Opportunities From: VolunteerME State of Maine

Partner with  a consumer to walk in the community. Walking buddies partner with people who need companionship to navigate the streets in their community.  Walking buddies  can choose the best time for them and their walking partner. Generally, buddies walk for an hour a week but this can increase over time as fitness also increases. This is in the Lincoln County Area.

Mobius, Inc, provides volunteer training and background checks at no cost to the volunteers.

We are looking for ongoing volunteers to spend time with young people in our drop-in afterschool programs located in public housing communities around Portland. Ages, interests, and abilities vary greatly between our programs so we are looking for volunteers who are interested in getting to know a lot of different youth and being a caring adult in their lives. 

We provide training for all volunteers and they are always paired with experienced staff members. Volunteers help us to distribute attention and activities to more youth in the space. A couple of hours in our program could consist of reading books with little ones, playing Uno with Middle School students, then helping a teen write an essay for school. Every day is unique and focused on the youth in the space and what their needs are that day.

We prefer volunteers who can commit to 2-3 hours per week on a given afternoon in one location so they can build relationships with and consistency for the youth in that neighborhood. If possible, we would like a two month minimum commitment, again for consistency for our youth. 

We require all volunteers to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination prior to volunteering. We also require masking and social distancing regardless of vaccination status in our program spaces. 

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 ME program is in a need of a volunteer trainer for the Living Well for Better Health class. This is an 8 week structured group intervention that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce the fear of falling and increasing activity levels with older adults.

Duties May Include:

This is an immediate need for this area. Time frames are flexible after initial training, which is completely free and provided. 

Assists with the management of equipment, supplies and materials utilized during a disaster event. May be assigned to the County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) or to a geographically separated storage/warehouse facility.

An Emergency Management Office Volunteer works part time at the County Emergency Management Agency performing various administrative tasks. 

Our primary need is for outgoing and motivated people who can assist with our Public Outreach and Education Program.

The Office Volunteers may work when it is convenient for them and however many hours they wish. We will provide workspace, access to a computer and free coffee!

The BARN frequently holds special events like dances, holiday parties, fundraisers, and community outreach activities which require extra hands for set up, break down, and help throughout the duration of the event. This is a great way to get involved with the BARN even if you cannot make a long-term or regular commitment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Be flexible and willing to fill in where needed. If you have any special skills, let the event coordinator know ahead of time. Most events will require help setting up, cleaning up, and maintaining the space during the event.

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Please feel free to e-mail us directly for more information or simply come to one of our monthly volunteer orientations! We hold Volunteer Orientation the last Saturday of every month from 3:00-5:00pm.

This is a monthly orientation held for people that are seeking a volunteer position at BARN. It is open to everybody. We have positions ranging from front desk volunteers, special event volunteers, and varying committee positions. Come to the orientation to learn more about how to get involved at BARN!

At the orientation we will:
- Discuss different volunteer positions
- Go over expectations
- Review the BARN’s Policy Manual
- Discuss different scenarios volunteers may run into
- Review training opportunities
- Fill out applications

After the orientation, we will discuss next steps for those who are interested in moving forward with a volunteer position!

Responsibilities will vary by committee and the projects it is working on. Some BARN committees include marketing, the Bangor Area Recovery Community Coalition, and the operations committee.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Regular attendance at committee meetings and tasks as assigned or agreed upon by committee members. A good fit would have effective communication skills and the abilities to collaborate and work independently.

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Please feel free to e-mail us directly for more information or simply come to one of our monthly volunteer orientations! We hold Volunteer Orientation the last Saturday of every month from 3:00-5:00pm.

This is a monthly orientation held for people that are seeking a volunteer position at BARN. It is open to everybody. We have positions ranging from front desk volunteers, special event volunteers, and varying committee positions. Come to the orientation to learn more about how to get involved at BARN!

At the orientation we will:
- Discuss different volunteer positions
- Go over expectations
- Review the BARN’s Policy Manual
- Discuss different scenarios volunteers may run into
- Review training opportunities
- Fill out applications

After the orientation, we will discuss next steps for those who are interested in moving forward with a volunteer position!

Front desk volunteers keep the BARN running smoothly by keeping it clean, responding to patrons’ needs, and upholding the mission of the BARN. Front desk volunteers also provide peer support to anyone who enters the BARN in need, whether they are a long-time patron or visiting for the first time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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Please feel free to e-mail us directly for more information or simply come to one of our monthly volunteer orientations! We hold Volunteer Orientation the last Saturday of every month from 3:00-5:00pm.

This is a monthly orientation held for people that are seeking a volunteer position at BARN. It is open to everybody. We have positions ranging from front desk volunteers, special event volunteers, and varying committee positions. Come to the orientation to learn more about how to get involved at BARN!

At the orientation we will:
- Discuss different volunteer positions
- Go over expectations
- Review the BARN’s Policy Manual
- Discuss different scenarios volunteers may run into
- Review training opportunities
- Fill out applications

After the orientation, we will discuss next steps for those who are interested in moving forward with a volunteer position!

Junior Achievement (JA) is seeking friendly and motivated volunteers (from all occupations) to teach pre-planned courses on entrepreneurship, work readiness, and financial literacy to Maine students. Volunteers lead sessions over the course of one-day or multiple weeks and work directly with the educator to schedule the lessons. Classes are taught during school hours and all materials and training is provided. 

If you're looking for an easy and rewarding way to give back, this is the program for you! Our volunteers come from all walks of life, from senior leadership to young professionals, to retired educators - everyone has work & life experience to share! If you've experienced adult life, you are qualified and have a tremendous amount to offer Maine students. There are opportunities to lead JA programs all over the state. For more info contact info@jamaine.org or visit JA Engage to see our current volunteer opportunities.  

PWH has a very active list of annual fundraising events that need a lot of volunteer support to be successful. Members of the Events Committee will provide support as needed for the individual events. See our website for this year’s events. This committee is looking for self-starters who want to help create, plan, and implement successful fundraising events. Members will meet biweekly in-person or via Zoom to create fun exciting events that will promote and propel the mission of PWH. Desired skills include: marketing, planning, sales, and an abundance of flexibility and creativity. 

For additional information or to get started with planning events with a dynamic and creative team, reach out to our Volunteer and Events Coordinator, Azalea, azalea@partnersforworldhealth.org!

Volunteers at the 312 Canco Road warehouse in Portland assist the Warehouse Manager and other volunteers with more traditional warehouse tasks. Examples of tasks: placing packed boxes on labeled shelves, unloading/loading the box truck, assisting with inventory projects, pairing crutches, bundling canes, pulling and labeling boxes in preparation for container shipments, repairing equipment, and cleaning items.. There is no minimum hours commitment for this work. 

For more information, feel free to reach out to our Volunteer and Events Coordinator, Azalea, azalea@partnersforworldhealth.org! 

Beacon Hospice needs cold noses for warm feelings!!  So many of our patients light up immediately when a dog comes to visit.  So we are recruiting handlers with certified dogs to join our team.  Dogs must be certified therapy dogs with insurance, have proof of rabies shots and be courteous citizens.  Handlers must complete 21 hours of direct patient care hospice volunteer training.  Free training will be arranged at a mutually convenient time at the South Portland office and consists of weekly 3-hour classes for 7 weeks. Classes to begin October 2021.  Pet visits will take place mostly at facilities.  For more information, please call Volunteer Coordinator Donna Teague at 207-772-0929. 

