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
VITA Tax Volunteer
Help your community in preparing taxes free of charge for low income families in our area. You will receive FREE training. Call Dara at 864-7083 for more information.Medicare Drug Open Enrollment
El Dorado Connections advocates for senior adults and those who are on Medicare. During Open Enrollment in the fall, volunteers are needed as greeters or Medicare Counselors to assist seniors with finding the best drug plan for their situation. Training will be available. Call 870-864-7080.Food Pantries
Local food pantries need volunteers to unload food delivery trucks, sort and box items, and distribute food to those experiencing food insecurity. Call 864-7084 to volunteer.