of Habitat International, the functions of the local Northern Fox Valley affiliate and all of the volunteer opportunities available Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000376 |
| Hunger & Homelessness | Elgin | Construction Material Needed | Donations of new or gently used home improvement items are needed for the ReStore for local Habitat program. All proceeds are used to buy land and materials for Habitat homes. Open to all ages. | OPP-000377 |
| Hunger & Homelessness | Palatine | Data Entry | Help with entering data into donor database and client information system. Prefer database or data entry expeience. On going need. Hours are between 9 am - 3 pm Monday - Friday. | OPP-000934 |
| Hunger & Homelessness | Palatine | Fundraising Events | "Volunteers are needed to assist with pre-event preparations and onsite coordination such as setuo, registration, raffles and cleanup. Events are held in the evening; time and duration of each event varies." | OPP-000933 |
| Immigrant & Refugee Services | Chicago | New Americans Citizenship Application Assistant | "Help your community members become citizens by volunteering as an Application Assistant at a monthly workshop, held Saturdays at various locations in the northwest suburbs. Additional workshops are held weekday evenings by appointment. Spanish speakers especially needed. No experience is required, but an interest in assisting adults with limited English to achieve their dreams of becoming US citizens is a necessity. Training and material provided." | OPP-000880 |
| Immigrant & Refugee Services | Arlington Heights | Female Bi-Lingual Volunteer | "Female bi-lingual volunteer needed to assist English instructor for pilot program for a Women's One Stop Center. Assist with programs such as literacy, employment skills, & support group. Wednesday and Fridays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., in Arlington Heights. Volunteers must be 18 years and older." | OPP-000207 |
| International Service | Rolling Meadows | Help with Mailings | Help stuff mailers for an organization that provides church homes for orphans and widows in third world countries. A few hours per month between 9-5 Mon-Fri. Ages 18 & older. | OPP-000178 |
| International Service | Rolling Meadows | Prayer Guardian Coordinator | "Do you have a heart for children in need? Do you believe in the power of prayer? Warm Blankets Orphan Care is looking for someone to oversee our Prayer Guardian ministry. Through our Prayer Guardian initiative we encourage groups and individuals to pray for our orphan homes in Africa and Asia. We believe prayer is a fundamental tool for our mission work and need someone who can help develop this ministry to become increasingly effective and outreaching. Are you a volunteer who has a passion for this cause and the ability to stick with it on a long-term basis? If so, weve been hoping and praying for you for you to join us. We hope to find a volunteer who can think creatively and strategically about ways to improve how this initiative has been run and find ways to encourage our prayer guardians to grow in their advocacy for the worlds orphans. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000795 |
| Internships & Employment | Skokie | Career Services Assistant | "Keep up to date on employment trends and community resources for job seekers. Maintain the job board in the Employment Resource Center at the library posting current and removing old material. Research job listings in the Skokie region to find suitable job listings and career events appropriate for area job seekers. Check local company websites, area newspapers and online job sites for local job listings. Maintain the Career Services folder at the reference desk keeping it current with the latest area career resources, services and programs. Training required. Volunteers must be 21 years & older." | OPP-000854 |
| Justice & Legal Services | Des Plaines | Case Worker Support | Answer phones and assist case workers with case filings in this state office for guardianship and advocacy. No computer skills necessary. Additional data entry available for person with computer skills. Volunteers age 55 and over. | OPP-000267 |
| Other | Des Plaines | Child Care | "Childcare volunteers needed to help in a Crisis Nursery 2-4 hours. Friday, Saturday or Sunday from 8 am - 12:30 pm (or ) Saturday from 3 - 8:30 pm. Volunteers must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000784 |
| Other | Arlington Heights | Store Cashier | "Permanent cashiers needed in a nursing home's General Store. Three hour shifts between 11-5 p.m. Saturday or Sunday; 9-6 `p.m. Monday -Friday. Must be comfortable handling money, work without direct supervision, & patient dealing with the elderly. Age 16 & older." | OPP-000028 |
| Other | Mount Prospect | Fund- Raising Annual Ball | "Help plan and provide creative ideas for out annual Angels Ball which is held every year in October, meetings are held monthly. Volunteer must be 21 years & older." | OPP-000368 |
