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Published 8/19/25 12:00AM

Retired & Senior Volunteers Needed

Jefferson Community Action Programs - JeffCAP
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near New Orleans, LA
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Commitment Details:
    The amount of service can vary from a few hours a month to almost full time depending upon individual's preference.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    15
    Cause Areas:
    Crime & Safety, Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    55+
    Other Requirements:
    Volunteers must be age 55 or older.

    Description

    Retired & Senior Volunteers needed to work at the following Volunteer Stations:

    1) American Cancer Society's Hope Lodge located in Jefferson, La. Volunteers provide support for cancer patients and/or survivors. Duties include assisting with activites, food prep, community events, and just to lend a supporting hand.

    2) GiGi's Playhouse, a Down Syndrome Achievement Center located in Metairie, La. Volunteers impact the lives of individuals living with Down syndrome. Agency is solely run by volunteers. Great opportunity to participate in activities in and out of the center, share skills and knowledge, and have fun doing it. Many positions available to meet your scheduling needs.

    3) Ochsner Hospital located in Jefferson, La. Many positions available to meet your scheduling needs.

    4) Other opportunites available as well in Jefferson Parish to provide such things as clerical support in office, food bank support, and tax assistance working in our community centers.

    Location

    On-site
    1221 Elmwood Park Boulevard, New Orleans, Louisiana, US

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