Summer 2019

Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)

120 NE 136th Ave, Suite 215, Vancouver WA 98684 www.hsc-wa.org

P: 360-735-3683 F: 360-694-6716 E: rsvp@hsc-wa.org

SPECIAL POINTS OF INTEREST: Summer Volunteer Opportunities……2 Partner Spotlight - BGHC…………….3 Why I Volunteer Continued…………..4 Villages Clark County………………....4 CCHM Walking Tours………………...5

Welcome KXRW……………………....6 Recycled Arts Fair………………........6 Clark County Food Bank…………….7 Courthouse Volunteers Needed…….8 Summer Opportunities Continued….8 Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities…..9

Volunteer

Connections

Mission:

“To connect the

wisdom,

experience, and

talents of

volunteers with

opportunities to

enrich the quality

of life for

themselves and

their

communities.”

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HSCVolunteerConnections

Why I Volunteer….

Sometimes we receive priceless gifts from great losses. When my mother and

grandfather passed away within a few months of each other three years ago, I was

privileged enough to receive some of these valuable gifts. I discovered myself in

the midst of the “grieving process”. The pain, at times, was more than I could

bear. I seemed to be completely self-absorbed with my grief. In the past, I had

learned that the act of helping others could refocus my attention and ease any nega-

tive emotions I might be feeling.

Considering this fact, I made the decision to volunteer at the library. Donating my

free time to help others has made a profound difference in my life. The results of

volunteering were and continue to be some of the greatest gifts I have ever re-

ceived.

Initially, I did not realize any effects from my volunteer work. However, I soon

began to notice that I was helping others without being aware of it. My co-workers

would tell me what it meant to have me work at the library and how much I was

helping them. They said that some of the tasks at the library could not have been

accomplished without my help. This unsolicited support was a great boost to my

self-worth. This elevation of my spirits was sorely needed as my grieving had left

me feeling as though I had no purpose.

I now have a great sense of fulfillment helping others. By sorting, pricing, and dis-

playing the older materials, I am able to make available to patrons books and mag-

azines that might not be found elsewhere. I also receive great satisfaction from

directing students to appropriate study materials. As my knowledge increases, I am

able to help more and more people as time passes.

I now find that I also have a real sense of accomplishment from the work I have

been doing. When I first worked in the book sale area, disorder was the rule and

customers would often complain about being unable to find certain materials. Now

patrons are able to easily locate books and magazines on any subject.

One of the nicest results of my volunteering has been making new friends. When I

was going through this “grieving process” I came to realize just how valuable

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Ongoing Opportunities Continued….10 Mark Your Calendar………………….10 Staffing Updates……………………...10 Timesheet……………………………..11

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Summer Volunteer Opportunities - Call 360-735-3683

Summer is a great time to take advantage of the warm weather and enjoy our beautiful Pacific Northwest, while giving

back to our community at the same time. Spending time with your grandkids? Many of these opportunities would be a

great way to help instill the value and importance of volunteering so that they continue to share in the fun as they grow

older and give back.

Metropolitan Performing Arts is dedicated to enriching our community by nurturing a lifelong

passion and appreciation for life arts through education and performance opportunities. It is their

goal to involve, cultivate, nurture and enhance. They are moving and building a theater so they need

help starting in June with painting, organizing, taking photos, basic sewing, outside clean up,

moving and much more! Any help you can provide is appreciated. They welcome volunteers as

young as 12 years old so if you have a child, or grandchild you’re looking to spend some time with

this summer volunteering, this is the perfect position for you! Times are flexible!

Columbia Little League needs volunteers to help as Concession Workers. Duties include

welcoming guests at the concession stand, taking orders for food and beverage, presenting prices and packing options,

processing cash payments, operating the food preparation equipment, and maintaining the stand as clean and sanitized.

Volunteers are needed to serve shifts that are available through July on Tuesdays and

Thursdays 5 - 9 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 1 – 5 p.m. Minimum age is 16.

