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Trained advocates providing information and resources to people over the age of 60. The goal is to assist residents in finding resources to stay in the home and find possible options for alternative living situations. Helps with services such as:- Assist with plans for recreational activities- Caregiver education and support- Caregiver relief- Community education- Consumer protection- Deliver home meals and work with nutrition sites- Forms assistance- Health care directives- Home visits- Medicare Part D enrollment- Nutrition Assistance Program for seniors (NAP)- Partners with Senior Linkage Line and Area Agency on Aging- Scams/fraud- Senior legal rights- Transportation resources- Volunteer recruitment and training

The AmeriCorpsSeniors-Arrowhead Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) engages older adults ages 55 and older in volunteer services to meet community needs and to provide an experience that enriches their lives. Arrowhead Volunteers promotes volunteering by assisting people of all ages, including families, to find volunteer opportunities in their communities. It also provides education and information, networking meetings, and sponsors volunteer events like the annual Volunteer Fair, Purple Ribbon Recognition, and Hall of Fame Volunteer Awards. Volunteers serve Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis counties, including the City of Duluth, through nonprofit organizations and health care facilities, including schools, libraries, hospitals, tourist attractions, nursing homes, animal shelters, food shelves, and a variety of other community programs. Volunteer opportunities involve helping children to read, delivering Meals on Wheels, preserving the natural environment, providing tourist information, friendly visiting, and more. Each volunteer is asked to give 48 or more service hours during the year.

The AmeriCorpsSeniors-Arrowhead Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) engages older adults ages 55 and older in volunteer services to meet community needs and to provide an experience that enriches their lives. Arrowhead Volunteers promotes volunteering by assisting people of all ages, including families, to find volunteer opportunities in their communities. It also provides education and information, networking meetings, and sponsors volunteer events like the annual Volunteer Fair, Purple Ribbon Recognition, and Hall of Fame Volunteer Awards. Volunteers serve Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis counties, including the City of Duluth, through nonprofit organizations and health care facilities, including schools, libraries, hospitals, tourist attractions, nursing homes, animal shelters, food shelves, and a variety of other community programs. Volunteer opportunities involve helping children to read, delivering Meals on Wheels, preserving the natural environment, providing tourist information, friendly visiting, and more. Each volunteer is asked to give 48 or more service hours during the year.

Provides volunteers to help seniors in the community with daily tasks, encouragement to remain active, errands, transportation, and other services. Also provide companionship to seniors. Caring companion volunteers are adults 50 and older.

In Home Care Service is a licensed service that provides an individualized assistance plan to help maintain and support healthy independent aging in the home and community. Aging individuals receive assistance in their home from a trained staff with a daily personal plan which can include household maintenance (laundry/cleaning), personal cares, and/or home management (phone calls, organizing, reading mail, arranging appointments), and socialization.

Matches children in grades?2 - 7 with college student mentors from Carleton College or Saint Olaf College for mentoring relationships that typically last 2 - 4?years.

The AmeriCorpsSeniors-Arrowhead Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) engages older adults ages 55 and older in volunteer services to meet community needs and to provide an experience that enriches their lives. Arrowhead Volunteers promotes volunteering by assisting people of all ages, including families, to find volunteer opportunities in their communities. It also provides education and information, networking meetings, and sponsors volunteer events like the annual Volunteer Fair, Purple Ribbon Recognition, and Hall of Fame Volunteer Awards. Volunteers serve Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis counties, including the City of Duluth, through nonprofit organizations and health care facilities, including schools, libraries, hospitals, tourist attractions, nursing homes, animal shelters, food shelves, and a variety of other community programs. Volunteer opportunities involve helping children to read, delivering Meals on Wheels, preserving the natural environment, providing tourist information, friendly visiting, and more. Each volunteer is asked to give 48 or more service hours during the year.

Adopt-a-block volunteer program: Raking, shoveling, and home repairs.Mentor program: Connects mentors in the community to work with residents to coach, counsel, teach, or model successful behaviors. Mentors are asked to commit to 1 year, 8 hours per week.Never Again, ex-offender services: Part of the housing with services program, these services focus on supporting long-term change. Includes career assistance.Spiritual fishing trips/retreats: Take residents on fishing adventures that double as spiritual retreats. Veteran Outreach: Shelter or transitional housing, support groups for things like alcohol and drug use, and medical appointment transportation.

