This program matches a volunteer with a frail senior citizen who is unable to shop for their groceries or personal needs on their own. Some volunteers go to the store with the senior's shopping list, and other volunteers bring a senior to the store. Assignments are available on a weekly, bi-weekly, and as needed basis. The most frequent assignments are for grocery shopping, but assignments are also available for trips to the drug store or mall. Seniors who are able to shop on their own express great appreciation for our volunteer shoppers who help to maintain their independence.

If a volunteer plans to transport a senior in their own car, they need to have a valid driver's license, good driving record, and a reliable vehicle.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Springwell

Volunteers will work with the following groups

Older Adults (55+)

Evenings Weekends Occasional Weekly Weekdays

Adolescents (13-17) Individual Adults (26-54) Senior Citizens Adults (55+) Young Adults (18-25) Families

Disabilities Health

Companionship Transportation Errand Running / Shopping

Corporate Volunteer Opportunity

Contact Person:
Wendy Adlerstein, Volunteer Services Coordinator, (phone), (email)

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Address:

125 Walnut Street Watertown, MA 02472 (See a map)

Directions:

Most of our volunteers work in our clients' homes, which are located in Belmont, Brookline, Needham, Newton, Waltham, Watertown, Waltham, Wellesley, and Weston. For maps or information, please see http://www.mbta.com

This opportunity can also be performed in these locations:

Cities:		Belmont Brookline Needham Waltham Watertown

Miscellaneous Information

Is this opportunity available to family volunteers? (adults and children ages 12-17)?
	Yes
Is this opportunity a highly skilled volunteer opportunity?
	No
Is this opportunity available to youth ages 12-17, unaccompanied by an adult?
	No
Would this opportunity be appropriate for corporate groups?
	Yes
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	Affordable Housing