| Other | Palatine | LUNCHROOM HELP! | "We need help handing out lunches, maintaining order and assisting program coordinators to redirect behavior. This is a wonderful opportunity to get your foot in the door working directly with our participants who have developmental challenges. We need help every day! Wouldn't it be great to get helpers who would come on a regular basis? We have an award named after a gentleman who helped us with this for years! Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000452 |
| Other | Palatine | Office Assistant | "Are you a person who loves organization and just likes to help get thing caught up?? We really need you! We have filing, shredding, data entry, direct mail, telephone relief, and more! Volunteer must be 18 year & older." | OPP-000454 |
| Schools | Tutors | Share a hour or two a week helping in a classroom. Help tutor one on one or with a small group of students. Teacher will provide activity and assignment. Minimum commitment is 1 school semester. Volunteers age 55 and over. | OPP-000780 | |
| Schools | Wheeling | Clerical Assistance | "Clerical office assistance & data entry for Montessori school for children that are deaf and hard of hearing. Make copies of school literature and assembling info folders for distribution to potential new enrollees, etc. Flexible daytime weekday hours. Volunteers must be 18 & older." | OPP-000732 |
| Schools | Wheeling | Grant Writers | Looking for volunteers with expertise in grant writing and knowledge of any aspect of the process from identification of potential grantors to writing of grant applications. Volunteers must be 21 years & older. | OPP-000733 |
| Schools | Arlington Heights | Business Plan Development | Help develop a five year business plan so that the school can become Montessori accredited. | OPP-000905 |
| Senior Services | Schaumburg | Beautiful Bouquet Club | Fresh flowers can brighten up any room! Assist residents at Schaumburg Sunrise Senior Living in putting together beautiful bouquets with flowers donated by Whole Foods Market of Schaumburg. Bouquets will be placed around the Sunrise community for residents and visitors to enjoy. Business casual attire is preferred. If you are under the age of 18 and would like to volunteer for this event please fill out the following forms and give them to the Volunteer Leader when you arrive at the project. Youth Registration Form Youth Photo Release | OPP-000861 |
| Senior Services | Rockford | Rockford Passages Hospice | " Volunteers are needed in Rockford and Northwest Illinois areas to provide friendship and companionship to hospice patients. You can help the patient reminisce, read to them, take them on walks, or just sit quietly bedside so that they know they are not alone. Other Passages Hospice volunteer opportunities include providing respite for patient caregivers and assisting with the Dream Foundation to make patient ""dreams"" come true. You can volunteer during the day, early evenings or on weekends. Volunteers typically spend 1-2 hours each week visiting with their assigned patient. Passages Hospice provides complete Hospice Volunteer training to all volunteers to best prepare them for the psychological and spiritual dynamics of end-of-life care. Please contact Nicole Brokaw, Regional Hospice Coordinator at nbrokaw@passageshospice.com or 815-312-7741 for more information. " | OPP-000902 |
| Senior Services | Arlington Heights | Clerical Assistance | Area senior service program is looking for 2 volunteers to help with their clerical needs 2- 3 days a week. Applicants must know have general clerical skills including filing. Some orientation will be provided. Flexible hours. Volunteer must be 60 years or older and in good general health condition. | OPP-000794 |
| Senior Services | Park Ridge | Telephone Reassurance Caller | Provide reassurance to area home-bound seniors by making daily wellness calls. Flexible schedule. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | OPP-000782 |
| Senior Services | Schaumburg | Transportaion Bus Driver | "Seeking a mature individual who has experience driving larger vehicles or would like to be trained to take senior residents on outings to enjoy shopping, visiting museums, thrift stores, attending church and even visiting the cinema. Volunteer must be 25 years & older." | OPP-000817 |
| Senior Services | Schaumburg | Singing & Music Entertainment | "Share your gift and passion for music with senior residents at an area nursing home. This includes guitar, piano, flute, sing-a-long CD's, etc. Individuals and groups welcome. Flexible days & times. Open to all ages." | OPP-000822 |
| Senior Services | Schaumburg | Pet- Friendly Social Hour | "Bring your dog or cat out for a visit with the residents at Schaumburg Sunrise Senior Living. Your pet will be showered with attention and love while you relax and engage in conversation with residents. Current pet vaccine record required. Volunteers must be 16 & older, under 16 must be accompanied by an adult." | OPP-000839 |
