This project focuses on strengthening our organization’s ability to serve the community by increasing volunteer recruitment and raising awareness about the programs and services we offer, particularly for seniors and vulnerable populations.
The project has two core goals:
1. Recruit and retain dedicated volunteers who can support key services such as meal delivery, friendly visiting, community events, and administrative support.
2. Raise public awareness of our agency so that individuals, families, caregivers, and community partners are informed about the resources we offer and how to access them.
Through targeted outreach campaigns, volunteer engagement activities, and community-based events, this project will help build a stronger, more connected network of support. It ensures that community members not only know where to turn for help, but also how they can get involved to make a meaningful difference.
Ultimately, this project is about building community capacity, reducing isolation, and making sure everyone, especially seniors, feels seen, supported, and valued.
Volunteer recruitment and agency awareness are essential for building a strong, connected, and resilient community.
Volunteer Recruitment:
Volunteers are the backbone of our community programs. Recruiting and retaining volunteers ensures:
• Programs remain accessible and sustainable
• Local knowledge and lived experience are incorporated into service delivery
• Community members have a meaningful way to give back and stay engaged
• Seniors and vulnerable populations receive timely, compassionate support
Volunteering also benefits the individuals who give their time, offering a sense of purpose, connection, and skill-building.
Agency Awareness:
When people know about the services available to them, they're more likely to seek help before a crisis, leading to:
• Better health and social outcomes
• Reduced isolation and unmet needs
• More efficient use of community resources
Raising awareness also:
• Helps caregivers, families, and professionals connect clients to supports
• Encourages collaboration between agencies and avoids duplication of services
• Builds public trust and transparency
Together, volunteer engagement and public awareness ensure that no one falls through the cracks. They create a more informed, compassionate, and responsive community—one where people can both contribute and receive support when they need it most.
support
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Home-cooked meals from MOW, delivered by caring volunteers, bring nourishment, comfort, and connection showing seniors their community cares.
Volunteers are so essential to our communities. I am a retired volunteer so I know the impact they have and more are always needed.
I have never had such good care all the ladies are terrific. This is the best place I have ever been to for foot care and I’m 82. I hope it will always be here.
I attend foot care clinics every 3 months. The care is excellent and my feet feel great after. The frozen meals are great to have at times when needed.
The programs have been very beneficial. Everyone is so helpful and friendly that I have recommended to my mother and husband. The rides are great!
Every day, CCCH services allow people to live with dignity, age well at home, and remain connected to their communities.