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Get Social – and Volunteer

By Kathleen Doheny Monday, December 27, 2021 4 Comments Share This:

Dave Taenzer (at left) has the kind of voice all technology consultants should have—soothing and calm. For more than two years, the Colorado-based Senior Planet volunteer has given hours and hours of his time, without charge, hosting the most member-led programs there.

Volunteering and Talking Tech

Technology is his thing. “I started playing with computers in 1965,” he says. For Senior Planet, he has given one-on-one advice—how to get that Mac, phone, iPad, laptop working right—and he also hosts Lunch & Learn sessions, discussing how to keep a clean gmail inbox, how to zoom and how to Google and keep tabs on tabs, among other lessons. The retired programmer understands that ”some people are incredibly sharp and pick up the technology,” while others lag. He’s patient with people who need something explained twice…or maybe three or four times.

These days, of course, the in-person instruction has switched to Zoom, due to COVID.  And in one way, he says, that’s made him a better consultant. “In person, I’d tend to take the phone” and show someone how to do it, he laughs. “I can’t do that on Zoom.”

Shine on, Dave!

Whatever the venue, real-life or online, “I’m a chronic volunteer,” Taenzer says.  Volunteering gives him purpose, he says, and having a purpose is crucially important to him. But besides that feel-good benefit of having purpose and giving back, he has made numerous new friends. “Socially, this has been fantastic for me,” he says. Being able to interact regularly with people has been especially wonderful during the pandemic, he says.

Those who attend his programs agree. Some live by themselves and are even more grateful than others for the interactions, he says. That’s especially true around holiday time, he has noticed.

Volunteering’s good for you!

In his own research on staying healthy with age, Taenzer knows that staying involved in life and expressing gratitude are both important. His volunteer role helps him meet both those benchmarks. “I get a lot more out of this than I put in,” he says.

Experts agree that socialization is a major perk of volunteering, and being socially connected is good for both mind and body. Socializing reduces feelings of loneliness and helps improve memory and cognitive skills, as well as improving a sense of well-being and happiness, according to the experts at Mayo Clinic. People who volunteer regularly—about 16 hours a month—are less likely to get high blood pressure, research suggests. They also had a better sense of well-being and were more active than non-volunteers. In another study, older adults who volunteered about 8 hours a month reported more positive self-perceptions of aging, and less depression.

Volunteer opportunities, virtual or IRL, are easy to find. Besides checking at your local community center, church, synagogue or school, you can try these.

  • Volunteer Match.org lists both in person and virtual opportunities, matched to interests. Within Volunteer Match, you can search for minority-specific opportunities, women’s causes or programs catering to older adults, among other categories.
  • Idealist.org lists both jobs and volunteer opportunities.
  • Catch a Fire matches professionals who want to donate their skills to nonprofit organizations who need them.

If the first volunteer gig you try doesn’t fulfill you, look around for a better fit. Feel free, also, to ask organizations ahead of time what they expect in terms of time commitment and skills. To check out an organization, see Charity Navigator.

Do you have a volunteer tipr or a volunteer expereince you’d like to share? Let us know in the comments!

 

This article offered by Senior Planet and Older Adults Technology Services is for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding any medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

 

 

 

 

COMMENTS

4 responses to “Get Social – and Volunteer”

  1. Jean:
    Friday, March 18, 2022 at 10:41am

    Dave, you can “take the phone and show people what to do” via Zoom. Have them join the meeting with their phone and then have them share their screen. From there you can guide them through what steps they need to fix the problem. You could always join the Zoom meeting with your phone (even if you are also joined via a laptop or tablet) and share your screen so they can see what you are doing. You just have to be sure to join the meeting with no audio on your phone or you’ll get echoes.

    Reply to Jean
  2. Nancy Van House:
    Monday, December 27, 2021 at 11:50am

    But COVID. Remote volunteering, yes. But that doesn’t have the same social benefits.

    Reply to Nancy Van House
    1. Dave Taenzer:
      Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at 3:42pm

      I respectfully disagree. For me, I have had a chance to meet and get to know people from all over the country and make lots of new friends. I would never have had a chance to meet any of these folks without the Senior Planet zoom meetings.

