RSVP Spotlight July - August 2012

Retired Senior Volunteer ProgramSpotlightJuly - August, 2012 Issue 4Retired Senior Volunteer Program2433 Marconi AvenueSacramento, Ca. 95821Phone: 916-875-3631Fax: 916-875-3799Email: DHA-RSVP@saccounty.netWe’re e’re on the Webebhttp://www.rsvpsacramento.comSpotlight Editor: Mary A. . ParkarkerGraphics: Marilyn D. . MurtosHave you moved?Changed your phonenumber? Changedyour volunteer site?No longervolunteering?Please let us know sowe can update ourrecords! 916-875-3631AT MID YEAR, RSVP VOLUNTEERS HAVEGIVEN $740,000 WORTH OF SERVICEHave you ever wondered what the value of your volunteer service is, indollars and cents? According to Independentsector.org, the leadership networkfor non-profits, the current value of one hour of volunteer service is $21.79 (thisfigured was based upon the average hourly wage of all production/nonsupervisoryworkers plus fringe benefits). As of June 2012, RSVP Volunteershave given almost 34,000 hours of service to Sacramento and surroundingcommunities with a dollar value of over $740,000!!Of course, the value of your service goes far beyond the amount of moneysaved by non-profits. A price tag cannot be placed on the skills and dedicationthat you give to organizations and people you serve. Thanks for all that you do!KUDOS TO OUR VOLUNTEERS!On Monday, July 9 th , RSVP Volunteer, Jim Donaghue was featuredin the I Care section of the Sacramento Bee. Jim volunteers at UC DavisHospital in the neonatal unit where he rocks and soothes newborns. He currentlyvolunteers 6 - 7 days/week, 5-7 hours each day. Great job, Jim!○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○RSVP Volunteer, Gail Hoberman was nominated for California Volunteers“Volunteer of the Year” Award for her coordination of the Veterans HistoryProject (VHP). Since the project began, 9 years ago, almost 500 Veterans offoreign wars have been interviewed and stories sent to the Library of Congress.Gail has given more then 5000 hours to this project. The award ceremony willtake place in Los Angeles, CA on July 31, 2012. Good Luck, Gail!!UPDATES NEEDEDPlease take a moment to complete the enclosed form so that we canupdate your driver’s license information. This is needed so we haveaccurate records and can continue to provide you with accidental/supplemental insurance while you are volunteering. THANK YOU!

2NEW VOLUNTEERSThe volunteers listed below recently registered with RSVP and have started volunteering. If you haveattended an RSVP orientation, you will be added to our list of new volunteers and entered into our databaseonce we have received your first timesheet.Mariana Aviles - Kaiser PermanentePaul Henry - California Highway PatrolTerry Reitz - Sacramento Sheriff’s Dept.Lucinda Serynek - RSVP special projectsJennifer Sipe - Elk Grove Food BankSPECIAL THANKS!On May 26 th at the Sacramento Music Festival Parade and June 23 rd atCitrus Heights’ Red, White and Blue Celebration, volunteers representedRSVP and highlighted the Veteran’s History Project. RSVP Volunteers decoratedclassic cars and handed out VHP information, candy and marched in their parades.Special thanks to the following dedicated volunteers: Gail Hoberman, Laureen Anderson, Terry Malone,Rich Allen, Jesse & Gloria Diaz, Alan Hayashi, Lucinda Serynek and Mary Carter.

3VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESThe volunteer opportunities listed are just a small sample of what is available at the RSVP Office.Please contact 875-3631 for more information.AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY DISCOVERY SHOP is expanding their Marconi storeand is seeking volunteers. Volunteers are needed to sort and price items, pick up furnituredonations (mileage reimbursement is available), work the cash register, answer phones andassist customers. Many other opportunities are available, days and hours are flexible. Contact:(916) 484-0227 or apply in person at 2744 Marconi Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95821.REBUILDING TOGETHER is seeking installers for their Green Team WeatherizationProgram. Volunteers would help the low income, elderly or disabled lower the energyconsumption in their homes. They would be trained and given supplies to assist with window &door weather striping, replacing electrical gaskets, replacing light bulbs, wrapping water heatersand insulating pipes.Volunteers are asked to commit 2-4 hours weekly or bi-weekly with most of the workperformed in the mornings, but schedules are flexible. Interested individuals must have minor“handy” skills, a valid driver’s license and auto insurance, ability to work in low-incomeneighborhoods with seniors, people with disabilities and families with children and submit toa background check. For more information and other opportunities, contact: Katy Zane(916) 455-1880 ext. 7.WOODLAND SENIOR CENTER is currently seeking a volunteer to work at the front deskgreeting seniors and answering phones. The volunteer would also assist with putting togetherthe newsletter, mailings and other office work. Contact: Krista Bain (530) 664-2001.SAN JUAN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT and SACRAMENTO CITY SCHOOLDISTRICT are currently seeking volunteers for the 2012-2013 school year. Volunteers areneeded to provide one-on-one tutoring to elementary school- age children that are workingbelow grade level. Fingerprinting and tuberculosis testing may be required. Days and hours areflexible, school placement assistance is available. Contact: Mary Parker (916) 875-4242 orparkerm@saccounty.net.SENIOR GLEANERS currently as a variety of volunteer opportunities available. Volunteersare needed in administration, the warehouse, computer work, public relations, sales, gardening,gleaning produce, driving trucks, forklifts, maintenance, fundraising and much more! Contact:(916) 925-3240 and ask for the volunteer coordinator.WANT TO WORK FROM HOME? The RSVP office is currently seeking a volunteer whocould research events and activities for the newsletter, seek out (online or by phone) free or lowcost newspapers and newsletters for advertising and research possible partners for RSVP.Contact: Mary Parker (916) 875-4242 or parkerm@saccounty.net.SACRAMENTO TREE FOUNDATION is currently seeking a volunteer to answer phonesand help with other clerical duties. Days an hours are flexible. Contact: Meredith King (916)924-8733.

4Mature Driver’s Course is aDMV approved traffic safetyclass for licensed drivers 50years of age and over and isbeing offered on Friday,August 10 th and Saturday, August 11 th , bothfrom 8am - 4pm. Review basic skills, receive updateson new laws and to learn how to adjust to the effects ofaging. Insurance companies recognize this program andmany offer rate discounts. The class is $31 and is heldat the Safety Center, 3909 Bradshaw Road inSacramento. Register online at www.safetycenter.orgor call (916) 438-3385.Are you 60 Years of Age or older? Is your dogor cat in need of vaccinations? TheSacramento SPCA offers free vaccinations thefirst Wednesday of every month from 10am-noon. The free vaccination clinic is heldat 6201 Florin-Perkins Road in Sacramento.For more information, call (916) 504-2845.Sacramento State Fair at Cal ExpoThursday, July 12 th to Sunday, July 29 thTickets: General admission $12Seniors (62+) $10Monday thru Thursday: 11am -10pmYouth (5-12 years) - $8Friday thru Sunday: 10am -10pmChildren under 5 - free, Parking - $10The 3 rd Annual Banana Festivalis a celebration of Art, Music, Food,Culture, Community, Diversity andHealth & Wellness. Join the celebrationat William Land Park on Freeport Blvd.in Sacramento.Saturday, August 18 th from 10am - 7pmSunday, August 19 th from 10am - 5pmGeneral admission - $5.00,Children 7 and under are free!VETERANS WANTEDCalling All Veterans to theVeteran’s History Project (VHP)If you are a veteran or know a veteran of World War II, Korea, Vietnam orPersian Gulf Wars, we want to honor your service and share your stories withcurrent and future generations!Contact: Gail Hoberman (916) 875-4460In Placer County, Contact: Mike Neal (916) 652-5225