Here are your latest volunteer opportunities
| Thursday, Sep 02 2010 07:00 PM
Last Updated Thursday, Sep 02 2010 07:00 PM
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) invites potential volunteers to attend one of two orientation sessions to be held in Bakersfield next week. The first one will be held noon-1 p.m. Wednesday at Fresno Pacific University, 2nd Floor, 11000 River Run Blvd. The second one will be held noon-1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, at the CASA Office, 2000 24th St. Learn how you can make a difference in the life of an abused, abandoned or neglected child. Call Kate Kennedy to RSVP at 631-2272.
Jesus Shack volunteers are needed to help with its Street Teams project 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 11. Street Teams distribute food, clothing and necessities to the less fortunate. New volunteers are to report to Jesus Shack, 1326 30th St., Building B, at 10 a.m. for orientation before joining other volunteers for general prayer and team assignments. Call 324-0638 for further information.
Hoffman Hospice is asking volunteers interested in helping serve the needs of its clients and families to set aside time beginning Sept. 13 for Volunteer In Home training. Training will be held 6-9 p.m. Monday and Wednesday evenings for six weeks. Snacks will be served. Call Kim Pounder, 410-1010, or visit its website for a volunteer application at www.hoffmannhospice.org.
Kern Assistive Technology Center (KATC) is looking for assistance to raise awareness of the organization and services in the community. Duties include organizing and writing success stories, scheduling speaking engagements, coordinating with local media, coordinating with a marketing committee to develop brand recognition and implement campaigns through mail, e-mail, social media and in person. Contact Aaron, 852-3291, for more information.
Operation: Soulwinners Children's Network of Hope needs volunteers to help with children's homework, tutoring and to assist with weekly children's events. If you would love to help children thrive and grow strong, call Ray at 348-1002.
Parkview Julian Convalescent, a friendly and active environment for seniors, is looking for long-term volunteers who would enjoy helping with daily group activities. Call 395-9780.
Habitat for Humanity -- Golden Empire is seeking volunteers to work in its ReStore, at 622 Jackson St., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, or 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. Sales associates, cashiers, furniture assemblers and general volunteers are needed. Sales of new and used items are used to raise funds needed to build homes for local families. Saturday help is especially needed. Call 861-8449 to sign up.
Bakersfield Homeless Shelter needs tutoring volunteers for children in kindergarten through 4th grades 3:30-5:30 p.m., Monday-Thursday. High school seniors and older adults are welcome. Pick one day or more, and call Jerri Alvarado, 322-9199, ext. 110, to sign up.
Kern Adult Literacy Council invites volunteers who would like to change someone's life forever to join its Family Literacy Program that offers free literacy instruction for all Kern County residents and their families. Call 324-3213 for more information on how you can help.
ProCare Hospice is seeking volunteers to assist its office staff. Call 864-0490 for information.
Optimal Hospice Care invites people to join its Volunteer Karaoke Singers Group to entertain patients and other residents who live in facilities. Team members will also go into personal residences, upon request, to take this popular program to patients and their families. Call the volunteer office at 716-4000 or e-mail kbudnick@optimalcares.com for more information.
Center for Blind and Visually Impaired is seeking volunteers to assist its staff with reader service, client outreach, as kitchen assistants, instructional aides, arts and crafts and facility maintenance. Contact the center between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., Monday through Thursday, at 322-5234.
For more volunteer opportunities, call the Volunteer Center of Kern County at 395-9787 or visit Volunteercenter.info.