      Reply to Dave Taenzer
    2. Dave Taenzer:
      Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at 3:45pm

      I respectfully disagree. I have had a chance to meet people from all over the country and make many new friends because the Senior Planet zoom meeting and helping people remotely.

      Reply to Dave Taenzer

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Mon, November 27 1:30pm EST Recurring Event

Open Discussion – Lunch & Learn

Join this discussion group to connect with Senior Planet participants from all over the country!

+ 8 More

16 events, 28

9:00am – 10:00am Recurring Event

Stronger Bones

seniors enjoying gathering for fitness classes through Senior Planet
Tue, November 28 9:00am EST Recurring Event

Stronger Bones

Activate the joints and muscles and increase mental focus during this exercise class.

10:00am – 11:00am Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Tue, November 28 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Start your day with a short morning stretch!

10:30am – 11:30am

Gardening Tech At a Glance

Tue, November 28 10:30am EST

Gardening Tech At a Glance

Can tech give you a green thumb? Come to this lecture to find out!

12:00pm – 1:00pm Recurring Event

Chair Yoga

Tue, November 28 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Chair Yoga

Follow various cues to develop body alignment and breath awareness.

12:00pm – 1:00pm

MyChart

Tue, November 28 12:00pm EST

MyChart

Learn how MyChart can help you keep all your health information in one place, communicate with your providers, and have a virtual visit.

+ 11 More

12 events, 29

10:00am – 11:00am Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Wed, November 29 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Start your day with a short morning stretch!

11:00am – 12:00pm

Discover Live: Holiday Tour in Paris, France

Wed, November 29 11:00am EST

Discover Live: Holiday Tour in Paris, France

Join Senior Planet and our tour guides from Discover Live for a special holiday tour in Paris, France!

12:00pm – 1:00pm

虛擬博物館導覽

Wed, November 29 12:00pm EST

虛擬博物館導覽

在家中舒適地參觀世界著名的博物館!

12:00pm – 1:00pm Recurring Event

Fit Fusion Workout

Wed, November 29 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Fit Fusion Workout

Get your heart pumping during this fun, high-energy workout!

12:30pm – 1:30pm

Messaging Apps

Wed, November 29 12:30pm EST

Messaging Apps

This lecture will go over the features of three widely-used apps: iMessages, Hangouts, and WhatsApp.

+ 7 More

16 events, 30

9:00am – 10:00am Recurring Event

Balance/Strength

Thu, November 30 9:00am EST Recurring Event

Balance/Strength

Activate the joints and muscles to become limber and increase balance during this exercise class.

10:00am – 11:00am Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Thu, November 30 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Start your day with a short morning stretch!

10:30am – 11:30am

Smartphone Camera Uses Beyond Photography

Thu, November 30 10:30am EST

Smartphone Camera Uses Beyond Photography

Come learn about QR codes, augmented reality apps, and more!

12:00pm – 1:00pm

Money Matters

Thu, November 30 12:00pm EST

Money Matters

This lecture introduces online banking and goes over how to keep your financial information safe.

12:00pm – 1:00pm Recurring Event

Chair Yoga

Thu, November 30 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Chair Yoga

Follow various cues to develop body alignment and breath awareness.

+ 11 More

9 events, 1

10:00am – 11:00am Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Fri, December 1 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Start your day with a short morning stretch!

11:00am – 12:00pm

Introduction to Estate Planning Resources & Tools

Fri, December 1 11:00am EST

Introduction to Estate Planning Resources & Tools

A simple plan is better than no plan! Get to know a few free and low-cost resources that make it simple to plan your estate.

12:00pm – 1:00pm Recurring Event

Taijiquan (Tai Chi)

Fri, December 1 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Taijiquan (Tai Chi)

Relax your mind and strengthen your body with this gentle exercise class.

12:30pm – 1:30pm

Internet of Things: Healthcare

Fri, December 1 12:30pm EST

Internet of Things: Healthcare

Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the Internet of Things (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely.

1:30pm – 2:30pm Recurring Event

Aging Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn

Fri, December 1 1:30pm EST Recurring Event

Aging Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn

Join this Aging Discussion Group to have open conversations about aging.

