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Do you have a caring heart and extra space... <a class="item-readmore" href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150791" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h4 class="title"><a href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150471" target="_blank">Hospice Volunteer</a></h4> <b>Ongoing</b> | Metrowest Hospice <!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> April 15, 2022</p>--> <p>Do you ever wish you could make a huge difference in someone's life ? Have you ever thought about being a comfort to someone in need? 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Volunteers can review grant applications, talk to organizations and coalitions…. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000Cxd3AAC" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p> </li> <li class="item"> <h4 class="title"><a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CxdGAAS" target="_blank">States State & Community Service Volunteer</a></h4> <b>Ongoing</b> | AARP Massachusetts <p>Together, AARP Members are making a difference by providing valuable volunteer service across Massachusetts. 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Do you have a caring heart and extra space... <a class="item-readmore" href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150791" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h4 class="title"><a href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150471" target="_blank">Hospice Volunteer</a></h4> <b>Ongoing</b> | Metrowest Hospice <!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> April 15, 2022</p>--> <p>Do you ever wish you could make a huge difference in someone's life ? Have you ever thought about being a comfort to someone in need? 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Do you have a caring heart and extra space... <a class="item-readmore" href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150791" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h4 class="title"><a href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150471" target="_blank">Hospice Volunteer</a></h4> <b>Ongoing</b> | Metrowest Hospice <!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> April 15, 2022</p>--> <p>Do you ever wish you could make a huge difference in someone's life ? Have you ever thought about being a comfort to someone in need? 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Volunteers can review grant applications, talk to organizations and coalitions…. <a class="item-readmore" href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000Cxd3AAC" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p> </li> <li class="item"> <h4 class="title"><a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/job-details/?jobId=a1oo0000000CxdGAAS" target="_blank">States State & Community Service Volunteer</a></h4> <b>Ongoing</b> | AARP Massachusetts <p>Together, AARP Members are making a difference by providing valuable volunteer service across Massachusetts. 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Do you have a caring heart and extra space... <a class="item-readmore" href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150791" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h4 class="title"><a href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150471" target="_blank">Hospice Volunteer</a></h4> <b>Ongoing</b> | Metrowest Hospice <!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> April 15, 2022</p>--> <p>Do you ever wish you could make a huge difference in someone's life ? Have you ever thought about being a comfort to someone in need? 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Do you have a caring heart and extra space... <a class="item-readmore" href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150791" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h4 class="title"><a href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150471" target="_blank">Hospice Volunteer</a></h4> <b>Ongoing</b> | Metrowest Hospice <!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> April 15, 2022</p>--> <p>Do you ever wish you could make a huge difference in someone's life ? Have you ever thought about being a comfort to someone in need? 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AARP shares resources and information about topics relevant to older adults in their own communities in spaces like farmers markets, resource fairs, or other gatherings. Volunteers can distribute information and talk to people at events, coordinate…. Read More »
AARP is making communities great places to live for people of all ages, including by supporting similar organizations, and educating people about their own communities. Volunteers can review grant applications, talk to organizations and coalitions…. Read More »
Together, AARP Members are making a difference by providing valuable volunteer service across Massachusetts. Volunteers can attend monthly network meetings and planning sessions to discuss programming, and build community relationships with partner…. Read More »
AARP advocates for a range of issues that matter to older adults, from paying family caregivers to securing affordable housing for people to age in their communities. Volunteers can testify about issues that matter to them, attend virtual and…. Read More »
As a Smart DriverTEK Workshop Presenter, you'll be helping mature drivers in your community to learn about new vehicle safety technology.. Read More »
We are looking for volunteers to create handmade blankets to comfort homeless pets living in animal shelters. The blankets may be knit, crocheted, sewn, quilted or made with fleece material. Once... Read More »
Do you want to make a difference in a young person's life while you learn about another culture, create and build friendships and make ever-lasting memories? Do you have a caring heart and extra space... Read More »
Do you ever wish you could make a huge difference in someone's life ? Have you ever thought about being a comfort to someone in need? Could you bring comfort to someone who needs Read More »
Searching for veteran volunteers that have a passion for caring for others and looking to serve their fellow veterans. Our volunteers are an important part of the hospice care team by helping to... Read More »
When you join our inclusive family of volunteers, we’ll provide all of the training and support you need to make a difference, make new connections and have fun at the same time.
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Do you have a caring heart and extra space... <a class="item-readmore" href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150791" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h4 class="title"><a href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150471" target="_blank">Hospice Volunteer</a></h4> <b>Ongoing</b> | Metrowest Hospice <!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> April 15, 2022</p>--> <p>Do you ever wish you could make a huge difference in someone's life ? Have you ever thought about being a comfort to someone in need? 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Do you have a caring heart and extra space... <a class="item-readmore" href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150791" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h4 class="title"><a href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150471" target="_blank">Hospice Volunteer</a></h4> <b>Ongoing</b> | Metrowest Hospice <!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> April 15, 2022</p>--> <p>Do you ever wish you could make a huge difference in someone's life ? Have you ever thought about being a comfort to someone in need? 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Do you have a caring heart and extra space... <a class="item-readmore" href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150791" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h4 class="title"><a href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150471" target="_blank">Hospice Volunteer</a></h4> <b>Ongoing</b> | Metrowest Hospice <!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> April 15, 2022</p>--> <p>Do you ever wish you could make a huge difference in someone's life ? Have you ever thought about being a comfort to someone in need? 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The blankets may be knit, crocheted, sewn, quilted or made with fleece material. Once... <a class="item-readmore" href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.151090" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h4 class="title"><a href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150791" target="_blank">Host an International Exchange Student</a></h4> <b>Ongoing</b> | AnB Education <!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> May 11, 2022</p>--> <p>Do you want to make a difference in a young person's life while you learn about another culture, create and build friendships and make ever-lasting memories? Do you have a caring heart and extra space... <a class="item-readmore" href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150791" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h4 class="title"><a href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150471" target="_blank">Hospice Volunteer</a></h4> <b>Ongoing</b> | Metrowest Hospice <!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> April 15, 2022</p>--> <p>Do you ever wish you could make a huge difference in someone's life ? Have you ever thought about being a comfort to someone in need? Could you bring comfort to someone who needs <a class="item-readmore" href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150471" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h4 class="title"><a href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150474" target="_blank">Veteran Hospice Volunteer</a></h4> <b>Ongoing</b> | Metrowest Hospice <!--<p class="date grey vspacing small"><b>Posting Date:</b> April 15, 2022</p>--> <p>Searching for veteran volunteers that have a passion for caring for others and looking to serve their fellow veterans. Our volunteers are an important part of the hospice care team by helping to... <a class="item-readmore" href="https://createthegood.aarp.org/opportunity-details.150474" target="_blank">Read More »</a></p> </li> </ul> <div style="padding: 10px 0px 1px;"> <p> <a href="https://createthegood.org/volunteer-search?postal_code=01089&intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLCTG-20140805-WEST-SPRINGFIELD-MA" class="btn" title="More Volunteer Opportunities">More Volunteer Opportunities <span class="icon-arrow_right"></span></a> </p> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail thin-rhs"><div class="module clearfix"><!-- volunteering page --> <!-- deleted but saved in modules --> <div style="margin:15px 0;"><iframe name="brightcove-player" title="Volunteering" src='//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/ryhhcDoG_default/index.html?videoId=6307367719112' allowfullscreen frameborder=0 width="100%" height="300px"></iframe> <p>When you join our inclusive family of volunteers, we’ll provide all of 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