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We cook and serve a full holiday dinner to Branford Seniors, and can always use servers between 4:30-6 with other opportunities to help available at different times. This is a good chance to check out Branford Rotary in action. For more info, contact ellencarucci@gmail.com

Shoreline Greenway Trail, Monthly Meeting, Dec 9th, 7PM December 9 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Please join us at our monthly meeting where we update members and interested community members on News, Events and upcoming developments on, along or with Shoreline Greenway Trail. Contact: info@shorelinegreenwaytrail.org for details.

Every Wednesday Senior Center in East Haven we host a Family Night meal dedicated to families with kids to enjoy a free meal and kid friendly crafts from 5-6:30PM. Volunteers can help set up, serve, clean or do crafts from 3:45PM-7PM. With more additions coming in 2025! *Volunteer Orientation required for all new people interested*

Pet Therapy is our most popular patient and family request. If you have a fully certified Pet Therapy dog and you would like to share the love with our patients and families in an inpatient and homecare setting, please contact Joan Cullen, Director of Volunteers at 203-315-7510 for more details.

Our Homebound Delivery service brings meals to participants every Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 11AM-12PM in Branford and North Branford! Volunteers can help deliver a pre-determined weekly route in Branford or North Branford. Routes vary between 3-7 stops and physical hand-off to participants required! Weekly commitments and substitutes needed! We are in search of a weekly Monday driver for route 3 in Branford! *Volunteer Orientation required for all new people interested*

Local stores such as Branford Stop & Shop, Big Y and Guilford Bishops donate food weekly on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays! These procurements help fuel our kitchen and are a reliable staple for our organization. Volunteers can pick up one of our weekly donations between 9AM-10:30AM and drop off at the CDR before 11AM. Weekly commitments and substitutes needed! *Volunteer Orientation required for all new people interested*

The Connecticut Hospice has a beautiful piano that loves to be played. We also love our guitar, violin and cello players. If you are interested in sharing your talents with our patients, families and staff, please Joan Cullen, Director of Volunteers at 203-315-7510.

This volunteer opportunity is open to individuals 18 years old and beyond. Striving to maintain your independence can be challenging, especially if you find yourself without a nearby family or you’ve leaned on your friends one too many times. In those moments, it’s easy to allow yourself to feel isolated, but if you ask, there may be someone in your local area who can offer a hand to help. That’s where the Neighbor Helping Neighbor program comes in, offering infrequent or episodic support to someone who just needs a little help to maintain their independence. It could be a weekly check-in call, a monthly ride to the bank, or picking up some groceries and carrying them into the house

Looking for volunteers to help plan programs to keep seniors from being victimized in their homes and the community.

Looking for volunteers one morning a week to serve refreshments, Monday through Friday, 9-11:30.

We are all aware that isolation and loneliness are significant issues in our society. Did you know that just a few hours of your time can make a difference for someone in need? The RSVP volunteer program at the Agency on Aging is actively seeking volunteers who are ready to engage in meaningful conversations and connections. Many individuals can no longer drive, making trips to the grocery store essential for promoting independence and a sense of belonging. The program has established onboarding procedures to ensure the safety and appropriateness of interactions for both volunteers and recipients. Please join us in making a difference!

This free program is designed to assist individuals in need of support and/or transportation to and from medical appointments. It helps facilitate travel from a person's home to their doctor's office and back. Medical chaperone volunteers are available to provide essential support, offering door-to-door assistance. These chaperones can offer to drive individuals directly, if ambulatory or accompany them if alternative transportation options are utilized, ensuring a safe and supportive journey. Appointments are typically prescheduled and episodic, but some folks have established relationships that offer consistency for all.

We provide a daily lunch meal from 12-1PM Monday through Sunday. Guests can dine-in or take-out a free meal! Volunteers can help prep, cook, and serve for our daily meal. Arriving at 8:30AM and staying until 1:30PM to clean up after service. Weekly commitments and substitutes needed! Looking for a weekly volunteer on Fridays! *Volunteer Orientation required for all new people interested*

We provide a daily lunch meal from 12-1PM Monday through Sunday. Guests can dine-in or take-out a free meal!Volunteers can help prep, cook, and serve for our daily meal. Arriving at 9:30AM and staying until 1:30PM to clean up after service. Weekly commitments and substitutes needed!*Volunteer Orientation required for all new people interested*