Clark County Public Works, Parks and Land Division is looking for VINE Squad

Volunteers to help remove invasive English Ivy from two parks. This will entail using

hand pruners and loppers to cut ivy from trees and to remove it from the ground. The

LeRoy Haagen Park activity is held from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. June 20, July 11, July 25 & August 8. The Tenny Creek Park

activity will be from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. June 27, July 18, August 1 and August 15. Minimum age is 10 and volunteers will

need to bend, squat and stand for long periods of time.

Columbia Springs is a historic park providing nature based educational programming. Their mission is to offer a unique

setting and educational experiences that foster a greater awareness of the natural world

and inspire stewardship. Volunteers are needed for Stewardship Saturdays on July 13, August 3 and September 14 from 9

a.m. – 12 p.m. Public service events are perfect for people who want to spend a couple of hours working outside at the

Columbia Springs 100-acre natural area. These drop-in events greatly increase their

ability to maintain their site and continue to host field trips, festivals, and the general

public. Each event will be slightly different, as the needs of their site change throughout

the year. Projects typically include planting native plants, removing invasive species,

trail maintenance, and improving the accessibility and safety of the site. Columbia

Springs will provide snacks, tools, gloves, training, and trained volunteer group leaders.

Signing up ahead of time to participate in a stewardship event is required. Groups are

welcome, just let them know how many will be in your group. Minimum age is 7 and

volunteers are asked to bring a water bottle, wear closed-toe shoes, and dress in outdoor/work-appropriate clothing.

REACH Community Development is seeking volunteers to help with their Summer Lunch Program. Are you passionate

about working with youth? Then this is a great summer position for you! Volunteers help distribute free lunches to

REACH residents and community members while building positive relationships, having fun and making a difference.

Lunches are served Wednesday through Friday from 12 - 1 p.m.

Clark County Public Works Parks Division is seeking volunteers to help with the

Frenchman’s Bar Park Litter Cleanup Event located at 8800 NW Lower River Road.

Volunteers are needed on Saturday June 22, July 27, August 24, and September 28 from 9

a.m. – 12 p.m. Volunteers will be collecting litter from throughout the park, along the banks

of the Columbia River, and a Blurock Landing. These efforts will help prevent trash from

entering the Pacific Ocean. Parking passes will be provided. Volunteers should be able to

navigate uneven terrain, bend, crouch, kneel and reach.

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Nonprofit Partner Spotlight:

Battle Ground HealthCare

“Our Mission is To HELP!”

Over 61,000 people in Clark County qualify for our help. Battle Ground

HealthCare is a 501c3 nonprofit group that is a community and faith based

organization. Many local churches, businesses and individuals within our

community have provided goods, services, and many hours of volunteer time

because they care about their neighbors and want to serve those in need. We want

to improve the medical and dental health of our community, reduce the costs of emergency room visits, and

improve the quality of life of many of our neighbors. We are providing free chronic medical care and limited dental

services.

Battle Ground HealthCare simply would not be able to provide services without their volunteers who are the heart

and soul of their organization. All it takes is a few hours a week, or even a month, to help bring health, hope and

healing to the community and make a difference for the uninsured and under-insured in North Clark County!

Receptionist are needed to answer phones and assist clients with questions about clinic services, greet walk-in

clients, make appointments, and check-in clients when appropriate. Applicants who are willing to learn the medical

records system are preferred but not required. Interested individuals need to have some computer skills, or be

willing to learn. The current shifts available are Tuesdays 6 - 9 p.m., Wednesday and Fridays 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 1

– 5 p.m.

Volunteer Licensed Massage Therapists are needed to perform therapeutic massage in order to relieve pain, help

rehabilitate injuries, improve circulation, and aid in the general wellness and positive health of patients of the clinic.

Volunteer Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapists are also an integral part of this team that helps

ensure that neighbors in North Clark County should have access to health services when managing chronic pain and

receiving rehabilitation services. Join the Battle Ground HealthCare team today. A few hours a month commitment

volunteering in one of these positions fits nicely into even the busiest of schedules, and can make a real difference

in the lives of patients needing this treatment.