| Senior Services | Arlington Heights | Activities Associate | "Local Nursing home seeking an activities associate who is available one-half day per week between the hours of 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Help the staff plan activities and outings for the senior residents, this is a fun opportunity! Volunteers must be 14 years and older." | OPP-000029 |
| Senior Services | Arlington Heights | Nursing Home Helper and/or Friendly Visitor | "Help residents of area nursing home with activities or occasional personal tasks such as manicures, letter writing, assisting in the reception area, sorting mail, resident escort or as friendly visitor to an individual or a floor. Weekdays between 8 am - 4 pm. Weekends flexible hours. Volunteers must be 14 years and older." | OPP-000030 |
| Senior Services | Park Ridge | Home Delivered Meals Driver | Drivers to deliver meals in Park Ridge and unincorporated Des Plaines during the noon hour. Meals are delivered Monday - Friday only. Use of own car is required. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | OPP-000394 |
| Senior Services | Arlington Heights | Senior Clinical Outreach | A senior service agency is looking for volunteers who have a clinical skill background to make phone calls to their care giving clients. Documentation will also be needed of the phone call. Volunteers are to be 55 and better. Training will be provided | OPP-000758 |
| Senior Services | Wheeling | Food Preparation - Senior Center | Prepare and serve food for this organization's dining program for seniors age 60+. You can also greet and check in participants for. You can volunteer alone or in a group of 10 volunteers. Shifts are from 11 am-1:30 pm weekdays only. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | OPP-000760 |
| Senior Services | Wheeling | Memory Lane Visitor | Provide assistance to Memory Care Coordinator by interacting with residents in early stages of dementia. 1. Engage residents in conversation. 2. Take residents for walks. 3. Play games with residents. 4. Read the newspaper or periodicals to residents. 5. Host snack time. 6. Assist staff on outings with residents. 7. Bring residents to other parts of campus to visit friends. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | OPP-000258 |
| Senior Services | Arlington Heights | Nursing Home - Wheelchair Transporters | "Transport residents in wheelchairs to and from activities within a nursing home. Must be able to push a wheelchair, be personable and find your way around a large building. Flexible times Sunday - Friday 8:30 am - 11:30 am. Volunteers must be 14 years & older." | OPP-000424 |
| Senior Services | Wheeling | Friendly Visitor / Life Enrichment in Health Care Center | "To provide companionship to residents in the Health Care Center. 1. Review folder prior to visits to become familiar with instructions for visit. 2. Visit one-on-one with assigned residents in the Health Care Center. 3. Comment on residents response to visit (expressing joy, willingness to connect). Volunteer must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000259 |
| Senior Services | Wheeling | Seamstress/ Tailor | Provide mending and sewing for benefit of residents either at Addolorata Villa or your own home. 1. Mend resident clothes. 2. Various other sewing projects. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | OPP-000260 |
| Senior Services | Wheeling | Activity Volunteer / Life Enrichment in Health Care Center | Provide support to Life Enrichment staff in carrying out activity functions. 1. Transport residents to and from special programs. 2. Provide musical or other entertainment. 3. Set-up and clean-up before and after functions. 4. Assist Life Enrichment staff in running programs as needed. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | OPP-000262 |
| Senior Services | Elk Grove Village | Adult Center Member | Whatever your talent or interests there is a spot for you on the volunteer staff at this adult center. Volunteers age 55 and over. | OPP-000043 |
| Senior Services | Prospect Heights | Senior's Trip Escort | Assist as a trip escort for seniors living in assisted living facility for group outings and to local senior centers; helping to keep group together as well as watching for wandering residents. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | OPP-000729 |
| Senior Services | Elk Grove Village | Senior Advocates | "Senior Advocates (""Red Tape Cutters"") needed to help clients fill out applications for benefits. Make house calls or help in our office making phone calls, photocopies, mailings & research information. Monday-Friday, flexible hours. Volunteer must be 21 years and older." | OPP-000126 |
| Senior Services | Elk Grove Village | Meals on Wheels | Elk Grove & Schaumburg Townships need Meals-on-Wheels drivers during the noon hours to deliver meals to elderly shut-ins and the disabled. Weekdays for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Volunteers must be 21 years and older. | OPP-000127 |
| Senior Services | Elk Grove Village | Money Management Volunteers | "Money management volunteers help with household finances-writing checks, paying bills, budgeting, etc in client's home or agency office. Training provided by AARP. Flexible schedule.Volunteer must be 21 years and older." | OPP-000128 |
