Serving South Arkansas through Volunteers and Americorps
El Dorado Connections is a volunteer center sponsored by South Arkansas Regional Health Center. Not only do we serve as a clearinghouse for volunteers, matching volunteers with a much needed service in our community, but we also see ourselves as "senior advocates". The staff and a trained group of volunteers assist with Enrollment in Medicare Prescription Drug Plans and troubleshooting problems, Educating the public and reporting Medicare fraud and abuse, serve as a site for the Union County Literacy Council providing tutors to help adults learn to read and much more.
AmeriCorps/RSVP
AmeriCorps/RSVP is a nationwide volunteer program which invites adults age 55 and over to use their life experience and skills to answer the call of their neighbors in need. Today's adults are busy, productive people. After retirement, many RSVP volunteers in El Dorado, Magnolia and Camden use their experience to keep active in ways that make a difference in Union County, Columbia County, Ouachita County and across South Arkansas. Read more about RSVP and AmeriCorps.
Connections Volunteers
Volunteering is great for El Dorado and South Arkansas no matter your age. Your help makes the community a better place, and could actually have an impact on you! Volunteer opportunities can always be found and you can devote as much or as little time as you have to offer. El Dorado Connections can be a bridge for you to find a rewarding area to volunteer. Read more about volunteering in El Dorado, Magnolia, Camden and across South Arkansas.
Opportunities to Serve
CareNet/Senior Independent Living
Isolated seniors would welcome a friendly visit. This is also an opportunity to help an elderly neighbor/friend go to the grocery store or to their doctor's appointments.Medicare Drug Open Enrollment
El Dorado Connections advocates for senior adults and those who are on Medicare. We need your help during the Open Enrollment Period (October 15-Dec 7th). Opportunities available: 1. Greeter(make appointment for clients via phone or in person). 2. Medicare Counselor(assisting seniors with their drug plans and finding the best pharmacy and drug plan that will help them the most). Training will be available. Call 870.864.7080 for more information.Literacy Council
Empower and open new doors for an adult by helping them learn to read and reach their goal of a GED, a better job, or just learn to read better. Call 870-864-7081. Tutor training will be available.