+ 4 More

0 events, 2

  • There are no events on this day.
Mon, October 30
Mon, October 30 10:00am EDT Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Mon, October 30 11:00am EDT

Mobile Health Apps

Mon, October 30 12:00pm EDT Recurring Event

Fit Fusion Workout

Mon, October 30 12:30pm EDT

Intro to Managing Your Privacy

Mon, October 30 1:30pm EDT Recurring Event

Open Discussion – Lunch & Learn

+ 8 More
Tue, October 31
Tue, October 31 9:00am EDT Recurring Event

Stronger Bones

Tue, October 31 10:00am EDT Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Tue, October 31 10:30am EDT

Smartphones at a Glance

Tue, October 31 12:00pm EDT

Job Searching in the Digital Age

Tue, October 31 12:00pm EDT Recurring Event

Chair Yoga

+ 9 More
Wed, November 1
Wed, November 1 10:00am EDT Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Wed, November 1 11:00am EDT

Discover Live: Assisi, Italy

Wed, November 1 12:00pm EDT Recurring Event

Fit Fusion Workout

Wed, November 1 12:00pm EDT

語音助理

Wed, November 1 12:30pm EDT

Crowdfunding for a Cause

+ 8 More
Thu, November 2
Thu, November 2 9:00am EDT Recurring Event

Balance/Strength

Thu, November 2 10:00am EDT Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Thu, November 2 10:30am EDT

Mindfulness Apps

Thu, November 2 12:00pm EDT Recurring Event

Chair Yoga

Thu, November 2 12:00pm EDT

Mandarin Multilingual Technology Program: 「管理個人隱私簡介」開放問答室 (Intro to Managing Your Privacy Open Lab)

+ 11 More
Fri, November 3
Fri, November 3 10:00am EDT Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Fri, November 3 11:00am EDT

Online Tools for Contacting Your Lawmakers

Fri, November 3 12:00pm EDT Recurring Event

Taijiquan (Tai Chi)

Fri, November 3 12:30pm EDT

Smartphone Photography

Fri, November 3 1:30pm EDT Recurring Event

Aging Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn

+ 3 More
  • There are no events on this day.
  • There are no events on this day.
Mon, November 6
Mon, November 6 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Mon, November 6 11:00am EST

Telemedicine

Mon, November 6 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Fit Fusion Workout

Mon, November 6 12:30pm EST

Intro to Translation Tools

Mon, November 6 1:30pm EST Recurring Event

Open Discussion – Lunch & Learn

+ 7 More
Tue, November 7
Tue, November 7 9:00am EST Recurring Event

Stronger Bones

Tue, November 7 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Tue, November 7 10:30am EST

All Things Zoom

Tue, November 7 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Chair Yoga

Tue, November 7 12:00pm EST

Introduction to TikTok

+ 10 More
Wed, November 8
Wed, November 8 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Wed, November 8 11:00am EST

Introduction to Hosting on Zoom

Wed, November 8 12:00pm EST

Cancelled – Fit Fusion Workout

Wed, November 8 12:00pm EST

YouTube

Wed, November 8 12:30pm EST

iPhones

+ 7 More
Thu, November 9
Thu, November 9 9:00am EST Recurring Event

Balance/Strength

Thu, November 9 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Thu, November 9 10:30am EST

How to Choose a New Computer

Thu, November 9 12:00pm EST

Mandarin Multilingual Technology Program: 虛擬博物館導覽 (Virtual Museum Tours)

Thu, November 9 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Chair Yoga

+ 11 More
Fri, November 10
Fri, November 10 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Fri, November 10 11:00am EST

Digital Scrapbooking Tools

Fri, November 10 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Taijiquan (Tai Chi)

Fri, November 10 12:30pm EST

Social Media for Job Searches

Fri, November 10 1:30pm EST Recurring Event

Aging Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn

+ 3 More
  • There are no events on this day.
  • There are no events on this day.
Mon, November 13
Mon, November 13 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Mon, November 13 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Fit Fusion Workout

Mon, November 13 12:30pm EST

Smartphones at a Glance

Mon, November 13 1:30pm EST Recurring Event

Open Discussion – Lunch & Learn

Mon, November 13 2:00pm EST Recurring Event

Easy-to-Follow Tai Chi

+ 6 More
Tue, November 14
Tue, November 14 9:00am EST Recurring Event

Stronger Bones

Tue, November 14 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Tue, November 14 10:30am EST

