Aging Matters Aging Matters: Online, telephone Medicare workshop Monday
Aging Matters
'Welcome to Medicare' online workshop
The Shepherd's Center of
The session will be held from
The session is designed to explain and clarify the Medicare signup process and educate attendees on how to make smart choices.
Space is limited and reservations are required.
For more information or to make a reservation, call 336-748-0217 or email [email protected].
Kernersville Shepherd's Center needs drivers
The Shepherd's Center of
At The Shepherd's Center of
Help with Medicare open enrollment
The annual Medicare open enrollment is taking place through
Annual enrollment assistance will be provided by volunteers and staff members of the Shepherd's Center of
The open enrollment sessions will help Medicare beneficiaries review their Medicare Advantage and drug plans and make changes if necessary for 2022.
Appointments are required and can be made by calling the Shepherd's Center at 336-748-0217 from
Holiday tour of Reynolda House for caregivers
Family caregivers are invited to join other caregivers for a holiday tour of Reynolda House at
A hands-on art experience is included, along with a lunch option.
The deadline for registration is
For more information, or to register, contact
This event is provided by the It's All About You Caregiver Program, sponsored by The Shepherd's Center of
Literacy project needs volunteers
Read Write Spell needs volunteers to serve as tutors to school students. Training, support and all of the tools necessary for success are provided.
A one-hour online information session will be held at noon
For more information or to register, visit www.readws.org/becomeatutor.
DAV chapter needs volunteer drivers
The local chapter of the
The DAV provides the vehicle. Volunteers must have a valid driver's license and pass a physical provided by the
For more information or to volunteer, call 336-515-5000, ext. 21479, and leave contact information.
'Medicare 101' seminars set
The seminars explain Medicare's programs and are for anyone turning 65 or on Medicare. Topics include the basics of Medicare, such as signing up for Medicare Parts A and Part B.
The sessions will also explain Part C and Part D.
The seminar is for information only, and no solicitations will be made.
Registration is required and can be made by calling 336-766-1885 or emailing [email protected] for details. You may attend in person or receive a link to securely connect to the meeting, or go to www.mccallins.com.
Volunteer tax preparers sought
The AARP Tax-Aide program completes free personal federal and state tax returns from
Volunteers are needed to prepare the returns. Volunteers should be somewhat computer proficient, have good communication/interpersonal abilities, be detail oriented, and have a willingness to learn. This is an opportunity to help others, work with like-minded individuals, develop new skills, and have a rewarding experience.
Volunteers are also needed to schedule appointments and to verify identification and taxpayer information before assignment to a tax preparer. Training is required, and tax preparers must pass an exam to be certified.
To complete an application go to www.aarp.org/taxaide and hit "Sign Up Today."
AARP Tax-Aide operates in a safe environment in which all volunteers are vaccinated.
For more information, call
Senior Services has an urgent need for volunteers to deliver hot meals to older adults enrolled in its
Deliver any day, Monday through Friday,
Safety protocols are in place with online options for application and orientation.
For more information, visit seniorservicesinc.org or contact
Group opportunities for
Senior Services has several opportunities for corporate, civic or faith-based groups to adopt a specific day to deliver meals each week. Meals are delivered
This is a chance for an organization or group to help support one of Senior Services' most urgent needs.
For more information, contact
Program combats senior loneliness
The Shepherd's Center of
The Phone Pals program trains volunteers in making meaningful social phone calls to older adults.
These calls are meant to provide conversation, friendship and socialization to a senior adult who may live alone or who may spend their days alone while family members are working.
A Phone Pal can expect a weekly phone call.
If you, or someone you know, might be interested in the Phone Pals program, call the Shepherd's Center at 336-748-0217.
RSVP AmeriCorps Seniors seek help
The RSVP AmeriCorps Seniors (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) is looking for volunteers, in-person and online.
You can set your own hours and benefits include "free" supplemental insurance, ongoing recognition and an annual volunteer appreciation event.
Volunteer opportunities include:
• Virtual Reading Buddy: Must have a computer, internet access and strong computer skills. Online Reading A-Z software and training will be provided.
• In-person reading buddies for students in kindergarten through third grade.
• Food Pantry Assistants: Assist with packing food boxes and distributing to clients from
• Food Pantry Clerical Assistants: Must have strong computer skills and input client data. Volunteers are needed for 3½ hours on Mondays and/or Fridays
• Drivers to transport clients to medical appointments (for a partner agency).
• Volunteer recruiters from the following locations:
• Experienced grant writer with excellent oral and written communication skills
• Other: If your area of interest is not listed above, please contact
For more information or to volunteer, email
SECU Family House needs volunteers
The SECU Family House needs groups and volunteers to provide meals to families staying at the house while receiving medical treatment.
These dinners provide much-needed support to adult patients and their caregivers who are away from home for medical care.
The food needs to be prepared off-site and dropped off at the house. Having the meals at the house allows the families to avoid going to restaurants or grocery stores.
To see details, a list of available dates and more information about volunteer opportunities, go to www.familyhousews.org/serve-a-meal or call 336-793-2822 or email [email protected].
Volunteers needed to drive seniors
The Shepherd's Center of
Help your older neighbors stay independent by providing this necessary assistance.
For more information or to volunteer, call
Medicare info sessions planned
The meetings are free and open to the public, but advanced registration is required for any in-person sessions.
For information about upcoming sessions and to register, go to www.MyMedicareClass.com or call the
Trellis offers online planning sessions
Trellis Supportive Care is offering free online advance-care planning sessions via the Zoom video-conferencing platform at
Attendees will be able to complete their living will and health-care power of attorney. Completing these documents will allow someone to be your voice if you can't speak for yourself about your health care.
For more information or to register, email [email protected] or call
You can learn more about advance care planning by visiting www.Gotplans123.org.
November events set at Shepherd's Center
The Shepherd's Center of
Unless otherwise noted, contact
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• Noon Wednesdays: Tai Chi for Body, Mind and Spirit at
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Samaritan Ministries seeks help with meals
Samaritan Ministries needs volunteers for several areas, including the kitchen area to package and serve meals for lunch and dinner.
Under guidance of local and state health officials related to the COVID-19 pandemic, all lunches at Samaritan Ministries are being served to-go. Shelter guests, who undergo careful daily screening, continue to eat meals in the dining room.
The weekday lunch shift for volunteers is from
The Sunday lunch shift is
Volunteers must be 13 or older, agree to a liability waiver, and adhere to strict sanitation guidelines that include wearing a mask, frequent hand washing, and appropriate distancing as recommended by health officials.
Samaritan asks that people who are at higher risk talk with their medical provider about volunteering.
Samaritan Ministries is located at
For more information or to sign up to volunteer, go to samaritan-forsyth.org.
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