Volunteering is a great way to get involved in the community and support an organization or cause that you care about. Research has shown that giving back to the community offers health benefits too, improving physical and mental health, especially for people 65 and older (Mayo Clinic). Volunteering gives one a sense of purpose, creates the possibility for new friendships and relationships, and the opportunity to use valuable skills for good.
There are many volunteer opportunities for older adults right here in Alexandria! Come hear from different nonprofit organizations during Senior Services of Alexandria’s in-person Volunteer Workshop on March 16th. To kick off the event, four organizations—Office of Historic Alexandria, National Center of Women’s Innovation, Casa Chirilagua, and Alexandria Tutoring Consortium—will highlight their important work and how to get involved. Additional organizations will have tables where attendees can get further details on a variety of volunteer opportunities. Join us to learn about the many ways to make an impact as a volunteer, like being involved in a child’s life and growth as a mentor, sharing about the City of Alexandria’s rich history, helping to combat food insecurity in Alexandria, delivering meals to homebound seniors, and more!
The Volunteer Workshop will take place on Thursday, March 16 at 10 a.m. at the Beth El Hebrew Congregation located at 3830 Seminary Road, Alexandria, Va. Please RSVP online at seniorservicesalex.org or call 703-836-4414 ext. 110. The event is free and light refreshments will be provided.
Senior Services of Alexandria organizes an event every month on relevant topics for seniors as part of the “Senior Living in Alexandria” speaker series. More information about upcoming workshops can be found on our website.