A key tool in our dementia care is the creation of a life chart for the patient who can no longer speak.  You can be instrumental in contacting family and gathering the life story of the patient suffering from Alzheimers and various dementias.  Then you can also create the collage, putting into graphic form the details of this person's life.  These posters help to preserve the identity of the person who can no longer tell you about themselves, thereby helping caregivers to know the person behind the disease and to find a bond with them.  Artistic skills are not essential so much as identifying what is most significant to the person and graphically portraying it.  Some patients are still able to connect with these images, families love them, and caregivers use them to find a way into their memories.  Training is 4 hours for doing the charts and 21 hours for contacting the families.  We will show you all you need to know.  Free volunteer training will take place at a mutually convenient time.  Please call Donna Teague at 207-772-0929 for more details.

Morrison Center is a companion for an adult (30s) male living with a parent in Sumner. The individual uses a wheel chair and is able to understand and answer yes/no questions. Interests and possible activities include fishing and video games. Someone technologically savvy is desired - the family has an adaptive video game system that has not been set up and they would love assistance with getting it up and running. The goal is to provide a peer relationship - someone for the individual to hang out with from time to time. Transportation to any fishing locations would be handled by the parent.  Morrison does require a background check for volunteers.

GaDaH has a great opportunity to access truck loads of high quality dog and cat food at heavily discounted costs.

We are looking to set up a Pet Food Bank for communities that would benefit from this potential resource.

In order to make this work we will need help in the following areas:

Logistics - the food we get has to be accounted for and monthly reports submitted back to the donor.

Admin - creating forms / data base system for people to apply for food - checking they meet the requirements

Fundraising - People who are comfortable asking people / companies / non-profits / seeing grants - for help to cover the cost of the food.

Marketing - to raise awareness of our program

Volunteer Management- reaching out and organizing volunteers 

There is no limit as to where we can offer our service, so once set up and having a committed volunteer base, we can go to anywhere there is a need.

We have a shuttle bus that can be loaded up to go to set up locations and we can have specific hours at the rescue to distribute food.

From November 10-19, WinterKids supporters from across Maine, New Hampshire and beyond will be able to bid on our silent auction and support the WinterKids mission for the 2021 – 2022 season. On November 19th, we will be returning to a LIVE in-person celebration at the Portland House of Music. Hosted by Coast 93.1 Morning Show Host Blake Hayes, License to Chill will feature ten (in honor of our 10-year anniversary) high-ticket live auction items. The event will also feature one of WinterKids' favorite bands, Vinyl Tap.

WinterKids is looking for your support in gathering items for the silent auction portion of this event. Volunteers will be responsible for contacting local businesses and asking for donations, then coordinating with WinterKids' Staff to get items to the office. Requested commitment is at least 3 hours. Volunteers will receive an overview of the event and an orientation about WinterKids. 

We are looking for a volunteer to serve food to Seniors having lunch in our dining room here at the Senior Center.  Meals are cooked and plated in the kitchen and the server would be required to bring the plated meals to the diners seated in the dinning room.  Servers would also be responsible for clearing the tables at the end of the meal and bringing the dirty plates back to the kitchen.  Serves would not be required to clean the dishes.

Are you looking to volunteer with fun-loving people to make a difference? Please consider applying to be on Hour Exchange Portland's Board of Directors. Like its members, the board is down-to-earth, creative, and energetic. 

Strategic planning, organization and program management, and/or fundraising experience is helpful but not required. Attention to detail is a plus. Board members are expected to put in 8-10 hours a month (earning time dollars, of course!), including monthly Board meetings 6-8 PM the first Thursday of each month. Interested? Contact us at hourexchangeboard@gmail.com for more information.

Hour Exchange Portland is a community network of neighbors helping neighbors. Our more than 500 members share their talents and services, record their hours, then ‘spend’ them later on services they want. Everyone’s hours are equal. This is not barter. These are friendly, neighborly favors. Together we are restoring our local community currency based on relationships and time. Hour Exchange Portland is a non-profit with a history of almost 20 years. Learn more at: hourexchangeportland.org.

We are an adult day, social program for seniors experiencing a cognitive impairment. Come socialize, sing, craft and engage in other activities to stimulate and provide a sense of belonging to our “club” members while providing caregivers a break.

3 ½ hour sessions, 1 day a week, Monday thru Friday. Training is provided.

Easy access in Bath, plenty of parking – give of yourself and make someone’s day special!

Please call for more details at 207-729-7581, Nancy Herk, Executive Director. Background Checks are required. 

Bath-Brunswick Respite Care is a 501(c) 3 non profit

The AOEC is a member of Best Buddies Maine. Best Buddies works to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

We are actively seeking buddies for this program! We are particularly in need of young adults who want to pair with peers with IDD. 

We are currently seeking mentors for the 2021-2022 academic year. In the School Program, Bigs meet with their Littles typically for 45-60 minutes the same day and time once per week at a local elementary or middle school. School-Based Mentors are volunteers from area businesses, high school and college students, and community members. This is a minimum of one school-year commitment, and there is no contact with the child outside of the school. During their time together, school-based matches engage in a number of activities that include academic support, playing board or card games, creating a craft or art project, reading a book together, taking part in a group activity or simply talking and listening. Children who participate in the program have been identified by guidance counselors, teachers and parents as in need of extra one-on-one attention due to reasons such as poor academic performance, classroom behavior and low self esteem. The consistent presence of a caring older friend and positive role model can have a significant impact on a child! 

We have been hard at work planning safe arrangements that will allow us to have a full season (5/31-10/31) of historic house tours, programming, and operations. Volunteers are key to that success and we’re keen to continue growing our volunteer team. This season we are continuing our restoration project in the historic garden at the back of the Skolfield-Whittier House. We will be clearing the winter's detritus, building a fence, installing new plant beds, and caring for existing plantings. If you are a person who likes to be outside and get your hands dirty, please contact us to be part of our volunteer team! If you would like to register your interest in being a volunteer, please complete an online Volunteer Application. For more information, please call 207.729.6606 or visit www.pejepscothistorical.org.

We have been hard at work planning safe arrangements that will allow us to have a full season (5/31-10/31) of historic house tours, programming, and operations. Volunteers are key to that success and we’re keen to continue growing our volunteer team. We have a number of projects that we are working on behind the scenes in an effort to make our archives more accessible to researchers. Many of these projects involve digitizing and organizing documents. This work requires a detail-oriented mind and proficiency and willingness to work on computers. You will work under the supervision of PHC staff and no specialist or museum experience is necessary (although we always welcome it!). If you are interested in collections or archives this is an excellent opportunity for a bit of experience. If you would like to register your interest in being a volunteer, please complete an online Volunteer Application. For more information, please call 207.729.6606 or visit www.pejepscothistorical.org.

The Penquis Foster Grandparent Program is for volunteers, aged 55 and over, who volunteer a minimum of 15 hours a week with children at sites such as schools and Head Start centers. Benefits include a stipend, paid holidays, earned time, and assistance with transportation. Volunteers who serve with in the Foster Grandparent program provide the kind of comfort and love that sets a child on a path to a successful future. Foster Grandparents report better health and longevity having served their community.

The Penquis Foster Grandparent Program is for volunteers, aged 55 and over, who volunteer a minimum of 15 hours with children at sites such as schools and Pre- School enviroments. The Foster Grandparent Program provides opportunities for seniors to get involved in their community by sharing their time with children who benefit from additional nurturing support. Benefits include a stipend, paid holidays, earned time, and assistance with transportation.

Roberts Farm Campus Planning Committee

Role Description

Mission:
The Roberts Farm Planning Committee champions the Western Foothills Land Trust’s efforts to realize the vision for the Roberts Farm campus as a home for the Trust and community partners to nurture nature-based and agricultural education, outdoor recreation, and ecosystem conservation in western Maine.

