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Friday, April 12, 2024

Meet the Hotline Volunteers!

…using my time and skills to volunteer for organizations that focus on improving people’s lives. Volunteering for Senior Planet helps me use my technology skills to help people accomplish what…

Friday, January 18, 2019

A Healthier Mind and Body

…health, as well. Try going to a yoga class at a community center, volunteering to oversee children playing at a playground, touring a cultural museum with others your neighborhood –…

Wednesday, December 10, 2014

The Sun City Poms (Not Your Typical Cheerleaders)

…along with family, hospital volunteering, tap dancing, teaching, tutoring and even target shooting. Antony’s photos tell the rest of the story. The Sun City Poms “Our acrobatics is what really…

Saturday, July 31, 2021

Mark Newton, 61: Super Bowl-er

…club. How Can I Help? “I threw myself at the game. I became active in the club by volunteering for private events (where we taught skills and rules to guests),…

Wednesday, March 9, 2022

Pat Jasso: Every Day is Women’s Day

On any given day, you might find Senior Planet trainer Pat Jasso in a board meeting or volunteering at a community center. She spends her time talking with young people…

Wednesday, October 26, 2022

Sokie Lee, 64, Mobilizes Clean-up Campaigns

…passion for volunteering and being green. How did you get the idea for NYC Clean Volunteers? In the pandemic, I said to my partner, why don’t we make a commitment…

Saturday, October 14, 2023

Meet the New Center Manager: Cesar Mendez Rijo

…hopes and dreams for the new location. When he’s not at work, you can find Cesar volunteering with Habitat for Humanity or going out dancing (he loves merengue, salsa, bachata!)…

Thursday, October 19, 2023

Get Involved

…Available roles include Front Desk Receptionist/Greeter and Tech Talk Host. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Center Manager Cesar Mendez Rijo here. Learn More About Volunteering Join the…

Wednesday, August 17, 2022

It’s YOUR Day!

…pride. This might mean volunteering in your community, sharing your appreciation for a senior loved one in your life or supporting a cause that bolsters older adults. You can join…

Saturday, April 8, 2023

Meet the Volunteers!

…wonderful people from all over the United States!” – Victoria Liska, Online Volunteer Get Involved! Want to start volunteering? There are a few ways to get involved… In-Person Opportunities: Check…

Thursday, April 2, 2020

David Hill, 63: Putting In The Work

…local competitive runner start for each New York Marathon. I had been volunteering for it for the prior 20 years, leading an Elite Runner Fluid station volunteer team. Before my…

Wednesday, September 22, 2021

Bertram Pickell on Embracing a Life of Volunteerism

…a fierce advocate for health and wellness for all citizens of San Antonio, but especially older adults. Whether he’s coaching endurance walking, volunteering as a member of the Mayor’s Fitness…

Wednesday, February 23, 2022

People We Love: Lila Botero

…needed help from Spanish speakers, and I know how hard it is to find volunteers, so I offered my time. I started by volunteering once or twice a week for…

Saturday, September 9, 2023

Meet the Trainer: Brian Rapsey

…do before this? Before joining Senior Planet, I stumbled upon my passion for teaching older adults while volunteering at the Brooklyn Public Library. There I assisted teaching adult literacy and…

Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Senior Planet in Colorado Reopens!

…people can learn and build community. I suggest volunteering at the center to be a part of the excitement and growth!” About Senior Planet Centers Senior Planet Centers are dedicated…