Volunteer Opportunities
Driver Escort Program:
Volunteer Driver. Use your own vehicle to transport an elderly or disabled person to medical appointments, to help someone with low vision attend a support group, and so much more. Mileage reimbursement provided. You assist on your schedule. For more information contact the Transportation Coordinator at 647-4616.
Guardian:
When an adult does not have the mental capacity to make their own decisions, the Adult Protective Services Social Worker will petition the court to appoint a guardian. We are seeking individuals who are trustworthy, caring, helpful and compassionate. A guardian has no financial responsibility or obligation to provide direct care to the individual. A guardian's role is to be an advocate regarding health and financial matters, making decisions in the person best interest and assisting the person in navigating through tough decisions. The Adult Protective Services Social Worker will provide support and training on the role and duties of a guardian. For more information contact the Adult Protective Services Social Worker at 608-647-8821.
Committee Members:
Committee members provide the voice of our Richland County citizens into the delivery of services at the ADRC. Per diem and mileage reimbursement are provided. Community members are encouraged to inquire about periodic opportunities for appointment to the following committees:
- Transportation Coordinating Committee This Committee oversees the Driver Escort program and the coordination of transportation service in Richland County. Please contact the ADRC Manager at 647-4616.
- Commission on Aging and Disability This Commission advises on program services for the Aging and Disability Resource Center. Please contact the ADRC Manager at 647-4616.
- Regional Aging and Disability Resource Center Governing Board This Board provides oversight for the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Southwest Wisconsin-North serving Crawford, Richland, and Juneau Counties. Please contact the Regional ADRC Manager at 608-547-0546.
Richland County Senior Nutrition Program:
The Richland County Senior Nutrition Program provides meals to individuals over the age of 60 in our community. Individuals can join us at one of our three dining sites or can also receive home delivered meals, if they meet certain qualifications. In order to meet the needs and ensure food security, the program needs volunteers to help. For more information contact the Nutrition Program Coordinator at 608-647-4616.
- Driver for Meal on Wheels: Deliver meals to homebound individuals within the city limits of Richland Center - Monday thru Friday - no holidays. Routes can be delivered in less than one hour. Mileage reimbursement is available.
- Meal Site worker: Assist with serving and clean-up at one of our three Richland County meal sites located in Richland Center, Rockbridge and Germantown.
