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"The only ones among you who will be really happy
are those who will have sought and found how to serve."  Dr. Albert Schweitzer



Benefits of Volunteering:


Volunteering is one of the best-kept secrets for general health and well-being.  Research has concluded that the benefits of volunteering include:
  • "Helper's high" that sense of well-being that comes from helping another
  • Increased trust in others
  • Increased social and political participation
  • Lower mortality rates
  • Lower rates of depression
  • Greater functional ability during later life
  • A positive effect on social psychological factors
  • Enhanced social networks
  • Greater sense of purpose
  • Greater life satisfaction
  • Better physical health
  • Volunteering earlier in life may impact health in later life
  • Those suffering from chronic pain report declines in their pain intensity
  • Doubles the amount of calories burned among older adults
  • Better interpersonal skills
  • Improved communication skills
  • Acquisition of job-related skills
  • Improved job opportunities


"Volunteer activities can strengthen the social ties that protect individuals from isolation during difficult times, while the experience of helping others leads to a sense of greater self-worth and trust."  Corporation for National & Community Service


Get involved today and enjoy this best-kept secret!
 

Testimonials

"Yes, I would recommend this program to other women.  It is so informative as to identifying many of my issues as to why I am the way I am in adulthood!  I am not alone!!  And I've never really know which direction to go to help myself, and this class has provided me with a wealth of information for a healthy future."

"Surviving Abuse" participant

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