House of John
House of John is a two-bed Comfort Care Home for the terminally ill and their families. Potential residents must have a life expectancy of 3 months or less. We open our house, our hearts and our hands to those who need physical care and emotional support as they approach the end of their lives. Students, especially those in Health Care Studies, Human Services, Massage Therapy/ Integrative Health, Nursing, and Psychology, are encouraged to get involved. Volunteers are an essential component. Prospective volunteers complete a 4 week training program at the house and work with a seasoned volunteer with an on-call Nurse available. (Updated: 1/2024)
Light Hill/Canandaigua Comfort Care Home Inc.
1. Hands On Care: We are a 2-bed comfort care home supporting those at end of life at no cost to them or their families. Hands On Care volunteers support our residents in daily care tasks 24/7. 2-hour and 4-hour shifts available, training is provided. 2. LIGHT[the]HILL: Our annual luminaria celebration at Kershaw Park held the first Saturday in Nov. We set up over 2,000 lights in memory/honor of loved ones across the lake front. Volunteers needed for set up and take down day of as well as tasks leading up to the event Oct-Nov. 3. Spring Flower Sale: Annually the first Monday in March we cut and arrange over 5,000 bouquets at Stella's then deliver them to area businesses. Volunteers needed to process flowers, deliver and coordinate pick-up at Light Hill day of. Volunteers could also organize groups sales Jan-Mar if interested! (Updated 2/2024)
Literacy Rochester
Digital Literacy of Literacy Rochester has been working with public libraries and education partners in Wayne and Ontario counties to offer a helping hand to community members who do not have consistent access to and familiarity with digital technology. Our mission is to help our community gain confidence and understanding of online and software resources. With our help, our customers become better informed and better connected. We provide one-to-one assistance for individuals seeking help with learning computer skills and resolving challenges like web access, completing online forms or applications, and other computer-essential tasks. (Updated 3/2024)
Newark-Wayne Community Hospital, DeMay Living Center & ElderONE - Silver Hill
Volunteers are needed for many helpful services and fun projects. Examples include gift shop cashier, patient visitor, info desk greeter, PT/OT outpatient aide, escort, recycling team, door frame painter, TDI pet therapy, resident one-on-one time, Sunday service pianist, and activities aide. Volunteers are needed all days, at all times. An application process is required. Both twenty-hour commitment and long-term opportunities are available. (Updated: 10/2019)
Ontario County Arts Council - Ontario County Region
Ontario County Arts Council is interested in connecting with area artists or art supporters who are willing to organize and partake in new events. We would welcome new members committed to the presence of arts in our community to join our board. Many opportunities available. (Updated 2/2024)
Ontario County Office for the Aging
Home-delivered meal volunteers are needed! Home-delivered meal volunteers can deliver as little as once a week, once a month, or be an occasional substitute. Other opportunities include grocery shopping, talking on the telephone, and friendly home visits. If you've got an hour and can give it back, please contact the OFA! (Updated 10/2023)
ProAction of Steuben and Yates, Inc.
Transportation Companion - accompany a senior to their medical appointments. Background check required. Home Delivered Meals Drivers - volunteers provide the warm, human contact our seniors need & may be the only contact that senior has that day. Any level of commitment is welcome. Criminal background & driver’s license check required. Mileage is paid. Phone Friends - make brief, friendly phone calls to homebound seniors to provide emotional support & to enhance social contact. Front Office help –Answer & transfer phone calls, help customers in office, & general clerical duties. Help needed Mon. through Fri. We will train you! More opportunities available working with seniors, children, and more. (Updated 2/2024)
Rochester Folk Art Guild
We are an arts non-profit, intentional community and craft center located in Middlesex, NY. We offer public programming in areas of arts and culture, have multiple active craft studios, and have a residential population and a retreat center. Our community members range from toddlers to their 70's and we have need in many service areas. We are looking for volunteers for general support in areas like our farm and orchard; helping with maintenance projects; supporting events with things like set up, check in, and directing folks around our campus; administrative management of various projects and more.
Rotary Club of Canandaigua
We are a service organization whose members are passionate about giving back to our world and our community, but are sometimes lacking the skills to attract a younger demographic on the social media platforms with which they are most familiar. We would like help - not only with the projects that we do, but with broadcasting to the greater community in a way that will draw in interested participants! Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. We invite students to attend our meetings, which are held on Thursdays at the American Legion at noon. There is no charge. Lunch is available, and lunch for your first visit would be as our guest. (Updated 3/2024)
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- http://www.canandaiguarotary.org
- Janet Tenreiro
- janettenreiro@gmail.com
Salvation Army of Canandaigua, NY
After School Program - assist with tutoring & recreation for school-age children Sep. - June. Bell Ringing - the primary need for the Salvation Army; they cannot do what they do without donations. Bell ringers are needed at a variety of locations in Canandaigua and 2 in Victor, both indoor and outdoor. Bell ringing runs from early November through December 24, every day except Sundays. Toy Shop - The Salvation Army provides a place for families in need to shop for holiday gifts through a collection of donated toys. Help is needed December 9-20th. (Updated: 3/2024)