Q: I'm interested in volunteering. What now?

First, what special part of yourself do you want to share? Our volunteers range from people who like to visit one-on-one to others who enjoy helping create art, and still others who love to read fiction to an attentive group of listeners. Once you find your own interests, we'll help match you with ways you can help.

Volunteers are an important part of the Chaparral community. They help connect residents to the community beyond, bring new enthusiasm and energy, and do the little extra things that make a big difference in the life of the residents.

If you would like to volunteer, or would like additional information, please email or phone the Volunteer Manager at 510.848.8774 x107 to set up an interview, visit Chaparral and meet our residents.

Here's just a short sampling of our many volunteer opportunities:

• Computer tutors
• Friendly visits
• Dog walking,
• Entertainers,
• Mind-Body leaders,
• Scrabble players,
• Card players,
• Poetry and short story readers,
• Outing volunteers,
• Grant writers,
• Gardeners
• Et cetera!