Volunteer: Make a Difference
Volunteers and volunteerism make a wonderful difference in the lives of the residents of Covenant Woods. Throughout its long history, Covenant Woods and its predecessor, The Richmond Home for Ladies, have provided opportunities to serve. Volunteers help in the gift shop, teach creative arts, present educational programs, participate in worship services, provide musical programs, and offer friendly visits. Over 140 volunteers from Methodist and Presbyterian churches, area schools, the Covenant Woods community, and the greater Richmond community support the programs and activities of Covenant Woods. For more information please contact us at: volunteer@covenantwoods.com
The Guild of Covenant Woods
The Guild of Covenant Woods is a volunteer group committed to promoting the happiness, comfort and welfare of Covenant Woods’ Health and Wellness residents and to promoting interest in and support for these residents’ needs from the churches and others. The membership primarily consists of representatives from the United Methodist and Presbyterian churches in the Richmond metropolitan area.
Health & Wellness Opportunities:
- One-on-one visits
- Outings assistance
- Readers
- Mail delivery
- Newsletter staff
- Activity leaders
- Pet therapy
Community-wide Opportunities:
- Musical performances
- Bible study groups
- Cooking groups
- Educational lecture series
- Store workers
- Covenant Crafters
- Residents Council & committees
Community Outreach
Covenant Woods residents and employees also reach out to help the greater Richmond community. Covenant Woods residents and staff:
- Collect food for the Hanover Food Pantry
- Collect gifts for distribution by the Hanover Christmas Mother
- Hold an Easter egg hunt for children in local day care centers
- Participate in the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk
- Host a community health fair
- Host many programs about health care
Volunteer Job Descriptions
Friendly Visitor: visits individually with selected residents to listen. Reading Volunteer: reads to a resident. The Volunteer Coordinator and/or resident can help select appropriate reading material.
Pet Therapy: pet owners bring their pet in and visit with selected residents. If you are interested in bringing in your pet, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator to go over some Pet Guidelines.
Arts & Crafts: works with a resident or a group of residents to stimulate his/her creativity. Supplies will be provided. Example: clay, paints, fabric, etc.
Current Events: works with a resident by discussing what is happening in the world. You may use newspapers, magazines, news programs, etc. to spark conversation.
Musical Volunteers: serve as musical volunteers regardless of your degree of talent or ability to play an instrument. Examples: Sing-a-Long, instruments, listening to prerecorded music, etc.
Games: plays games with a resident or a group of residents. Examples: Checkers, Cards, Chess, Shuffle Board, etc.
Walking / Wheeling: transports or escorts a resident around Covenant Woods and outside when weather permits.
Newsletter Folding: folds and delivers the Covenant Woods Connections newsletter, once a month, to all of the residents.
Cooking Group: leads a cooking group, from start to finish.
Social Hostess: hosts socials. Please speak with the Volunteer Coordinator about what type of food / drinks you would like to serve and with which residents you want to work.
Bingo: calls bingo! Always a favorite, equipment and prizes are provided.
