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Volunteers- Charlottesville, Jefferson Area Board for Aging

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Resource Name:Volunteers- Charlottesville, Jefferson Area Board for Aging

address

674 Hillsdale Drive, Suite 9, Charlottesville, VA 22901

Eligibility

Bilingual volunteers are strongly encouraged to apply. All volunteers must complete an interview and background check. Some programs may require additional eligibility requirements. Volunteers under 16 must have a parent or guardian present at all times during their service, and all volunteers under 18 must have parental or guardian permission to volunteer.

Languages

Spanish

Application process

Self-referral. All individuals must submit an application and speak with staff about their interests, skills, and background to find a suitable placement.

Fees

No cost

Service area

Charlottesville, VA Albemarle, VA Fluvanna, VA Greene, VA Louisa, VA Nelson, VA
JABA provides a variety of volunteer opportunities for people of all ages to participate more fully in the life of their community through service. Opportunities range from one-time to regular service and can include Insurance Counseling, activities support, health & wellness events, advocating for older adults, and more.

Providing organization

JABA - Jefferson Area Board for Aging
JABA offers information and a wide range of services that help older adults and individuals with disabilities remain active in the community. Services are available to those who can pay and to those who cannot. The inter-generational services include community centers in Charlottesville City and Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson counties that offer a gathering place for weekday socializing and hot lunch for adults 60+. Additional services include Aging Services Coordination, Home Delivered Meals, Respite & Enrichment Centers, caregiver support, Insurance Counseling, Helpline, long-term care advocates, volunteer opportunities, and resources on home care, health services, affordable senior housing, assisted living, and more.