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

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Reference 2

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Reference 3

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Volunteer

Make a Difference for a Neighbor

A few hours of your time can make a meaningful difference in the life of an older adult or adult with a disability in Lower Merion or Narberth.

ElderNet volunteers help local neighbors get to medical appointments, pick up groceries, stay connected, manage everyday tasks, and continue living safely in their homes. Whether you have an hour a week, a few hours a month, or time for an occasional project, there is a way to get involved.

Your time matters. Your skills matter. And your community needs you.

Find a Volunteer Opportunity That Fits You

Drive a Neighbor

Provide rides to medical appointments, grocery stores, or other essential destinations. Volunteer drivers make it possible for participants who can no longer drive or use public transportation to get where they need to go.

ElderNet’s on-line scheduling system provides flexible volunteer opportunities. Volunteers have access to the system to sign-up for rides that fit their individual schedule.

Help at the Food Pantry

Help stock, organize, pack, or distribute food and household essentials through ElderNet’s Community Resource Center & Food Pantry.

Be a Friendly Connection

Make a friendly phone call, visit a participant, read together, take a short walk, or simply spend time together. Small moments of connection can make a big difference.

Lend a Hand

Help with yard work, small household projects, organizing, errands, or other everyday tasks.

Share Your Skills

Have a particular skill or talent you’d like to put to work? Tell us about it. There may be a way to use your experience to support an ElderNet participant or our organization.

Why Volunteer With ElderNet?

Make a Local Impact

You’ll be helping your neighbors right here in Lower Merion and Narberth.

Build Meaningful Connections

Many ElderNet volunteers develop lasting relationships with the people they serve.

Give Your Time in a Way That Works for You

Volunteer opportunities vary. Some require a regular commitment, while others can be occasional or project-based.

Be Part of a Community of Caring

ElderNet has been connecting volunteers with neighbors who need support for 50 years. Volunteers are an essential part of how we serve our community.

Hear From Our Volunteers

What does volunteering with ElderNet mean to the people who give their time?

ElderNet volunteer visiting a participant Video Watch What ElderNet Means to You

“While dropping off my weekly donation to the food pantry, a lady knocked on my window to thank me… This conversation made my day!”

Security and friendship
Paying it forward while I’m able
Helping and giving back
A simple way to help members of my community
A smart outreach program that helps people in need

What Happens After You Apply?

Tell us about yourself.

Complete our volunteer application and let us know how you’d like to help.

We’ll connect with you.

A member of the ElderNet team will follow up to talk about your interests, availability, and the opportunities that may be a good fit.

Complete our volunteer screening.

Because volunteers work directly with ElderNet participants, we conduct the required background checks and collect references. Drivers also provide required driver’s license and insurance information.

Get started!

We’ll provide the information and guidance you need to begin volunteering.

Ready to Get Started?

There are many ways to help, and we’re always glad to hear from people who want to make a difference.

BECOME A VOLUNTEER

Have questions before applying?

Michelle Buller, [email protected] 610.525.0706 x102
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