Benefits:
Realizing this vision will establish the Roberts Farm campus and surrounding Preserve as:

Role:
Members of the Advisory Committee will share with Western Foothills Land Trust their professional expertise; their diverse knowledge of constituent perspectives; their connections to local, national or international resources, colleagues or peers; their philanthropic support or other forms of needed assistance. The Advisory Committee has no governing function within the organization.

Expectations:

Penquis Transportation Services is always in search of volunteer drivers to help meet the needs of our community.  Whether you dedicate 10 hours a week, or 40, every bit helps.  To apply, please contact Jess Butler at jbutler@penquis.org or 207-974-2404.

This position is for anyone that can swing a hammer, use a screwdriver and wants to help people stay in their homes safely, healthy and warm. We need volunteers to help us do home repairs for those in the community who will not be otherwise able to afford or perform the repairs - anything from building ramps or decks, repairing walls, floors and roofs, painting and sometimes just cleaning. 

Help Fight Food Insecurity

We currently are seeking volunteers to help fight food insecurity throughout Penobscot, Piscataquis, Hancock, and Washington counties. Local volunteer support is needed at community food pantries to assure access to nutritious food for families in need. Volunteers will help stock shelves, pack/unpack food boxes, and greet food pantry guests.

Time requirement is generally once a week when the food pantry is open and the number of hours worked would be determined by the volunteer and pantry.

Volunteers are also needed for the Commodity Food Supplemental Program to pack and deliver boxes once a month.

What does mentoring look like? That’s up to you and the family. In less complicated times, we like our mentors to take a more hands-on approach to help mentees integrate into the community- such as including them in family outings & introducing them to the area. Currently, mentoring can be done while social distancing and some support can be provided remotely. Checking in regularly, sending along translated info regarding COVID-19, helping mentees locate resources- these are all things that can be done while maintaining safe distance. We still ask that anyone applying to mentor through WTS live local to the Portland area, so that you can begin an in-person relationship with your mentees once you feel safe doing so. 

Agency: United Way of the Tri-Valley Area Internship

Location: Farmington, Maine

Period of Engagement: Ongoing – available each term: spring, summer and fall

Compensation: None

Description of the Internship: The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area (UWTVA) is seeking an intern to help research and write grants that provide critical funding to community programs like food pantries and domestic violence prevention programs. The intern will also seek grant support for United Way initiatives such as Leadership and Growth Through Service Summer Experience and Packs for Progress.

. Based on a 150-450-hour commitment (depending on the institution and requirements). The internship and its responsibilities and associated hours may be modified to meet internship requirements of fewer hours (to a minimum of 135).

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Application Process: Submit a resume and letter of interest to Executive Director: director@uwtva.org.  If through UMF, application is made through UMF’s Partnership for Civic Advancement. Complete and submit the Internship Application Form online.  

SEARCH (Seek Elderly Alone, Renew Courage & Hope) Visitation Volunteers are matched with an elderly person to visit with for a few hours each week and provide support, companionship, and help with daily tasks.Key Responsibilities:Visit an elderly person 2-4+ hours per week and provide services as agreed uponNotify the SEARCH program of any changes or concerns regarding the person's circumstancesSend in a monthly service reportMaintain regular communication with SEARCH staffUnderstand and adhere to the principle of confidentialityHandle all financial transactions in an honest, responsible manner and report them accurately to the person served and to the programThe SEARCH Visitation Volunteer supports the mission of the SEARCH program to enable the frail, vulnerable elderly to remain independent and increasingly connected to a caring community.To learn more and fill out a volunteer application, please click here!

Healthy Communities of the Capital Area is working to rebuild a gleaning network in southern Kennebec county, and we need volunteers to help! Gleaning involves rescuing unsold or unharvested crops from farms and farmers' markets and redistributing them to those in need. It's a collaborative process that helps reduce food waste and support access to healthy food. As a volunteer, you will get the chance to connect with farmers and growers, support sustainable food systems, and reduce hunger within your community.  

We are looking for individuals who would be able to assist in harvesting and clearing out unsold produce during the upcoming growing season. We also need volunteers to transport it to the Augusta Food Bank for distribution. Shifts would last about 2 hours, but timing is flexible. If you have other skills to offer in social media, outreach, photography, or any other ideas for how you'd like to be involved, we'd love to hear about them!

Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapitalAreaGleaners

Are you a good listener?  Want to support others?

Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Services (SAPARS) is looking for volunteer advocates to respond to its 24-hour helpline and make a difference in the lives of people affected by sexual violence.

Volunteer advocates receive extensive training and support to prepare them to effectively respond to callers.

Volunteer advocates are notified of calls through their cell phones from the answering service, allowing them to be on call from their homes or another location where they have a private space to talk.

Volunteer advocates must be over the age of 18, empathetic and dependable, with access to reliable transportation.  All potential volunteers must complete the training and a screening process which includes criminal and DHHS background checks.  No prior experience is necessary.

Call Kayce at 784-5272, or visit www.sapars.org to learn more!

Are you a good listener?  Want to support others?

Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Services (SAPARS) is looking for volunteer advocates to respond to its 24-hour helpline and make a difference in the lives of people affected by sexual violence.

Volunteer advocates receive extensive training and support to prepare them to effectively respond to callers.

Volunteer advocates are notified of calls through their cell phones from the answering service, allowing them to be on call from their homes or another location where they have a private space to talk.

Volunteer advocates must be over the age of 18, empathetic and dependable, with access to reliable transportation.  All potential volunteers must complete the training and a screening process which includes criminal and DHHS background checks.  No prior experience is necessary.

Call Kayce at 784-5272, or visit www.sapars.org to learn more!

Welcoming the Stranger is actively looking for a volunteer willing to enter into a mentoring “friendship” with Maxime.  He lives in South Portland and is from Rwanda. He speaks Kinyarwanda and some English. (Jul 20, 2020)

Description: What does mentoring look like? That’s up to you and the family. Generally, mentors will take a hands-on approach to help mentees integrate into the community- such as including them in family outings & introducing them to the area. However, with so many folks currently practicing social distancing, mentoring can look a little different. Checking in regularly by phone or email, sending along info about local resources & advocating for your mentees when needed - these are all things that can be done while maintaining distance, if you choose to do so. 

Through Welcoming the Stranger, mentors have access to a large network of individuals and groups already engaged with the immigrant community who can offer support and guidance if specific needs - housing, schooling, medical care, etc.- arise. As a mentor, your primary task is simply to be there for newly arrived folks who would otherwise feel alone in a strange world. You don’t have to be an expert, just a friend.

Interested in making a difference? We have a list of families waiting for mentors!

Go to https://wtsmaine.com/mentors/#

Maine based volunteers only

Are you looking for ways to take direct action to support immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in the Portland community? Do you want to help students achieve their learning goals safely and remotely? Apply to become a VIRTUAL English language tutor at LearningWorks today!

Tutors are paired with adult English language learners and spend 1.5 to 2 hours per week over the course of 6+ months working towards the student’s personal English goals.

Currently, lessons can be conducted over FaceTime, WhatsApp, Zoom, Skype, or any convenient virtual learning platform but, we hope that when it is safe to do so these lessons can resume taking place in person at public meeting locations such as libraries, community centers, and at our 181 Brackett Street office. 

Prior experience as an educator is helpful, but not necessary, as extensive training and ongoing support are provided. The ideal candidate is fluent in English, independent, reliable, creative, and can practice cultural humility. We have a thorough and selective volunteer intake process-- get started today!