Special education programs provided by Battle Ground HealthCare also need the assistance of experienced

volunteers and licensed professionals:

Taking Back My Life Chronic Pain Self-Management Courses provides education from physical therapists,

occupational therapists, mental health and nutrition specialists for those suffering from chronic pain from a back or

neck injury, fibromyalgia, diabetes or other chronic pain conditions.

Diabetes Self-Management Classes teach people with diabetes how to better manage their health. This class has 3

sessions that are two hours each.

Cooking Matters with Diabetes, in collaboration with the Clark County Food Bank, teaches cooking skills, how

to shop on a budget, recipes, and nutrition information focused on diabetes. This class has 6 sessions that are two

hours each.

Lunch & Learns are held the second Tuesday of every month from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. This monthly event teaches

attendees about services the clinic provides. Volunteer teams are needed to help plan and coordinate these monthly

events. Attend the next one yourself to find out more about Battle Ground HealthCare. After you do, we’re sure

you’ll want to stay and volunteer!

Call RSVP at 360-735-3683 or email us at rsvp@hsc-wa.org for more information!

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Why I Volunteer Continued….

friendship can be. I developed a new appreciation for this type of relationship. I discovered that I could not have too

many friends.

Some of the friends I made are also volunteers who are of the same mind as I am in

their wish to help others. Other new friends are the patrons who benefit from the

book sale area. As customers they value my work and the services I can offer them

at the library.

Volunteering has resulted in many positive effects in my life. Being a help to others,

gaining a sense of accomplishment from the work I do, and making many new

friends has made a tremendous difference in the way I think about myself. Becom-

ing a volunteer grew out of the pain of deaths in my family, however, it has truly

given me some of the greatest gifts I may ever receive.

~ Summer A. Reede, New Member to RSVP Clark County

Villages Clark County supports local seniors by providing assistance that allows them to stay in

their homes longer, and as safety and inexpensively as possible. To make this happen volunteers

work hard behind the scenes to help this process along. You too can be part of this sweeping national

grassroots movement right here in Clark County by assisting the Operations Team! Volunteers are

need to respond to office phone calls and emails, process member request for services utilizing a spe-

cialized computer system, and assist with recording service requests after volunteers complete activi-

ties. See what a difference volunteering at Villages Clark County has made in Volunteer John’s life!

John learned about the value of community service very early in his life as a Boy Scout, while

achieving his Eagle Scout award. The desire to contribute to his community and to the nation, and a

keen sense of competition in sports and academics led him to an appointment to the Air Force Acade-

my and a 30-year career in the Air Force (AF). His personal faith and his experience in AF leader-

ship positions taught him that the most effective leader is first a servant of those he leads.

John said, “When I moved to Vancouver, I wanted to volunteer in a program that would make a lasting difference in my

community. The aging-at-home Village concept just seemed right to me…neighbors helping neighbors, as it should be!”

So, from the very beginning efforts of Villages Clark County (VCC) in 2016, John saw the need to let others know about

the program. He has helped lead the Marketing and Outreach efforts of VCC for the past three years.

Before his own mother was displaced from her apartment due to health reasons, John saw that she and others in their 80’s

and 90’s were actively living life, and enjoying it. They would get some help from family, friends, or neighbors for

hanging plants, help with shopping, or other tasks, but they lived independent, happy lives. This is what John and others

in VCC are actively promoting, providing friends and neighbors to help people stay independent. So, he devotes a lot of

time now in speaking at churches, civic organizations, public talks in libraries, and other venues. “When I tell our story,

the Villages story, I relate examples of helping seniors declutter from downsizing, giving rides to go shopping or to the

doctor, trimming some hedges, or just visiting. The simple kindness of listening is often the best gift of all.”

John’s focus on telling the story has helped enlist support for developing the VCC website, operating a Face Book page,

publishing a monthly newsletter, advertising and writing an editorial in local media, reaching out to all Vancouver and

Clark County Neighborhood Associations, and even speaking on a local radio interview. One primary goal of his is to

excite and involve more volunteers and members in helping to tell the story…their story, of why the Village is important

to them. “I just want Villages Clark County to be the self-supporting, self-staining, and even culture-changing program

that it has been shown to be in other Villages across the country.”

