HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR SENIORS
Celebrate National Volunteer Month in April

Join RSVP and help make a positive impact for seniors while honoring the countless volunteers who make an valuable difference in the lives of seniors and others in need in communities across Nevada throughout the year.  

In April, in addition to celebrating volunteers – spring into action and register for RSVP’s Steppin’ Up for Seniors Virtual Run-Walk-Jog or become a volunteer yourself if you don’t currently volunteer.  Did you know that volunteerism increases happiness; improves overall well-being; and increases longevity?
 
To learn more about RSVP volunteer opportunities visit: RSVP  or to learn why service matters visit: NV Volunteers
REGISTER TODAY!

RSVP PRESENTS INAUGURAL VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION 5K/10K RUN-WALK-JOG

April 1st – 30th, 2021

RSVP is thrilled to present a new virtual fundraiser to help give and show we care.
Help your senior family members, friends and neighbors by participating in this engaging event! Practice social distancing by choosing your location, whether on the treadmill or in your neighborhood. 


What: Steppin' Up For Seniors
When/Where: All of April – Anytime – Anywhere
Participation Fee: $35.00
Rewards: Certificate of Appreciation, One-of-a-Kind Recognition Medal, Exercise, Fun, Opportunity to Help Seniors
Register: To Register Click HERE

Upon registration, you will be invited to join our Facebook Group and share your results and photos from your run/walk/jog!

To download event Flyer Click STEPPIN' UP FOR SENIORS
Steppin' Out with the Mayor
 
Join Carson City Mayor, Lori Bagwell, on April 10th as she shows her support of Carson City senior citizens and community volunteers. The Mayor will "Step Out to Step Up" For Seniors at 10:00 a.m. and join RSVP’s “Steppin’ Up For Seniors 5K Walk”.

Mayor Bagwell will start the 5K at Moffat Open Space Property on Hells Bells Rd. in Carson City - and walk the North and South Mexican Ditch Trail. Hope to see you there! 

To register for Steppin’ Up For Seniors visit: STEPPIN' UP FOR SENIORS
 
All attendees are required to wear a face covering unless they have an exemption outlined in Emergency Directive 024.
Volunteer Spotlight

This past month RSVP was proud to nominate Elayne Peterson for the Soroptimist 2021 Ruby Award presented by Soroptimist International of Carson City.  


Over the past 17 years, Elayne has dedicated more than 3,100 hours of service as an RSVP volunteer to help others. When asked why volunteering is so important to her, Elayne replied that she is “very blessed and wants to help others who aren’t so blessed.”  

Pictured L-R: Sandy Severance, Molly Walt, Elayne Peterson
RSVP’s COVID-19 Emergency Response
Shows Impact
 
RSVP’s ability to quickly adapt our independent living programs by including critical food and medicine delivery, telephone reassurance calls and drive-thru events help allay the fears many of our senior and disabled clients face. 

These expanded social supports have helped seniors and vulnerable persons to socially isolate throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, and as vaccinations become available. RSVP now offers assistance with scheduling vaccination appointments and providing trips to/from vaccination appointments.

According to one caregiver who cares for her aging parents, "this invaluable service allows my entire family to quarantine, keeping my vulnerable parents safe.  I am equally grateful that the emergency supportive service provided by the RSVP volunteer gave me a sense of reassurance that we can really limit contact with people and stay safe and healthy during this time."  

To learn more about RSVP services visit: RSVP Services

Pictured: Carson City Rotary members helped RSVP distribute Farmers Market Coupons to recipients
via a drive-thru event at the Carson City Senior Center in July 2020.
To learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine distribution visit: Immunize NV
NEST flyer general
Complete the elder needs survey at: social support or call 2-1-1 from any phone and ask about “Nevada CAN Social Support.”
Client Survey Shows Impact

“I have had RSVP come to drive me to appointments and for groceries. They have picked up prescriptions also. The drivers have all been courteous and prompt. Nancy took me to the Senior Farmer’s Market. 
It was really great! I bought plums, raspberries and three colorful masks. RSVP has been like family to me and my dog.” - RSVP Transportation Client
OUR MISSION

Provide lifesaving volunteer programs that help seniors maintain their dignity, self-respect and independence.