Make a difference in an adult English learner’s life, and help to make Portland a more welcoming place. Contact the program at ELLP@learningworks.me for more information or to apply.

We are looking for a Volunteer interested in sorting fresh Produce in the morning. Must be able to stand for up to 2.5 Hours. 

Preble Street's Teen Center, located at 343 Cumberland Avenue, is a drop-in day shelter for people in need under the age of 21. Inside, the Teen Center Soup Kitchen serves warm, nutritious meals 3 time a day, 7 days a week, for up to 35 youth. Volunteers help to prep, serve, and clean up from each meal. You'll help Portland youth get back on their feet when you volunteer with us here!

Volunteers help with Breakfast (7-10am), Lunch (10:30-1:30), and Dinner (5-7:30).

Requirements:

To sign up to volunteer, click the link here and fill out the online application by selecting "Create New Account." Please indicate on application that you are interested in volunteering at the Teen Center, and once your account is approved, the Volunteer Manager will reach out with the next steps to become a Teen Center volunteer.

Florence House is Preble Street's emergency women's shelter and long term housing facility for women in Portland. Florence House's soup kitchen serve between 40 and 60 women 3 meals a day, 7 days a week. Volunteers help prepare, serve, and clean up for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Requirements:

Preble Street has a totally online system for signing up to volunteer. It's super easy and convenient, and only takes a few minutes to sign up! 

To register as a volunteer, click the link here and fill out the online application by selecting "Create New Account." You'll receive an email once you application is approved. The Volunteer Manager will reach out directly to complete the process for Florence House volunteers.

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 ME is in need of a volunteer trainer for our Tai Chi for Health and Balance classes. Tai Chi for Health and balance is an effective exercise to improve health and well-being. The program is proven to be effective in preventing falls and reliving pain for those with arthritis. Free training is provide, time frames are flexible after initial training. Classes typically last 3 hours, once a week, for 6 weeks. 

Duties May Include:

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 ME is in need of a volunteer trainer for our Tai Chi for Health and Balance classes. Tai Chi for Health and balance is an effective exercise to improve health and well-being. The program is proven to be effective in preventing falls and reliving pain for those with arthritis. Free training is provide, time frames are flexible after initial training. Classes typically last 3 hours, once a week, for 6 weeks. 

Duties May Include:

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 ME is in need of a volunteer trainer for our Tai Chi for Health and Balance classes. Tai Chi for Health and balance is an effective exercise to improve health and well-being. The program is proven to be effective in preventing falls and reliving pain for those with arthritis. Free training is provide, time frames are flexible after initial training. Classes typically last 3 hours, once a week, for 6 weeks. 

Duties May Include:

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 ME is in need of a volunteer trainer for our Tai Chi for Health and Balance classes. Tai Chi for Health and balance is an effective exercise to improve health and well-being. The program is proven to be effective in preventing falls and reliving pain for those with arthritis. Free training is provide, time frames are flexible after initial training. Classes typically last 3 hours, once a week, for 6 weeks. 

Duties May Include:

St. Elizabeth's Child Development Center is looking for a handyperson to help a few hours a month with light painting, and general upkeep of the Center.  This opportunity is ideal for someone who likes to "fix things", and  enjoys being in a learning environment.

We prefer a commitment of 2 - 4 hours a month - from May to November - but are flexible with dates.

Thank you for helping out our kids and families - and making the center a beautiful place for them to be, and to learn. 

Healthy Living 4 Me is in need of volunteer Facilitators in the Brunswick area. The volunteer would assist in various excise classes for older adults. Classes such as, Living Well with Chronic Pain, Living Well with Diabetics, Living Well for Better Health, Matter of Balance, and Tai Chi for Health & Balance. 

The classes last about 3 hours which includes set up and clean up portion of classes. Sessions of the classes run in 6 week increments, the time and days will vary depending on availability after training. Free training is provided, duration of training will depend on the class being trained for. 

This is an immediate need for this area, volunteers passionate about promoting wellness in with older adults are encouraged to inquire!

Facilitators are also needed in MidCoast Regional Center & Waldo Community Center.

We are always seeking dedicated, compassionate volunteers for visiting, assisting with a wellness activity, one-on-one companionship, reading, playing games, calling Bingo, playing music, bringing in pets for pet therapy or just engaging as part of our Pinewood Terrace community. 

Currently, visiting facilities is on hold due to restrictions from the COVID-19 Pandemic. However, we are still taking applications for patient volunteers and hope to plan an upcoming training class soon!

Compassus is looking for compassionate people to join our volunteer team! As a volunteer, you would visit hospice patients in assisted living communities and long-term care facilities. As a volunteer, you would spend your time visiting a patient, reading to them, listening to music or just holding a hand. The heart of hospice volunteering is simply spending precious moments together with your patient; time both you and your patient will find rewarding, uplifting, and inspiring. Make a positive difference in our world -- become a hospice volunteer! Volunteer time and placement is planned for your convenience. Please contact our office for more information! 207-761-6967

Millions of Americans are impacted by Alzheimer’s disease, and you can do something to help by becoming an Alzheimer’s Association volunteer. Our ability to reach and support those affected depends on people like you who are dedicated to the fight against this disease. As an Association volunteer, you can use your unique talents to make a meaningful impact in your community while connecting with others who share your passion. Find the role that’s the best fit for you!

Community Educators

Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who help Alzheimer's Association raise awareness, provide education and expand the reach of educational offerings in the community. These volunteers deliver presentations using prepared training materials on topics related to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

Support Group Facilitators (Caregiver or Early Stage)

Support Group Facilitators create a safe, open environment where people share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia.

Community Representatives

Community Representatives connect with local groups such as business and civic organizations, neighborhoods, rural counties, or faith communities to raise awareness and share information about Alzheimer’s disease, free resources offered through the Alzheimer’s Association, and the many ways to join our cause at local community and education events.

Early-Stage Social Engagement Leaders

Early Stage Social Engagement Leaders plan, implement and assure positive experience during social engagement events/activities for people living with memory loss.

Advocacy State Champions

Join our Advocacy Team and share your unique perspective as a caregiver, person living with dementia, researcher, young person, etc. Advocacy volunteers cultivate multifaceted, year-round relationships with targeted state officials, raise awareness through local media, spark social media conversations, and coordinate events.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s Planning Committee

Committees are comprised of business and community leaders that use their organizational and networking skills to grow the movement to end Alzheimer’s disease. Each committee, led by an event chair and co-chair, include subcommittees that focus on team recruitment, sponsorship, team retention, marketing, advocacy, mission, and logistics.

The Longest Day Planning Committee

The Longest Day Committee members help recruit participants, provide coaching on fundraising and event planning, and spread the word about this exciting event that brings thousands of participants across the world to fight the darkness of Alzheimer's through an activity of their choice.

If you’re interested in volunteering with the Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter or would like more information, please contact Alison Russell at alirussell@alz.org or 207.772.0115

Millions of Americans are impacted by Alzheimer’s disease, and you can do something to help by becoming an Alzheimer’s Association volunteer. Our ability to reach and support those affected depends on people like you who are dedicated to the fight against this disease. As an Association volunteer, you can use your unique talents to make a meaningful impact in your community while connecting with others who share your passion. Find the role that’s the best fit for you!

Community Educators

Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who help Alzheimer's Association raise awareness, provide education and expand the reach of educational offerings in the community. These volunteers deliver presentations using prepared training materials on topics related to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

Support Group Facilitators (Caregiver or Early Stage)

Support Group Facilitators create a safe, open environment where people share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia.

