VOLUNTEER
We welcome new volunteers throughout the year. There are many ways to volunteer, including for the featured programs below. Whether you're seeking regular volunteer hours, part-time, a half a day per week, or for special events, we appreciate you!
For more information, call CSC at 734-475-9242 or email us at Connected@ChelseaSeniors.org
Senior Nutrition Program
Every year we serve over 25,000 senior lunches from our Chelsea Senior Center as part of our Senior Nutrition Program. Our home-delivered meal program provides meals to over 100 seniors who aren't able to leave home regularly, and for those who can join us, our Senior Café lunches provide a meal and engagement opportunities. We could not meet the needs of so many seniors without the thousands of hours our volunteers donate to the Chelsea Senior Center each year.
If you would like to volunteer in the kitchen packaging meals Monday through Friday from 9 to 11 am, or deliver a hot meal and a smile to a homebound senior, please let us know.
To get involved, call CSC at 734-475-9242 or email us at Connected@ChelseaSeniors.org
Ambassador Welcome Desk
When you visit Chelsea Senior Center, it’s important to us that you are greeted warmly by someone who can help meet your needs. Who better for that than members of the senior center? Each day, we are fortunate to have volunteers staff the Ambassador desk located in our lobby.
To get involved, call CSC at 734-475-9242 or email us at Connected@ChelseaSeniors.org
Intergenerational Garden
Volunteers of all ages help maintain the Intergenerational Garden’s vegetable and flower beds located on the Chelsea Senior Center campus.
There is a lot that goes into a vibrant community garden, including:
Weeding, watering, and harvesting: Enjoy great exercise and good company in the fresh air. We'll provide plenty of guidance if you're new to gardening.
Experienced organic gardeners: Share your knowledge of how to make the garden more productive and beautiful!
You don't have to be a gardener to help!
Other volunteer activities in the garden include:
Kid-helpers: Help with youth programming related to gardening, nature, healthy eating, and just having fun!
Fixers and builders: There’s always something to mend, maintain, or build, from deer fences and trellises to new raised beds.
You don't have to be a senior to help, either!
The Trinh Pifer Intergenerational Garden is a place for people of all ages to learn about gardening, support senior nutrition, and enjoy each other's company. While seniors are the backbone of garden volunteering, we also welcome youth groups and families with children. This is a great opportunity for youth group service projects or for high schoolers seeking experience for resumes and college applications.
To get involved, call CSC at 734-475-9242 or email us at Connected@ChelseaSeniors.org
Adult Day Program
Do you have a heart for caregivers and their older adult loved ones? Would you like to help give caregivers a break? Volunteers assist staff in our adult day program and provide social companionship, care, and conversational support in a group setting.
Multigenerational Projects
Throughout the year, we provide many opportunities to connect across generations. Volunteer to help with preschoolers during Read & Seed in the Spring, or cookie decorating in the winter. Participate in the Generations interview project with Beach Middle School students or the Lives Well Lived project with Chelsea High School students. During summer months, work in the garden with Camp Gabika participants. And more! Check the newsletter for opportunities.
To get involved, call CSC at 734-475-9242 or email us at Connected@ChelseaSeniors.org
A Brief Stop
Volunteer to staff A Brief Stop, our discreet personal needs closet located in CSC offering adult briefs, pads, and related care products to supplement needs. Record basic contact information for visitors and provide products from our inventory that would meet their needs.
For more information, call CSC at 734-475-9242 or email us at Connected@ChelseaSeniors.org
Special Events
Many of our special events rely on volunteer help. Look for information in the newsletter for upcoming events.
To get involved, call CSC at 734-475-9242 or email us at Connected@ChelseaSeniors.org
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