| Senior Services | Palatine | Assistant at Senior Center | "Volunteer will assist the senior center in a multi-faceted capacity. Volunteer may assist with the management of the gift shop, help with bingo or other activities, and perform tasks in the main office. Volunteer would answer phones, assist with mailings, perform filing and other clerical work. Ages 18 & older." | OPP-000161 |
| Senior Services | Palatine | Adult Day Care Assistant | "The Caring Hearts Adult Day program is looking for a patient, compassionate, and friendly person to work with clients with mild to moderate memory loss in a social group setting. Assistant will help with arts & crafts, games, lunchtime and interact with clients. This opportunity is a lot of fun!! A center staff member is always with the volunteer during sessions. Group meets 11 am - 3 pm, Monday - Thursday. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000162 |
| Senior Services | Palatine | Shopping Assistant | "Volunteers are needed to provide shopping assistance to homebound senior citizens. Shopping assistants have a flexible schedule coordinated directly between volunteer and senior. Some of the seniors are able to shop for themselves; however, they may need assistance with transportation to the store and/or assistance carrying packages into their home. Other seniors are not able to shop due to physical limitations. In this case, the senior would prepare a shopping list for the assistant. We recommend that the volunteer assist the senior with shopping needs at a minimum of twice per month. Our hope is that this program will provide social interaction with someone new and lay the groundwork for a lasting friendship. Volunteers must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000164 |
| Senior Services | Elk Grove Village | Visiting Shut-in Seniors | Do you have the gift of gab and not always someone to share it with? Bring joy to the life of a local shut in senior by sharing time and companionship a couple of flexible hours a week or month. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | OPP-000365 |
| Senior Services | Park Ridge | Like to shop? Volunteer with us! | "Shop for or with a homebound senior, either pick up a shopping list or take the client with you to the store. Flexible schedule. Age 18 & over." | OPP-000179 |
| Senior Services | Park Ridge | Companion | "Be a friendly visitor to a senior by providing companionship & conversation, good listening & conversation skills desired, male visitors especially needed. Volunteers must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000180 |
| Senior Services | Escort Transportation Volunteer | "The Escort Transportation program ensures that seniors do not miss vital medical appointments because they do not have or cannot afford transportation. Maintaining physical health is an important element of remaining independent. One of the ways the senior center accomplishes our mission is through this program. We need dedicated volunteers, like you, to help the seniors get to the doctor. Volunteer drivers will pick up the senior at his or her place of residence, drive them to the appointment, and return them to their home (stopping by a pharmacy if necessary). This opportunity is perfect for someone with a job that has an unusual schedule or people who are currently unemployed. Most of the requests we receive are for appointments Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm. Volunteers age 55 and over." | OPP-000166 | |
| Senior Services | Palatine | Friendly Companion | "The Friendly Companion program at the center matches a volunteer with a homebound client. We are looking for fun, compassionate people to share in beneficial friendship with a senior. Friendly visitors have flexible hours mutually determined by the senior and the volunteer; this program is amenable to anyone's schedule. Offering social interaction to seniors is a great way to keep them connected to the community and to bridge intergenerational gaps. We suggest doing a variety of activities during a visit: read the paper or mail, play games, enjoy a cup of coffee, or reminisce about the ""good old days."" We will do our best to match the volunteer with a senior who shares similar interests. Our hope is that the friendly visitor and senior will meet for at least one hour per week. Volunteers must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000167 |
| Senior Services | Palatine | Meal on Wheels Delivery Drivers | "Drivers are needed Monday through Friday, between the hours of 10:30 am - 12:00 pm to delivery meals to homebound seniors. Drivers will pick up the meals at the senior center and deliver to clients within Palatine Township. Meals are delivered hot, ready-to-eat. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. The Senior Center operates five different routes within the township. Volunteer chooses which day is most convenient. Each route has between eight to twelve meals to be delivered." | OPP-000168 |
