{"id":56750,"date":"2017-12-15T21:44:11","date_gmt":"2017-12-16T02:44:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=56750"},"modified":"2017-12-15T21:44:11","modified_gmt":"2017-12-16T02:44:11","slug":"youth-adult-volunteer-opportunities-volunteer-center-lehigh-valley-6-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=56750","title":{"rendered":"Youth \u00a0& Adult Volunteer Opportunities from the Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley"},"content":{"rendered":"

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ALLENTOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT FOUNDATION – <\/b>Allentown School District Health Service is looking for RNs and\/or LPNs to volunteer for their screening team.\u00a0 All school districts in PA are mandated to perform screenings on their students from kindergarten to 12th<\/span><\/sup> grade every school year.\u00a0 Screenings consist of height, weight, vision, hearing and scoliosis.\u00a0 Call Dr. Kim Brannan, 484-765-4059<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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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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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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LEHIGH COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY, Allentown <\/b>is in need of volunteers to help with a large renovation project.\u00a0 They are looking for artists to paint murals, people to help paint walls, clean up storage areas, and individuals to make baked goods and more!\u00a0\u00a0 Call Shannon Lauchnor, 610-797-1205 x308<\/a>, shannon@lehighhumane.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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LEHIGH VALLEY ZOO, Schnecksville <\/b>needs volunteers to help with their Winter Light Spectacular from 5:30-10pm<\/span><\/span> every Wednesday<\/span><\/span> through Sunday<\/span><\/span>, except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day through December 31st<\/span><\/sup>.\u00a0 Volunteers help with games\/activities, snack stands, costumed characters, parking, fire pits, admission, and more.\u00a0 All opportunities are outdoors, so volunteers should dress weather appropriate!\u00a0 Call Julia Bieski, 610-799-4171<\/a>, jbieski@lvzoo.org<\/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\u00a0 Driver\/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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TABOR MENTORING PROGRAM, Bethlehem <\/b>invites volunteers to become mentors and change lives.\u00a0 Tabor’s Mentoring Program matches individuals with children and youth who could benefit from getting a different perspective on life.\u00a0 Matches are made based on personality, common interests, and need.\u00a0 Make a positive influence and a better community, one youth a time.\u00a0 Call Nykea Alvarez Macey, 610-551-5583<\/a>, Nykea.Alvarez-Macey@tabor.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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VOLUNTEER CENTER OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY – Check our website www.volunteerlv.org<\/a> for more holiday volunteer opportunities.\u00a0 Our website is updated regularly.<\/b><\/div>\n

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