Money Minders: Help Our Older Neighbors Maintain their Independance!

Are you looking to make a meaningful difference in your community? Do you want to make a meaningful and impactful connection with an older neighbor?

Join us as a volunteer with the Money Minders Programat the Southern Maine Agency on Agingtoassist older adults in York & Cumberland counties in managing their finances to help them live independently. Volunteers work closely with clients to provide support in a way that respects their dignity and privacy.

While we are accepting rolling applications for any volunteers that wish to be involved in this program, we are currently prioritizing volunteers that live within (or are willing to commute to) Old Orchard Beach & Bridgton to be matched with clients that are on our wait list!

What youll do:
As a volunteer, you will partner with a client to assist with various monthly financial tasks, including:
-Reading and sorting mail
-Preparing a basic monthly budget
-Preparingbut NOT signingchecks to pay monthly bills
-Recording transactions in the check register
-Reconciling the check register with bank statements
-Communicating with vendors about billing issues
-Offering reliable companionship and a listening ear
Please note: Volunteers do not control client funds, ensuring a safe and protected environment for both you and the client.

Qualities, experience, & skills you'll need:
-A compassionate and respectful attitude towards client privacy and dignity
-Ability to assist clients with financial tasks, though prior experience with budgeting is helpful but not required
-Strong communication skills, particularly in interacting with vendors
-A commitment to maintaining client confidentiality and following program safeguards

Where & when youll volunteer:
Volunteers will with meet clients at their homes, providing assistance in a comfortable and familiar setting.
Meetings are typically once or twice a month, at a time that works for both you and your client. Volunteers generally spend 1-2 hours per visit, and we ask for an initial commitment of 1 year to ensure continuity for clients.

Meet Karen & Susan, a Money Minders match, and see the impact you can have!

To become a Money Minder and help clients maintain their independence, please contact [email protected] or 207.396.6595!

Please note, a training & background check are required.