| Senior Services | Park Ridge | Fundraising | "Assist with agency fundraiser that provides support for seniors and low income families, including soliciting auction items and organizing dinner arrangements. Volunteer must be 21 years & older." | OPP-000448 |
| Senior Services | Arlington Heights | Advocate / SHAP Volunteer | "Senior services agency is seeking retired advocate volunteers for the Senior Health Assistance Program(SHAP)with older adults to insure that they are receiving public and private benefits that they are entitled to but not taking advantage of. Such as Medical Part D, Circuit Breaker and Medicare Savings Programs. Flexible hours, support & training provided. Volunteers must be 55 years and older" | OPP-000115 |
| Senior Services | Park Ridge | Research Fundraising Projects | "Area agency serving the elderly & disabled in need of a volunteer to research fundraising projects on the internet. You must be comfortable searching on the net, this project may be done at home. Volunteers must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000116 |
| Senior Services | Park Ridge | Driver to Deliver Brochures | "Driver wanted to deliver promotional brochures to area libraries, etc., on a quarterly basis for social service agency. Time is flexible. Choice of territories in the near north and northwest suburbs. Volunteers must be 21 years and older." | OPP-000117 |
| Senior Services | Des Plaines | Meals on Wheels Drivers | Des Plaines drivers needed during the noon hour to deliver meals to elderly shut-ins and the disabled. Volunteers must be 18 years & over. | OPP-000118 |
| Senior Services | Park Ridge | Bus Driver - Special Events | Have you always wanted to be a bus driver? A skilled nursing center is looking for a volunteer over 21 years of age to transport residents in a 15 passenger wheelchair accessible bus to special events and appointment. Need valid Drivers License and insurance. Volunteers must be 21 & older. | OPP-000707 |
| Senior Services | Park Ridge | Meal Time Assistance | Assistance in a skilled nursing center is needed to assist residents with eating and/or meal preparation. 7 days a week is available with 3 meals a day. Required feeding assistance classes will be provided. Volunteer must be 14 years & older. | OPP-000709 |
| Senior Services | Hoffman Estates | Spring Yard Clean-Up | Individuals or small group needed to help with spring yard clean-up for area disabled & seniors in Schaumburg Township. May need to bring yard tools & supplies. Volunteer is needed to paint the interior of a senior's home - paint and brushes required. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | OPP-000796 |
| Senior Services | Hoffman Estates | Grocery shopper | "Help senior and disabled shut-ins in the Schaumburg Township area by grocery shopping for them, become a friendly visitor or help with occasional handyman jobs. Flexible schedule. Volunteer must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000470 |
| Senior Services | Hoffman Estates | SHIP Volunteer Counselors | "If you have time for a challenging but fulfilling long term volunteer position, a township senior services is in the need for a SHIP ( Senior Health Insurance Program ) Counselors to educate people on Medicare, Medicaid, Part D and other insurance options. Training is required. Volunteer must be 21 years & older." | OPP-000480 |
| Senior Services | Wheeling | Chapel Transport / Health Care Center | Transport residents to and from Chapel for daily Mass via a wheelchair. 1. Go to first and second floor of the Health Care Center and pick-up residents wishing to attend Mass in Chapel. 2. Remain in Chapel during Mass to determine residents needs. 3. Return resident to unit after Mass. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | OPP-000320 |
| Senior Services | Wheeling | Chapel Escort / Resident | Provide transportation via wheelchair and/or escort residents of Assisted Living and Memory Lane to and from Mass. 1. Report to reception desk to determine who would like to go to Mass in Main Chapel. 2. Escort walking residents and/or push residents in wheelchairs. 3. Remain in Chapel during Mass to determine residents needs. 4. Bring residents back to apartment following Mass. Volunteer must be16 years & older. | OPP-000321 |
| Senior Services | Wheeling | Beauty Shop / Health Care Center | Transport residents to and from the Beauty Shop under the direction of Beautician. 1. Obtain list of residents from Beautician. 2. Transport resident to and from Beauty Shop. 3. Provide socialization while residents are waiting for appointment. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | OPP-000322 |
| Senior Services | Wheeling | Clerical Volunteer / Health Care Center | "Clerical Support for Life Enrichment department. 1. Record resident activity attendance. 2. Type flyers for activities using Microsoft Word. 3. Decorate and assemble monthly activity calendars for bulletin boards. 4. File, copy, and Shred documents. 5. Organize Life Enrichment supplies. Volunteer must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000323 |
