Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels is committed to helping seniors remain independent by enhancing their quality of life through services and resources. The volunteers of Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels are ambassadors who carry the powerful message of our mission to the community. Through the efforts of our volunteers, our organization can strengthen existing programs, add new programs, acquire additional funds and resources, add specialized skills and talents, and increase public awareness of our mission. Volunteers are needed to deliver meals to homebound senior adults throughout Fort Bend and Waller Counties. Meals are picked up Monday through Thursday between 10am - 10:30am at one of our assigned distribution/drop-off sites - View all locations here: https://fortbendseniors.org/about-us/locations/. Delivery may take up to two hours. This is a family-friendly volunteer opportunity and is also great for groups. Age Requirement: Parental supervision is required for age 16 and under. Volunteers are needed throughout Fort Bend and Waller Counties! Deliver meals in your community-meal pickup available in Fulshear, Katy, Prairie View, Richmond, Rosenberg, Sugar Land, and Waller! We strive to make every volunteer's experience a fulfilling and rewarding one. Each volunteer with Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels is required to: Apply online at: www.fortbendseniors.org/volunteer Attend an orientation session and sign the required forms. Read our Volunteer Handbook Read and fill out a Release and Waiver of Liability Statement Pass a background check - for all volunteers working directly with Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels' clients. Pass a driving record check - for all volunteers working directly with the delivery of meals. Working safely to avoid injury. Contribute time and cover transportation costs. (Costs such as mileage can be written off as a charitable deduction if a volunteer itemizes his / her taxes. For further information, consult a tax professional.) Agree to self-disclosure - notify Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels of any changes in the volunteer's driving record or criminal background, which may cause the volunteer to be dismissed. Maintain strict confidentiality with respect to all information obtained concerning the organization, as well as the clients and others they serve. Complete online Safeguarding Confidential Information training Communicate any concerns with the Volunteer & Outreach Manager.
