Together we can do so much…

Choosing to be a volunteer at the Lutheran Home and Harwood Place can be a very rewarding experience. With more than 300 volunteers, Lutheran Home and Harwood Place are great places to volunteer. The giving of your time, talent, and skills can truly make a difference in the lives of our residents. Whether it’s transporting a resident from one area to another, reviewing menus with residents, performing clerical duties, or visiting with our residents, you can be assured your time will be well spent.

Volunteer Requirements

Volunteering in a senior living facility has some requirements and can be physically demanding, depending on the type of activities involved.

  • Application
  • Criminal background check
  • Annual flu shot
  • Some physical requirements may apply

Physical requirements typically vary based on the role you take on, but here are some common tasks and associated physical demands:

  • Walking/Standing: Many roles involve walking throughout the facility to assist residents, deliver items, or escort them to different activities.
  • Lifting and Carrying: You may need to help carry supplies, move equipment, or assist residents with personal items.
  • Assisting with Transport: In most cases, volunteers help residents move from one place to another, in a wheelchair. This can require physical strength.
  • Assisting with Activities: You may help residents with hobbies, crafts, or exercise routines, requiring fine motor skills and coordination.
  • Extended Hours: Depending on the volunteering schedule, you may spend several hours on your feet, moving between residents and helping with tasks.
  • Setting Up Events: Setting up for recreational or social events may involve moving chairs, tables, or equipment.
  • Residents with Mobility Issues: You may need to provide extra physical assistance to seniors who have limited mobility, including pushing wheelchairs, supporting walking, or helping with stability.

If you have concerns about the physical requirements, senior living facilities often offer a variety of roles, so you can find tasks that align with your abilities.

If you are interested in volunteering at the Lutheran Home or Harwood Place, please complete the following application and return it to Liz Stewart at [email protected].