Volunteers can maximize resources and enhance the health and well being of our seniors through a variety of volunteer opportunities. From one-day group projects to ongoing client support, volunteers can truly make a difference in our community!
Invest your time, talent and expertise in volunteer opportunities that include:
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) HelpLine
Become a member of this incredible group of volunteers who help seniors make informed health insurance decisions!
All of us must find, choose, and use health coverage wisely, but making the right choice and finding the right answers can be difficult. SHIBA is part of a statewide network of extensively trained volunteers who educate and assist consumers on health insurance options and prescription drug coverage. Under the direction of the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner, SHIBA volunteers are trained to help seniors:
• Understand health insurance and government health programs
• Access prescription drug benefits
• Evaluate and compare health policies
• Process medical billings
• Pursue claims or appeals
• Detect and report fraud
• Understand their rights and options
Volunteers undergo a screening orientation and 10 hours of training by Senior Services and the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner. Training will take a hands-on approach in the use of online computer programs to educate and assist beneficiaries.
For information call Rochelle Salsman, SHIBA HelpLine Coordinator - 425.514.3183
Senior Peer Counseling
Be part of the solution. Improve the quality of life for seniors who are isolated and struggling with personal loss. Help seniors find hope and better solutions to their problems. We are looking for compassionate people with a passion for learning and growing. Volunteers will have the opportunity to improve their communication skills, learn about community resources for seniors and make meaningful connections with other volunteers.
• Training is free and mileage is reimbursable.
• Volunteers must be 55 and older and able to visit others in their homes.
• Volunteers can decide which locations they would like to cover within Snohomish County.
• Requirements include 40 hours of training; weekly supervision, and attendance at a monthly volunteer meeting.
• Counseling background not required.
For information call Ruth Holsinger, Mental Health Program Assistant - 425.290.1252
Minor Home Repair
Minor Home Repair assists more than 400 low income elderly homeowners each year by providing health and safety related repairs that they can no longer do themselves and/or afford.
Office Volunteer
If you have the following skills and enjoy working with a dedicated staff, you would make an ideal office volunteer:
• Working knowledge of general office practices and equipment such as fax, copy machine.
• Computer skills
• Ability to work with seniors
For information call Tim Mierau, Housing Director - 425.514.3181
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