Volunteer

Volunteers

Long-time volunteer Eleanor Buchanan and guests at Jacob’s Village

Whether it’s Eagle Scouts beautifying our grounds or church groups leading our residents in devotions and a sing-along, Jacob’s Village is blessed to have a wealth of individuals and groups who volunteer their time and talents to help enrich the lives of all those who live at Jacob’s Village.  If you are looking to spend one-on-one time with individuals who are caring, joyful, and an encouragement to everyone they meet, the residents at Jacob’s Village offer exactly that kind of volunteer opportunity.

Our organization also needs volunteers to help with an assortment of clerical and grounds-keeping tasks.  Below you will find a list of volunteer options that will offer you either direct contact with our residents or other avenues by which you can support our work.  Let us know if any of the listed opportunities interest you.

Helping

Volunteer Opportunities

  • Serve as a pen pal or send birthday or holiday cards to a resident
  • Teach residents to bake, dance, do arts, crafts, music, use a computer, play board games
  • Lead residents in simple sports (e.g. bowling, croquet, swimming) or outdoor adventures
  • Plan and implement holiday or birthday celebrations
  • Host volunteer “giveback” experiences for residents
  • Lead devotional activities
  • Organize special events
  • Shoot high-quality photographs of residents’ activities, for use on our website or in newsletters
  • Plan and/or participate in fundraising activities
  • Distribute information about Jacob’s Village and its services to members of your clubs, congregations, service groups, etc.
  • Landscape our grounds or construct nature walks
  • Serve as an intern
  • Help in the office

If you have a skill or talent not included on our list but would like to volunteer, please get in touch. Jacob’s Village will be delighted to discuss whatever volunteer efforts you are willing to share.

Photography

Otter with Scouts

Our needs continually change.

Please call to find out how you can help.