Villages Clark County - Join John In This Grassroots Effort

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Community Connections

Clark County History Walking Tours—2019 Season

Clark County Historical Museum kicked off its 2019 History

Walking Tours with a weekend exploring Vancouver’s Officers

Row on Friday, May 31, and Saturday, June 1. This annual and

popular series offers Clark County residents and visitors the

opportunity to visit several of the area’s most fascinating

neighborhoods and city centers.

“Summer is the right time to wander through and learn the stories

of people who have lived, worked, and carved out their places in

Clark County,” said Brad Richardson, CCHM executive director.

“Our history tours are a fascinating glimpse through the windows

of time, offering a mix of memories, research, and architectural

details.”

Guides will lead up to 25 people for approximately a mile, making

frequent stops along the way to view buildings, tell stories, and

answer questions. Good walking shoes and balance aids are

recommended; terrain varies and consists mostly of city sidewalks.

Most tours begin at 12 p.m. Fridays and 9 a.m. Saturdays, with each week highlighting a different

destination. Details for each event can be found by visiting the CCHM Facebook page at

www.facebook.com/cchmuseum.

Vancouver tours highlight the following locations: Lower Main Street (June 21-22), Middle Main Street

(June 28-29), Uptown Village (July 12-13), Hough Neighborhood (July 19-20), Arnada Gardens (July

21), and Old City Cemetery (July 26-27).

Tours around the county include Downtown Ridgefield (Aug. 2-3), Downtown Camas (Aug. 9-10), and

Downtown Battle Ground (Aug. 16-17).

All are welcome on the tours, though they are best suited for those 13 years and older. A reservation is

required for all individuals over the age of six, and tours happen rain or shine. Please dress and hydrate

appropriately. There are no restroom stops on the tours.

Reservations are $10.00 for CCHM members and $12.00 for non-members. For residents within the

Ridgefield zip code, the Downtown Ridgefield tours are free of charge.

To make your tour reservation, visit https://cchmuseum.ejoinme.org/summer_walking_tours. For more

information, visit the CCHM Facebook page at www.facebook.com/cchmuseum, or contact the museum

at 360-993-5679 or events@cchmuseum.org.

Clark County has much to offer in terms of events and activities at local nonprofits.

We want to connect you with nonprofits where you can volunteer, and we also want to connect you to fun

activities that help nonprofits meet their mission and the community’s needs as a whole!

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Welcome one of our new community partners… KXRW Vancouver 99.9FM is Vancouver’s only independent, volunteer-powered, values-

driven, community-supported nonprofit community radio station. They are dedicated to

delivering quality programming with an emphasis on local voices, and are committed to

sharing knowledge and information to build a stronger community, based on inclusion, di-

versity and social justice in Southwest Washington and beyond. KXRW is looking for com-

mitted volunteer producers that know how to use Hindenburg Journalist software, program

hosts, and field reporters. Workshops are available to teach you the skills you need if you

don’t have prior radio experience. Volunteers are also needed to table at special events and

serve on the Board in a fundraising position.

Community Connections Continued….

The

Recycled

Arts Fair is

changing

the way

people

look at

things.

You can

help them

do that!

40,000 people come

to the Recycled Arts

Festival each year.

They count on vol-

unteers to make the

festival a success.

Volunteers are

needed on Saturday

June 29 and Sunday

June 30 to help with

activities such as

litter pickup, prize

and spin wheel

booth, Sculpture

Garden greeter, sur-

veying visitors

about their experi-

ence, checking-in

other volunteers,

and more.

You can read full

position descrip-

tions and sign up for

specific shifts and

activities online:

https://signup.com/

go/CXeXspp

Hunger is Real…

Join the mission to

alleviate hunger in

Clark County!

