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Health and Human Services Volunteer ServicesVolunteer Services coordinates several volunteer programs that address the needs of individuals in our community who are clients of the department. These programs support the work being provided by department staff.
A. PROGRAM: COMPANION
Description: A companion provides socialization and companionship for elderly and disabled adults. This is accomplished through visits with the person in their home. In some cases, the volunteer may take the client on recreational outings.
Eligibility: An elderly client of the department who is in need of service.
Fee: No fee
For Further Information, Contact: Volunteer Services at (920) 832-5515
B. PROGRAM: LEGAL GUARDIAN PROGRAM
Description: A volunteer legal guardian is an individual appointed by the court to act as an advocate for a person who has been found to be incompetent. Responsibilities can include overseeing the individual's welfare, making personal decisions on their behalf and managing their assets. A stipend is available for the guardian.
Eligibility: Clients in need of this service.
Fee: No fee
For Further Information, Contact: Volunteer Services at (920) 832-5515
C. PROGRAM: PEN PAL
Description: A volunteer pen pal writes letters on a regular basis to homebound elderly or disabled adults. Telephone and in-person contact are not necessary unless both the volunteer and the client want to expand their relationship. In many cases, the client is not able to write letters to their volunteer but enjoys receiving mail from a caring person.
Eligibility: A frail, homebound client who can benefit from this service.
Fee: No fee
For Further Information, Contact: Volunteer Services at (920) 832-5515
D. PROGRAM: REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE
Description: A representative payee performs routine financial work for individuals who are not able to handle their own financial affairs. This commonly includes check deposits, check writing, and some money management.
Eligibility: A client of the department who is in need of service.
Fee: No fee
For Further Information, Contact: Volunteer Services at (920) 832-5515
E. PROGRAM: VOLUNTEER DRIVERS
Description: Volunteer drivers provide transportation to Health & Human Services clients for medical appointments, counseling sessions/groups, and other miscellaneous appointments. Most trips are local, but some out-of-town medical trips are necessary (optional). Mileage for all rides is reimbursed at the regular county rate. Referrals are accepted from Health & Human Services staff.
Eligibility: A client of the department who is in need of service
Fee: No fee
For Further Information, Contact: Volunteer Services at (920) 832-5515
F. PROGRAM: THANKSGIVING FOOD BASKET PROGRAM
Description: The goal of the Thanksgiving Food Basket Program is to insure that families in need have a more meaningful holiday. Volunteers can donate and deliver a food basket individually or coordinate a food basket drive for several families. Cash donations are also accepted.
Eligibility: Clients of the department in need of this service
Fee: No fee
For Further Information, Contact: Volunteer Services at (920) 832-5515
G. PROGRAM: BACK TO SCHOOL PROGRAM
Description: The Back to School Program benefits school age children in need with a backpack and supplies for the start of the school year. Volunteer donations of school supplies, or monetary contributions from businesses, organizations, churches and individuals are the foundation of this program.
Eligibility: Clients of the department in need of this service. Referrals also taken from area agencies/schools on families residing within Outagamie County.
Fee: None
For Further Information, Contact: Volunteer Services at (920) 832-5515
H. PROGRAM: FLU CLINICS
Description: Volunteers assist adults with their paperwork when they come into the clinic for their flu shot. Flu clinics are held in October, November and December at various county sites.
Eligibility: Outagamie County resident
Fee: A fee for flu vaccine and administration is requested.
For Further Information, Contact: Volunteer Services at (920) 832-5515
I. PROGRAM: CHAIN REACTION DAY (Communities Helping Adults In their Neighborhood)
Description: Volunteers for the CHAIN Reaction Day Program work in groups of 4-6 to do raking, window washing and light yard work. This is usually done on a Saturday in April and October. Volunteers can coordinate a group or sign up individually to be assigned to a team.
Eligibility: Outagamie County resident, 60 years of age or older or disabled
Fee: A donation is accepted.
For Further Information, Contact: Volunteer Services at (920) 832-5515
H. PROGRAM: HOLIDAY DONATIONS (Adopt a Family)
Description: The goal of the Holiday Donations Program is to insure families in need have a more meaningful holiday, such as Easter or Christmas. Volunteers can donate cash, gifts, poinsettias, candy or food to be delivered to families.
Eligibility: Clients in need of this service.
Fee: None
For Further Information, Contact: Volunteer Services at (920) 832-5515
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Last updated: Monday, December 21, 2009
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