Provide safe & reliable transportation to older adults ensuring they remain active, healthy, and connected to their community. Easy to use web-based scheduling system and mileage reimbursement and secondary auto insurance provided. Volunteers may drive people to the doctor, and sometimes to visit friends. The focus is helping our neighbors stay connected to the people and places they love most.
JFS operates two Social & Wellness Centers — the College Avenue Center and Balboa Avenue Older Adult Center. Daily activities at these sites provide opportunities for older adults to connect, socialize, and exchange stories and smiles.
Create connection and friendship with an older adult to prevent isolation and preserve their dignity and independence. This is a flexible position — visits can be scheduled based on the volunteer and client’s schedules.
Provide minor home repairs and safety modifications to help older adults maintain their independence and safety in their own homes. Many clients are low-income and this free service provides much-needed assistance with fall prevention. Most repairs are small — installing grab bars and smoke detectors, replacing light bulbs — and volunteers will receive training.
