The SHIBA (Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors) program — part of Washington State’s OKI consumer protection service — provides free, impartial, and confidential assistance with Medicare and other health care options for all ages. Volunteer counselors are at the heart of this operation, and we need more help as the only SHIBA station in Yakima County! All adults are welcome, but bilingual volunteers are strictly required and volunteers 55 and over can also join our Retired Senior Volunteer Program to receive additional insurance, participate in community events, and record their volunteer hours for recognition. Contact Brenda Munguia at [email protected] or 509-574-6872.
The SHIBA (Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors) program, part of the Washington State OKI Consumer Protection Services, provides free, fair, and confidential assistance with Medicare and healthcare options for all ages. Volunteer counselors are at the heart of this operation and we need more help as the only SHIBA station in Yakima County! All adults are welcome, but bilingual volunteers are urgently needed and volunteers 55+ can also join our Retired Senior Volunteer Program to receive additional insurance, participate in community events, and log their volunteer hours for recognition. Contact Brenda Munguia at [email protected] or 509-574-6872.
PROJECT WARMING – Every year, PWU volunteers knit and/or crochet thousands of warm items which are distributed to those who need them most during the cold season. If you enjoy making things with yarn, stop by the office (107 S. Seventh Ave., Ste 207, Yakima), grab some yarn and a size chart, make something, and return it. Easy as that! Ask about monthly events for PWU Volunteers. Individuals aged 55 and over can log their hours with the Retired Senior Volunteer Program for additional benefits. Ask Kelsey Brontide at [email protected] or 509-574-4766
YAKIMA VALLEY TOUR – Volunteers needed for Yakima Valley Tourism. Volunteers play an important role in promoting tourism in the Yakima Valley. They inspire visitors to appreciate the Valley and the people who live in it. This is a unique opportunity to help visitors in need and foster joy and enthusiasm for the products and services available in the Yakima Valley. Shifts are available in 2-, 3- or 4-hour shifts Monday-Saturday at different times of the year at the Yakima Convention & Event Center. The individual will be operating an information kiosk and should therefore have basic knowledge of the Yakima Valley plus pathfinding to points of interest for visitors. Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time. Light lifting is required. Volunteers will receive an introductory orientation to ensure the volunteer opportunity is suitable for individuals and Yakima Valley Tourism. Please inquire directly with Andrea at 10 N. Eighth St., Yakima, 98901.
Yakima and Selah Neighbor Network – Reimagine Aging. We are a local volunteer-based non-profit organization that empowers its members to continue to stay at home. Our goal is to enhance the aging experience by creating programs, friendships and services that support independence and community connection. We are looking for volunteer drivers. You may be asked to: Give a ride to an appointment, pick up a prescription, groceries or food from a restaurant. You choose when you want to volunteer. Flexible, day shift. Volunteer with seniors. For more information, call 509-853-1917 or visit https://yesneighbors.org/volunteer
MEALS ON WHEELS NEED VOLUNTEERS – The People For People Meals On Wheels program relies on volunteer drivers to deliver seven days worth of nutritious frozen meals to seniors living at home. In addition, volunteers are also needed in the dining room to help serve food, in the kitchen to help prepare food, or in the warehouse to help pack food and/or pet food. Required: current driver’s license and insurance (Home Delivery drivers only); PFP will pay for a health department food permit, criminal background check, and drug test. To find out more about volunteering, please contact the MOW Volunteer Coordinator at 509-406-7044.
HELPING HUMANS AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES — The Volunteer Service (Assignment Jobs) is looking for individuals to provide basic chore assistance to low-income parents and low-income adults with disabilities. Driver is urgently needed to take clients to doctor or grocery store. Assistance with yard work, homework, and wooden ramps for disabled accessibility is also required. Please call LouAnn at 509-965-7105. Mileage reimbursement and no minimum time commitment.
