Senior Volunteering Opportunities
Purpose and passion can be discovered at any age. Retirement offers seniors the freedom to engage in creative pursuits, volunteer and support causes they believe in. Without the support and encouragement of others, some seniors struggle with finding purpose in retirement and end up feeling isolated and directionless.
At Clermont Park, we create an environment that enables residents to find purpose and pursue their passions in retirement through meaningful social connections and volunteering. We know people make all the difference, and that seniors who are surrounded by others who are active and engaged can help cultivate a feeling of staying young.
According to Andrew Sharp, Clermont Park’s Director of Community Life, residents put their energy and resources to good use in a variety of ways, including food and coat drives, recycling initiatives and efforts to improve the physical and mental health of fellow residents. “Purpose is crucial here,” said Sharp. “We strive to be a resident-driven community and give every opportunity for residents to choose what is important to them.” Read more about how Clermont Park residents live every day with purpose.
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Giving Back Through Volunteering
Studies show that volunteering can reduce stress, improve mood, and give older adults a sense of purpose. Providing residents with opportunities to meet their neighbors while giving back to their communities is a win-win for the Clermont Park community and the general public alike. Recently, Clermont Park resident Al B. discovered a community of people experiencing homelessness who were in need of meals. He reached out to Clermont Park’s dining services, and team members jumped at the opportunity to serve their wider community. They offered the Clermont Park food truck and volunteered their time flipping burgers and packaging the meals. Residents hope to make and provide more food truck meals to those in need in the future.![](https://clermontpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/iStock-846633144_CMYK-1-1-300x200-1.jpg)