Needs From: VolunteerCNY.org

Libraries throughout Madison County are always in need of help with the various tasks that help make them successful. If you are 55 or older and interested in volunteering at a library, contact us at Madison County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. We have formal relationships with a couple of the libraries and can connect you with the volunteer coordinators at other libraries. 

Volunteers will be trained to lead exercise programs that help build strength and improve balance for older residents in Madison County. Must be a registered RSVP volunteer which includes background screening. 

Specific needs are in Chittenango and as back-up in Oneida. 

Willingness to drive older Madison County residents to various medical appointments using your own vehicle.

Must be a Madison County resident (or live nearby), 55 or older, agree to a background check, and willing to use mobile technology for assignments. 

Training will be provided. AARP Safe Driving Course and American Heart Assn. CPR training reimbursement for registered RSVP volunteers. 

The order taker calls registered users of the Madison County Office for the Aging's Grocery Shopping Program and enters their orders into the agency's Instacart and other online shopping services. The order taker also follows up after delivery of the groceries to make sure there were no problems. The order taker maintains communication with the Grocery Shopping Program coordinator. 

Training will be provided before order takers can serve. 

Must be a Madison County resident (or close), 55 or older, have internet-able devices, and have reliable internet connection. Must agree to a simple background screening.