Join the Cause

Advocates for Residents

As an ombudsman volunteer, you will have the opportunity to advocate for one of the most vulnerable populations by:

• Visiting individuals who live in a long-term care community at a location convenient for you each week
• Talking to residents and personally getting to know them on an individual basis
• Giving residents an opportunity to voice concerns about the quality of their lives
• Investigating and advocating for resolutions to resident needs by working with staff caregivers
• Following up with residents to make sure they continue to receive care that meets their specific needs
• Receive comprehensive training and support from our staff

Visit Isolated Residents

As a Friendly VOYCE volunteer, you will have the opportunity to meaningfully engage with residents who are lonely and isolated by:

• Being matched with up to two residents who have been identified as needing social support
• Visiting these residents during a time and a day that works best for you
• Meaningfully visit and engage with residents
• Leading the residents in fun and beneficial activities provided by VOYCE
• Receiving comprehensive training and ongoing support from VOYCE staff
• Being provided with free continuing education opportunities provided by VOYCE

Timeless Elegance Fashion Show

Planning Team

Volunteers are crucial in ensuring this event’s success! We need individuals who can assist with organizing logistics, securing a venue, coordinating with designers, models, and sponsors, creating a fabulous silent auction, and managing event promotion. Additionally, volunteers may help with ticket sales, donations, and setting up on the day of the event. Creativity, organization, and teamwork are essential, as is a passion for supporting the charitable cause. Whether you have event planning experience or simply a willingness to contribute, your involvement will make a difference!

Day of Volunteers

We need individuals to assist with greeting guests, managing check-in and ticketing, coordinating backstage with models and designers, and helping with the venue’s setup and breakdown. Other tasks may include guiding attendees, assisting with the auction, and ensuring the event stays on schedule. A positive attitude, quick thinking, and the ability to work as part of a team are essential. Your support on the day will help create a seamless and memorable experience for all!

VOYCE Unplugged

Planning Team

Volunteers helping to plan VOYCE Unplugged, a networking happy hour with a silent auction, are essential in making the event successful. We need individuals who can assist with organizing event logistics, securing a venue, gathering auction items, coordinating with sponsors, and promoting the event to the community. Responsibilities may also include helping to design event materials, manage guest lists, and plan the evening’s flow. Strong organizational skills, creativity, and a passion for VOYCE’s mission are key, as volunteers will help create a welcoming atmosphere that fosters connection and supports elder advocacy.

Day of Volunteers

Volunteers for the day of VOYCE Unplugged will be critical in ensuring the event runs smoothly and successfully. We need individuals to help set up the venue, welcome and check in guests, facilitate the silent auction, and assist with sponsor engagement. Other tasks may include managing the event flow, answering guest questions, and helping with the breakdown after the happy hour. A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team are essential. Your support will help create a memorable evening that supports VOYCE’s mission of advocating for quality elder care.

VOYCE seeks interns and practicum students to work with us in the fall, spring, and summer semesters.

Learn more about internship opportunities!

Lead Elves

Volunteers for Project Holiday Cheer are vital in spreading joy to long-term care residents during the holiday season. We need individuals who can help organize and distribute holiday cards, coordinate donations, and assist with packaging and delivery logistics. Volunteers may also be asked to personalize cards and connect with community partners to increase participation. Enthusiasm, attention to detail, and a heart for supporting elders are key. Your time and effort will help bring cheer and a sense of connection to those who need it most during the holidays!

Card Creators

Whether creating or signing, you can help spread holiday cheer by providing thoughtful messages to residents.

Please deliver cards to the VOYCE office or one of our drop-off locations by December 13, 2024.

Card Sorters

Join us at the VOYCE office to sort and pack cards, so we can easily deliver these holiday messages to residents. 

Card Delivery

Click the link below to sign up for a nursing home in your area. You will select a nursing home based on the zip code and number of residents. A confirmation email will include the name and address of your selected nursing home, as well as some more information.
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