Alzheimer's Association

Group Opportunities, Health Related, Seniors

The Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research. Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide and 3 locations in our region, this inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to reclaim the future for millions. We are looking for volunteers to help us with our Finger Lakes Walk to End Alzheimer's - held at FLCC in 2024! Help is needed with: recruitment; marketing/social media; phone calls; day of event volunteers to assist with set-up, check-in, clean-up, etc. (Updated 1/2024)

Canandaigua Lions Club

Children/Youth, Education/Literacy, Health Related, Seniors

The Canandaigua Lions Club is a service club that is willing to have anyone over age 18 join, though you are not required to join in order to volunteer. Some of the club's projects are eyeglass reclamation, vision screening, and local veterans support. We would love to reactivate the summer Kids' fishing derby with additional help from the community. The Lions Club meets on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. at Wegmans in Canandaigua, NY. (Updated 12/2023)

Canandaigua VA Medical Center

Arts and Culture, Computers/Technical, Education/Literacy, Group Opportunities, Health Related, One-time Opportunities, Seniors

There are various individual and group volunteer opportunities, including friendly visits, clerical assignments, recreational activities/programs, escorting Veterans to appointments, events, etc. Before you can begin to volunteer, you must attend a required orientation that lasts approximately 1½ hours, complete paperwork, and have a background check (be fingerprinted). (Updated 10/2023)

Clifton Springs Area YMCA

Children/Youth, Computers/Technical, Education/Literacy, Health Related, Seniors, Sports/Recreation

Volunteer opportunities include: help prepare for an upcoming event, assist with events, help out in various youth programs, decorate a bulletin board, help supervise the building, assist in the office, assist with small cleaning tasks, and distribute posters/flyers around town. Perhaps you have a skill that you would be willing to share with us! (Updated 10/2023)

Clifton Springs Hospital & Clinic

Education/Literacy, Emergency Services, Group Opportunities, Health Related, Seniors, Sports/Recreation

Volunteers are needed for various services and projects, including nursing home activities, spiritual care, and greeters to assist patients/visitors. Needed all days at a variety of times. (Updated 10/2023)

Finger Lakes Care Giver Institute at Lifespan

Health Related, Seniors

If you know someone who is caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s/dementia or other forms of memory loss, then you know someone who needs help. Our Partners in Caring program trains and matches volunteers with local families to provide support. With just a few hours per/week, volunteers can give a caregiver some free time to shop, nap, take a walk or visit with a friend while you spend time with their loved one – talking, taking a walk, doing a puzzle, looking at photos, listening to music – just being a friend. This gives the caregiver a few hours to take care of their own needs and “catch a breath” from their caregiving duties. Those interested can sign up by themselves or “buddy up” with a friend, be trained, and then serve together. (Updated 2/2024)

Finger Lakes Community Action

One-time Opportunities, Seniors

We currently need volunteers to connect with our Foster Grandparents, ages 55 and over. This includes food box delivery, assisting with in-service meetings, recognition events, fund-raising activities, special projects, advocating for them, filling out paperwork, and teaching basic computer skills. Volunteers are used as needed, primarily during the school year. Opportunities can be "one-time only " or "ongoing" for a specified time period. Opportunities are available in Wayne, Ontario, Seneca, Yates, and Livingston counties. Call (315) 333-4155 ext. 3211. (Updated 3/2024)

Friendship House

Children/Youth, Emergency Services, Group Opportunities, One-time Opportunities, Seniors

Volunteers are needed to help organize & restock the food pantry, clean, etc., for our thrift store/food pantry that has been in the area for 45 years. Open every Wednesday, 5-7 p.m., and Friday & Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The pantry/thrift store can be used by anyone residing in the Marcus Whitman school district for food, clothing, and winter coats. (Updated 10/2017)

Geneva Center of Concern - Geneva Food Pantry

Group Opportunities, One-time Opportunities, Seniors

Volunteers are needed to sort donated items, work the front desk, stock pantry shelves, and work with clients in need of food. Pantry is open Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Volunteers work 2.5-hour shifts. Volunteers are especially needed on Saturday mornings in the thrift store, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Updated 2/2024)

Hospeace House, Inc

Group Opportunities, Health Related, One-time Opportunities, Seniors

Hospeace House is a two-bed comfort care home. We provide 24-hour care for terminally ill residents and their families. We are seeking volunteers for resident care in 4-hour shifts at your convenience. No experience is necessary; we will provide all of the training you need with the hands-on shadowing of another trained volunteer. Forget what you think the end of life might look like – there is a whole lot of life being lived in those last months. (Updated 2/2024)