Community Representatives

Community Representatives connect with local groups such as business and civic organizations, neighborhoods, rural counties, or faith communities to raise awareness and share information about Alzheimer’s disease, free resources offered through the Alzheimer’s Association, and the many ways to join our cause at local community and education events.

Early-Stage Social Engagement Leaders

Early Stage Social Engagement Leaders plan, implement and assure positive experience during social engagement events/activities for people living with memory loss.

Advocacy State Champions

Join our Advocacy Team and share your unique perspective as a caregiver, person living with dementia, researcher, young person, etc. Advocacy volunteers cultivate multifaceted, year-round relationships with targeted state officials, raise awareness through local media, spark social media conversations, and coordinate events.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s Planning Committee

Committees are comprised of business and community leaders that use their organizational and networking skills to grow the movement to end Alzheimer’s disease. Each committee, led by an event chair and co-chair, include subcommittees that focus on team recruitment, sponsorship, team retention, marketing, advocacy, mission, and logistics.

The Longest Day Planning Committee

The Longest Day Committee members help recruit participants, provide coaching on fundraising and event planning, and spread the word about this exciting event that brings thousands of participants across the world to fight the darkness of Alzheimer's through an activity of their choice.

If you’re interested in volunteering with the Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter or would like more information, please contact Alison Russell at alirussell@alz.org or 207.772.0115

Millions of Americans are impacted by Alzheimer’s disease, and you can do something to help by becoming an Alzheimer’s Association volunteer. Our ability to reach and support those affected depends on people like you who are dedicated to the fight against this disease. As an Association volunteer, you can use your unique talents to make a meaningful impact in your community while connecting with others who share your passion. Find the role that’s the best fit for you!

Community Educators

Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who help Alzheimer's Association raise awareness, provide education and expand the reach of educational offerings in the community. These volunteers deliver presentations using prepared training materials on topics related to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

Support Group Facilitators (Caregiver or Early Stage)

Support Group Facilitators create a safe, open environment where people share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia.

Community Representatives

Community Representatives connect with local groups such as business and civic organizations, neighborhoods, rural counties, or faith communities to raise awareness and share information about Alzheimer’s disease, free resources offered through the Alzheimer’s Association, and the many ways to join our cause at local community and education events.

Early-Stage Social Engagement Leaders

Early Stage Social Engagement Leaders plan, implement and assure positive experience during social engagement events/activities for people living with memory loss.

Advocacy State Champions

Join our Advocacy Team and share your unique perspective as a caregiver, person living with dementia, researcher, young person, etc. Advocacy volunteers cultivate multifaceted, year-round relationships with targeted state officials, raise awareness through local media, spark social media conversations, and coordinate events.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s Planning Committee

Committees are comprised of business and community leaders that use their organizational and networking skills to grow the movement to end Alzheimer’s disease. Each committee, led by an event chair and co-chair, include subcommittees that focus on team recruitment, sponsorship, team retention, marketing, advocacy, mission, and logistics.

The Longest Day Planning Committee

The Longest Day Committee members help recruit participants, provide coaching on fundraising and event planning, and spread the word about this exciting event that brings thousands of participants across the world to fight the darkness of Alzheimer's through an activity of their choice.

If you’re interested in volunteering with the Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter or would like more information, please contact Alison Russell at alirussell@alz.org or 207.772.0115

Millions of Americans are impacted by Alzheimer’s disease, and you can do something to help by becoming an Alzheimer’s Association volunteer. Our ability to reach and support those affected depends on people like you who are dedicated to the fight against this disease. As an Association volunteer, you can use your unique talents to make a meaningful impact in your community while connecting with others who share your passion. Find the role that’s the best fit for you!

Community Educators

Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who help Alzheimer's Association raise awareness, provide education and expand the reach of educational offerings in the community. These volunteers deliver presentations using prepared training materials on topics related to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

Support Group Facilitators (Caregiver or Early Stage)

Support Group Facilitators create a safe, open environment where people share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia.

Community Representatives

Community Representatives connect with local groups such as business and civic organizations, neighborhoods, rural counties, or faith communities to raise awareness and share information about Alzheimer’s disease, free resources offered through the Alzheimer’s Association, and the many ways to join our cause at local community and education events.

Early-Stage Social Engagement Leaders

Early Stage Social Engagement Leaders plan, implement and assure positive experience during social engagement events/activities for people living with memory loss.

Advocacy State Champions

Join our Advocacy Team and share your unique perspective as a caregiver, person living with dementia, researcher, young person, etc. Advocacy volunteers cultivate multifaceted, year-round relationships with targeted state officials, raise awareness through local media, spark social media conversations, and coordinate events.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s Planning Committee

Committees are comprised of business and community leaders that use their organizational and networking skills to grow the movement to end Alzheimer’s disease. Each committee, led by an event chair and co-chair, include subcommittees that focus on team recruitment, sponsorship, team retention, marketing, advocacy, mission, and logistics.

The Longest Day Planning Committee

The Longest Day Committee members help recruit participants, provide coaching on fundraising and event planning, and spread the word about this exciting event that brings thousands of participants across the world to fight the darkness of Alzheimer's through an activity of their choice.

If you’re interested in volunteering with the Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter or would like more information, please contact Alison Russell at alirussell@alz.org or 207.772.0115

Millions of Americans are impacted by Alzheimer’s disease, and you can do something to help by becoming an Alzheimer’s Association volunteer. Our ability to reach and support those affected depends on people like you who are dedicated to the fight against this disease. As an Association volunteer, you can use your unique talents to make a meaningful impact in your community while connecting with others who share your passion. Find the role that’s the best fit for you!

Community Educators

Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who help Alzheimer's Association raise awareness, provide education and expand the reach of educational offerings in the community. These volunteers deliver presentations using prepared training materials on topics related to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

Support Group Facilitators (Caregiver or Early Stage)

Support Group Facilitators create a safe, open environment where people share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia.

Community Representatives

Community Representatives connect with local groups such as business and civic organizations, neighborhoods, rural counties, or faith communities to raise awareness and share information about Alzheimer’s disease, free resources offered through the Alzheimer’s Association, and the many ways to join our cause at local community and education events.

Early-Stage Social Engagement Leaders

Early Stage Social Engagement Leaders plan, implement and assure positive experience during social engagement events/activities for people living with memory loss.

Advocacy State Champions

Join our Advocacy Team and share your unique perspective as a caregiver, person living with dementia, researcher, young person, etc. Advocacy volunteers cultivate multifaceted, year-round relationships with targeted state officials, raise awareness through local media, spark social media conversations, and coordinate events.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s Planning Committee

Committees are comprised of business and community leaders that use their organizational and networking skills to grow the movement to end Alzheimer’s disease. Each committee, led by an event chair and co-chair, include subcommittees that focus on team recruitment, sponsorship, team retention, marketing, advocacy, mission, and logistics.

The Longest Day Planning Committee

The Longest Day Committee members help recruit participants, provide coaching on fundraising and event planning, and spread the word about this exciting event that brings thousands of participants across the world to fight the darkness of Alzheimer's through an activity of their choice.

If you’re interested in volunteering with the Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter or would like more information, please contact Alison Russell at alirussell@alz.org or 207.772.0115

Throughout the year, most often from December - April, the American Lung Association is in need of a few dedicated office volunteers to come in on occasion and help with some of our projects in preparation for the Trek Across Maine in June. Projects are generally held in the office setting, usually require sitting for a majority of the time, and require acute attention to detail. Our office volunteers help inventory and organize supplies for the Trek, assemble mailings, and assemble packets which are custom prepared for each of our event participants. 

If you would like to be notified specifically by email when we have need for volunteers, please register here and we will reach out to you to confirm your information. As we have projects ready, we will contact you to see if you are available to come in. 