MyChart

Tue, November 14 12:00pm EST

Introduction to Social Media

Tue, November 14 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Chair Yoga

+ 11 More
Wed, November 15
Wed, November 15 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Wed, November 15 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Fit Fusion Workout

Wed, November 15 12:00pm EST

A.I. 人工智能簡介

Wed, November 15 12:30pm EST

Ride Sharing Apps

Wed, November 15 1:30pm EST

Wellness Wednesday: Body Weight Workouts for Building Strength

+ 7 More
Thu, November 16
Thu, November 16 9:00am EST Recurring Event

Balance/Strength

Thu, November 16 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Thu, November 16 10:30am EST

Intro to Managing Your Privacy

Thu, November 16 12:00pm EST

Mandarin Multilingual Technology Program: 「虛擬博物館導覽」 開放問答室 (Virtual Museum Tours Open Lab)

Thu, November 16 12:00pm EST

Introduction to Booking Vacation Stays Online

+ 11 More
Fri, November 17
Fri, November 17 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Fri, November 17 11:00am EST

Online Tools for Contacting Your Lawmakers

Fri, November 17 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Taijiquan (Tai Chi)

Fri, November 17 12:30pm EST

Internet of Things: Entertainment

Fri, November 17 1:30pm EST Recurring Event

Aging Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn

+ 3 More
  • There are no events on this day.
  • There are no events on this day.
Mon, November 20
Mon, November 20 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Mon, November 20 11:00am EST

Discover Live: Veterans Tour in Washington, DC

Mon, November 20 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Fit Fusion Workout

Mon, November 20 12:30pm EST

All Things Zoom

Mon, November 20 1:30pm EST Recurring Event

Open Discussion – Lunch & Learn

+ 7 More
Tue, November 21
Tue, November 21 9:00am EST Recurring Event

Stronger Bones

Tue, November 21 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Tue, November 21 10:30am EST

Affordable Home Internet

Tue, November 21 12:00pm EST

Virtual Activism Against Racism and Police Brutality

Tue, November 21 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Chair Yoga

+ 11 More
Wed, November 22
Wed, November 22 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Wed, November 22 11:00am EST

Tips for Being News Savvy Online

Wed, November 22 12:00pm EST

行動健康應用程式

Wed, November 22 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Fit Fusion Workout

Wed, November 22 12:30pm EST

Online Rx Drug Resources

+ 7 More
  • There are no events on this day.
  • There are no events on this day.
  • There are no events on this day.
  • There are no events on this day.
Mon, November 27
Mon, November 27 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Mon, November 27 11:00am EST

Cloud Storage

Mon, November 27 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Fit Fusion Workout

Mon, November 27 12:30pm EST

Mobile Health Apps

Mon, November 27 1:30pm EST Recurring Event

Open Discussion – Lunch & Learn

+ 8 More
Tue, November 28
Tue, November 28 9:00am EST Recurring Event

Stronger Bones

Tue, November 28 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Tue, November 28 10:30am EST

Gardening Tech At a Glance

Tue, November 28 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Chair Yoga

Tue, November 28 12:00pm EST

MyChart

+ 11 More
Wed, November 29
Wed, November 29 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Wed, November 29 11:00am EST

Discover Live: Holiday Tour in Paris, France

Wed, November 29 12:00pm EST

虛擬博物館導覽

Wed, November 29 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Fit Fusion Workout

Wed, November 29 12:30pm EST

Messaging Apps

+ 7 More
Thu, November 30
Thu, November 30 9:00am EST Recurring Event

Balance/Strength

Thu, November 30 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Thu, November 30 10:30am EST

Smartphone Camera Uses Beyond Photography

Thu, November 30 12:00pm EST

Money Matters

Thu, November 30 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Chair Yoga

+ 11 More
Fri, December 1
Fri, December 1 10:00am EST Recurring Event

Morning Stretch

Fri, December 1 11:00am EST

Introduction to Estate Planning Resources & Tools

Fri, December 1 12:00pm EST Recurring Event

Taijiquan (Tai Chi)

Fri, December 1 12:30pm EST

Internet of Things: Healthcare

Fri, December 1 1:30pm EST Recurring Event

Aging Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn

+ 4 More
  • There are no events on this day.
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