Volunteer Application

ElderNet provides a safety net for older and disabled adults to help them remain in their homes with dignity and strengthens food and financial security for all community members in need of support.

Volunteer Form
ElderNet provides a safety net for older and disabled adults to help them remain in their homes with dignity and strengthens food and financial security for all community members in need of support.
Which do you prefer to be contacted on?
How long have you lived in Pennsylvania?
Race (For Reporting Purposes Only)?
How would you like to help?
Driving to medical appts:
Essential errands to bank, pharmacy, etc
Pantry
Special Events
Grocery shopping
Friendly Caller
Friendly Visitor
Odd Jobs
Other Information Needed:

As part of ElderNet’s application process, we will need a few more pieces of information from you:

  1. A copy of your driver’s license or other government-issued ID. This will be used to complete a
    background check for all volunteers.
  2. Have you used any other first or last names? This will help complete the background check.
  3. A copy of your car insurance card. For volunteers who will be escorting participants only. We
    will also need updated insurance information when your policy is renewed or changed.
  4. Three references.

Reference 1

Reference 2

Reference 3

Our Mission

ElderNet empowers elders and disabled adults in need to remain living in their homes by reducing barriers to healthcare, nutritious food, public benefits and meaningful social connections.

Our Vision

ElderNet envisions a community where elders and disabled adults can thrive in their own homes with dignity and connection, supported by compassionate services, meaningful volunteerism, and a community-wide commitment to care.

Core Values

Respect without judgement, purpose through volunteerism, sense of community, protect well-being, compassion and kindness, dependability and trust, and embracing DEIA. The ElderNet website has a full description of our values. 


Our Strategic Priorities (2025–2028)

⭐ Service Excellence

Deliver exceptional programs that meet the evolving needs of older adults.

Key Goals

✔ Maintain high satisfaction among participants, volunteers, and staff
✔ Expand our pantry program to serve 20% more participants by 2026
✔ Increased case management capacity by 33% by 2027
✔ Grow and diversify our volunteer base by 20%

Impact Focus

• Nutritious food access
• Personalized care management
• Expanded volunteer support services


🌎 Community Visibility

Increase awareness of ElderNet and strengthen partnerships.

Key Goals

✔ Build recognition with 20 community organizations by 2027
✔ Share and replicate the ElderNet model in two communities by 2028

Impact Focus

• Community outreach events
• Strategic partnerships
• Increased public awareness of aging services


📈 Gradual Growth

Expand services and reach more older adults in need.

Key Goals

✔ Expand service coverage to new Montgomery County communities by 2027
✔ Create three new strategic alliances
✔ Add new care management and volunteer services each year

Impact Focus

• Transportation support
• Social connection programs
• Expanded service areas


💙 Financial Strength

Ensure ElderNet’s long-term sustainability.

Key Goals

✔ Secure 3 new institutional funders by FY2026
✔ Increase individual donors by 20%
✔ Strengthen financial policies and reserves

Impact Focus

• Diversified funding
• Strong stewardship of donor investments
• Long-term program sustainability


⚙ Organizational Excellence

Build a strong, efficient, and responsive organization.

Key Goals

✔ Maintain a Tier One rating with county funders
✔ Strengthen nonprofit governance and board leadership
✔ Expand staff training and professional development
✔ Upgrade technology and operational systems by 2028

Impact Focus

• Better data and reporting
• Improved volunteer management
• Stronger organizational infrastructure


The Impact We are Building.

Through this strategic plan, ElderNet will:

👥 Serve more older adults with personalized support
🥗 Expand access to nutritious food and essential resources
🚗 Increase transportation and volunteer services
🤝 Build stronger partnerships across the region
💙 Ensure sustainable funding for future generations


Join Us

The success of this plan depends on the generosity and partnership of our community.

Your support helps older adults remain independent, connected, and supported.

Together, we are building a stronger community for aging with dignity.


Download the strategic plan summary

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