We appreciate our volunteers and respect that this time and work is donated. Thank you in advance for helping us put on the most successful fundraiser for the American Lung Association in the country!

Maine Conservation Corps (MCC) is seeking a videographer and video editor(s) who can create a few short film projects to help us in our marketing and recruitment endeavors.

MCC is an AmeriCorps program providing opportunities for people to get outdoors and be part of the greater good. Our mission is to accomplish conservation initiatives that inspire people and enhance communities, and that’s what we’ve been doing since our establishment in 1983.

Every year we place almost 100 individuals throughout the entire state of Maine to conserve and protect our natural resources. They participate in trail maintenance and erosion control, water quality and wildlife monitoring, invasive plant removal, outdoor education and outreach, and so much more.

On top of this, we provide people with an opportunity to learn valuable life skills, gain confidence, and become lifelong advocates of the environment.

We need your help to spread the word about the awesome things we are getting done!

Responsibilities

Qualifications

If you're interested in this, or other opportunities with us, please fill out our quick interest form!

Charting, phone calls, stock exam rooms, filing, perscription assistant help, data entry

Charting, phone calls, stock exam, filing, perscription assistant help

Healthy Living for ME is in need of volunteer Facilitators in the Brunswick area. The volunteer would assist in various excise classes for older adults. Classes such as, Living Well with Chronic Pain, Living Well with Diabetics, Living Well for Better Health, Matter of Balance, and Tai Chi for Health & Balance. 

The classes last about 3 hours which includes set up and clean up portion of classes. Sessions of the classes run in 6 week increments, the time and days will vary depending on availability after training. Free training is provided, duration of training will depend on the class being trained for. 

This is an immediate need for this area, volunteers passionate about promoting wellness in with older adults are encouraged to inquire!

Facilitators are also needed in Somerset & Waldo counties.

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 Me is in need of volunteer trainer for our Living Well with Diabetes class. Living Well with Chronic Pain is the Chronic Pain Self-Management Program, originally developed by Stanford University. This 6 week workshop helps people who are experiencing a wide range of chronic pain conditions. This Workshop helps people with diabetes to better manage their symptoms and their daily lives. Free training is provided. Time frames are flexible after initial training. Location may vary depending on space available and location of volunteer. 

Duties May Include:

The classes will take place in this area. Classes are typically about 3 hours, once a week for 6 weeks at a time. Minimum of 1 session of classes a year.

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 Me is in need of volunteer trainer for our Living Well with Diabetes class. Living Well with Chronic Pain is the Chronic Pain Self-Management Program, originally developed by Stanford University. This 6 week workshop helps people who are experiencing a wide range of chronic pain conditions. This Workshop helps people with diabetes to better manage their symptoms and their daily lives. Free training is provided. Time frames are flexible after initial training. Location may vary depending on space available and location of volunteer. 

Duties May Include:

The classes will take place in Brunswick area. Classes are typically about 3 hours, once a week for 6 weeks at a time. Minimum of 1 session of classes a year.

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 Me is in need of volunteer trainer for our Living Well with Diabetes class. Living Well with Chronic Pain is the Chronic Pain Self-Management Program, originally developed by Stanford University. This 6 week workshop helps people who are experiencing a wide range of chronic pain conditions. This Workshop helps people with diabetes to better manage their symptoms and their daily lives. Free training is provided. Time frames are flexible after initial training. Location may vary depending on space available and location of volunteer. 

Duties May Include:

The classes will take place in the Brunswick area. Classes are typically about 3 hours, once a week for 6 weeks at a time. Minimum of 1 session of classes a year.

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 Me is in need of volunteer trainer for our Living Well with Diabetes class. Living Well with Chronic Pain is the Chronic Pain Self-Management Program, originally developed by Stanford University. This 6 week workshop helps people who are experiencing a wide range of chronic pain conditions. This Workshop helps people with diabetes to better manage their symptoms and their daily lives. Free training is provided. Time frames are flexible after initial training. Location may vary depending on space available and location of volunteer. 

Duties May Include:

The classes will take place in the Harpswell area. Classes are typically about 3 hours, once a week for 6 weeks at a time. Minimum of 1 session of classes a year.

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 Me is in need of volunteer trainer for our Living Well with Diabetes class. Living Well with Diabetes is the Diabetes Self-Management Program, originally developed by Stanford University. This Workshop helps people with diabetes to better manage their symptoms and their daily lives. Free training is provided. Time frames are flexible after initial training. Location may vary depending on space available and location of volunteer. 

Duties May Include:

Classes are typically about 3 hours, once a week for 6 weeks at a time. Minimum of 1 session of classes a year.

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 Me is in need of volunteer trainer for our Living Well with Diabetes class. Living Well with Diabetes is the Diabetes Self-Management Program, originally developed by Stanford University. This Workshop helps people with diabetes to better manage their symptoms and their daily lives. Free training is provided. Time frames are flexible after initial training. Location may vary depending on space available and location of volunteer. 

Duties May Include:

Classes are typically about 3 hours, once a week for 6 weeks at a time. Minimum of 1 session of classes a year.

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 ME program is in a need of a volunteer trainer for the Living Well for Better Health class. This is an 8 week structured group intervention that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce the fear of falling and increasing activity levels with older adults.

Duties May Include:

This is an immediate need for this area. Time frames are flexible after initial training, which is completely free and provided. 

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living for ME program is in a need of a volunteer trainer for the Living Well for Better Health class. This is an 8 week structured group intervention that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce the fear of falling and increasing activity levels with older adults.

Duties May Include:

This is an immediate need for this area. Time frames are flexible after initial training, which is completely free and provided. 

32 Hours of Training, after completion the classes are 3 hours each week for 6 weeks, one session a year minimum.  Sessions typically take place on weekday mornings and afternoons. 

This opportunity was established by Ryan Goding and is an opportunity to help our most vulnerable community members as part of the COVID 19 Community Response Team. He is organizing a team of local churches and volunteers to assist the elderly and immune compromised with grocery shopping and delivery.

If you or someone you know requires assistance in the Farmington area, please call 207.739.9102. If your call is not answered, leave a message with your name and contact information. If you live in the Farmington area, and would like to volunteer, please check out the COVID 19 COMMUNITY RESPONSE TEAM page on Facebook and request to join. Feel free to SHARE this opportunity. Thank you!

Do you have some time and feel the urge to help do what you can as we deal with the COVID-19 pandemic?  We might have the perfect volunteer opportunity for you! It allows for continued social distancing and provides a MUCH NEEDED resource in our community! We are going to coordinate hand-made masks for use in our community. Check out this video or printed instructions linked from Dartmouth-Hitchcock for guidelines.

If you are symptom-free, have the material, the skills and the time, we'd LOVE to have you make some! There will be a drop box outside our office and for any questions, please email director@uwtva.org or call the office at 778-5048.

Thank you all so much for your help with this effort that will really help folks in our community.

Check out this link for video and printed instructions:

https://www.dartmouth-hitchcock.org/patient-education/sewing-masks.html?fbclid=IwAR3TbIWUSCHpEEYli7U2uq2DKT-w28_S4Y6hN4xkRYp_yoYmMS4q0ezKZdU

Though Civil Air Patrol is known for its flying missions, CAP adults members, known as Senior Members, do so much more than just fly. In fact less than a fifth of all CAP members are pilots or aircrew members. CAP adult members come from all walks of life. Some are doctors, nurses, paramedics, or other medical professionals. Others are lawyers, paralegals, accountants, computer programmers, and other business professionals and executives. Really just about any career or background can be useful to and found in the ranks of the CAP adult membership. CAP supports a variety of missions that require adults from all walks of life.

