At the heart of the Village is the volunteer team. A group of like-minded people wishing to serve in various capacities is what makes the Village a real community - neighbors helping neighbors. There are many ways to serve and a variety of talents and skills are the very essence of a great Village. Our purpose is to support members in maintaining their independence and social engagement by providing
non-medical services. Remember...you will get more than you give!
Volunteers impact lives....
“To say my father benefited greatly from the help of the Village volunteers is a vast understatement. The help he has been provided represents a circle of life moment for my Dad, now 92. Dad created, or volunteered for, numerous San Clemente organizations.
Two to three years ago, as my Dad’s memory failed, the Village helped him stay in his home for as long as possible, bringing him to the grocery store weekly, helping him with his computer and otherwise lending support. Once he transitioned to an assisted living community, a Village volunteer came to see him every Friday afternoon to reminisce about his life and keep his mind engaged. When he transitioned to Memory Care this summer, the same volunteer continues to see him every Friday afternoon.
I get emotional thinking of how my Dad helped so many people as a volunteer over several decades of his prime years and now that he needs help, the volunteers of the Village have come to help him. The Village is truly a remarkable organization.” - Son of Village Member