Volunteers are Essential to Lighting the Way

You can help support seniors in our community by becoming a Senior Engagement Volunteer!

Sunbeam is looking for 100 volunteers to donate their time and talents to join the nonprofit’s Senior Engagement Program.

Does this describe you?

• You are looking for a way to volunteer and give back to our community.
• You love helping seniors.
• You enjoy connecting with people.
• You are dependable.

What is the impact of the Senior Engagement Program?

This program encourages independence and self-sufficiency by helping Oklahoma seniors stay active in their lives, connected to their communities, and supports aging in place.

What would you do as a Senior Engagement Volunteer?

• You will be partnered with a senior from our community.
• You will connect with a senior, invest in their well-being, and support them through a variety of opportunities, such as:
  • Engagement activities – movies, puzzles, physical activities, companionship and more.
  • Respite Care – allowing a Caregiver an opportunity to take time for self-care.
  • Tasks Assistance Activities – meal preparation, gardening and more.
• Volunteer at least 1.5 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months.
• Attend ongoing training.

Who do you contact to volunteer?

Fill out this online application or contact  Melva Franklin, Senior Engagement Volunteer Coordinator, at (405) 609-8930 or email mfranklin@sunbeamfamilyservices.org.