Volunteer Opportunity Details:

We are seeking older adults who enjoy talking to and educating peers about a subject that affects us all: Healthcare error, fraud and abuse. The right candidates will have the opportunity to partner with local senior organizations(libraries, meal sites, senior centers)to organize and provide Medicare rights and protections education through presentations, games or technology. The right candidates can assist with the development of program appropriate educational materials.

We ask that Volunteer Educators Attend VT SMP/Medicare Basic training and semi-annual refresher trainings offered during each year by VT SMP Staff and partners. We also ask that Volunteer Educators identify appropriate sites and work with Community organizations to organize educational forums.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Community of Vermont Elders (COVE)

We need volunteers who are free at these times Flexible Based On Volunteer's Schedule This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Adults (55+) Unpaid Interns Volunteers will work with the following groups Low-income / Poverty People With Developmental Disabilities Men People With Physical Disabilities Older Adults (55+) Women People Diagnosed With Mental Health Disorders This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests Advocacy & Human Rights Aging/Seniors Consumer Protection Elder Abuse We are looking for volunteers with the following skills Event Planning/Management Public Speaking

Contact Person: Anita Hoy, Volunteer Coordinator, (802) 229-4731, (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

641 Comstock Rd., Suite 4 Berlin, VT 05602 (See a map)

Directions:

From I-89 North or South: I-89 to Exit 7, at the 3rd set of lights, take a right then take the 1st right onto Granger Road. Continue to the end of Granger Road where it intersects with Comstock Road. Take a left onto Comstock Road. Take the 2nd left into our parking area. COVE’s office is in the gray part of the building. Use first red door. Once you enter the building COVE's door is on your left. From Route 2: Turn onto Route 302/Barre-Montpelier Road going southeast toward Barre. At the first set of lights, take a right turn onto VT-62 W. Merge into the left turn lane at the first set of lights which are at the top of the hill. Take this left onto the Airport Road. Take your first right onto Granger Road shortly after BankNorth. Proceed to the end of Granger Rd. (approximately .8 miles). At the stop sign, turn left onto Comstock Rd. Take the 2nd left into our parking area. COVE’s office is in the gray part of the building. Use the first red door. Once you enter the building, COVE’s door is on your left.   Nearest Bus Stop: Central Vermont Hospital, 1.5 miles minute walk

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Miscellaneous Information

The volunteer is supervised by
	Anita Hoy, Statewide Coordinator
Does the volunteer supervise others?
	No
Number of volunteers needed:
	1 - 3
Minimum number of hours required (specify per day, week, month, project)
	5 monthly minimum
The minimum age for a volunteer is
	60+
Is parking available?
	Yes
Is there a cost for parking?
	No
Does the agency reimbuse volunteers for parking?
	Yes
Does the agency provide meals for volunteers?
	No
Is this volunteer site accessible for those with physical disabilities?
	Yes
Is this opportunity appropriate for court-ordered service?
	No
What screening procedures are required?
	Application, Interview (phone or in-person), References, Background Check (VCIC, DAD, SRS, FBI)
Is this opportunity appropriate for a home-bound volunteer?
	No
Is a supervisor readily available to answer volunteers questions?
	Yes
The volunteer work takes place in this county:
	Chittenden, Franklin, and Grand Isle Counties

Last updated on March 9, 2009