Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)

The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program was funded in January of 2001 to serve the Dickinson and Iron County area.This program is part of the National Senior Service Corps of the Corporation for National Service. The mission of RSVP is to engage adults aged 55 and older in volunteer service to meet critical community needs, and to provide high quality experience to enrich volunteers' lives.

RSVP matches volunteers to a variety of public and non-profit agencies according to their skills, interests, and available time. RSVP is a very flexible program and is adaptable to suit each unique volunteer and volunteer station.

RSVP Volunteers:

• Are 55 years of age and older
• Volunteer a few hours a month and more
• Make their own schedule
• Choose how they want to serve
• Work with others to solve community needs

RSVP Volunteers choose when and where they want to volunteer. Many continue the type of work they have already enjoyed in life, while others try something completely different. RSVP volunteers may choose to volunteer in one or more locations. There are numerous RSVP Volunteer Stations throughout Dickinson and Iron Counties for volunteers to choose from. Just let us know what type of volunteering you enjoy!

RSVP Volunteers Receive:

• Free volunteer placement
• Opportunity to use your skills and experience
• Chance to learn something new each day
• Supplemental accident and liability insurance
• Meals, transportation, and mileage reimbursement
• Satisfaction of knowing that you made a difference
• Social get-togethers with other RSVP volunteers
• Monthly newsletter, the RSVP Rave

Why Volunteer?

• To live a longer, healthier, more fulfilling life.
• Volunteering puts you in touch with new faces and places and presents new challenges.
• Volunteering adds interest and meaning to you life.
• To make a difference in our community.
• The opportunities are endless.

Join Today!! Fill out an enrollment form, so that we can find a volunteer opportunity that will be meaningful and satisfying for you! Enrollment forms can be found at the DICSA main office or at your local senior center.

Contact Information:

Kristin Sommerfeld - Communications Director
800 Crystal Lake Blvd., Suite 104
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
906-774-2256
800-211-1696
Fax: 906-774-2257
E-mail: ksommerfeld@chartermi.net
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday