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What volunteer work would make you appreciate where you are in today's world?

qualitygal — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 11:46:34 GMT

Just read a comment on Face Book and this was the question I wanted to ask this person. I didn't of course, but it's a good question to ponder if you need to count your blessings today. My own answer would be, a hospital/nursing home setting. I would be reminded to count my blessings.

And I'd add a big thank you to those who work these jobs. What would we do without you?!! Hope to never find out. (That's why I said, "volunteer" - not a real job.)

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phoenixbrd — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 11:54:23 GMT

I wish that in some way I could contribute to the police force ...the moral is low and when I am able to I always mention how much I appreciate their efforts. They always respond with gratitude. Don't know in what capacity I could voluntarily work...but I sure appreciate their presence in today's world.

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Shanus — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 12:04:13 GMT

For many years, I volunteer once a week to teach a very easy art class at the nursing home nearby. I enjoy it and it keeps their minds and time occupied....very quick and not complicated projects.

I used to do makeup at Dress for Success, but they've now moved further away and not in a great part of town.

Volunteering does make you feel so good inside that you're helping someone. It also makes me hope others will volunteer, but it's a time committment. They count on you being there.

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Magicrat — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 12:06:58 GMT

Working with abused animals.

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Boehm Collector — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 12:11:45 GMT

Years ago I did volunteer work with three other people at a Homeless Shelter. We would go once month to feed the people staying at the shelter. We didn't like the food that we were supposed to serve. So we decided to go out and purchase food out of our own pockets and prepare the meals in the kitchen at the shelter. Everyone appreciated our efforts and always looked forward to when it was our turn to go. It was the most rewarding thing I have ever done.

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kaydee50 — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 12:28:28 GMT

I volunteered once a month for many years at a soup kitchen in NYC. We would serve over 1,000 people in a 3 hour span. It was an eye opener and I am eternally grateful for the experience.

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deeva — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 15:04:36 GMT

I've been a volunteer at our local food bank for ten years. I'm fortunate that I don't need their help.
When I started volunteering, there were more families coming for food. These days, it's mostly seniors and homeless who need food, sad.

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SilleeMee — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 12:55:21 GMT

I volunteered for our local mountain search and rescue when I was young and healthier. I would do it again in a heartbeat if I could.

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Tallgal — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 13:19:38 GMT

I have been volunteering almost 5 years at my local SPCA. I help clean-laundry, dishes, dog and cat kennels I was the assistant for 8 weeks of summer camp for the children which we completed last Friday. I am the transport driver , driving our van bringing back animals from more rural areas to our facility. I also help out with events. Volunteering gives meaning to my life.

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Stray — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 13:20:40 GMT

I volunteer at our local hospital at the cancer center for children. I did volunteer at Ronald McDonald House when I worked in NYC but am retired in NJ now.

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mjabby — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 13:25:30 GMT

I volunteer at our local hospital in the gift shop.

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CANDLEQUEEN — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 13:28:34 GMT

I would love to volunteer at a shelter for homeless and women with children. I would also love to mentor and help kids with reading. When I retire, I will pursue one of these interests....

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Candycane10 — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 13:32:31 GMT

I am planning on retiring at the end of the year. My church has is very active in the homeless community. I plan on helping with that.

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rockygems123 — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 13:34:33 GMT

I'm on my way this morning to sort donated jewelry for eventual sale to raise funds for the Barbara Davis Juvenile Diabetes Foundation.

The proceeds go for research on Type I diabetes which is still without a cure.

We have sales throughout the year and the big annual Carousel Ball is being held in October this year in Denver, that is an exciting fund raiser.

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Jordan2 — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 13:44:17 GMT

I have a soft spot for elderly people. Maybe volunteering at a senior center/or a nursing home. I also am an animal lover, volunteering at a shelter would be nice.

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PilatesLover — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 13:49:29 GMT

I had a medical crisis some years back and was in the hospital for a week. I was carted around daily for various tests and procedures. Hospital staff are rushed and busy, of course, and push you quickly whether in a wheelchair or gurney.

I'll never forget one elderly woman who was my volunteer escort and wheeled me somewhere. She was so kind and gentle, chatted with me during our trip and told me to be prepared for each upcoming crack in the floor. ♥ She was such a bright spot. So, long story short I would like to pay back and volunteer at the hospital.

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Sooner — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 13:54:06 GMT

Every day when I wake up and have a roof and food I am thankful to God for them because where I come from and what I saw around me I am amazed. Any donation I make I pray someone will be blessed because how blessed I am to have it to donate.

I get angry at the people who take advantage of charity and don't need it, robbing and taking from the ones who do. So I'd like to make sure the ones who really need it get what they need and not the cheaters.

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JeanLouiseFinch — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 13:01:44 GMT

I have always wanted to be a baby rocker in a hospital nursery or NICU. We had a baby born sick who almost didn't make it. The night he was born, he had to be transported to a specialized NICU at a different hospital. When I was discharged my DH and I spent the next 3 1/2 weeks visiting him daily. In the beginning we could only sit and look at him - no touching at first. We noticed that the majority of babies in the NICU never had visitors, only one other besides ours. When touching and holding were allowed, we wanted to be there to bond. Babies who could be held and touched should be. There are many who aren't for an assortment of reasons. I don't even know if they have those kind of volunteer people anymore but they should, if they don't. It's probably against some kind of law now. 🤷‍♀️🤦‍♀️

If I couldn't do that, maybe another area in a hospital would work - waiting room, patient escort, receptionist, etc.

I also think about volunteering at the local pet rescue. I want to hold kittens and puppies, but I don't want to clean up the do-do.

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deepwaterdotter — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 14:58:46 GMT

So many worthy activities have been mentioned here. Thank you for choosing to donate your time to help man and animal kind.

I cook in my church's kitchen to provide community meals for those in need. I have served as a literacy tutor at my local library.

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Still Raining — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 15:24:52 GMT

When I was still working, I had a longtime hairdresser. It wasn't until several years into it that I found out she spent one day a week volunteering at hospice. Absolutely priceless to have your hair look nice. Hope someday I will have such an angel.