Needs From: United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Do you have a heart for older adults with memory issues, and adults with disabilities? JABA's Respite and Enrichment Centers utilize volunteers to assist with activities and socialize with our members, providing companionship and a helping hand, when needed.

JABA REC Centers provide a safe, loving environment for older adults and adults with disabilities during the week, allowing them to remain independent at home while offering a welcome respite for their caregivers. JABA REC are busy, active places where members enjoy activities, outings, professional, personalized care, healthy meals, and socialization opportunities with people of all ages.

If you'd like to volunteer, let's talk! Learn more about RECs at https://www.jabacares.org/j-rec, complete a JABA Volunteer Application, linked at https://www.jabacares.org/become-a-volunteer, or email us at volunteer@jabacares.org. Application are accepted year-round.

Join the older adults at JABA's Nelson County Community Center for games, crafts, and workshops! Try your hand at leading activities or simply be an extra pair of hands to keep the day running smoothly.

For more information about volunteering, please reach out to Volunteer Services: 434-817-5287 or fill out a volunteer application: http://bit.ly/volunteeratjaba

Join the older adults at JABA's Louisa Community Center for games, crafts, and workshops! Try your hand at leading activities ors, or simply be an extra pair of hands to keep the day running smoothly. We also need volunteers to help us set up and take down our tables and chairs each day. To take a look at what the Louisa County Community Senior Center is up to, visit their Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/LouisaCountyCommunitySeniorCenter

For more information about volunteering, please reach out to Volunteer Services: 434-817-5287 or fill out a volunteer application: http://bit.ly/volunteeratjaba

Join the older adults at JABA's Fluvanna County Community Center for games, crafts, and workshops! Try your hand at leading activities ores, or simply be an extra pair of hands to keep the day running smoothly.

For more information about volunteering, please reach out to Volunteer Services: 434-817-5287 or fill out a volunteer application: http://bit.ly/volunteeratjaba

Join the older adults at JABA's Mary Williams Community Center (Charlottesville) for games, crafts, and workshops! Try your hand at leading activities ores, or simply be an extra pair of hands to keep the day running smoothly. Our members are fun and friendly!

For more information about volunteering, please reach out to Volunteer Services: 434-817-5287 or fill out a volunteer application: http://bit.ly/volunteeratjaba

JABA is seeking donations for the Respite and Enrichment and Community Senior Centers!

These donations will be used to support older adults seeking social, emotional, and physical support and engagement at JABA Centers.

Please, NEW ITEMS ONLY.  Please do not include food, medications, used items, or puzzles with more than 300 pieces. We do not need yarn, costume jewelry, or greeting cards/stationery at this time.  Thank you. 

Donations Needed for Community Centers: Items in most need are in bold

Community Center Members so appreciate small gifts that are used for holiday gifts, birthday gifts, BINGO prizes, and fill individuals' needs.

Drop off at 674 Hillsdale, Dr, Suite 9 Charlottesville, VA 22901

You can also purchase items online and ship them to:

Thank you for supporting our community of older adults in this way!

Contact tcooper@jabacares.org if you would like to confirm that a certain item is still needed or to ask questions.

Join a community of older adults, volunteers, and staff by socializing, leading activities, setting up, serving lunch and more! Various locations including Southern Albemarle, Charlottesville, Louisa, Greene, Fluvanna, and Nelson. Center days vary upon location. Visit www.jabacares.org/community-senior-centers for Community Center locations and hours of operation.

Bilingual volunteers encouraged to apply.

Join older adults at JABA's Southern Albemarle Community Center for games, crafts, and workshops! Try your hand at leading activities, or simply be an extra pair of hands to keep the day running smoothly.

For more information about volunteering, please reach out to Volunteer Services: 434-817-5287 or fill out a volunteer application: http://bit.ly/volunteeratjaba

This opportunity is currently full with the exception of the position noted below. If you are interested in other administrative opportunities, we can add you to a waitlist. Thank you!

Current administrative need: 

Administrative help needed at the Louisa and Charlottesville Respite and Enrichment Centers, scanning and saving important documents. Are you organized, comfortable with basic technology (scanning, email) and able to come into our Louisa or Charlottesville locations during business hours? If so, our JRECS need your help! While you’ll primarily be handling administrative tasks, JREC volunteers are always welcome to socialize with our members. The specific hours can be flexible and worked out with the JREC manager. Contact volunteer@jabacares.org for more information or complete our online application. Thank you!

Are you organized, detail-oriented, independent and helpful?

JABA has volunteer opportunities for occasional organizing, researching, helping with mailings or projects, help with surveys, and other administrative tasks. Should be able to work with limited supervision and be comfortable with basic office computer applications such as word and excel, and be comfortable working online and using the internet.

Most often this need is at JABA's Hillsdale offices during business hours. Orientation, training and support will be provided. This position is on-going and on an as-needed basis. 

Complete a volunteer application online at www.jabacares.org/become-a-volunteer 

We look forward to meeting you!

As a champion of JABA, Outreach Volunteer Ambassadors will participate in events across the Region 10 service area and provide information about JABA programs and services to the public. Events occur during the week and on weekends and typically are about 4 hours in duration. JABA staff will provide training to enhance your comfort level, as well as materials and giveaways to be used when tabling external and internal events. If you are enthusiastic about spreading the word about JABA's many services for older adults, adults with disabilities and caregivers, this is an opportunity for you!

Training is in late August/September; the time commitment varies although the greatest need is during Open Enrollment, from October-December/January.

Dig into the complexities of Medicare to help seniors get the insurance plan that best meets their needs – and possibly save them money in the process. Join JABA’s dynamic team of insurance counseling volunteers as they share their expertise with adults who are often unfamiliar with the complexities of Medicare. May work in person or using a virtual platform. Training and ongoing support are provided. This team in very collegial, enjoys working together, and values each person's contributions. The JABA Medicare Team is well-known for their helpfulness, knowledge, and ability to find the most cost-effective and benefit-rich Medicare options.

Volunteer Opportunities include:

Insurance Counselor - works directly with clients new to Medicare, reviewing Part D plans (pharmacy) and other Medicare issues. JABA provides step-by-step training, reviews, and support for this role. An experienced staff member or counselor is always available for questions and support. 

Greeter/Receptionist - assists clients as they arrive for appointments during Open Enrollment. Friendly demeanors most welcome!

Zoom Host - monitors and admits clients to zoom counseling sessions during Open Enrollment. We provide training and support; comfort with basic zoom technology is helpful. This position can be done remotely.

Administrative Support - assist clients making appointments, enter data, make reminder phone calls, and generally support JABA staff administrators, particularly during the very busy Open Enrollment time. 

Each position is a critical part of our Insurance Counseling Service.

Apply in July and early August to join the 2025 Insurance Counseling Team. For more information about this volunteer opportunity and the Insurance Counseling program, visit Insurance Counseling — JABA.

Are you caring, patient and have a heart for older adults? JABA needs volunteers to make monthly phone calls to our Home Delivered Meals clients. Volunteers will call the same people each month, confirming delivery and gathering information for the program. This can be done remotely or at one of our Community Centers and requires a few hours each month.

Calls are made with a user-friendly application that simplifies record-keeping and masks the volunteer's personal information. We provide training and support. Some clients welcome the opportunity to have longer phone conversations with the callers, providing critical socialization support.

Home Delivered Meals are provided to seniors who are unable to shop and/or prepare their own food. Complete nutritious meals are delivered regularly to their homes and can be easily heated. Most clients are able to choose their meals from a varied menu. 

We ask volunteers to commit to at least six months of service. 

Apply at www.jabacares.org/become-a-volunteer