“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” – Mahatma Gandhi
Make a difference in someone’s life and enrich your own in the process!
Watch the video below to see and hear all about the benefits our volunteers experience as Staying Connected volunteers.
Benefits of Volunteering
The benefits of volunteering are well documented:
- Boost your mental health
- Develop a sense of connection to others in your community
- Make new friends
- Combat depression
- Discover and foster your talents, strengths, and passions while helping others.
Testimonials
What’s it like to volunteer at Staying Connected?
“I have lived here 8 years and have met so many amazing people. I am a home visitor and caregiver relief visitor. Everyone is so welcoming, and I can honestly say they are my inspiration!” – Jeanne F.
“Volunteering means having an off day turn into a good day by assisting one or our residents. I am a member and volunteer, so I have the best of both worlds. It is truly the neighborly thing to do with no limits to the gratification.” – Candice R.
“After living in this wonderful community and feeling very fortunate, I wanted to “give something back”. I am a Liaison. I make monthly calls to check in with our members and make sure they are managing ok. Each phone encounter is unique, interesting, and iang uptire dize that bismall contributos me a big daterence lives members life.” – Kathi C.
“Thanks to Staying Connected for the opportunities to connect no only with my neighbors, but also my high school German. I have an even bigger appreciation for the poignant realization that we all share our lives wherever, whenever, and however we are.” – Janis S.
“Volunteering has given me purpose and allowed me to help others. I just can’t believe how many interesting and talented people live here! Someone may need a walker, however, in their former life danced with the Philadelphia Ballet Company.” – Anne M.
“Everyone is so appreciative, thankful, and grateful when you pick them up and get them home safely home, BUT, I feel like I am the winner! I have just met someone new. I love volunteering with Staying Connected. Perhaps there will come a day when I will need a ride to an appointment or the grocery store and I will be on the receiving end and grateful to the person who comes to pick me up.” – Cheryl R.
“The best things about volunteering for Staying Connected in Home Maintenance is that I enjoy meeting new and interesting people, seeing all the different areas in Sun City, and most of all, seeing the smiles on the faces of our members.” – Jeffrey P.
“I was attracted to Sun City by the advertised ‘Active Adult Community’ concept. What I have come to love about Sun City is that it’s a ‘Caring Community.'”
“By lending a helping hand I not only make my neighbors day a little easier, but I form a connection with them.”
“Through the experience I learned that helping one’s neighbor not only benefits them but also enriches our own lives. It fosters a sense of community, compassion and empathy.”
“I try to volunteer at least once per week and look forward to each assignment, it’s the highlight of my week. The people I meet are fascinating and I love hearing stories about their lives and what brought them to Sun City.”
“I encourage everyone to look out for their neighbors and offer a helping hand. The benefits extend far beyond the immediate act of assistance, It creates a stronger, more caring community for all.”
Volunteer Opportunities
Make a difference in someone’s life and enrich your own in the process! Create your own schedule and volunteer as often as you’d like. Choose to volunteer in the following categories:
Transportation
Provide local rides for medical appointments and grocery shopping.
Care Giver Relief
Provide in-home social visits, giving caregivers relief to recharge and enhance their own well-being.
Reassuring Calls
Make weekday telephone calls for those living alone.
Basic Home Maintenance
Includes small tasks like overhead lightbulb replacement, smoke alarm battery replacement, and changing air filters.
Administrative Support
Office-related tasks such as handling incoming phone calls, data entry, and other administrative tasks.
There’s No Minimum Commitment to Become a Volunteer!
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- To get started, simply fill out the application below or call our Resource Hub at 843-705-2259 – they can take your application over the phone.
- Next, you will be invited to an orientation which will provide a broad overview of all our services. This is a good time to ask questions and find the right fit for you.
- Once your application is approved, we provide specialized training for the service(s) for which you wish to volunteer.
Still have questions about volunteering?
Our Resource Hub team is standing by to assist you. Please click the link below and fill out a contact form to let us know how we can best serve you!