Welcome to the Volunteer Portal!
Watch the video for an overview of Richmond Aging and Engaging, our volunteer opportunities, and the volunteer registration process!
Whether you’re a new volunteer eager to get started or a dedicated member of our community, we’re excited to have you here! New volunteers can sign up to join our mission and access opportunities to make an impact. If you’re a returning volunteer, simply log in to manage your activities, track your progress, and stay updated on upcoming events. Together, we’re making a difference, and we’re thrilled to have you on board!
Click here for New Volunteer Registration:
Click here for the Current Volunteer Log-In:
Volunteer Registration Process:
- Submit application (5 minutes)
- Schedule and complete interview (15 minutes)
- Complete on-line orientation & sign waivers (30 minutes)
- Schedule in-person or other trainings (if required)
- Sign up for shifts!
General Volunteer Requirements:
- Please note that we only accept volunteers aged 18 or over.
- Our programming occurs in apartment buildings throughout the city of Richmond. Volunteers are responsible for transportation to the sites.
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Opening Minds through Art
OMA is an evidenced-based intergenerational art program. Student volunteers are paired with older adults to guide them through art making. Using a “fail-free” process of layering several easy steps, OMA artists create incredibly beautiful, complex abstract art pieces. OMA supports the well-being of older adults with a focus on relationship-building, active engagement, sense of purpose, and accomplishment.
Upcoming OMA Opportunities:
Spring 2025
Dates: February – April, dates TBD
When: Fridays, 12:45-2:15pm
Where: East End
Number of volunteers needed: 6-8
Training session: January, dates TBD
What will I do as an OMA volunteer?
- OMA volunteers are paired with an older adult(s) and will guide the older adult through the art making process.
- OMA volunteers are trained on the process so no art experience is needed!
- In addition to art making, OMA volunteers will help with set-up and clean-up of each session
- There is additional opportunity to assist with the end of program art show
What is the time commitment required of OMA volunteers?
- OMA is an eight-week program (plus an art show). Volunteers are expected to attend all sessions.
- Each weekly OMA session runs approximately two hours hours (this time includes set-up/clean-up and about 1 hour of art-making with the older adults)
- A two hour in-person training on the OMA process is required.
What is the time commitment required of OMA volunteers?
- OMA is an eight-week program (plus an art show). Volunteers are expected to attend all sessions.
- Each weekly OMA session runs approximately two hours hours (this time includes set-up/clean-up and about 1 hour of art-making with the older adults)
- A two hour in-person training on the OMA process is required.
General Leisure and Recreation Program
The Leisure and Recreation Program provides activities to support the cognitive, social, and physical health of our participants. Activities will vary, but may include: crafts (such as making door wreaths and painting picture frames), games (such as family fued, card games, or team-building games), and physical activity (chair aerobics, corn hole, balance/strength to prevent falls)
What will I do as a leisure and rec volunteer?
- Depending on the activity of the day, volunteers may assist participants with a craft project, lead a small group in a game, or simply converse with participants and provide social connection!
- No experience required – we’ll provide instructions for each week’s activity.
- Assistance with set up and clean up is always appreciated.
What is the time commitment for a leisure and rec volunteer?
- Preference is given to volunteers who can attend a minimum of 2x month throughout the academic semester (our participants get attached to the volunteers!)
When and where is the leisure and rec program held?
- Site 1 [Northside]: Mondays, 10:30am-12pm
- Site 2 [Northside]: Thursdays, 1-2:30pm
- Site 3 [East End]: Fridays, 1-3pm
Note: We run OMA once a year at each site, during which time, general leisure and recreation activities are not conducted.
Bingocize®
Bingocize® is an evidence-based falls prevention program. The 20-week standardized program combines, exercise, health education, and the game of bingo.
What will I do as a Bingocize® volunteer?
- Assist participants in completing forms
- Help to demonstrate exercises
- Call bingo numbers
- General participant support
- Help with set up and clean up
What is the time commitment for a Bingocize® volunteer?
- Preference is given to volunteers who can attend a minimum of 2x month throughout the academic semester
When and where is Bingocize® held?
Dates: September 24, 2024 – February 18, 2025
When: Tuesdays, 2:45-4:00pm
Where: East End
Number of volunteers needed: 1-2
Rollator Repair
A rollator is a four-wheeled walker with a seat. They are used by many older adults for balance and stability. Richmond Aging and Engaging trains volunteers in basic rollator repairs and maintenance. The volunteers (“Rollator Repair Corps”) provide repairs for free at community pop-up clinics.
What will I do as a rollator repair volunteer?
- Complete rollator repair training
- ~one hour of on-line didactic training, plus
- 1-2 hour in-person practice
- Attend rollator repair pop-up clinics
- We coordinate with senior housing, health fairs, and other community organizations to schedule pop-up clinics. We typically have 1-3 pop-up clinics scheduled each month.
What is the time commitment for rollator repair volunteer?
- In addition to the required training, we expect volunteers to attend at least one pop-up clinic every 6-months.
Rollator Repair Training Schedule
- On-line training can be completed at any time
- In-person practice is scheduled the last Monday of every month from 5-7pm
- Additional Saturday trainings are typically offered in September/January – contact us for specific dates.