Local Volunteer Events
AARP Volunteer Opportunities
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Wish of a Lifetime Cupid Crew Volunteer 2023
Ongoing | Wish of a LifetimeBrighten up Valentine’s Day for older adults in your community. This Valentine’s Day, Wish of a Lifetime from AARP is teaming up with volunteers and schools to deliver 250,000 cards and 90,000 roses to older adults for the 10th annual Cupid Crew.…. Read More »
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Disrupt Aging Classroom Tech Producer
Ongoing | Disrupt Aging ClassroomDisrupt Aging (DA) Classroom is a 2.5-hour, interactive curriculum that challenges students to examine aging perceptions and think about how the growing aging population is relevant to their personal lives and future careers. The curriculum is…. Read More »
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Be My Eyes Fraud Volunteer
Ongoing | AARP NationwideBe My Eyes is a free app that connects blind and low-vision people with sighted volunteers for visual assistance through a live video call. In collaboration with Be My Eyes, AARP is providing fraud resources to users of the app. Volunteer agents…. Read More »
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Be My Eyes Caregiving Volunteer
Ongoing | AARP NationwideBe My Eyes is a free app that connects blind and low-vision people with sighted volunteers for visual assistance through a live video call. In collaboration with Be My Eyes, AARP is providing caregiving resources to users of the app. Volunteer…. Read More »
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SDTEK Workshop Presenter
Ongoing | Driver SafetyAs a Smart DriverTEK Workshop Presenter, you'll be helping mature drivers in your community to learn about new vehicle safety technology.. Read More »
Volunteer with Other Organizations
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Service to the Armed Forces: Adult Reconnection Workshop Facilitator
Ongoing | Red CrossVolunteer, not paid position. This position supports the Regional Service to the Armed Forces department. Provide Reconnection Workshop modules to military, veterans and their families in various... Read More »
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Serve Those That Have Served
Ongoing | Elara Caring HospiceAre you a Veteran? Are you interested in helping other Veterans? Elara Caring, a leading care provider in your area, is looking for compassionate Veteran Volunteers willing to... Read More »
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Hospice Friendly Volunteer
Ongoing | Elara Caring HospiceElara Caring Hospice serves patients and their caregivers throughout Northeast Ohio, including Summit, Stark, Portage, Medina and Tuscarawas counties. We are looking for kind, caring and compassionate... Read More »
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Pet Therapy Volunteer
Ongoing | Elara CaringAlara Caring, a leading Hospice care provider in the Midwest, is looking for compassionate volunteers willing to donate their time to provide exceptional end-of-life care to local hospice patients and... Read More »
Ways to make a difference
Find ways to help directly in the Akron area, whether you have 5 minutes, 5 hours or 5 days to give. Read More »
Local AARP Volunteer Programs
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide
Sign up now for next year’s tax season. You don't need tax experience — only a desire to help. Read More »
AARP Driver Safety
Help others get on the road to safety as an AARP Driver Safety instructor or coordinator. Read More »
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Upcoming AARP Events
Upcoming AARP Events
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Movies for Grownups: 'A Perfect Vintage'
Friday, Feb 10, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Eventive
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Baking Class: A Valentine's Day Treat
Monday, Feb 13, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time
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Understanding Orchids
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Brandlive
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