Christ Child North Center/St. Martin de Porres Center (Catholic Charities)
Nancy McAndrews ~ (402) 829-9247 ~ volunteer@ccomaha.org
2111 Emmet St, Omaha, NE 68110 ~ www.ccomaha.org
This community center offers one of the area’s largest food pantries, advocacy, a family enrichment & Christmas program, & a senior citizens program. Volunteers needed to work in the pantry stocking shelves, distributing food to clients. Days & hours are available Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri. from 10am- 1 p.m.; & 3rd Saturday, 9-11 a.m. Also grounds cleanup, planting flowers, etc. M-F 8:30-4:30. Ideal for a group.
Christ Child Society – Main (Catholic Charities)
Nancy McAndrews ~ (402) 829-9247 ~ volunteer@ccomaha.org
1248 S. 10th St, Omaha, NE 68108 ~ www.ccomaha.org
Christ Child Main provides programming for after school/summer day camps for children who are in grades Kindergarten through 6th grade. The building also has a swimming pool & gymnasium where people of all ages come to exercise.
Spanish speaking recommended, but not necessary.
ENOA (Eastern Nebraska Office on Aging)
Karen Kelly ~ (402) 444-6536 ~ karen.kelly@nebraska.gov
4223 Center St, Omaha, NE 68105 ~ www.enoa.org
Programs available to volunteers include the SeniorHelp Program, Ombudsman Advocates, and Home Delivered Meals. The ENOA can also provide large groups, as well as individual volunteers with various projects. Days and times are flexible so please call for more information.
HELP Adult Services
Nousha Sabet ~ (402) 341-6559 ext. 102 ~ nousha@helpadultservices.org
1941 S. 42nd St, Suite 200, Omaha, NE 68105 ~ www.facebook.com/HELPAdultServices ~ www.helpadultservices.org
If you are passionate about social services and/or health care, we have the perfect volunteer service opportunity for you! Check out our website and our Facebook page to learn about our
Respite Care Program and Health Equipment Loan program.
We have several different volunteer positions that can be catered to fit your goals and schedule. We are looking for individuals who value integrity, responsibility, and professionalism.
Give us a call or email us to explore our unique opportunities. Student practicum’s and service learning credits are also available. Our non-profit organization has been serving the Omaha/Council Bluffs metro areas for 30 years, and is a proud community partner with many CU students and staff members. Long-term volunteers preferred, but we occasionally need one-time volunteers or groups.
Arabic, Karen, and Spanish speaking recommended, but not necessary.
Intercultural Senior Center
Carolina Padilla ~ (402) 444-6529 ~ interculturalseniorcenter@gmail.com
2021 U Street Omaha, NE 68107 ~ http://interculturalseniorcenter.org/new-website/isc-wp2011/
Our mission is to give and maintain dignity, power, self-worth and prosperity for seniors and their families, at the same time bettering the quality of life through education, advocacy, and other services. This will increase the opportunity for independence and a longer healthier life.
We would like to provide an opportunity to play as integral a role in the life of this community as seniors would have in their native countries. We provide English classes, basic computer classes, self-esteem workshops, cultural events, exercise, community visits, transportation, a monthly food pantry, and more.
We welcome both long-term and one-time volunteers in groups of 1-15 people,
and appreciate any skill that students are willing to share with our seniors.
Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly
Monica Mora-Handlos ~ (402) 884-6641 ~ mmorahandlos.oma@littlebrothers.org
1941 So. 42nd St, Suite 127, Omaha, NE 68106 ~ http://omaha.littlebrothers.org
Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly is a national, non-profit organization committed to relieving isolation and loneliness among the elderly. Volunteer opportunities include visiting with the elderly in their home on a monthly or semimonthly basis as well as assisting with holiday celebrations and special events throughout the year. We can accommodate groups of up to five volunteers and welcome both long-term and one-time volunteers. No special skills are required except for liking the elderly. Change a life with friendship today!
