AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP

What is RSVP?

RSVP is your invitation to serve. RSVP is a national AmeriCorps Seniors program which matches older adults with volunteer opportunities in their local area. AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP volunteers serve with organizations dedicated to helping others and improving their communities.

When you join AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP, you choose how you want to give back. You can use the skills and talents you’ve gained over the years or develop new ones while serving at a local non-profit or government organization.

What can AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP volunteers do?

Georgia Mountains RSVP volunteers perform these activities:

• Meals on Wheels – delivery and packing
• Medicare SHIP – inform or counsel beneficiaries about insurance benefits, distribute information at events
• Teach activities to older adults at senior centers
• Telephone homebound older adults for welfare and socialization
• Caregiver respite support – assist with activities for individuals with dementia
• Disaster preparation – distribute information, collect supplies
• Administrative – provide clerical, computer, and receptionist support

Where can I serve?

Georgia Mountains RSVP serves the 13 counties in North Georgia: Banks, Dawson, Forsyth, Franklin, Habersham, Hall, Hart, Lumpkin, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union, and White. Opportunities vary in each county.

Who can Join?

You can enroll in RSVP if you meet the following requirements:

• 55 years of age or better
• Willing to serve on a regular basis without compensation
• Enjoy working with others to solve community problems
• Willing to accept supervision as required

Why should I join?

• Flexibility – You choose your volunteer assignment considering the location, type of position and time commitment.
• Variety – Options are available for different kinds of volunteer opportunities.
• Individual Attention – RSVP works to match your skills, interests and schedule with available opportunities.
• Insurance – While performing your volunteer service through RSVP you receive free supplemental accident and liability insurance.
• Recognition – RSVP provides recognition of your volunteer efforts.
• Health – Documented studies show that older adults experience meaningful improvements in their mental and physical health when volunteering
• Be counted! Help to show the contributions of older adults across the country

Funding is provided by AmeriCorps, the federal agency for volunteering and service.

This material is based on work supported by AmeriCorps. Opinions or points of view in this document are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official position of, or a position that is endorsed by, AmeriCorps.​