Aging with Grace and Community: The Shoreline Village CT Experience Imagine a vibrant organization of Seniors aging in their own homes where growing older means staying connected, supported, and empowered right where you belong. Shoreline Village CT is a non-profit group where seniors aren't just aging but thriving with the help of engaged volunteers. A Community Built on Compassion Shoreline Village, CT, is more than an organization; it's a lifeline for seniors who want to remain independent in their beloved homes. With over 300 similar Villages nationwide, this grassroots movement redefines aging by putting community and mutual support at the forefront. Comprehensive Support, Personalized Care Shoreline Village offers an array of services that transform daily challenges into opportunities for connection and entergizes members to participate in their wider community: Transportation: Volunteers provide more than rides to medical appointments—they offer companionship, ensuring members feel supported every mile of the journey Home Assistance: From minor repairs to technology help, volunteers are ready to lend a hand Social Engagement: Parties, book clubs, opera talks, walking groups, and chair yoga keep members active and connected More Than a Service—A Family As one member from Guilford beautifully shared: "The Village is an insurance policy for my family, and it gives me a structure for being with interesting, thoughtful people and for opportunities for meaningful volunteer work." Shoreline Village CT isn't just helping seniors age in their own homes—it's helping them live fully, independently, and joyfully. Contact George DuPont, Director of Services, To Inquire about Membership or Volunteer opportunities. M: 203-747-5939 , georgedupontSVCT@gmail.com

The Shoreline Eldercare Alliance is an advocacy group for elders and a compass to help people navigate both the stormy waters of aging and the healthcare services maze.SEA offers many services, including Home Sale and Improvement, Financial Planning, Medicare Consultation, Long-term and Hospice Care, Geriatric Care Management, Elder Law, Probate, Wills and Estate Planning, Hospice Care, Pre-Planning Funeral Services, Meal Preparation Services, Physical Therapy, Exercise Coaching and Home Care Services.

The mission of the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut (AOASCC) is to champion and serve older adults and individuals with disabilities, helping them remain independent and engaged in their communities. We achieve this through inclusion and collaboration, honoring differences, and building partnerships. AOASCC is an independent, non-profit organization funded by federal resources. There are four other Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) in Connecticut, each with its own Board of Directors, Advisory Council, Human Resources, and Fiscal departments. AOASCC consists of three distinct departments: 1. Aging and Disability Resource Department: This department provides accurate and impartial information about insurance, respite care, benefit qualification, health and wellness education, and elder abuse. 2. Care Management Department: This department serves individuals participating in the Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders, which is sponsored by the Department of Social Services. 3. Volunteer Department: This department offers individuals aged 55 and older the opportunity to get involved by volunteering their time to assist others. They also accept referrals for individuals in need of support through programs such as Friendly Visiting, Medical Chaperone, Grocery Support, Phone-a-Friend, and Financial Guidance.

Orchard House is a medical adult day center located along the shoreline that was established in 1981. We offer medical oversight, social programs, community integration, transportation and meals. The overall purpose of Orchard House is to decrease isolation, loneliness and to increase socialization. We provide much needed respite and resources. Approximately 85% of our seniors have a diagnosis of Alzheimers/Dementia and other maladies. Our goals are simple: we want to enhance the quality of life for those we serve by promoting independence, help maintain and/or enhance their ability to participate in programs, social with friends, and have them remain in their homes as long as possible.

Canoe Brook Center is the Senior Center in Branford, CT serving Branford residents 60+.  The mission of the Canoe Brook Center is to provide opportunities for socialization with peers, for educational and cultural enrichment, for personal growth and for successful aging and to promote health and physical fitness.  The Center will also be an advocate for Branford senior citizens and all Town residents regardless of age in cases where service is not provided by other local agencies. There is something for everyone.  You must be independent and oriented to join the Center. There is a need for volunteers at Canoe Brook. Benefits of volunteering: To have the opportunity to be with other people, be part of a team, make new friends and acquaintances, learn new skills, experience personal growth and to have fun while enriching other peoples' lives. Our TRIAD program is going strong. We help to provide programs for the seniors to keep them from being victimized in their homes and in the community. An offshoot to this program is the S.A.L.T. Council. SALT stands for Seniors and Law Enforcement Together. The council meets about three times a year planning TRIAD meetings.