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Volunteering: Why Should I Volunteer?

To build confidence and self esteem. Volunteering can help you do things you thought you couldn't – even things you thought weren't possible!

To make new friends. Volunteering can help you mix with new people who are into the same things, forming new friends on the way.

To make a difference. Be a part of making changes for the better in our community.

To gain new skills. Something you've always wanted to do? Then go for it and gain valuable skills along the way.


Suggestions and Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer at the Library

Libraries in Harford County have a rich history of volunteer support that dates back before the 1946 tax-supported Public Library Law. Even though the way libraries provide service has changed dramatically over the years, the need for volunteer support has not. Library volunteers are involved in almost every aspect of library service. Volunteers who donate their time and talents provide the support necessary to maintain and extend quality library service.

Computer Volunteers Wanted

The library is looking for volunteers to assist customers using computers in the branches. Volunteers should have a good understanding of MS Word, be comfortable with using the Internet, enjoy working with others, and be willing to work a minimum of 1.5 hours per week. For more information call Michèle Louderback, Volunteer Specialist, at (410) 273-5601, ext. 247.

Get MORE information about volunteering at the library


Volunteer Opportunities Outside the Library
Volunteer Connection/RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) Harford County
http://www.harfordcountymd.gov/volunteer/
Your one stop shop for volunteer opportunities. Our services include maintaining an up-to-date listing of volunteer opportunities in the County (as provided to us), personal knowledge of the sites, and personal attention to your interests, time and talents.

Volunteer at the Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
Call 443-643-5355.

Also, additional opportunities at:
Harford Memorial Hospital in Havre De Grace Tel: 443-843-5355
Harford Hospice Tel: 410-931-0990

Meals on WheelsHarford County Meals on Wheels Program



http://www.mealsonwheelsmd.org/link6/areas/har.html

Help other seniors. Volunteers are needed in Harford County.


Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, Abingdon, Harford County, Maryland
http://www.otterpointcreek.org/
The Anita C. Leight Estuary Center is the research and education facility of the Reserve, which is located in the Otter Point Creek component of the Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Maryland.
To learn about the exciting volunteer opportunities at the Center, click on the link below. Click on Downloads on sidebar for a Volunteer Interest form.
http://www.otterpointcreek.org/Volunteering/default.aspx


Obituary Lookup Volunteers - Maryland

http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~obitl/volmd.html
Interested in genealogy? Becoming a volunteer is very easy.  Please consider
volunteering for your area, even on a limited basis, because every lookup helps someone.


Other Agencies
American Red Cross
http://www.redcross.org/services/volunteer/0,1082,0_325_,00.html
Our vital work is made possible by people like you, who learn how good it can feel to lend a helping hand. Red Cross "everyday heroes" come from all walks of life. They're all ages. Everyone has something special to offer . . . including you.

YMCA Volunteers
http://www.ymca.net/
Volunteers are at the heart of every YMCA and that is why YMCAs are at the heart of community life in more than 10,000 communities nationwide.


Other Ideas?
Contact your local Senior Centers, Assisted Living organizations, or churches to find out if you can give help right in your area.