Concho Valley Council of Governments
Senior Volunteer Programs
Volunteer programs designed for individuals age 55+
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program
Are you interested in serving your community in a way that suits your schedule, skills, and interests? Serve as an AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer in RSVP!
Do You Qualify?
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Any person 55 years of age and older who wishes to share their experience, knowledge and skills is eligible to join RSVP. There are no restrictions based on education, income, or experience, nor any membership dues. Anyone who wants to feel useful, needed, and appreciated will profit from becoming part of the RSVP network. For persons new to San Angelo RSVP serves as an excellent vehicle for making new friends and becoming involved in the community.
Benefits
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FREE Supplemental Accident Medical Coverage, Volunteer Liability and Automobile Liability Insurance while you volunteer.
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Annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon.
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FREE Quarterly Newsletter (hard-copy or email)
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Health and wellness. AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers experience decreased anxiety, depression, and loneliness. 84% of volunteers report stable or improving health after one year of service.
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Self-improvement. See the daily impact of your service as you build on the skills you already have and develop new ones.
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Community. Connect with others and be part of something bigger. 88% of volunteers who felt a lack of companionship reported fewer feelings of isolation after becoming an AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer.
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New skills. AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers often tap their wealth of experience and wisdom and channel it in new directions.
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Insurance. Most programs offer a supplemental accident/personal liability, and excess automobile liability insurance.