Meet the Recruitment and Advisory Committee

Every month a group of dedicated volunteers meet online to work towards one common goal: Spread awareness about Senior Planet’s free resources to the older adults of America. The group does this through a variety of innovative means – they brainstorm marketing ideas, create campaign materials, hang flyers, give feedback on ongoing projects and much more!

 In honor of National Volunteer Appreciation Month, we checked in with five of the committee members to chat about the benefits of donating their time to a cause they’re passionate about. To learn more about this volunteer opportunity and others, click here!

Bonita, 76

What do you get out of being on the Recruitment Committee?

It was a challenge for me having been out of the workforce for some years now. This program gave me the opportunity to create. My involvement has been incredibly rewarding and enriching. I find this volunteer work deeply fulfilling, and I am consistently impressed by the talent and collaborative spirit of our team members. Their willingness to share their expertise is invaluable, and I am continually learning from their contributions. This committee serves as a truly exemplary model for the AARP organization as a whole.

AlMena, 75

Why do you volunteer?

The short answer is volunteering feels good. I feel useful, needed and connected to a community. I enjoy sharing my talents, learning new things and skills, and working with other people with values similar to mine.

Linda, 62

Why are you a part of the Recruitment Committee?

As a still working RN, in a specialty working with seniors in special needs plans (and a side-hustle as a skilled nursing facility supervisor), I understand the importance of having resources available to seniors – but those seniors need to know about the availability of those resources. My recruitment committee participation allows me to interact with others who share the same commitment to bringing information about Senior Planet to our communities and educating people on the wonderful classes and other resources Senior Planet offers.

Gloria, 75

What are the benefits of volunteering as an older adult?

1. Sense of purpose – makes my day more meaningful
2. Contribution to the community and stay engaged
3. Foster friendship – build new friendships
4. Explore new skills, hobbies or passions
5. Know myself more in a positive way

DonnaJoy, 77

Why should someone join the Recruitment Committee?

If they want to participate in spreading the reach of Senior Planet to many more people, serving on this committee is a great way of doing it. The group is composed of people who are professional and team players. We all respect one another and listen to what we each have to contribute. Therefore, the end products are really well done which makes me feel like I belong and am contributing to expanding the reach of Senior Planet to many people throughout the US.

Pam Hugi is Senior Planet’s Community and Advocacy Manager. Based in Brooklyn, she is a contributing writer for this site.