Paula, A “Memory Cafe” Program Volunteer, Engages Mary with Drum Play
We need your help with:
1. Programs/Events
2. Outreach/Marketing
3. Administration/Office
4. Gardens/Horticulture
- Download, complete & return our Volunteer Application
- E-mail volunteer (at) rest-stop-ranch.com, or call 978-887-4202.
Thanks for your interest! Please scroll down this page to learn more.
~ The Rest.Stop.Ranch -Making a Difference- Team
Programs/Events Help (Weekends)
Events (offered on either Saturday or Sunday) are our year-round Memory Café, and our Seasonal Sunday Stroll.
Year-round Events, Volunteer Roles:
Events Team (experience not necessary)
Hospitality/Welcome Team
Event Set-up & Breakdown
“Memory Cafe” Program Volunteers, Gale and Karen, Model Relaxing, at our Drum Circle!
Seasonal Events, Volunteer Roles:
Nature Guides (for People with Special Needs)
Picnic Area Support
Activities: Drums & Dancing
Activities: Bird Tales
Activities: Fish Tales
Activities: Flower Fun (Craft/Arranging)
Parking Management
Corey and Marlene Bettencourt, “Sunday Stroll” Program Volunteers, from Groveland, MA
Outreach/Marketing Help (Anytime)
Outreach Team (experience not necessary)
Help Manage Print Literature
Help Distribute Print Literature
Help Manage Online Presence
Share our Story & Services with Friends
Visit & Present to:
- Healthcare Partners
- Schools/Education Partners
- Councils on Aging
- Aging and Disability Agencies
- Faith-based Organizations
- Public Libraries
Administration/Office Help (Anytime)
Office Team (experience not necessary)
Help Manage Paper Files (Paper Organization)
Help Manage Digital Files (Data Entry & Organization)
Garden/Horticulture Help (Anytime)
Horticulture Team (experience not necessary)
Spring/Fall Cleanup
Build Trails and/or Garden Beds
Maintain Trails and/or Garden Beds
Plant, Weed, Harvest
Bruce Piper, Horticulture Volunteer, from Peabody, MA
Caregiver Support Group (Thursday Evenings)
Group Facilitator(s) trained by Alzheimer’s Association or AFTD.
What are the Benefits?
– Rest.Stop.Ranch volunteers have the opportunity to become part of a dynamic and highly-participative Rest.Stop.Ranch communitee consisting of Mary, Karl, team members, program participants, contributors (of plants and funds), volunteers, mentors, and project stakeholders.
– Rest.Stop.Ranch volunteers have the opportunity to experience meaningful and gratifying work:
1. support families living with long-term illness and disability
2. develop wheelchair-accessible gardens for the present and future
3. meet guests with disabilities with kindness and love
Requirements for Helping in the Garden
– At least 14 years old.
– Enthusiasm for Rest.Stop.Ranch Programs and a commitment to learning about conservation, stewardship, and universal access.
– Ability to lift 20 pounds, the ability to stoop and bend, and the ability to tolerate local weather.
– No prior gardening knowledge is required; all necessary knowledge is taught.
– Ability to talk informally to children and adults, both in groups and one-on-one.
– Ability to communicate Rest.Stop.Ranch rules effectively in a non-threatening manner.
– Must be reliable, responsible, and flexible.
– The ability to walk or stand for a significant amount of time.
– All required information and communication techniques will be taught.
– Report to work on time and in uniform.
– Work with a positive, can-do attitude with all guests and members of the team.
Minimum Time
– A one-time contribution of project time, or a regular commitment of your choosing is appreciated.
Training
– Volunteers are paired with a member of the Rest.Stop.Ranch team to perform their duties, and additional on-the-job training will be provided by those team members.
Uniform
– All volunteers will be issued a volunteer ID name tag, which must be worn when acting in a role supporting guests.
– Long pants are considered appropriate (khakis and blue jeans are acceptable).
– For safety reasons, closed-toe shoes and socks are required; no sandals.
– A hat, sunscreen, and water bottle are all encouraged (also, work gloves if working in the garden).
Support
– Rest.Stop.Ranch team members are available to provide assistance, supervision, and mentoring as needed.
How to Apply
– Complete & Return to us: Rest.Stop.Ranch Volunteer Application.
Or, Please e-mail volunteer (at) rest-stop-ranch.com if you have questions.
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