The AmeriCorpsSeniors-Arrowhead Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) engages older adults ages 55 and older in volunteer services to meet community needs and to provide an experience that enriches their lives. Arrowhead Volunteers promotes volunteering by assisting people of all ages, including families, to find volunteer opportunities in their communities. It also provides education and information, networking meetings, and sponsors volunteer events like the annual Volunteer Fair, Purple Ribbon Recognition, and Hall of Fame Volunteer Awards. Volunteers serve Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis counties, including the City of Duluth, through nonprofit organizations and health care facilities, including schools, libraries, hospitals, tourist attractions, nursing homes, animal shelters, food shelves, and a variety of other community programs. Volunteer opportunities involve helping children to read, delivering Meals on Wheels, preserving the natural environment, providing tourist information, friendly visiting, and more. Each volunteer is asked to give 48 or more service hours during the year.

Provides opportunities for older adults to use their skills, talents, and life experiences to support people in their community. Functions as a large volunteer network connecting older adults with meaningful service roles.Volunteer opportunities include driving, escorting, children and youth services, education and mentoring, environmental projects, public safety, health and human services, libraries, and museums.Services and programs include:- A Matter of Balance: Education series that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels- Bone Builders: Exercise and nutrition program to prevent and manage osteoporosis- Caregiver respite and support- Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP)- Friendly Visiting: Companion program for adults age 60+ offering peer support and social connection- Living Well programs: Including Living Well with Chronic Conditions, Diabetes, and Chronic Pain- Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Self-care education for family caregivers- Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL): Strength, balance, and fitness program- Telephone Reassurance Program: Regular check-in calls to support safety and social connection

Volunteers assist with various services, including Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Meals on Wheels, Senior Café, Home Safety Visits, Family Access Center, fundraising and visibility events, and Board of Directors opportunities.- Assurance/friendly visit calls - Caregiver Respite Volunteer- Child care- Companionship visits - Event planning/fundraising - Food box assembly - Food box/Meals on Wheels delivery driver - Food distribution - Food donation pick up - Grocery shopping - Handy worker - Home safety check- Household helper (housekeeping) - Interpreter - Laundry helper - Lawn mowing/yard work- Packing/moving- Painting - Paratransit driver/transportation - Snow removal- Student tutor- Technology assistance

The AmeriCorpsSeniors-Arrowhead Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) engages older adults ages 55 and older in volunteer services to meet community needs and to provide an experience that enriches their lives. Arrowhead Volunteers promotes volunteering by assisting people of all ages, including families, to find volunteer opportunities in their communities. It also provides education and information, networking meetings, and sponsors volunteer events like the annual Volunteer Fair, Purple Ribbon Recognition, and Hall of Fame Volunteer Awards. Volunteers serve Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis counties, including the City of Duluth, through nonprofit organizations and health care facilities, including schools, libraries, hospitals, tourist attractions, nursing homes, animal shelters, food shelves, and a variety of other community programs. Volunteer opportunities involve helping children to read, delivering Meals on Wheels, preserving the natural environment, providing tourist information, friendly visiting, and more. Each volunteer is asked to give 48 or more service hours during the year.

Matches volunteers with a child, usually one child to one adult for friendship, encouragement, and self-esteem building. Other services include newsletters for parents and volunteers, plus group mentoring activities for youth to build socialization skills.

Non-professional services provided:- Errand running and shopping assistance- Friendly visiting- Light housekeeping- Meal preparation- Mail management and personal correspondence- Repairs and minor maintenance of home and yard, including snow removal. There is insurance coverage for volunteers during the times they are providing CREST services.??- Telephone reassurance- Transportation is available for appointments, church, social engagements, and shopping. Request for transportation must be done 2 days in advance and are not wheelchair accessible. Both curb-to-curb and door-to-door service is available depending on need. No fees and donations are accepted.- Volunteers do not give medications, do not assist in transferring sitting to bed, etc.

