Meaningful Engagement for Older Adults

Many older adults who are retired are looking for meaningful ways to give back to their community or to earn extra income. At the same time, not-for-profit organizations and public agencies are looking for people with experience to help implement their programs and services. For GEDCO, retirees and community volunteers are essential to providing core programs and services. Individuals and groups can contact Rosemary Thompson at GEDCO if they are interested in volunteering with one of our programs.

• The Senior Community Service Employment Program provides part-time employment and job training for adults age 55 and older. In the Baltimore area, both Catholic Charities
  and Family and Children’s Services of Central Maryland administer this program.
  
• The Baltimore City Health Department coordinates the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). The RSVP Program places individuals age 55 and older in volunteer positions with private and public agencies throughout Baltimore City.


• In Baltimore City, Greater Homewood Community Corporation, in partnership with the Johns Hopkins University Center on Aging and Health, has hosted Experience Corps since 1998. This innovative, high-impact program utilizes the time, skills, and experience of adults 55 years and older to benefit not only their own health and well-being but also to help improve educational outcomes for elementary school-aged children. The program serves students in grades K-3.


• Volunteer Central is a clearinghouse for business and community volunteers. Business Volunteers Unlimited’s Volunteer Central is the primary resource for recruiting, developing and organizing volunteers in the Greater Baltimore area.