Volunteer to Help Seniors
Dick and Harold developed a beautiful friendship through volunteering with NHCO's seniors.
Volunteer with NHCO’s Older Adults Programs - These programs support adults, age 60 and over, in northern Allegheny County to lead safe, dignified lives in their own homes.
In Service of Seniors
We are looking for volunteers willing to give older adults the gift of independence. Volunteers drive older neighbors to specific appointments in the North Hills. This volunteer opportunity allows you to drive your own vehicle and works around your schedule! Watch a video to learn more about this fun and fulfilling opportunity.
Friendly Visiting
Volunteers spend time with Older Adults at their home, doing things like puzzles, reading, watching TV, or playing games. If driving clearances are obtained, volunteers can take them out for coffee, lunch, or even the movies! Preferably this would be once a week, but at least once every other week. This does not involve any kind of in-home health care services. Watch a video about this exciting opportunity.
If you are interested, please contact:
Amethy Weikel-Sandstrom
Community Engagement Coordinator
412-487-6316 ×3204
Aweikel-sandstrom@nhco.org
It’s easy to volunteer for our Older Adults Programs! Just follow these steps:
Watch this short video from United Way about how volunteering can make a difference in your life and the life of an Older Adult.
Read the In Service of Seniors Volunteer Handbook
Watch the Volunteer Orientation
Fill out a simple volunteer registration form and someone will contact you.
Complete the required clearances listed below.
Required Clearances
Below are links to two required clearances. Completed clearance certificates must be on file prior to being matched with an Older Adult.
Free volunteer criminal check. Please complete and provide us with the certificate. PA State Police: https://epatch.pa.gov/home
Driving record. Please complete and provide us with the certificate ($14). Penn Dot: https://apps.pwp.pa.gov/idr
New Shuttle volunteers needed as couple hangs up their keys
Volunteers Dave and Nancy have a simple reason why you should volunteer with NHCO’s Free Rides for Seniors Shuttle (FRFS): you meet engaging and entertaining older adults. Read the full story here.
Free Rides for Seniors Shuttles - Drivers and Dispatchers
We’re looking for 2–3 volunteer drivers and 2–3 dispatchers (co-pilots) to help keep Shuttle #2 rolling!
Mondays: 10 AM–2 PM in the Natrona Heights area, traveling along Route 28 to local shopping centers
Wednesdays: Serving older neighbors in the Oakmont/Verona area
This is a fun and meaningful way to connect with the community and help neighbors maintain their independence. Interested in joining the team? Please contact:
Nikkia Zip
Older Adults Service Coordinator
412-449-0151 ×3538
njzipf@nhco.org
*In Service of Seniors is a partner program of the United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania’s Open Your Heart to a Senior collaborative.