Active Aging Volunteers perform a wide variety of tasks. Senior Center volunteers greet and orient new participants, provide clerical and reception support, and work to increase public awareness and participation at local centers. Volunteers possessing specific skills are highly sought after to teach one-time or ongoing classes such as Tai Chi, computer training, art, and dance, among others.
Health promotion volunteers teach healthy behaviors to the county’s aging and adult population in a variety of classes and settings.
Volunteer Requirements
To volunteer at your local center you must:
- Be people oriented, take direction well, and be reliable
To volunteer to teach health promotion classes you must:
- Complete all program specific requirements
- Pass a background check and all appropriate Salt Lake County volunteer screening processes
- Commit to lead a minimum of TWO entire six week workshops within twelve months
Training and Support
- Orientation and training is provided to all volunteers
- Successfully complete the training for the specific program you would like to volunteer for