Volunteer Application Form
If you are ready to begin volunteering, please complete this form.
AmeriCorps Seniors
AmeriCorps Seniors offers various service opportunities for individuals to get involved and make a positive difference in their community, such as mentoring students or delivering meals to the elderly.
Commitments with AmeriCorps Seniors range from a few hours to 40 hours per week, allowing individuals to choose how and when they want to give back according to their needs, ambition, and lifestyle.
Companion Programs
Spend time with an elderly, home bound person by visiting them in their home, over the phone, or taking leisurely outings together.
- Help combat loneliness and isolation within our community.
- Participants of this program benefit from the regular social activity and expanded support network, while experiencing improved emotional and physical health.
Foster Parent Respite
Youth ages 14-17 in need of high school service hours are encouraged to provide child care for foster parents in need of respite through this unique opportunity in partnership with Foster Parent Association Board.
Home Repair Program
Provide home maintenance and repair help for those who can’t do it on their own.
- Help elderly and disabled persons live safely in their own homes!
- Help with minor home maintenance and/or repairs such as changing light bulbs, raking leaves, and other home tasks.
- Volunteer hours are flexible – evenings and weekends available!
Meals on Wheels
We are looking for volunteers to help us deliver meals to the elderly in our community.
- In person meal delivery provides regular social interaction and a brief safety check.
- Because pick up and delivery can be done in as little as 1 hour, this opportunity is great for those looking to volunteer over their lunch hour.
- Monday – Friday only.
Adopt-A-Route
Through our corporate volunteer program, you and your company can make a meaningful difference in the lives of homebound seniors.
- Simple and easy meal delivery on a pre-determined route
- Once per week for just one hour
- Strengthen your connection with the local community and make a positive impact
Senior Dining
We are looking for volunteers to set up and serve meals for seniors.
- Meal Server: Serve nutritious meals, coordinate activities, and provide companionship at one of the adult nutrition sites. (Monday-Friday)
- Meal Setup/Cleanup: Assist with setting tables, washing dishes, or sweeping and mopping floors at one of the adult nutrition sites. (Monday-Friday)
Transportation Services
We are looking for volunteers to assist seniors and adults with disabilities with local transportation.
- If you enjoy driving and helping others, this is a great opportunity!
- Assignments are very flexible.
- Drivers use their own vehicle and must have their own insurance coverage.
- Reimbursement for mileage is provided at 45 cents per mile.
KAFASI News
The latest news and events from KAFASI
September 19, 2023
During National Hispanic Heritage Month, KAFASI honors the diverse history of generations of our Latino brothers and Sisters. We acknowledge and salute the vital contributions of our brothers and sisters of Latino Heritage who help make our communities stronger every day. KAFASI embarks on and works to strengthen our presence, relationship and partnership in
September 12, 2023
In observation of 9/11 National Day of Service, Kenosha Area Family & Aging Services, Inc. (KAFASI) was privileged to have Department of Revenue Secretary Peter Barca accompany one of our amazing volunteer drivers, (Lori Brown) on a ride along to deliver Meals on Wheels lunches to our wonderful clients in the city of Kenosha.
August 21, 2023
Many of us are who we are today because of the Matriarchs and Patriarchs we have had in our lives they showed us the way. I know I wouldn’t be if it weren’t for them! I like to call them our TREASURES. They’ve shown us how to live, how to give, our history, its
