Volunteers are the heart of our Village and this week we will celebrate our wonderful volunteers at our annual Volunteer Appreciation Celebration.

Every day, Village volunteers are providing our members with the support and confidence to live well in our community. None of our work would be possible without the dedicated work of our 140 caring volunteers who help our members:

• Get Around – For many seniors in our community, transportation can be a major barrier to accessing basic needs like groceries and medical care, and can increase the risk for social isolation. Each year, NNV volunteers provide nearly 1,500 rides a year so our members can receive timely medical care, get groceries, visit with friends, and attend places of worship.
• Household Support – There's an app for that, but do you know how to use it? NNV tech volunteers are here to help! Need a ladder to change a lightbulb? An NNV volunteer can do that for you. Volunteers help with a variety of household tasks, from watering plants while you're away to moving trash cans to the curb while you recover from an illness.
• Stay Engaged – Volunteers are helping to combat social isolation one service at a time. Each and every volunteer service is an opportunity to engage with your neighbor. Our volunteers get to know our members, care about their wellbeing, and find great satisfaction in the friendships they make through the Village.

‍"To me, it is not just a ride, but a warm, real, personal connection to another human."

"I am not able to drive or walk without the use of a walker. The ability to request rides for various appointments has been wonderful. Not only does it increase my independence; it has enabled me to meet many new people which enriches my life and neighborhood. Drivers never fail to be fun and interesting; the conversation is often as important as the trip."

"A volunteer came over and set up the rollator today. He was very gracious and insisted it was an easy task but I was impressed by the speed with which he completed the job. We really have talented people at NNV!"

We extend our sincerest thanks to all of our volunteers for building a caring community where all older adults can thrive.

Not a volunteer yet? There's no time like the present to become an NNV volunteer. Enjoy the personal reward of helping others in your community. Visit our website to learn more about our volunteer opportunities. We hope to see you at our next Volunteer Orientation, scheduled for May 13^th at 1 pm.