| Senior Services | Wheeling | Rehabilitation Volunteer | "Assist in transporting residents to and from therapy appointments via wheelchair as well as providing clerical support for the department. 1. Report to rehabilitation Department to get list of resident names, locations and appointment times. 2. Transport residents to and from therapy via wheelchair. 3. Engage residents in conversation while in therapy. 4. Photocopy , shred, and file documents. 5. Send mail or therapy notes as directed. 6. Run errands on campus as requested. Volunteer must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000324 |
| Senior Services | Wheeling | Activity Guide / Life Enrichment (Residential) | "Assist Life Enrichment Coordinator in carrying out daily programs and special events. 1. Bingo Caller, 1:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m., Tuesday 2. Dinner Escort, 5:00 p.m.- 8:30 p.m., 2nd Sunday of the month. 3. Lunch Escort, 10:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m., 3rd Tuesday of the month. 4. Shopping Escort, 9:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m., 1st Monday of the month. 5. Arts and Crafts guide, 1:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m., Sundays. 6. Computer Class Guide, afternoons or evenings, one a week. 7. Escort for miscellaneous outings (according to the monthly calendar). 8. Assist in set-up/ clean-up of seasonal parties, including encouraging resident attendance, serving food and beverage., visiting, etc. (according to monthly calendar). Volunteer must be 16 years & older." | OPP-000290 |
| Senior Services | Wheeling | Clerical Volunteer / Residential | Clerical support of Life Enrichment department. 1. Type flyers. 2. Typing of monthly activity calendar. 3. Input monthly calendar information into kiosk. 4. Photocopy and file documents. 5. Type monthly Life Enrichment newsletter. 6. Research for educational games. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | OPP-000291 |
| Senior Services | Wheeling | Clerical Volunteer / Finance Department | Assist with general administrative and clerical tasks in the Finance Department. 1. File documents. 2. Assist with distribution of monthly billing invoices. 3. Assist with data entry requirements. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | OPP-000292 |
| Senior Services | Wheeling | Lector / Pastoral Care | Proclaim the Scripture readings during Mass at an area nursing home. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | OPP-000293 |
| Senior Services | Wheeling | Sacristan / Pastoral Care | Prepares Chapel for Mass by readying the sacred vessels and assisting with care of Chapel environment. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | OPP-000294 |
| Senior Services | Wheeling | Minister of Care / Pastoral Care | Bring the Holy Eucharist to those who are unable to attend Mass on the Health Care units or Our Lady of Joy Meditation Room. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | OPP-000295 |
| Senior Services | Park Ridge | Wheelchair transportation | "Transport assistance is need for a skilled nursing center to aid residents with wheelchairs to and from various activities within the center. Such as therapy, beauty appointments and chapel services. Volunteers must be 14 & older." | OPP-000660 |
| Senior Services | Palatine | Board Position for a Senior Center | "Seeking Volunteers with experience in fundraising, accounting, legal or finance for the Board of Directors position of a senior center. Board members set policy, ensure planning and resources to promote the senior center. Volunteers are to be over 21 years old." | OPP-000672 |
| Senior Services | Palatine | Senior Friendly Callers | Add a measure of joy to an older adults life by committing to call them once or twice a week to visit by phone. This is a great opportunity for young mothers or persons with limited mobility or non-drivers. Age 18 & over. | OPP-000673 |
| Senior Services | Arlington Heights | Red Tap Cutter Advocate | "Senior services agency is seeking Red Tap Cutter Advocate volunteer for the frail older adult who require needed services and benefits so they may stay independent in the community. Volunteers would be assisting with public benefits, such as SSI Tax Exemption, Medicaid and Food Stamps. Volunteers 55 and better. Training is available." | OPP-000774 |
| Senior Services | Arlington Heights | Senior Food Preparation - Home Delivery Program | "Help package home delivered meals for area shut in seniors at area senior center. Clean service area and prepare food, portion breads, salads, desserts and wrap silverware. Help one or more weekdays mornings from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Volunteers age 55 and over." | OPP-000553 |
| Senior Services | Park Ridge | Holiday Deliverers | "Deliver donated gifts to seniors in Park Ridge, Des Plaines, and Niles during Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentine's Day, or Easter. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000416 |
