Last Updated on May 21, 2025
Volunteer Opportunities Here at Charlestown
Ways to Serve
• Create/Run a group doing a hobby you enjoy
• Help support a group to be functional
• Participate in Residents Council
• Review, introduce or project films for Night at the Movies
• Help support the Benevolent Care Fund
• Visit with fellow residents who need a friend
• Volunteer at special events
• Share a talent, hobby or travel stories with residents in continuing care.
• Be a wheel chair escort
• Treasure Sale Volunteer
• Pet Visits to fellow residents
• Collect cans or bags for recycling program
• Donate materials for events or CC activities
There are so many ways to get involved. Contact the Volunteer Coordinator Allison Chlada to get started. 601-8133 or allison.chlada@erickson.com
Volunteer Opportunities February 2020
Lansdowne Elementary School
Work with elementary age children in various ways. A group of volunteers from Charlestown goes on Thursdays via the free shuttle.
For more information, contact Janet Evans or the Volunteer office at 410-737-8838, ext. 601-8133.
Dorsey Activities Cart
Take a cart with various activities to rooms at Dorsey Hall to give residents an opportunity to do an activity. Volunteers can do the activity with the resident or they may prefer you to leave the activity with them to do on their own.
Contact the Volunteer office at 410-737-8838, ext. 601-8133 for more information about joining this brand new initiative.
60 Minutes Visitors Group
Volunteers needed to go to Caton Woods on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month to visit residents.
For more information, contact Pat Payne or the Volunteer office at 410-737-8838, ext. 601-8133
Friendly Visitors
Welcome new residents with a friendly visit. Help them get adjusted to life here at Charlestown and meet a new friend at the same time!
For more information contact Ellie DiPietro or the Volunteer office at 410-737-8838, ext. 601-8133
Memory Care Friendly Visitors
Visit with residents in memory care and do activities such as reading, painting nails etc.
Contact Volunteer office for more information 410-737-8838, ext. 601-8133
Hospice Volunteer Training Offered on December 4
Calling anyone ready to become a volunteer here on campus supporting those residents who are utilizing hospice services. We have a unique opportunity and have scheduled a training here on campus!
Gilchrist Hospice Volunteer Training
December 4, 2019
9 AM – 4:30 PM
Brookside Classroom #1
Lunch provided
RSVP required
RSVP to Kimberlee Kahl either by email KKAHL@GilchristCares.org or phone: 443.849.8337. Applications need to be completed before the training. Obtain an application from Stephanie Knowles in the volunteer office on Main Street, Maple Terrace (Bldg. 2). Contact her at: 410-737-8838 x 8133 or Stephanie.Knowles@erickson.com
There is a great need, the more help we can offer the better, so pass the word around to others you think may be interested. Thanks for all you do and hope to see you at the training!
Important tips for becoming a Volunteer Superhero
Choose something that’s a good fit for you
Think about what matters to you, and be selective about where you spend your time. Choosing opportunities that make you feel good while helping other, builds stronger communities, and enriches your own life at the same time.
Learn something new
Volunteering can also teach you valuable new skills that you can use in other parts of your life. Push yourself creatively. Find something you enjoy doing and enhance your skills
Don’t over-commit your schedule
Remember all the other commitments you have in your life, and don’t burn yourself out. Stick to a volunteering schedule that makes sense for you and leaves you time to enjoy the activity.
Volunteering as a group
Group volunteering is a wonderful way to bond with your family, friends or neighbors. Not only will you create lasting memories, but you will help someone in need. The Activities Staff in our Assisted Living and Continuing Care centers can help choose a date and time for an interested group to lead an activity or entertain residents.
Create your very own volunteer activity
If you feel strongly about being a volunteer but don’t see anything on our lists of available volunteer activities, consider CUSTOMIZING YOUR OWN. Think of the skills you have to offer, your former career, the activities that YOU are passionate about. We can help you share your talent, knowledge or skills with other residents – teach a class, demonstrate a talent, give a presentation by creating a “customized” project or program.
Call the Volunteer Program Office: (410) 737-8838, Ext. 601-8133
Did you know… more than 1/3 of our resident population is involved in volunteering?
They actually live the Charlestown motto: “Sharing our gifts to create a community that celebrates life!” Our Volunteer Program provides a variety of volunteer activities to fit your needs and lifestyle.
Would you like to share your time, talents or skills with fellow residents?
Whether you can spare a few hours a week or a few hours a month, we have many on- campus volunteer opportunities and flexible hours available in both Independent Living and Continuing Care.
Ready to begin?
Don’t forget to register with the Volunteer Program Office. This helps us keep our records current.
Contact the Volunteer Program Coordinator to find out how to register:
Allison Chlada, Volunteer Program Coordinator
Volunteer Program Office (Brookside, Terrace Level)
Allison.Chlada@erickson.com
Volunteer Form
You can complete the online form below, which will be sent directly to the Charlestown Volunteer Coordinator, Allison Chlada or you can download and complete the Resident Volunteer Application Form.
Volunteer Opportunities at Charlestown
Volunteer Form
You can complete the online form below, which will be sent directly to the Charlestown Volunteer Coordinator, Allison Chalada, or you can download and complete the Resident Volunteer Application Form.
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