In emergency services and operations CAP not only need aircrew members, but also ground team members to aid in the rescue of survivors or to assess damage after a disaster. CAP needs communications personnel to relay critical messages when there is limited or no telephone support.  Administrative staff, financial managers, logistics and supply personnel are needed to document missions and get personnel critical supplies and equipment in the field that they need to conduct missions.

CAP also needs adults to support the cadet program. CAP has over 23,000 cadets across the country that need mentors willing to help guide and support them. The cadet program provides young adults between the ages of 12 and 21 a well-rounded program of leadership, aerospace education, physical fitness, and moral and ethical decision making. In today’s world, we need good people who are willing to step up and help provide a healthy, drug-free environment to develop tomorrow’s leaders. Many former cadets have gone into the military, government jobs, or private sector employment where they can and do make a difference, and really excel. There are many military general officers that were once CAP cadets.  Senators and congressman, CEOs and others credit their success to CAP and the adult members who mentored them.

CAP needs adults for its aerospace education program. In addition to educating our own members, CAP’s adult leaders provide training and resources to teachers who reach out to students of all ages across the country.  Aviation and aerospace impacts the lives of Americans every day, and CAP works to ensure that citizens know how valuable aviation and aerospace is in our world.          

The cashier position is a very important part of museum operations.  In addition to being the first point of contact for our visitors, the cashier also handles gift and ticket sales, cash register procedures, monitoring of visitors, money, answering visitor questions, and help with many different types of office projects including answering the telephone when needed.

Volunteers are scheduled for a four hour schedule (9:00am to 1:00pm or 1:00pm to 5:00pm weekdays only).  No weekends involved.   

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 ME program is in a need of a volunteer trainer for the Living Well for Better Health class. This is an 8 week structured group intervention that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce the fear of falling and increasing activity levels with older adults.

Duties May Include:

This is an immediate need for this area. Time frames are flexible after initial training, which is completely free and provided. 

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 Me is in need of volunteer trainer for our Living Well with Diabetes class. Living Well with Chronic Pain is the Chronic Pain Self-Management Program, originally developed by Stanford University. This 6 week workshop helps people who are experiencing a wide range of chronic pain conditions. This Workshop helps people with diabetes to better manage their symptoms and their daily lives. Free training is provided. Time frames are flexible after initial training. Location may vary depending on space available and location of volunteer. 

Duties May Include:

The classes will take place in this area. Classes are typically about 3 hours, once a week for 6 weeks at a time. Minimum of 1 session of classes a year.

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 ME program is in a need of a volunteer trainer for the Living Well for Better Health class. This is an 8 week structured group intervention that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce the fear of falling and increasing activity levels with older adults.

Duties May Include:

This is an immediate need for this area. Time frames are flexible after initial training, which is completely free and provided. 

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 Me is in need of volunteer trainer for our Living Well with Diabetes class. Living Well with Diabetes is the Diabetes Self-Management Program, originally developed by Stanford University. This Workshop helps people with diabetes to better manage their symptoms and their daily lives. Free training is provided. Time frames are flexible after initial training. 

Duties May Include:

The classes will take place in Somerset county area. Classes are typically about 3 hours, once a week for 6 weeks at a time. Minimum of 1 session of classes a year.

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 Me is in need of volunteer trainer for our Living Well with Diabetes class. Living Well with Chronic Pain is the Chronic Pain Self-Management Program, originally developed by Stanford University. This 6 week workshop helps people who are experiencing a wide range of chronic pain conditions. This Workshop helps people with diabetes to better manage their symptoms and their daily lives. Free training is provided. Time frames are flexible after initial training. Location may vary depending on space available and location of volunteer. 

Duties May Include:

The classes will take place in Kennebec county area. Classes are typically about 3 hours, once a week for 6 weeks at a time. Minimum of 1 session of classes a year.

Spectrum Generations Healthy Living 4 Me is in need of volunteer trainer for our Living Well with Diabetes class. Living Well with Diabetes is the Diabetes Self-Management Program, originally developed by Stanford University. This Workshop helps people with diabetes to better manage their symptoms and their daily lives. Free training is provided. Time frames are flexible after initial training. Location may vary depending on space available and location of volunteer. 

Duties May Include:

The classes will take place in Kennebec county area. Classes are typically about 3 hours, once a week for 6 weeks at a time. Minimum of 1 session of classes a year.

BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE!

Through These Doors offers a number of unique ways to become a part of the movement for ending domestic violence in our community. Use your talents to strive for peace, support survivors and their children, share your experiences and learn new skills.

At Through These Doors, we believe volunteering is at it’s best when the talents and passions of the volunteer and the needs of the organization line up. Our commitment is to explore your interests and skills and help determine where you can be of most service to the survivors we support.

Currently, the area where we need critical support is from direct service volunteers. These folks engage with survivors directly, providing emotional support, safety planning, information about partner abuse and resources. There are several ways direct service volunteers can support survivors including, but not limited to, helping to staff our 24-hour confidential helpline and facilitating support groups.

To become a direct service volunteer, you will be required to participate in our 44-hour Core Comprehensive Advocacy, Intervention, Response, and Ethics Training (CAIRET). During this training, you will learn about the dynamics of abuse, the cultural roots of violence and oppression, and the core components of social change advocacy. Our training also incorporates active listening skills, how to provide support in a non-judgmental way, trauma-informed best practices, all while learning about Through These Doors' programs, procedures, and philosophy in order to support survivors and their families in the best way possible.

We typically offer our direct service volunteer training three times annually. Please contact us to find out about our next training dates. 

"Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world." - Howard Zinn

Alzheimer's Association Faith Outreach Representatives (FORs) are community engagers that raise awareness of Alzheimer's Association programs, provide basic disease information, and link consumers to Alzheimer’s Association services. FORs serve as liaisons between the Alzheimer's Association and local faith groups and congregations. FORs represent the Alzheimer’s Association by sharing information about Alzheimer’s disease, free resources offered through the Alzheimer’s Association, and the many ways to join our cause at local community and education events.

If you’re interested in volunteering with the Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter or would like more information, please contact Alison Russell at alirussell@alz.org or 207.772.0115

Once a week, we have volunteers work with students in our Native Language Space.  The goal of the space is to provide a safe place for students to speak in their native language, whether it be French, Spanish, Portuguese.  The volunteers need to be somewhat fluent in one of these languages and they engage students in conversation, games and other type of activities in a friendly atmosphere.  The commitment is 2 hours, one day a week.  The volunteers will rotate through 3 groups of students in the Native Language Space that are selected by their teachers and support staff.  We provide training and there are lots of resources in the different languages.  We teach academics in English all day, but we do want to encourage students to maintain and practice their native languages.  If you would like to participate or have any questions, please call Sylvie Montello at 874-8175 or email montes@portlandschools.org

Alzheimer's Association Community Educators (AACEs) are volunteer public speakers who help raise awareness, provide education and expand the reach of Alzheimer's Association programs in the community.  AACEs deliver Alzheimer’s Association Core Curriculum using prepared training materials on topics related to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias as well as information for individuals and families impacted by the disease.

To apply for this position, click here! 

If you’re interested in volunteering with the Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter or would like more information, please contact Alison Russell at alirussell@alz.org or 207.772.0115

STEM Sisters, out of Service-Learning and Volunteering at USM connects young women on STEM pathways at USM with working STEM professionals to go out to our local high schools to encourage girls to pursue STEM. We are seeking women from all walks of life (and awesome dudes) who are interested in making progress in building up successful women to pursue STEM pathways.

