Volunteer Leadership Institute graduates first class
Darine Prok of Medina has graduated as a member of the inaugural class of AARP’s Volunteer Leadership Institute (VLI). She was one of 23 exceptional volunteers from across the country who completed...
View ArticleA little of your time can make a big difference
Non-profit organizations serving neighborhoods throughout Summit County invite you to stop by for refreshments and discussion about how a little of your time can make a big difference in your...
View ArticleTake the Road to Safer Driving
Bob Rankin, 80, of suburban Cincinnati, is deputy state coordinator for the AARP Smart Driver course. Photo by Chris Langer By Vince McKelvey Bob Rankin, of suburban Cincinnati, spent part of his...
View ArticleKnow inspiring volunteers? Let’s honor them
AARP now is accepting nominations for its 2014 Ohio Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors Ohioans age 50+ who are sharing their experience, talent and skills to enrich the lives of their...
View ArticleFinding fulfillment in a Life Reimagined
Bill Schwarber enjoyed a long career as a special education teacher in Solon City schools. “As an educator of children, the 30-year retirement carrot was dangled in front of me. In my mind this was too...
View ArticleYour help has never been more important
It’s never been more important. Elementary school students in kindergarten through third grade are learning to read. After third grade, they are reading to learn. In Ohio, students must pass the state...
View ArticleTutors get a Boost from Helping Students
James Williams tutors D’Marion Price, a student at Willson Elementary School in Cleveland. Photo by Chris Langer. By Sarah Hollander We all have that teacher we remember decades later, the adult who...
View ArticleStay Informed: Join Online Community
© Istockphoto/mfto To deepen its connection with members, AARP Ohio is encouraging those who enjoy social media to become part of its online community. Members who “like” AARP at facebook.com/aarpoh or...
View ArticleAARP Ohio 2014 Andrus Award honors Toledo volunteer Norman A. Bell Sr. for...
Having dedicated countless hours over five decades to volunteering with a variety of non-profit organizations in Toledo to help make life better for people in his community, Norman A. Bell Sr. is...
View ArticleWhat’s HOT in 2015? Dynamic volunteers
Meet AARP volunteers at information sessions in February and March If you want to have fun and make a difference in your community, then volunteering with AARP may be your ticket to an exciting 2015....
View Article