Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)

Program Type: AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer opportunity

Overview: The Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) matches retired men and women, 55 years and older, with volunteer opportunities in their communities based on their personal preferences and talents. Volunteers work to lessen the possibilities of economic and health challenges for other retired seniors, veterans, or homebound individuals in their community.

How the Program Works

• RSVP volunteers work individually throughout the community
• Personal preferences and interests are considered for volunteering placement to ensure volunteers enjoy their time giving back
• Flexible volunteer opportunities available throughout the community

Geographic Scope

Serves Lewis & Clark, Broadwater, and Jefferson counties

Eligibility Requirements

• Age 55 or older
• Retired status preferred (though not strictly required)
• Must be able and willing to volunteer

Volunteer Opportunities

Sites served by RSVP volunteers include:
• Helena Food Share, Inc.
• Augusta Food Share
• Rocky Meals on Wheels
• Rocky Senior Center Services
• Rocky Go-Getters (medical transportation)
• St. Peter's Gift Shop

RSVP Go-Getters Program (Sub-Program)

Status: Currently at capacity - not accepting new clients

Service Description: Free medical transportation service for older adults who no longer drive, provided by volunteers using personal vehicles

Scheduling Information:

Ride requests must be called in by 1:00 pm on the Wednesday prior to appointments

Schedule made one week in advance; cannot accommodate same-week rides

Notified on Friday if request cannot be filled

Appointments must be scheduled for weekdays between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm

All rides dependent upon driver availability

How to Request a Ride:

Call 406-447-1680 and ask for RSVP Go-Getters

Waitlist:

Call Samara at 406-457-7319 to have your name added to the waitlist

Contact Information

Samara Lynde, RSVP Director
• Phone: 406-457-7319
• Email: slynde@rmdc.net
• Address: Rocky Mountain Development Council, Inc. / RSVP, PO Box 1717, Helena, MT 59624

Office Location:
Neighborhood Center and Helena Senior Center
200 South Cruse Avenue
Helena, Montana 59601
Phone: (406) 447-1680
Fax: (406) 447-1629