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Get involved in your community and make a difference! Whether you have a lot of time to give or just a little, we have opportunities that match your skills and interests.

 

Who are Village volunteers?

✓ Stay-at-home parents with weekday availability

✓ Working adults with evening or weekend time

✓ Older adults

✓ Workplace teams

✓ Subject matter expert speakers

✓ Volunteers working directly with older adults

✓ Helpers with organizational and planning tasks

Village volunteers enjoy:

Flexibility

  • Volunteer on weekdays, evenings or weekends
  • Help as often as you like
  • Volunteer where it makes a difference right in your own community
  • Choose the kinds of services you enjoy providing

Liability Protection

  • The federal Volunteer Protection Act and the Maryland Volunteer Service Act protect volunteers from liability for any harm they may cause while acting within the scope of their duties.
  • The Village’s liability insurance protects against injury to volunteers in excess of their own insurance coverage.

Training

  • Get practical tips for working with older adults
  • Understand our Volunteer Code of Conduct and our safety and confidentiality protocols
  • Learn from fellow volunteers in informal settings
  • Attend optional subject-focused trainings throughout the year

Support & Recognition

  • Attend volunteers-only social gatherings
  • Be our guest at select Village events like the Annual Picnic and Holiday Cookies & Cider Party
  • Get dedicated support from our director of volunteer services
  • Enjoy the warm fuzzies from supporting older adults who appreciate your help

Who we’re looking for:

  • Volunteers who are 18 or older. In some circumstances, teens can volunteer with a parent who is a volunteer and earn SSL credits.
  • Volunteers who can provide services in Silver Spring or nearby. Some helpful tasks like friendly call and administrative work can be be done remotely.
  • Volunteers who can pass a criminal background check if they want to work directly with Village members. Checks are not required for volunteers helping with administrative work, volunteering in groups, or for minors accompanied by a parent who is a trained Village volunteer.
  • Volunteer drivers who can provide a current driver’s license and proof of auto insurance, can complete a driving history check showing no “points,” and drive a vehicle that meets normal safety and reliability standards.
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Volunteer today and make a difference in your community!

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