Volunteer as a Community Ambassador
Help your community's older adults learn about and access the many programs, services, and assistance resources offered in Arlington County.
Community Ambassadors are a bridge between their neighborhoods and the Arlington safety net, providing information to and soliciting feedback from their older neighbors to improve offerings and services that help them remain safe, independent, engaged, and connected to their community.
Community Ambassadors are a trusted source of information about the many programs and services available and how to access them, and focus solely on the community in which they are already involved, providing their aging adult neighbors with a friendly, familiar source of information and support.
What Are the Duties of a Community Ambassador?
✓ Attend bi-monthly updates/ trainings, virtually or in person, to obtain information and share best practices with other Ambassadors
✓ Attend an initial in-person Zoom orientation
✓ Conduct group or one-on-one meetings with community members to share info on specific resources, as needed
✓ Provide community members with key information in ways that make sense to them
An initial orientation will give Community Ambassadors the tools and information they need to provide personal outreach to the older adults in their own neighborhoods, buildings, senior housing centers, and faith communities.
Regular trainings will ensure the Community Ambassadors remain knowledgeable and helpful.
Together, we will help older adults identify available resources to help navigate the challenges and embrace the opportunities of aging!
Interested in Joining?
