Volunteer Chore Program offered at Opportunity Council - Whatcom County

1111 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225

Eligibility

Low-income Whatcom County residents ages 60 and older as well as those with functional disabilities who have needs that cannot be met by family members, friends, church, or other community programs.

Hours

M-Th, 9am-noon, 1-4pm.

(360) 734-5121

Voice

Websitehttps://www.whatcomvolunteer.org/volunteer-chore-program/

Email[email protected]

Application process

Call or complete online application.

Fees

Volunteers cannot be compensated for their time.

Service area

Whatcom, WA

Other Information

Disabilities & Health Conditions

General Disabilities

Age Group

Older Adults (65+)

Coordinates volunteers to help older adults and adults with functional disabilities remain independent in their own homes. Currently accepting requests for:

Dog walking
Yard care
Outdoor repairs
Grocery shopping
Housekeeping & cleaning
Medical Transportation (within Whatcom County only)

Services specifically excluded are friendly visiting, companionship, respite care, reassurance calls, moving assistance, and personal care tasks. All services provided on a limited basis depending on volunteer availability.

Data provided by

Washington 211

What's Here

General Yard Work Health/Disabilities Related Volunteer Opportunities Non-Emergency Medical Transportation General Minor Home Repair Programs Construction/Home Maintenance Volunteer Opportunities Errand Running/Shopping Assistance

Providing organization

Opportunity Council - Whatcom County

Provides a range of services including helping people in crisis meet immediate needs while providing long-term support. Opportunity Council works to help people improve their lives through education, support, and direct assistance while advocating for just and equitable communities.