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Volunteer opportunities in Jackson County: May 25 By Staff report Updated: May 25, 2021 03:30 PM A A The Community Volunteer Network is helping coordinate volunteer opportunities in Jackson County. Visit besavvyso.org/how-to-get-involved for detailed information about the opportunities below and to check out a list of more organizations looking for volunteers. Call the Community Volunteer Network at 541-857-7780 or email [email protected] for more information and to sign up. The Teresa McCormick Center is in need of an experienced BIKE MECHANIC to repair and build bicycles that have been donated. The bikes are gifted to community members in need. Volunteer mechanic would be able to use the Center’s space, their tools, parts, and lots of bikes. Volunteer hours are flexible. Reach Ashley Hughes directly at 541-864-5098 if interested. This opportunity is for all ages. Kid Time is looking for volunteers to assist with their grades K-5 Kid Time Summer Camps; must be 16 years or older. Camps run throughout the summer from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and have educational themes such as “Construction Junction” and “Crazy Physics”. Call Kristi Reynolds directly to register or for more info at 541-772-9922. Age Wise Age Well is seeking compassionate volunteers to provide PEER COUNSELING to older adults who are experiencing issues related to aging such as grief, loss, anxiety, isolation, adjusting to new illness, and many others. No experience needed; volunteer counselors are trained to meet with clients one-on-one and provide emotional support and guidance to seniors referred to the program. This opportunity is only for volunteers 55 and older. Rogue Retreat Thrift Shop is looking for volunteer DRIVERS who can transport donated items to their shop near downtown Medford two times a month. Vehicle and gasoline card are provided, and some lifting is required. Help with sorting and pricing donations, and also assist customers with selections and sales. Volunteers must enjoy working with others to benefit an exciting cause. Strict COVID-19 policies are in place. Training and PPE will be provided. SHIBA (Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance) is seeking volunteer MEDICARE COUNSELORS to help seniors navigate the ins and outs of Medicare. No experience needed. Volunteers receive extensive training and meet one-on-one with clients to provide unbiased support for all things Medicare-related. This opportunity is only for volunteers 55 and older.