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Respite Companion: a volunteer who gives the gift of time to someone who is a full-time caregiver for a chronically ill/disabled home-bound loved-one. Caregivers need relief/respite form time to time. That is where our Respite Companions come in to play. Our volunteers are trained to do wonderful in-home, non-medical companionship. . . more

To provide the best possible healthcare within a positive living environment. We are committed to serving the personal, spiritual, and social needs of our residents. As a volunteer, you will be interacting with our residents during a variety of activities such as: bingo, puzzles, jeopardy, spa days, and many other. . . more

For more than 70 years, the goal of The Lutheran Home has remained the same - to provide the best possible healthcare within a positive living environment. We are committed to serving the personal, spiritual, and social needs of our residents. As a volunteer, you will be interacting with. . . more

The volunteer will provide office support through clerical duties such as data entry, filing, phone calling, helping with mailings etc. Volunteers can help the Bereavement Coordinator, Office Manager, Nurse Case Manager or Quality Assurance Manager. more

Become a child advocate. more

Youth in grades 3-6 come to the Kroc Center after school for homework help. Most just need encouragement and someone to offer support while they figure out their own answers. General skills in a variety of areas helpful though. Especially great for teachers who have a couple. . . more

Individuals & groups can attend a 2 hour session on how to become a Red Cross Volunteer Ambassador. Each attendee will learn how to conduct a 30 minute presentation on the Mission of the Red Cross &/or Disaster Preparedness. Volunteer Ambassadors will be called upon to participate in. . . more

Are you strong? Or enjoy putting a room together? When a refugee arrives in the United States, they have all their belongings in one bag. This is not enough items to furnish an apartment. That's where you come in! Help with the initial set up of a house or an. . . more

Newly arrived refugees have a number of appointments when they first arrive and need assistance with transportation to and from these appointments. These appointments may include such things as medical appointments, job interviews, and grocery shopping. This may not seem like an exciting opportunity, but as a volunteer you would be. . . more

Assist youth and young adults explore their creative side. We would like a volunteer to be available in the art or pottery studio to help with supply needs, as well as helping to encourage emerging artists in the ability and creativity. more

Looking for people who would like to gather items for auction at Special events such as Kidney Cruise, golf or any of the Nebraska walks. We have lists of people and business that support the work of the NKA, so you do not have to start from ground zero. more

Our Respite Companions provide: - Conversation and companionship - A safe environment for a home-bound frail adult while their caregiver is out of the house - Provide recreational activities for the home-bound individual - Help with mobility and stimulate mental awareness - Are a resource for community assistance when necessary more