WHAT IS RSVP ?
RSVP is an invitation to serve created by Congress in 1969, it established a national network of service programs to provide older Americans the opportunity to contribute to their community. Deschutes County RSVP formed in 1997 under the sponsorship of St. Charles Medical Center with a state funded grant and is partially funded by the Corporation of National and Community Service. Central Oregon Council on Aging (COCOA) became the local program sponsor in 2006.
The goal of RSVP is to expand and support the valuable services that we offer to the community. We coordinate over 700 senior volunteers with opportunities that best fit their talents and desires. Our volunteers serve countless hours delivering Meals on Wheels to seniors and disabled persons, help Habitat for Humanity build homes for the homeless, and work with the KID’S Center serving abused kids and mentor & tutor children. And we distribute books to underprivileged youth through our new “First Books” program along with meeting many other community needs.
At RSVP of Deschutes County, we believe that Volunteers are a community’s greatest resource and they do Make a Difference. We also know volunteers often bring years of exprperience to their volunteer positions, offering a wide range of skills and abilities in service to their communities. That is why RSVP program’s flexibility encourages people 55 years and up to put their creativity and problem-solving skills to work. Through the combined energies of volunteers and agencies - “all us working together we will make a difference in our communities.
Benefits:
In addition to the satisfaction of doing important, worthwhile work and belonging to a caring, active group of people, there are other benefits available to RSVP volunteers:
• Limited meal and transportation reimbursement for those who may need it.
• Excess accident and personal liability insurance while volunteering.
• Supplemental auto insurance coverage while traveling directly to and from the RSVP assignment.
• A centralized listing of RSVP volunteer assignments available in the community.
• Personal consultation in selecting a volunteer opportunity that is a good match.
• A bi-monthly newsletter providing information for and about volunteers.
Who Can Volunteer?
Any person 55 years and older willing to share time, talent and skill for the betterment of the community is eligible to join RSVP. Volunteers will complete enrollment information, receive an orientation to volunteering and will be referred to a volunteer assignment(s) suited to his/her interests and capabilities.
What Organizations Can Receive RSVP Assistance?
Any public or non-profit community agency or organization may apply to be a RSVP volunteer station. A memorandum of understanding will be signed outlining the responsibilities of RSVP and the participating program. Interested agencies are
invited to contact RSVP at
Phone: 541.548.8817Advisory Board
An advisory board advises and assists the project staff and sponsor. The board will include representation from the community served by the RSVP. Anyone interested in serving on the board or with suggestions for board members is encouraged to ....
Call RSVP at 541.548.8817 Office Fax: 541.548.2893Deschutes County RSVP1135 SW Highland AvenueRedmond, OR 97756Want to Start Volunteering? Need a Volunteer?
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