Tales of Our Volunteer Heroes and Life-Changing Community Service Programs
Want ideas for volunteering in the Tampa Bay area? Enjoy articles and volunteer and contributor spotlights that offer insights and firsthand experiences with our programs.
Resource Advocates help others find their path to success
Resource Advocates help others find their path to successSeniors in Service welcomes our newest group of volunteers as Resource Advocates at the Resource Empowerment Centre in Tampa. These compassionate volunteers are entrenched in the community, meeting with people...
Geared Up News-August 2022
Highlights: RSVP Volunteers Love Serving Others Homebound Seniors Receive Encouragement Welcome Resource Advocates Geared Up for Another Successful School Year
Ms. McDowell finds a friend she didn’t know she needed.
Ms. McDowell finds a friend she didn't know she needed.Every Wednesday at 3 p.m. Ms. McDowell looks forward to a phone call from her Senior Companion Asleen Griffin. "I am mightily blessed to have Ms. Asleen in my life. She gives me positive advice and encouragement....
3,300 Handwritten Cards Lead to 3,300 Smiles
3,300 Handwritten Cards Lead to 3,300 SmilesHave you ever received a handwritten note of encouragement or a thank you card of appreciation? It probably made you smile. That's what Letters with Love does! Volunteers throughout Tampa Bay are writing handwritten notes to...
Foster Grandparents are Geared Up for Another Successful School Year!
Foster Grandparents are Geared Up for Another Successful School Year!As another school year begins, our volunteers can't wait to get back in the classroom. Check out these stories and testimonials as a reminder of why their presence in the classroom is...
Volunteers show love to others, while doing what they love!
Volunteers show love to others, while doing what they love!Seniors in Service has 747 RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program) volunteers spread throughout Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas County helping Tampa Bay's nonprofits serve children, seniors, Veterans,...
Help Neighborly support seniors in Pinellas County
The is an organization of dedicated employees and volunteers whose mission is to improve health, wellness and independent living for individuals and families. Volunteer opportunities are typically a 2-4 hour per week time commitment. Service opportunities include:...
Geared Up News-May 2022
Highlights: Mayor Castor's Classroom Companions Volunteer Florida's Volunteer of the Year Local Funders Support Children Volunteer Florida CEO Visits Seniors in Service
It’s Time for a Conversation: Loneliness Awareness Week June 13-17
It’s Time for a Conversation:Loneliness Awareness Week is June 13-17Loneliness is a health crisis that is often overlooked, especially in seniors, but it cannot be ignored. June 13-17, 2022, is Loneliness Awareness Week, which provides the opportunity to have a...
Volunteer Florida CEO, Corey Simon inspires service through his leadership
Volunteer Florida CEO Corey Simon is a true leader with a servant's heart, and we were honored when he came to visit Seniors in Service Operation: Veteran Connect members where they serve at Our Lady of Guadalupe Food Pantry. He toured the pantry and saw how the...