The Clark County Food

Bank is a regional food

bank that distributes 6.6

million pounds of food

and 5.5 million meals a

year. They partner with

more than 40 local sites to

serve the food insecure in

our community. With

65,000 hungry individuals

in Clark County, the need

is great, but

they are

here to

help.

Their

mission is

to alleviate

hunger and its

root causes. Achieving

their mission is done in

two parts: providing emer-

gency food relief to indi-

viduals and families as

well as implementing a

preventative stance against

the various causes of hun-

ger.

See the food bank in ac-

tion by visiting them

online and viewing their

informative videos. It’s

the best way to understand

who they are what they

stand for. https://

www.clarkcountyfoodban

k.org/our-videos

There are so many ways to

get involved at the Clark

County Food Bank!

VOLUNTEER AT THE

FARM!

In the summer and fall,

Clark County Food Bank

cultivates and harvests

more than 100,000 pounds

of carrots, squash, and oth-

er vegetables at the 78th

Street Heritage Farm plot,

as well as with many com-

munity growers. They rely

on hundreds of volunteers

annually to sustain this

important hunger relief

effort. Farm work parties

are held on

Wednesdays

and Satur-

days from

9 a.m. to

noon

through the

months of

June to Novem-

ber. Individuals, families

and groups of all ages are

welcome!

VOLUNTEER WITH

FOOD!

Over the course of a year,

the Fresh Alliance volun-

teers sort through nearly

1.7 million pounds of pro-

duce, meat, and dairy do-

nated by local grocery

stores. Volunteers are

needed to sort this food

Monday through

Friday from

10 a.m. – 12

p.m. Train-

ing is re-

quired and

conducted on

site. Don’t have

air conditioning at

your house? This is a great

volunteer opportunity this

summer because this room

is kept nice and cool!

Volunteer Drivers or

Ride Along/Helpers are

an integral part of the food

bank. In this volunteer

position you will drive, or

ride with/support, a 20 ft.

box truck (no CDL

required) to

area gro-

cery

stores.

Teams of

two are

sent out dai-

ly in the early

morning, Monday

through Friday, to pick up

grocery donations. This is

a very active volunteer

position where there is a

significant amount of lift-

ing and volunteers must

get in and out of the truck

multiple times each shift.

The route/volunteer shift

is approximately 2 hours

and volunteers are asked

to commit one day a week.

If you need a more flexi-

ble schedule, trained on-

call volunteers are also

needed. Orientation and

training are provided. In-

terested volunteers should

be able to lift

40-50

pounds,

be able

to fill

out do-

nation

slips, and

provide excellent

customer service and pro-

fessionalism while repre-

senting the Clark County

Food Bank when picking

up donations.

VOLUNTEER WITH

EDUCATION!

CCFB works to alleviate

the root causes of hunger

through its Nutrition Edu-

cation programs. Provid-

ing nutrition knowledge

paired with cook-

ing, gardening,

and grocery

shopping

skills to em-

power clients

in need. Vol-

unteers can help

facilitate classes,

translate teaching, con-

duct cooking demon-

strations, and assist with

event food prep. Classes

are held throughout Clark

County and at various

times throughout the day.

OTHER WAYS TO

HELP! Clerical Assistance is

essential to the facility’s

success. Duties include

answering and directing

phone calls, filing, data

entry, customer service,

light cleaning, and greet-

ing folks who walk

through the front doors.

Shifts are available Mon-

day – Friday from 8 a.m.

to 5 p.m. or anytime in

between. Do you enjoy a

more flexible schedule?

On-call substitutes are

especially needed!

Call RSVP for more in-

formation! 360-735-3683

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SHARE’s Summer Meals Program provides free lunches to children in

Vancouver who are at risk of going

hungry during the summer. SHARE

partners with numerous community

organizations that provide activities for

children during the summer and they

provide the food. This summer SHARE

plans to provide about 20,000 free meals

to children at 20+ locations in Vancouver.