| Senior Services | Arlington Heights | Caring Caller for Shut-Ins | Do you have the gift of gab and not always someone to share it with? Join the Caring Caller Club by contacting 1 to 3 shut in seniors daily from your home making sure they are okay. Volunteer must be 18 & older. | OPP-000307 |
| Senior Services | Elk Grove Village | Tradespersons/Handypersons | "Carpenters, electricians, plumbers, handypersons - needed for occasional help for senior clients who are frail and living alone, and who may need occasional help with chores and small fix-ups. Volunteer must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000052 |
| Senior Services | Hoffman Estates | Activity Aide | "Assist residents of this senior living facility with various craft activities, call bingo, work in their gift shop, or supervise the lending of materials from the craft room including music, craft items, and reading materials. Also, a piano player to perform and entertain residents once a month is very desirable. Age 55 and over." | OPP-000012 |
| Senior Services | Arlington Heights | Money Management Volunteer | Assist clients with money management support. Volunteers needs to be patient and sensitive. Have the ability to work with a wide variety of individuals and able to donate 3 - 5 hours a month. Must provide own transportation to visit clients. Volunteers must be 21 years & older. | OPP-000014 |
| Senior Services | Prospect Heights | Resident Activity Assistant | "Share some of your time with eager residents at nursing home. Activity assistant to take walks with residents,work on puzzles, sing-a-long, or escort on an outing. Morning, afternoon & evening hours available. Volunteers ages 55 & better." | OPP-000274 |
| Senior Services | Bartlett | Meals on Wheels | "Hanover Township area drivers, 18 years and over, needed during t to deliver meals to elderly shut-ins and the disabled. Weekdays from 9:30 a.m. for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Substitute drivers also needed to cover a daily drivers route when on vacation or ill. Must have own car, drivers license and insurance. Background check required. A mileage reimbursement stipend provided monthly. Volunteers must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000275 |
| Senior Services | Park Ridge | Health Care Transport Volunteers | "Transport seniors to Doctor's appointment for check-ups, tests, hospital or other health related appointments. Valid driver's license & proof of auto insurance. Volunteers must be 21 years & older." | OPP-000283 |
| Senior Services | Prospect Heights | Men's Club Facilitator | "Male volunteer needed to runs Men's Club at area nursing home on 2nd Monday of each month, at 1:30 -3:00 p.m. Enjoy card games, black jack and accompany residents on occasional outing with the company bus. Complimentary lunch included. Age 55 or over." | OPP-000201 |
| Senior Services | Prospect Heights | Women's Club Facilitator | "Female volunteer needed to run the Red Hat Club at area nursing home on 1st Monday of every month from 1:30-2:30pm. Must know how to play different card games, crafts, reminisce,and able to attend outings with the company bus. Complimentary meal provided. Age 55 & over." | OPP-000202 |
| Senior Services | Arlington Heights | Telephone Reception Volunteer | "On going telephone/reception position for an organization that serves area seniors. Flexible weekdays hours. Must have good computer, phone and clerical skills. Training will be provided. Age 60 & older." | OPP-000203 |
| Senior Services | Park Ridge | Office clerical | Assist with general office duties at local Social Service Center that serves seniors. Volunteers must be 21 years & older. | OPP-000204 |
| Senior Services | Park Ridge | Bulk Mailers | "Assist with mailing of newsletter every three months including folding, labeling and sealing for area Social Service Center. Volunteers age 18 and over." | OPP-000209 |
| Senior Services | Arlington Heights | Wood Shop Supervisor | "Qualified wood shop volunteer needed to supervise Monday 8:30 - Noon at our state-of-the-art wood shop facility. Must have knowledge of equipment and ability to deal well with the public, training will be available. Volunteer must be 55 years & older" | OPP-000077 |
| Senior Services | Barrington | Lunch Program Assistant | Serve food and clean-up at on-site lunch program. In this fast paced environment candidate must be able to stand for long periods of time and lift 20lbs. Volunteers must be 16 yrs. & older. | OPP-000079 |
| Senior Services | Barrington | Drivers | "Transport seniors to medical, lab, dental and personal appointments such as hair or grocery shopping, etc. Volunteers must be 21 yrs. & older." | OPP-000080 |
| Senior Services | Barrington | Friendly Visitor | "Provide visitation which could include companionship, driving, cooking, shopping, reading, or other instrumental activities of daily living while maintaining Confidentiality. (good listening & conversation skills desirable) Volunteers must be 16 yrs. & older." | OPP-000081 |
| Senior Services | Barrington | Meal Delivery Drivers | Deliver meals to elderly shut-ins during the noon time hour on a weekly basis. Must have valid drivers license and insurance. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | OPP-000082 |