This is not so much a mentoring program as it is an ideas exchange and means to building community between women from high school on up.

There are many ways to get involved and you can commit to as little as 2 hrs a month to as much as 12, depending on your capacity. 

We need volunteers to pair with other working professionals or, ideally, with USM students to share your experiences and lead STEM activities and talk about STEM topics via show-and-tell to excite high school girls about STEM.

If interested, please email: usm.stemambassadors@maine.edu

The Longest Day is the day with the most daylight — the summer solstice. On June 20, thousands of participants from across the world come together to fight the darkness of Alzheimer's through an activity of their choice. Together, they use their creativity and passion to raise funds and awareness for the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association.

Are you passionate about fighting Alzheimer’s disease? Do you want to get more involved with the Alzheimer’s Association and The Longest Day? Then we need you! Join The Longest Day Committee to help recruit participants, provide coaching on fundraising and event planning, and spread the word about this exciting event. We’ll help you find a role that fits your interests, skills and schedule.

To learn more about volunteering on The Longest Day Committee or apply, visit: The Longest Day Planning Committee

If you’re interested in volunteering with the Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter or would like more information, please contact Alison Russell at alirussell@alz.org or 207.772.0115

We are looking for Community Representatives throughout the state of Maine. Any/every community could benefit from this position! 

To apply, click here!

If you’re interested in volunteering with the Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter or would like more information, please contact Alison Russell at alirussell@alz.org or 207.772.0115

Early-Stage Social Engagement Leaders plan, implement and assure positive experience during social engagement events/activities for people living with memory loss and their care partners. As leaders, individuals provide hospitality, support and volunteer oversight at social engagement events.

We are looking for Early-Stage Social Engagement Leaders throughout the state of Maine. Any community could benefit from this type of program! 

To apply, click here! 

If you’re interested in volunteering with the Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter or would like more information, please contact Alison Russell at alirussell@alz.org or 207.772.0115

Support Group Facilitators create a safe, open environment where people share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia. The goal of Alzheimer's Association support groups is to provide emotional, social and/or educational support to group members. As facilitators, individuals may be responsible for general caregiver, adult children, spouse, gender-specific or language-specific groups.

We are looking for Support Group Facilitators throughout the state of Maine. Any/every community could benefit from this program! 

To apply, click here! 

If you’re interested in volunteering with the Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter or would like more information, please contact Alison Russell at alirussell@alz.org or 207.772.0115

Join our Advocacy Team and share your unique perspective as a caregiver, person living with dementia, researcher, young person, etc. Advocacy volunteers cultivate multifaceted, year-round relationships with targeted state officials, raise awareness through local media, spark social media conversations, and coordinate events. 

With help from advocates like you, we've passed critical legislation and increased federal research funding five-fold since 2011. But our work isn’t done and we need dedicated advocates like you to build on this success in Congress and in every state capital.

We’ll train you to advocate in a variety of ways, some of which take just an hour or two every few months. Whatever your experience and availability, we’re eager to have you on our advocacy team! Will you join us?

We are looking for Alzheimer’s State Champions throughout the state of Maine. Any/every community could benefit from this program! 

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://alzimpact.org/volunteer/  If you’re interested in volunteering with the Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter or would like more information, please contact Alison Russell at alirussell@alz.org or 207.772.0115

The Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter seeks leadership volunteers for the 2020 Walk to End Alzheimer’s Planning Committees statewide. Committees are comprised of business and community leaders that use their organizational and networking skills to grow the movement to end Alzheimer’s disease. 

Committees meet monthly all year long to plan and manage each Walk to End Alzheimer’s® event from the kick-off to wrap-up. Each committee, led by an event chair and co-chair, include seven subcommittees that focus on team recruitment, sponsorship, team retention, marketing, advocacy, mission, and logistics. All committees receive resources and support through designated Alzheimer’s Association staff person.

For more information or to apply visit alz.org/walkvolunteer.  If you’re interested in volunteering with the Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter or would like more information, please contact Alison Russell at alirussell@alz.org or 207.772.0115

As the diversity of Amanda Rowe Elementary School is ever changing we find our needs changing.

We need folks who speak Spanish and Portuguese to work with students who are learning English in our grade 3/4 classrooms.

This awesome volunteer will be assisting in communication and helping students with their classroom work. 

Volunteers conduct 100% of the re-shelving of materials within the library. A brigade of nearly 50 individuals re-shelve the collection throughout the week. They also assist librarians and staff with programs and special events, distribute fliers, tend to our indoor plants, gardens and fireplace, greet our patrons, stuff envelopes, deliver books to those in need through our Books on Wheels service and much more. In addition, we are always open to your suggestions! Do you have a special skill you could share with the library community? It is easy to join us! Visit us at www.curtislibrary.com

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 The research assistant’s primary role is to provide assistance to researchers who visit the Kennebec Historical Society research room.  They should be knowledgeable of the structure of the Archive and Library Collections, the finding aids and the rules governing the use of the facility.

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Research Assistants gain a unique understanding of the contents of the archives.  This is a premium position that can have benefit to those individuals who may be writing a paper, dissertation, doing a sociological study or authoring a book.

Be a role model for girls and help them discover their own potential! Work together with other trained adult volunteers to plan troop meetings and activities that bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life while girls discover and try new things, connect with their peers and take action in their community. To learn more or to volunteer today, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/volunteer. 

Volunteers are needed to assist on Saturday morning at 7:00am. Volunteers pick up boxes of food from the Hannaford. They then return to Faith Food Pantry to sort the food and take care of it. 

The Boys & Girls Club of Bangor provides young people with a safe and supportive place to learn and grow during after-school time.  Children build ongoing relationships with caring adults and friends, have access to opportunities to build new skills and achieve personal success, and participate in life-changing programs that help them advance in three outcome areas: 

Mentors are needed to teach youth skills, provide support, and offer homework help. YOU can help foster a youth's sense of belonging, responsibility, value and importance.  

Opportunity for Students in the Intro to Social Services class at UMF to get involved and connected to the local community!    

Service Learning Requirement: Students are expected to volunteer a minimum of 20 hours in a local social service agency. Students are expected to keep a self-reflective journal of the volunteer experience.  (20 points/20% of final grades: 10% for volunteer hours and 10% for reflection assignment ).

The volunteers who donate their time to the MDI Hospital Organization play an important role in the experience of our patients and families. They work alongside healthcare professionals, help in non-clinical areas, and support the Hospital’s mission to care for not just the patient, but our entire community.

Volunteers are needed at our Health Centers to assist with clerical tasks and errands, file, and remind patients of upcoming appointments. Pleasant telephone voice a plus!

Hosts are needed to greet and provide support to patients, visitors, and guests at the hospital entrance. The host will assist the emergency department staff with clerical tasks and errands, and serve as a general liaison between patients, their families, and hospital staff.

Do you have time to spend with a patient? Mount Desert Island Hospital and Birch Bay Village need volunteers on an on-call basis to read to patients, do puzzles, watch TV, play card games, or just visit and spend quality time. Help brighten a patient’s day!

The MDI Hospital Auxiliary is looking for new members and leaders to help coordinate and work on fundraising events and activities that benefit the MDI Hospital Organization.

Due to term limits, we are looking for a few new Board Members to include an Attorney or Accountant with an interest in non-profit organizations.  This is a great opportunity to become part of a well-established yet expanding agency. The Board meets every other month.

Please contact:  Catherine Thibedeau, Executive Director, at (207) 866-3769, Ext. 103; or by email at  cthibedeau@iamsupports.org