{"id":51348,"date":"2017-11-05T20:18:17","date_gmt":"2017-11-06T01:18:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=51348"},"modified":"2017-11-05T20:18:17","modified_gmt":"2017-11-06T01:18:17","slug":"youth-adult-volunteer-opportunities-volunteer-center-lehigh-valley-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=51348","title":{"rendered":"Youth \u00a0& Adult Volunteer Opportunities from the Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley"},"content":{"rendered":"

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COMPEER OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY, Allentown <\/b>needs volunteers for one-on-one friendship matches.\u00a0 Compeer matches volunteers from the community with members who are in stable, mental health recovery.\u00a0 Volunteers spend time with the member doing things like talking over a cup of coffee, taking a walk, going to a free concert, and many more.\u00a0 Hours are flexible and available in both Northampton and Lehigh Counties.\u00a0 Call 610-774-1450<\/a> or email compeer@pbfalv.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n
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HAVEN HOUSE, Allentown <\/b>is looking for groups or individuals to coordinate Holiday Collection Drives of NEW cold-weather items (hat, gloves, and scarves), kids’ items (crayons, stickers, etc.), winter care items (chapstick, lotions, etc.) and more.\u00a0 Items will be distributed to their clients with mental illness, those with limited access to transportation, and limited resources.\u00a0 Call Lori Richardson, 610-433-6181 x214<\/a>, lrichardson@haven-house.com<\/a>.<\/div>\n
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LEHIGH COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY, Allentown <\/b>needs volunteers to help with a Bowl-a-Thon at Hampton Lanes Bowling Alley, Northampton from 12pm-3:30pm<\/span><\/span> on Sunday, November 19th<\/sup>.\u00a0 Duties include check people in to tournament, help make baked goods, help run bake sale, and help with basket raffle.\u00a0 This is a fundraiser event for the benefit of the Humane Society.\u00a0 Call Shannon Lauchnor, 610-797-1205 x308<\/a>, shannon@lehighhumane.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n
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MANITO LIFE CENTER, Allentown <\/b>is in need of a Night Check Team to assist in daily evening care of their equine partners.\u00a0 Night check times can be flexible, but are done in the evening to ensurehorses have access to water and hay at all times.\u00a0 Training will be provided.\u00a0 Volunteers must have reliable, consistent transportation; should be available at least one day per week, but flexible spots are open for those who cannot commit to weekly.\u00a0 Call Alicia Pramik, 610-433-3707<\/a>,aliciapramik@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/div>\n
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MEALS ON WHEELS OF NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, Bethlehem <\/b>is seeking meal delivery volunteers (18+years).\u00a0 Volunteer daily or as little as twice each month, according to your availability.\u00a0 Volunteers must possess a valid driver’s license and have car insurance.\u00a0 Application process includes criminal background check, orientation, and on-the-road training.\u00a0 Call Keri Young, 610-691-1030 x20<\/a>, kerig@mealsonwheelspa.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n
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PLEASURE OF YOUR COMPANY THERAPY DOGS, INC., Kutztown <\/b>seeks volunteers with therapy dogs to visit residents of various Lehigh Valley nursing homes.\u00a0 Bringing smiles to people’s faces is their pleasure.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Therapy dog teams must be registered PoYC tested teams.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0For more info, call Helene Skopek-Krygier, 570-814-6078<\/a>, poycdogs@yahoo.com<\/a>.<\/div>\n
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SACRED HEART HOSPITAL, Allentown <\/b>is in need of reliable volunteers to brighten the lives of their patients and visitors.\u00a0 Many assignments are available, including Gift Shop, running errands, assisting patients\/visitors, or greeting in their short-procedure waiting room.\u00a0 Training will be provided.\u00a0 Call Beth Fogel, 610-776-5413<\/a>, bfogel@shh.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n
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SENIOR CORPS RSVP of LEHIGH, NORTHAMPTON & CARBON COUNTIES, Bethlehem <\/b>needs Driver\/Escort volunteers and volunteers to do Grocery Shopping for senior citizens and\/or individuals with disabilities.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Driver\/Escorts provide rides to\/from appointments.\u00a0 Grocery shop once or twice a month.\u00a0 Some shopping assignments may include transporting someone to and accompanying them through the store.\u00a0 Hours are flexible based upon your availability and needs.\u00a0 Call Diane Schrameyer, 610-393-1165<\/a>, dms1408@hotmail.com<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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Have items to donate or want to coordinate a collection?\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Click here<\/a> for list of requested items from Member Agencies.<\/strong><\/div>\n

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