Office for the Aging seeks volunteers

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POUGHKEEPSIE – The Dutchess County Office for the Aging (OFA) is seeking volunteers, according to Director Todd Tancredi.  The Home Delivered Meals (HDM) program offered by the OFA helps reduce the stresses of cabin fever, said the agency’s newsletter.

Becoming an Office for the Aging Home Delivered Meals (HDM) volunteer is one way to safely spend some time in the community while helping the county’s homebound
seniors continue living independently. Volunteers not only help the seniors maintain
good nutrition while also providing a moment of companionship for those who need it most.

The OFA is willing to work within the limits of the volunteer’s schedule. Those seeking to help can volunteer for as much or as little time as they have available, anywhere in the county.

Historically, OFA’s greatest need for volunteers is in the cities of Beacon and Poughkeepsie, along with rural Dutchess County.

Volunteer and substitute drivers are typically needed on weekday mornings, for about 2-3 hours. Drivers are screened every day for COVID symptoms. The drivers wear face coverings, use hand sanitizer regularly, and the meal deliveries are contact-free. The volunteer drivers are insured, and mileage reimbursement is available for volunteers who use their own vehicles.

Find out more by contacting OFA at (845) 486-2555, or email ofa@dutchessny.gov.




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