Governor Recognizes Veterans and Other News
Governor Recognizes
Veterans

Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak recognized Veterans and their Service during a special event held on October 27th at the State Capitol in Carson City.  RSVP Veterans Volunteers in Partnership (VIP) Program clients, volunteers and staff were honored to participate in the event and meet the Governor.  The event was held in partnership with the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development. 

The RSVP VIP Program seeks Veterans to serve as volunteers and offers assistance to Veterans in need through an innovative community-based approach to help Veterans remain living independently.   To learn more, contact Laura Snider, Veterans VIP Program Coordinator, 775-687-4680 x120, or visit: VIP

The RSVP Veterans VIP Program is funded in part by the Corporation for National and Community Service and Carson City Community Development Block Grant Program.  
Make a Plan for Voting

Due to COVID-19, public health concerns and social distancing guidelines may make voting more complex than swinging by one’s local polling place en route to work.

"If you feel unsafe about voting by mail, you can vote by two other means.

1. Vote in person. There will be limited polling places open to vote by person in every county. Check with your local county clerk for where the polling places will be.

2. Drop off your mail-in ballot in ballot boxes established by the county clerk in each county. The ballot boxes are secure and accessed only by the county clerk. Check with your local county clerk for the location of ballot boxes.

You can also drop off your mail-in ballot at polling places if you don’t want to wait in line to vote."

Lora E Myles, Esq.
CARE (Carson and Rural Elder) Law Program

To learn about the 2020 Election, Voter Information, How & When to Vote, please visit the Nevada Secretary of State/Elections: Elections
RSVP Homemakers Make a Difference!

RSVP Homemakers help low-income individuals age 60 and older who are struggling to live safely and comfortably by providing a clean, hygienic environment.  Services include general housekeeping such as dusting, vacuuming, kitchen and bathroom cleaning, floor maintenance, laundry and linen changing; and social interaction and support.

“I would not be able to stay in my home without RSVP. It’s allowed me to keep my home and to have food to eat that is fresh and healthy. The homemaker services keep my home clean. RSVP is a place I can count on for transportation to go food shopping and to other appointments without worrying how to accomplish these tasks. I can’t do without it!”                             –  RSVP Homemaker and Transportation Client

Homemakers are contract employees working approximately 20 hours a week.  To learn more about RSVP’s Homemaker Program visit: RSVP Homemaker

Pictured: Karen Hayes, RSVP Carson City Homemaker Field Representative
RSVP Seeks Office Volunteers

RSVP offers volunteer opportunities in the Carson City office for seniors 55+ who are looking to help with general clerical duties including open/sort mail, stuff envelopes, answer phones, data entry, etc.  Benefits include increasing your skills and self-confidence, meet new people, and make a positive difference in the community.

Volunteering helps to increase the public’s awareness of the vast knowledge, experience, expertise and love found in people who want to give back! 

For more info. contact Sandy Severance, HCP & Veterans VIP Program Director, 775-687-4680 x6, or visit: Volunteer Opportunities
To Register for the NGEC Free Training Programs - Visit: NGEC Free Community Training
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Complete the elder needs survey at: social support or call 2-1-1 from any phone and ask about “Nevada CAN Social Support.”
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MISSION STATEMENT

Provide Lifesaving Volunteer Programs that help Seniors Maintain their Dignity, Self-Respect & Independence