Volunteer to Help Older Adults

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Caring for your neighbor

Experience the joy of giving back and making a meaningful difference in your community. By volunteering to assist homebound adults with essential errands like grocery shopping and medical appointments, you’re not just providing a ride – you’re offering companionship, support, and peace of mind. Your kindness helps aging adults maintain their independence, access vitally-needed services, and stay connected. Together, we can foster a healthier, happier, and more vibrant community for all. Discover the benefits of volunteering with Duet, where you can enrich your life and the lives of others on a schedule that works for you.

 

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Elderly woman with volunteer assistant.
Volunteer and senior adult standing outside.
Volunteer helping aging adult with groceries.
Duet Volunteer.

It’s so easy to find someone you can help!

Our interactive Services Map is a useful tool to show you the approximate location of homebound adults on our wait list who need caring volunteers—just like you. Each symbol represents an actual person within a one mile radius of their location who is currently waiting to get groceries, friendly visiting, or assistance with paperwork, or computer training.

Normally our highest demand for volunteer services is to provide grocery shopping assistance and transportation to medical appointments. (Note: transportation to medical appointments is not represented on the interactive map)

Once you become a registered volunteer with us, you will be matched with a neighbor in need.

Start Your Volunteer Journey

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Grocery Shopping For

Grocery Shopping With

Friendly Visiting

Friendly Phoning

Paperwork Assistance

Tech Assist

Grocery shopping

Shopping “for” or “with” someone once per week.

Paperwork assistance

Sort mail, bill paying, insurance forms, etc. once per week/month, specifically designed to accommodate individuals who are visually impaired and/or affected by severe arthritis.

Minor handyperson services

Minor home repairs, completed in one or two visits.

Rides to doctor’s appointments

Escort someone to medical appointment, once per week.

Friendly visiting and friendly phoning

One visit per week for about 1 hour. Or two to three phone calls per week, ten minute conversations.

Technology assistance

Assist homebound seniors with use of technology. Smart phones, computers etc.

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Upcoming volunteer orientations

To get started volunteering with Duet, RSVP for an orientation below or email volunteer@duetaz.org.
October 2024
24 October
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Duet Volunteer Orientation – St. Patrick Catholic Community, Scottsdale, AZ

November 2024
12 November
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Duet Volunteer Orientation – Duet Offices

December 2024
10 December
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Duet Volunteer Orientation – Duet Offices

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Smiling elderly woman next to a Duet volunteer service car.

Eligibility Requirements

To help a homebound neighbor, a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance is required. If you already have a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance, simply provide a copy for our records. If you are under 18, you may volunteer under the supervision of an adult with a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance.

Experience the benefits of volunteering for older adults

Engaging in voluntary work with aging adults provides immense personal growth and community enhancement. Volunteers experience the profound satisfaction of helping and gaining unique insights into their challenges. This involvement not only fosters empathy but also strengthens community ties. Each act of service contributes to a more connected and supportive environment, allowing volunteers to develop new skills, find fulfillment in their contributions, and see the tangible impact of their efforts on the community’s well-being.

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Volunteer service areas

  • PHOENIX
  • GLENDALE
  • PEORIA
  • PARADISE VALLEY
  • SCOTTSDALE (South of Bell)
  • FOUNTAIN HILLS

Uplifting One Another

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