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Published 9 days ago

Copy of Seniors vs. Crime

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Lakeland, FL
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    Tuesday & Thursday 9 am - 1 pm
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    1
    Cause Areas:
    Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Legal Assistance, Seniors & Retirement
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    55+
    Other Requirements:
    Must be 55+ to participate. Enrollment in RSVP and complete PCSO application. Background screens required for RSVP and PCSO.
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    You can help reduce the victimization of senior citizens who are often targeted for specific crimes or scams based on their age.

    As an RSVP volunteer with the Seniors vs. Crime a project of the Florida State Attorney General and Polk County Sheriff's Department you can make a difference by investigating complaints and acting as a consumer advocate. Seniors vs. Crime is a project of the State Attorney General's Office and is highly successful in assisting victims.

    • You MUST be 55+ years of age to volunteer.
    • Prior law enforcement helpful but not required
    • Working knowledge of Office software (Word, Excel etc.)
    • Prefer college education
    • Analytic skills and fact finding ability desired

    Location

    On-site
    1045 Wedgewood Estates Blvd., Lakeland, Florida, US

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