[embeddoc url=”https://volunteercaregiving.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/City-BBQ-9-25-18-fundraiser-flyer-2.pdf” download=”all” viewer=”google”]City BBQ located at 1305 Kildaire Farm Road in Cary will donate 25% of your purchase to The Center for Volunteer Caregiving on September 25, 2018 if you give the attached flyer to your wait staff or cashier. This is an easy way to help fund the programs operated by The Center. Come on out and grab …
Elaine Whitford joins The Center as Executive Director
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Center for Volunteer Caregiving Welcomes a New Executive Director Cary, NC – June 8, 2018 – The Board of Directors of The Center for Volunteer Caregiving is pleased to announce the appointment of Elaine Whitford as the organization’s Executive Director. Elaine succeeds Lynn Templeton who led the vision and mission of the Center for twelve years …
Lunch and Learn: From Hoarding to Hope
Clutter has a way of piling up in our homes and for seniors, the piles of stuff can lead to safety issues. That’s why the October Lunch and Learn featured Geralin Thomas of Metropolitan Organizing, LLC.Geralin defines clutter is something that is unused, unloved or unfinished. There are a number of feelings that come up when you consider the attachment …
Volunteering Leads to Friendship and Laughter
Jerina has a hearty laugh that fills even the darkest of rooms with joy. She sees the bright side in life and makes the most of her abilities that are limited due to being born with Cerebral Palsy. Her disorder affects her movements including muscle control and coordination primarily on her right side.Over the years Jerina learned ways to make …
Lunch and Learn: Hike Your Way to Better Health
Make time for a special Lunch and Learn on Tuesday, March 13 from 1 – 2 p.m. at the Five Points Center for Active Adults located at 2000 Noble Road in Raleigh.Our guest presenter is author and hiking expert James Klopovic who will share how the senior population can take advantage of places like Umstead, The Eno River State Park, …
Have a Heart for Seniors
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to connect with our older loved ones. The time spent together can be just as good for their health as it is for yours. We have a special Have a Heart for Seniors Volunteer Orientation scheduled for Feb. 13 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at our Cary office located at 1150 SE Maynard, Suite …
Friday Feature; Celebrating Friendships
It’s been a little more than a year ago that Judy was matched with a volunteer named Carol. Judy’s husband John is her primary caregiver. He wanted a volunteer to help Judy one day a week while he ran errands. The match has been a happy one for the three of them. “Judy’s quick wit keeps me in stitches! She is …
The Center for Volunteer Caregiving to receive The George Maddox Award
It’s time to celebrate! The Center for Volunteer Caregiving will receive the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Service’s George Maddox Award at The Center’s annual fundraising gala event on Friday, February 9 from 6 – 10 p.m. at N.C. State University Club in Raleigh, NC.Participants will dance the night away at The Center’s 2018 Red Carpet Rendezvous and …
Ring in the New Year with Service
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service is a chance to start the year off right by making an impact in your community. This year, consider honoring Dr. King’s legacy by becoming a year-round volunteer helping Wake County seniors, adults with disabilities and family caregivers. By attending an orientation on MLK Day, you will learn about the The Center for …