Volunteering ideas on the Westside

[cjackson]

My mom is looking for a place to volunteer. Here's the ideal situation:

She needs a place that is in OCC where she can walk to. And a place that is forgiving if she forgets appointments. I've found reminders work for her and writing dates on a calendar. I just wasn't sure if there is such an opportunity in OCC. Anyone have a suggestion? 

[mamawinona]

I don't know if the library has any volunteer opportunities, but it'd be worth checking out the OCC branch - its the Carnegie Library on Pikes Peak behind Bancroft Park.

[cjackson]

Great idea. I'll check that out.

[Dani]

Check the West center (assuming they don't close in a couple weeks).  I'm sure they can find work for her.

[cjackson]

Oooohhh...that's a good one too. Thanks Dani. Would BV have any volunteering also?

[Maida]

Of course she can volunteer at BV!  That would be awesome. If she wants to do that, let me know and I'll give my personal recommendation.  Here's a page for anyone who wants to volunteer in District 11 in any capacity - http://www.d11.org/volunteers/

She could be a Grandfriend -  http://www.d11.org/volunteers/grandfriends/index.htm 

The OCC library definitely has volunteer opportunities - shelving and so forth.  Johanna does this, she might be a good resource for you.  Here's a page with a link to a PDF with opportunities and an application. http://ppld.org/blogs/ppld/?p=91

[cjackson]

Maida, you rock!!! Thanks for all the awesome info! I thought BV would be awesome too! She loves kids. I will totally forward that. Thank you!