Provides an adult to youth mentoring program where children and youth are matched with an adult in Martin County. Girls are matched with female adults and boys are matched with male adults. Either may be matched with volunteer couples or families.

Provides opportunities for older adults to use their skills, talents, and life experiences to support people in their community. Functions as a large volunteer network connecting older adults with meaningful service roles.Volunteer opportunities include driving, escorting, children and youth services, education and mentoring, environmental projects, public safety, health and human services, libraries, and museums.Services and programs include:- A Matter of Balance: Education series that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels- Bone Builders: Exercise and nutrition program to prevent and manage osteoporosis- Caregiver respite and support- Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP)- Friendly Visiting: Companion program for adults age 60+ offering peer support and social connection- Living Well programs: Including Living Well with Chronic Conditions, Diabetes, and Chronic Pain- Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Self-care education for family caregivers- Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL): Strength, balance, and fitness program- Telephone Reassurance Program: Regular check-in calls to support safety and social connection

Offers volunteer opportunities for anyone interested in gaining skills, building confidence, and making a difference in the community. Opportunities include:- Learning Buddies: Connect with local elementary students on school topics for 1-2 hours per week.- Outdoor Chores: Help elderly neighbors by assisting with yard work and seasonal tasks.- Pen Pals: Write monthly letters to elementary students to foster friendship and support their writing skills.- Respite Visitor: Provide companionship and ensure the safety and comfort of a care recipient."

Provides opportunities for older adults to use their skills, talents, and life experiences to support people in their community. Functions as a large volunteer network connecting older adults with meaningful service roles.Volunteer opportunities include driving, escorting, children and youth services, education and mentoring, environmental projects, public safety, health and human services, libraries, and museums.Services and programs include:- A Matter of Balance: Education series that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels- Bone Builders: Exercise and nutrition program to prevent and manage osteoporosis- Caregiver respite and support- Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP)- Friendly Visiting: Companion program for adults age 60+ offering peer support and social connection- Living Well programs: Including Living Well with Chronic Conditions, Diabetes, and Chronic Pain- Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Self-care education for family caregivers- Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL): Strength, balance, and fitness program- Telephone Reassurance Program: Regular check-in calls to support safety and social connection

Connects volunteers with older adults in need of assistance and companionship, offering a national online database of volunteers. Provides relief to caregivers who have become overwhelmed with providing the care. Primarily focuses on providing non-medical assistance to older adults, such as:- Cleaning- Cooking- Entertaining- Gardening- Giving rides- Handiwork- Reading- Shopping

Active Seniors: Provides adults 55+ with a variety of diverse activities such as exercise, wellness, and social/recreation designed to support independenceCare Consultation: Keystone Care Consultants help seniors navigate their health, economic, and social needs. Care managers meet with individuals in their homes or at one of the community centers to conduct an assessment, gather input from caregivers, and create goals. Once the assessment is complete, services may include: setting up rides to a social program, researching housing options, making a referral to an agency that helps with grocery shopping and/or cleaning, providing caregiver support, and accompanying seniors to doctor visits.In-Home Help: Social workers coordinate with Recover Health to provide seniors with in-home nursing care, in-home therapies, and home health aides to assist with daily care.?Tax Preparation Assistance: Provides tax services in coordination with AARP to seniors. Visit the website https://keystoneservices.org/seniors/tax-preparation-assistance/ for an up-to-date schedule.

Provides opportunities for older adults to use their skills, talents, and life experiences to support people in their community. Functions as a large volunteer network connecting older adults with meaningful service roles.Volunteer opportunities include driving, escorting, children and youth services, education and mentoring, environmental projects, public safety, health and human services, libraries, and museums.Services and programs include:- A Matter of Balance: Education series that emphasizes practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels- Bone Builders: Exercise and nutrition program to prevent and manage osteoporosis- Caregiver respite and support- Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP)- Friendly Visiting: Companion program for adults age 60+ offering peer support and social connection- Living Well programs: Including Living Well with Chronic Conditions, Diabetes, and Chronic Pain- Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Self-care education for family caregivers- Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL): Strength, balance, and fitness program- Telephone Reassurance Program: Regular check-in calls to support safety and social connection