Volunteer with AARP Louisiana

At AARP Louisiana, volunteers are the heart of our work. By sharing your time and talents, you help strengthen communities, support people age 50 and older, and create positive change across the state. Whether you enjoy connecting with people face‑to‑face, advocating for important issues, teaching others, or volunteering from home, there’s a role for you.

Community Outreach volunteers partner with AARP staff to host events, support local initiatives, and share trusted information on issues that matter most to older adults and their families. Opportunities are available for those who enjoy public interaction as well as those who prefer behind‑the‑scenes support.

Community Outreach Roles:

• Welcoming and assisting guests at classes and events
• Supporting caregiving programs and resource education
• Presenting or assisting with healthy living programs
• Working with and supporting veterans and their families
• Teaching digital skills through Older Adults Technology Services (OATS)
• Promoting livable communities, including safer streets and walkable neighborhoods

Advocacy volunteers help give a voice to people age 50+ by advancing policies that improve lives today and for future generations.

Advocacy opportunities include:

• Communicating with state or federal lawmakers through emails, calls, and meetings
• Providing virtual testimony and participating in advocacy briefings
• Writing letters to the editor
• Taking part in special advocacy events, including Caregiver Day at the Capitol

No prior advocacy experience is needed—training and support are provided.

If you enjoy speaking and educating others, the AARP Speakers Bureau may be a perfect fit. Trained volunteers deliver engaging presentations on topics important to older adults, including:

• Caregiving and caregiver resources
• Brain health and healthy aging
• Fraud and scam prevention
• Emergency preparedness and disaster readiness

Presentations are offered to churches, community organizations, social clubs, and media outlets.

Smart Driver instructors help drivers age 50+ stay safe, confident, and independent. Volunteers organize and teach classroom courses that share practical driving strategies proven to reduce risk and save lives—benefiting individuals, families, and entire communities.

Livable Communities volunteers support efforts to make neighborhoods welcoming for people of all ages. Working with AARP staff and community partners, volunteers help promote:

• Safe, walkable streets
• Age‑friendly housing and transportation
• Access to essential services
• Opportunities for residents to stay connected and engaged

Office support volunteers assist with administrative tasks, greet visitors, help prepare materials, answer phones, and support community events and classes. This role is ideal for those who enjoy organization, teamwork, and helping operations run smoothly.

You can make a difference from the comfort of your home. Virtual opportunities offer flexibility while allowing you to contribute your skills and passion.

Virtual roles include:

• Telephone Town Hall Screeners
• Assist during live telephone town halls by screening calls
• Help ensure discussions stay focused and productive
• Training provided; computer and phone access required

Tech‑Savvy Volunteers

• Digital Outreach: Support AARP initiatives through social media, email, and online engagement
• Content Creation: Contribute writing, graphic design, or video skills for web and promotional materials

Your experience, voice, and passion can make a real difference. To learn more or find the volunteer opportunity that’s right for you, contact:

Daphney Young at dyoung@aarp.org or (504) 289‑9241.

Join AARP Louisiana as a volunteer and help create stronger, more age‑friendly communities for everyone.