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Caring for the elderly
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and studies show that regular volunteering is associated with lower rates of depression (Mayo Clinic). By shifting focus from personal problems to helping others, volunteers often experience lower cortisol levels and reduced anxiety.
Volunteering builds community and connection, helping to reduce loneliness by fostering new friendships and meaningful social bonds. It also strengthens emotional resilience, offering a sense of purpose, pride, and accomplishment through giving back.
Saturday, May 16th: Disaster Drill
The Volunteer Reception Center (VRC) is running a practice drill for their trained response team. Are you able to help support the drill? Volunteer "actors" are needed to act as potential volunteers looking to help the community recover after disaster.
Saturday, May 30th: Disaster Prep Mini-Expo
Beatley Library will host a kid-focused emergency prep event. Participants can Touch-A-Truck (Emergency Response Vehicles), visit the mobile art lab, engage in learning demos, plus enjoy a free performance by Grammy winner 123 Andres.
Eager to support both your mental health and community? Volunteer Alexandria (VolALX) lists over 100 opportunities, searchable by location, date, and interest area. Find your next meaningful service connection below!
