Volunteer Solutions - Fairfax Area Agency on Aging
Volunteers Needed to Support Older Adults, Adults with Disabilities, and Family Caregivers
Volunteer Solutions offers meaningful opportunities to help support older adults, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers. The following services are needed:
Would you like to help a neighbor feel less lonely? Will you help someone get much-needed groceries? Flexible schedules.
Form new connections and help decrease social isolation. Many recipients of volunteer support are case managed by Department of Family Services social service specialists. To learn more explore our volunteer opportunities. If you have questions, you may contact us at VolunteerSolutions@FairfaxCounty.gov or 703-324-5406 TTY 711. We'll help you find the right volunteer role for your schedule and interests!
“Bundles of Comfort” Holiday Care Package Drive
Help spread warmth this holiday season by donating a “bundle of comfort” to older adults and adults with disabilities in our community who are facing challenges. The DFS Adult and Aging Division is collecting donated comfort packages containing a new hat, scarf and mug to clients. Interested in helping bring smiles and warmth this holiday season?
This episode of Mature Living highlights how volunteerism helps build strong communities and increases socialization. Volunteering can also improve physical health and longevity in those who volunteer. Emily Swenson, Supervisor of Volunteer Solutions with the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging, shares tips on how individuals who need assistance can seek help from volunteer services, as well as information for those who want to assist others. Learn about opportunities with Volunteer Fairfax. Two volunteers, Maria Romain, a S.A.I.L instructor, and Jeff Rogers, an IT On-Call volunteer, explain how they got involved in volunteering, and the benefit they gain from their experience. Watch Mature Living.
Caring Community Updates
Check out articles about our volunteers in action!