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.

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.