VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
·Cedarbrook Senior Care and Rehabilitation, Fountain Hill and South Whitehall, is looking to the community to help brighten the day of residents who have been unable to have visitors or social programming these past several months. Inspirational (nonreligious) cards and letters, or drawings and paintings created by youth or adults would be a welcomed addition to everyone’s day. Dedicated staff would also enjoy notes of thanks.
Mail items to the attention of Kerry Magliane, Cedarbrook Senior Care and Rehab, 350 S. Cedarbrook Road, Allentown, PA 18104.
·Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor, Bethlehem, is seeking volunteers to be greeters who will be responsible for managing visitor traffic coming in and out of the National Canal Museum. This position serves as the first and last contact for visitors to the museum. This person sets the tone for the visit and strives to ensure visitor’s needs and hopefully expectations were met. Abilities required include friendly and welcoming demeanor, attention to detail, and communication skills. Hours based on availability and desired commitment, but preferred minimum of 6-hour shift on a weekly or biweekly basis. Minimum age 16.
Contact Pam Thomas at 610-923-3548 ext. 240.
·Meals on Wheels of the Greater Lehigh Valley, Northampton County, needs drivers to deliver meals to homebound seniors and adults with disabilities. Volunteer once a week, once a month, or whenever your schedule permits. We provide step-by-step directions and delivery instructions. Current need greatest for Bethlehem, Slate Belt and Easton sites.
Contact Dawn Stillwagen at 610-841-7011 or dawns@mowglv.org.
·Center for Animal Health and Welfare, Easton, is seeking volunteers to walk dogs, assist with morning cleanings, attend off site events to promote the shelter, cat and dog enrichment and general shelter help.
Contact Walt Hoffman at 610-252-7722 ext. 4 or cahwvolunteercoordinator@rcn.com.
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Contact the Volunteer Center to receive a brochure listing agencies needing volunteers at 610-807-0336 or vc@volunteerlv.org.
Visit volunteerlv.org for a larger listing of volunteer opportunities.