Volunteers are needed to meet at the

Covington Middle School kitchen and

work in groups to chop fruits and

vegetables, make sandwiches, portion

menu items into bags, and pack individual

lunches. Meals will then be counted and

placed into coolers for each site. Help is

needed Monday – Friday 8:30 – 11:30

a.m. Minimum age to help is 10 so this is

a great way to volunteer with your older

grandchildren this summer!

Are you outgoing, friendly,

and like providing excellent

customer service? Volun-

teers are

needed to

staff the

Clark

County

Court-

house

Infor-

mation

Desk.

Duties include greeting the

public, answering questions,

and providing directions to

the appropriate courtroom or

department. Visitors may be

feeling extra emotional or

stressed because of their

need to visit the courthouse,

so volunteers must be pa-

tient, self-motivated, open-

minded, accommodating to

visitors, and work well un-

der pressure in a fast-paced

environment. You'll defi-

nitely have fun and keep

busy your entire shift while

learning a lot about the

court, government, legal

and social matters of Clark

County. Where is City Hall?

Where is the nearest post

office? Where do I go to

take care of...? In a short

time you'll know those an-

swers and much more about

the entire community.

Training provided by experi-

enced, committed volunteers

who donate their time every

week along with numerous

shadowed shifts to observe

volunteer peers. You must

have previous experience

working with the public.

Minimum age is 18 years

old. Four hour shifts are

available Monday - Friday 8

a.m. - 12:15 p.m. or 12:15 -

4:30 p.m. Substitute volun-

teers especially needed for

on call shifts.

Clark County Courthouse Information Desk

Volunteers Needed!

Summer Opportunities Continued….

Vancouver Farmer’s Mar-

ket has a new program for

people who love working with

kids ages 3-11! This season

volunteer as a Produce Pal and

help introduce kids to good

nutrition and learning about

where their food comes from.

Produce Pals help with engag-

ing activities that might in-

clude talks with farmers,

games, or demonstrations ex-

posing the kids to new fruits

and vegetables. Those kids

completing the activity earn a

$2 token to spend on fruits

and veggies of their choosing.

Must love working with kids

and be available either Satur-

day or Sunday mornings June-

August.

NatureScaping of

SW WA’s most im-

portant educational

program is their

Wildlife Botanical

Gardens. Each of the

ten separately themed

gardens require up-

keep by a Garden

Coordinator. This

volunteer opportunity

requires a continuous

commitment of time,

but it can be flexible

to meet your busy

life. If you do not

have gardening expe-

rience, these opportu-

nities are a wonderful

way to learn.

Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities - Call 360-735-3683

View All Our Opportunities Online: www.hsc-wa.org/partner-opportunities

TREESONG NATURE AWARENESS & RETREAT CENTERS fosters stewardship of and connection to na-

ture, community and self through programs for adults, children and families.

Volunteers are needed as Social Media Gurus to build the social media presence

by posting events and information related to programming as well as general

information related to the arts, nature and human wellbeing. Social medial ac-

counts will need to be monitored and communications responded to appropri-

ately. Volunteers are also needed to assist with general office assistance. Duties

may include filing, entering data, maintaining the mailing list, etc.

LIFELINE CONNECTIONS is in need of a Recovery Resource Center Host

to greet people as they come into the center, sell books and merchandise to cus-

tomers and answer the phone. Licensed barbers/hair stylists are also needed to

provide haircuts for resident clients.

LUTHERAN COMMUNITY SERVICES NORTHWEST is seeking ESL Tutors. The ESL Program provides in-

home English tutoring to eligible clients. A commitment of three hours a week, which can be divided and arranged

around your schedule, for a minimum of six months, is asked of each volunteer. Orientation and training are provid-

ed.

THE MARSHALL HOUSE, located on Officer's Row, was built in 1886 as

the quarters for the Post Commander. This house was named for the first Five-

Star General George C. Marshall who served as the commander of Vancouver

Barracks from 1936 – 1938. Volunteers are currently needed to greet visitors,

give tours around the main floor of this historic building, answer the phone,

and decorate the house for different seasons. Volunteers are scheduled de-

pending on their availability. Typically, shifts are mornings 9:00 a.m. - 1:00

p.m. or afternoons from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. once a week.

THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY ROAD TO RECOVERY PRO-

GRAM is seeking Volunteer Drivers. You can help patients access potentially life-saving cancer treatments by vol-

unteering to drive them to and from local treatment centers. Volunteer drivers are desperately needed to donate their

time and resources to take patients to treatment and back home again. They also provide encouragement and support.

Drivers must have a valid driver’s license for the state where they live. They must also have a safe, reliable vehicle

and proof of automobile insurance. Volunteer drivers must have a good driving history and be in good health. Sched-

uling, training, and reporting are all done online so volunteers must have access

to internet and be comfortable working within an online platform.

CLARK COLLEGE COOKING SCHOOL, located at Columbia Tech Center,

offers non-credit, one time cooking classes. Our stylish classroom features an

open floor plan with easy viewing from the curved granite countertop seating,

huge windows and is well-stocked with quality small ware and pantry staples.

We combine classes with quality education for both students new to cooking and

students with cooking experience. We emphasize healthy eating and a "locavore"

- conscious lifestyle with filing and an online learning capacity, our goal is to

provide hands on learning and a delicious experience. Volunteer Cooking School

Assistants are needed to assist instructors with setting up cooking classes offered

in a continuing ed program, each course has a different topic. Prepare food for

cooking, chopping, peeling, washing, setting out foods (veggies, meats, fruits, seafood), set place settings, assist with

house camera, and help students understand what instructor is setting out for the lesson. Volunteers work no more

than three classes per month.

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MARK YOUR

CALENDAR!

THE YWCA OF CLARK COUNTY Court Appointed Special Advocate

(CASA) is a trained volunteer who represents the best interests of a child placed in

the foster care system, ensuring that the child's voice is heard. The CASA gathers

information, follows the child's progress, monitors parent's progress, facilitates pos-

itive communication, and makes recommendations to the Court based on their find-

ings. Thirty hours of pre-service training and 12 hours of annual continuing educa-

tion are provided. The SafeChoice Domestic Violence shelter provides a safe,

supportive environment that is inclusive of survivors of all genders. While at the

shelter, adults have access to advocacy, legal advocacy, information and referrals

to community resources, and support in independent living skills. Volunteer Advocates answer the hotline, provide

advocacy to shelter participants, perform clerical work around the office, assist with donations, and provide general

facilities support. Twenty hours of pre-service training on topics related to domestic violence is provided.

WEST COLUMBIA GORGE HUMANE SOCIETY is seeking dog and cat-loving people to be animal fosters.

Throughout the year, there will be a need for temporary foster homes for animals recovering from surgery or medical

procedures. There may also be animals suffering from anxiety that

will do better in a home placement awaiting adoption, instead of in

the shelter. During the spring and summer kitten foster homes for

kittens too young to be at the shelter or who need to be bottle-fed

are especially needed. Occasionally the dog or cat needing a foster

home may be an elder animal or one with

a medical condition making adoption

challenging, but long-term foster care the

best option. Find out how to become a

foster home for a dog or cat needing a

second chance for a forever home!

CLARK NEIGHBORS FOOD PROJECT/RIDGEFIELD NEIGHBORS FOOD PRO-

JECT is looking for neighborhood coordinators to help expand PROJECT GREEN BAG.

Coordinators sign up their neighbors as participants in this unique opportunity supporting

neighborhood food banks. Coordinators talk to their neighbors, hand out bags, and every

two months pick up the filled bags to take to a central location for distribution to local food

banks. Some limited data entry and ability to send out email reminders about collection times is required, ability to

lift/carry up to 25 pounds helpful.

Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities Continued...

RSVP Office Closed

RSVP STAFFING UPDATES

You’ll be seeing some familiar faces in the RSVP office.

Former Manager Jeanne’ Phipps and Program Aide Marsha

Freshwater have rejoined the program in April.

We look forward to once

again working with all you

wonderful volunteers and

nonprofits that are part of

RSVP!

June 14-21

July 4

Sept. 2

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