Volunteer Connection

Desert Museum seeks administrative assistants

The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is looking for administrative-assistant volunteers to be involved in almost all aspects of the volunteer program. Duties would include data entry, making phone calls, filing, keeping records and helping with special events and projects.

Computer skills in Excel, Word and WordPerfect are required and knowledge of PowerPoint is desirable. The museum is looking for volunteers with good communication skills and a flexible schedule who have experience as office managers or administrative assistants. For more information, call Caroline Wilson at 883-3071.

Seniors need people to help them stay independent

Interfaith Community Services is seeking volunteers to help seniors stay independent in their homes by doing minor home repair and yard work. Volunteers work with a partner and make a big difference in local homeowners' lives. Projects include cooler maintenance, yard cleanup, minor plumbing, installation of railings and safety bars and more. Homeowners cover the cost of materials. Volunteers must have a valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance. All volunteers must attend orientation and training. Call Mina Stafford at 297-6049 for more information.

Arts for All volunteers will work with children

Arts for All is looking for volunteers who love children, believe in direct and clear communication, are willing to give without concern for getting and can think before speaking. Children need mentors, friends, teachers and caregivers throughout the week. Volunteers would help in an after-school class with homework or learning objectives, prepare a snack, conduct a bingo session, or sit and read with a group of children. Volunteers must pass fingerprint clearance and TB test and become certified in CPR and first aid. For more information, call Gale Thomssen, AmeriCorps manager, at 622-4100, Ext. 209.