Sycom GM RSS feed generatorFri, 08 Jan 2010 13:05:26 GMThttp://volunteersofamerica.org/default.aspxVolunteers of America’s services programs promote health and independence for the elderly. Volunteers of America is one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of quality, affordable housing for seniors and a major provider of professional long-term care, including assisted living, home health care and nursing home care. Copyright 2009en-usWed, 17 Mar 2010 02:17:03 GMT1http://volunteersofamerica.org/Get-Help/National-Network-of-Services/Senior_Services/Search-for-Senior-Programs.aspxFri, 08 Jan 2010 13:05:26 GMT/Get-Help/Aging-with-Options.aspxThu, 10 Sep 2009 22:39:54 GMT/Get-Help/Find-Affordable-Housing.aspxThu, 10 Sep 2009 22:43:52 GMThttp://volunteersofamerica.org/Get-Help/National-Network-of-Services/Senior_Services/Adult-Day-Services.aspxVolunteers of America provides a support alternative to institutional long-term care and rehabilitation through its Adult Day Services. Adult Day Services provide respite to caregivers, as well as therapeutic care to physically impaired older adults.Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:21:18 GMThttp://volunteersofamerica.org/Get-Help/National-Network-of-Services/Senior_Services/Adult-Day-Services/Featured-Program-Volunteers-of-America-Oregons-Adult-Day-Centers.aspxVolunteers of America Oregon's Adult Day Centers received high marks and an official accreditation from CARF. "We are extremely proud that our Adult Day Centers are the first in the state to receive CARF accreditation," said Kay Toran, Volunteers of America Oregon president and chief executive officer. "This award positions our services and programs as role models for the industry. When you look at the activities and operations of our programs, it's clear that our participants and families benefit from participation." Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:15:41 GMThttp://prod-voa.syscomservices.com/Get-Help/National-Network-of-Services/Long-Term_Care.aspxWed, 23 Sep 2009 13:42:53 GMThttp://volunteersofamerica.org/Get-Help/National-Network-of-Services/Senior_Services/Senior-Service-Corp-Programs.aspxVolunteers of America involves seniors in myriad community service activities through the Senior Service Corp programs. The Senior Service Corp programs, administered by the Corporation for National and Community Service, offer seniors volunteer opportunities through its Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) and Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion programs. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:35:10 GMThttp://volunteersofamerica.org/Get-Help/National-Network-of-Services/Senior_Services/Senior-Service-Corp-Programs/Featured-Program-RSVP.aspxSeveral days each week, Margaret Wood works as a receptionist at the Volunteers of America Colorado Branch office in Denver. She is outgoing, hardworking and efficient. She recognizes repeat callers by their voices. She has a keen memory, and can recall details of every incoming message. When she is away from the switchboard, she stays busy stuffing envelopes for fundraising efforts and special events. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:45:13 GMThttp://volunteersofamerica.org/Get-Help/National-Network-of-Services/Senior_Services/Senior-Center--Meal-Programs.aspxSenior Centers provide an opportunity for seniors to come together as a group for services and activities that will enhance their dignity, support their independence and encourage their involvement in their community. Mon, 31 Aug 2009 01:58:19 GMThttp://volunteersofamerica.org/Get-Help/National-Network-of-Services/Senior_Services/Service-Coordinator-Program.aspxVolunteers of America's Service Coordinator programs are located within 81 senior housing communities, and enable residents to live independently and longer in their own homes and improve the quality of their lives. The Service Coordinator program empowers the residents to become more independent by linking them with supportive services within the community. Mon, 31 Aug 2009 02:12:44 GMThttp://volunteersofamerica.org/Get-Help/National-Network-of-Services/Senior_Services/Handyman-Repair-Program.aspxHandyman services include home safety assessments, minor home repairs and home modifications to help adapt the living space of the senior. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:45:29 GMT