| Senior Services | Arlington Heights | Meals on Wheels Programs | Arlington Heights drivers needed during the noon hours to deliver meals to elderly shut-ins and the disabled. Weekdays for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Substitute drivers also needed to cover a daily drivers route when regular drivers are on vacation or ill. Volunteers must be 55 yrs & older. | OPP-000001 |
| Senior Services | Bartlett | Exercise Coordinator | "Volunteers are needed to instruct senior citizens in a group exercise environment, in a clear and enthusiastic manner. Experience required on Tuesday’s evenings or Saturday morning’s once a week for 2 months. Flexible times available." | OPP-000914 |
| Senior Services | Bartlett | Auxiliary Staff Spanish Instructor | "Do you have a passion for language? Enjoy working with seniors? Volunteer to provide engaging classes and directed instruction for seniors to support continued and active learning, encouraging healthy and independent living! Prepare lesson plans and handouts as needed, facilitate an interactive class, and instruct a class of students at a beginning or intermediate level. Previous experience as a teacher, tutor, or instructor is recommended." | OPP-000899 |
| Senior Services | Bartlett | Receptionist Aide | "Assist Front Desk Receptionist with clerical duties, answering the phone, making reminder calls, greet seniors and five tours of the Senior Center to visitors. Receptionist Aide also responsible for taking people down to the Lending Closet and other duties as assigned. Must have good communication skills, exhibit friendliness and warmth, be tactful and diplomatic in dealing with seniors in person and by phone, have good organizational skills, be able to move comfortably from sitting to standing and be able to lift light objects." | OPP-000940 |
| Senior Services | Arlington Heights | Red Tap Cutter Advocate | "Senior services agency is seeking Red Tap Cutter Advocate volunteer for the frail older adult who require needed services and benefits so they may stay independent in the community. Volunteers would be assisting with public benefits, such as SSI Tax Exemption, Medicaid and Food Stamps. Volunteers 55 and better. Training is available." | OPP-000888 |
| Sports & Recreation | Rolling Meadows | Fun Activities with Special Needs Adults | "Spend your Saturdays with special needs Young Adults on the Go at different area attractions each week. 10:00am-2:00pm. Also, Young Adults Moving On have programs on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Fridays from 9:30 am - 2:30 pm, activities vary. Volunteers must be 18 years & older." | OPP-000518 |
| Technology | Wheeling | Video Creation | "Create a marketing video to highlight program that serves deaf children for fundraising. Assist with filming, story creation, video editing, etc. for a 5- 7 minute video. Video will be used at Gala in March 2012 and on school website. Volunteer must be 21 years & older." | OPP-000734 |
| Technology | Park Ridge | Tech teacher/ Clerical Assistance | A skilled nursing center is looking for Tec Volunteers to assist and teach residents in the computer lab. Office /Clerical assistance is also needed. Should have an understanding of basis office skills to assist staff at the center. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | OPP-000708 |
| Technology | Palatine | Video Producer | "Video/broadcasting/film making skills or interests? WINGS is a nonprofit organization looking for a specially skilled person to help us get our message out by creating a new promotional video about our organization. We are flexible on all of the details of this. We are envisioning a 10 minute video about our program and services that we would show at special events and volunteer orientations, but appreciate creative new ideas. We envision this being a short term project (but could use a long-term relationship with a skilled partner). We would love to find someone who has their own equipment (but we might be able borrow equipment). We imagine this taking place during weekdays hours (but could be flexible and accommodate other schedules as well.) Call us! We will make it work! WINGS is a nonprofit organization looking for a specially skilled person to help us get our message out by creating a new promotional video about our organization. Volunteers 18 & older." | OPP-000715 |
| Technology | Palatine | Cinematographer | "Women's shelter is looking for a cinematographer with own equipment, production assistant and editor to shoot and edit a 4 minute script for a fund-raising/awareness video. Would like to shoot in HD if possible. Credit given on video for work. Volunteers must be 21 years & older." | OPP-000737 |
| Technology | Wheeling | Video Creation | Create a virtual tour video (for use on website and marketing purposes) of a Montessori school serving children from birth through age 12 with special programs for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | OPP-000738 |
