RSVP(Retired Senior Volunteer Program) is looking for volunteers to participate with local non-profits in the Allen, Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Monroe, Simpson, and Warren County areas. This is a national volunteer service operating through Community Action of Southern Kentucky. The program is open to all adults over the age of 55 who are dependable and willing to complete their assignment. Some of the current assignments are with senior centers, food banks, ombudsman programs, and other agencies.

History

AmeriCorps Seniors-RSVP is a volunteer program funded by the Corporation for National & Community Service (CNCS). RSVP began nationally in 1971, and is one of the largest volunteer efforts in the nation. It matches local needs with older Americans who are willing to help. Each year approximately 100 older Americans provide community service to around 7,000 individuals through an estimated 27 locally sponsored RSVP projects. Volunteers involved in this program serve in the areas of senior services, military support, food security, home-delivered meal programs, tax preparation assistance, and other community needs.

Locally, volunteers serve in Allen, Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Monroe, Simpson, and Warren counties. The average amount of service provided by volunteers varies with the average hours of service per month being about sixteen hours a month. Volunteers involved in this program serve in all areas of community needs.

Benefits of the Program

RSVP volunteers are not paid, but may request reimbursement for some costs incurred during service. RSVP provides appropriate volunteer insurance coverage, and volunteers receive orientation and training from the agency or organization where they are placed. We also offer FREE training for those who wish to become a lay leader to teach evidence based programs. Those programs include Arthritis Exercise Program, Matter of Balance, and Chronic Disease Self Management Program.

Each year, to show appreciation to our volunteers, we host an annual Volunteer Appreciation Recognition Luncheon. Our volunteers are served a delicious meal, provided with entertainment, socialization, and gifts as a token of our appreciation to the Volunteers.

Current Volunteer Opportunities

Commodities Volunteer
Food Pantry Support
Education/ Training: Physical Activities/ Evidence Based Program Instructor
Ombudsman Volunteer
RSVP Event Volunteer
Transportation

Emergency Food Pantry Support

Friendly Visitor
Phone Pal
Disaster Response

Eligibility

To be eligible for enrollment as an RSVP volunteer, a person must be 55 years of age or older, willing to serve on a regular basis without compensation, and reside in or nearby the community served by RSVP. Eligible seniors serve anywhere from a few hours a month to almost full time, though the average commitment is four hours a week. Most volunteers are paired with local community organizations that are already helping to meet community needs.

Apply to Volunteer!

If you would like to volunteer for one of the opportunities listed below, please fill out an application because we would love to have you! It can be filled out and returned to one of our RSVP contacts listed below via email, mail, or drop-off.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the current mileage reimbursement rate? We are currently paying $0.40/mile reimbursement.
How do I turn in my time sheets and when do I turn them in? Each volunteer station representative will have a bank copy of the time sheet. We can mail/e-mail you one, or you can download a copy below. They are submitted monthly and need to be in by the 10th of the month.
What is the insurance RSVP Volunteers are covered under? We provide Accidental Insurance (if you were to get hurt on the job), Life Insurance, and Liability Auto Insurance (to and from your workstation). For more specific information, please refer to Page 14 of the RSVP Handbook, available as a download below.

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Locations

We proudly serve all 10 counties in the Barren River Area Development District (BRADD).

AMERICORPS SENIORS RSVP - Home Office
921 Beauty Ave.
Bowling Green, KY 42101
Phone: 270-782-3162