The Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill recognizes and encourages both community and resident participation in our Volunteer Services Department.
Our Volunteers
Our volunteers represent many diverse backgrounds, interests and ages. They are women, men and youth from our communities, as well as residents at the Masonic Village, who care and want to make a meaningful difference in the comfort and happiness of our residents' lives. Some of our volunteers represent Masonic lodges, chapters of the Order of the Eastern Star, Job's Daughters, Rainbow Girls and DeMolay. Many volunteers, however, are individuals with no particular affiliation to the Masonic Village other than a genuine interest in helping mankind.
Benefits of Volunteering
Volunteer service at the Masonic Village provides opportunities to make new friends, learn different skills, and develop new interests. Volunteers also experience the rewarding satisfaction that comes from helping others. We look forward to having you join our program and hope that you will find your experience to be rewarding, enjoyable and memorable.
Opportunities
Prospective volunteers, through a personal interview, will share their motivation for volunteering, time commitment, interests, abilities and skills. Every effort is made to assign volunteers into an area which meets the interests of the volunteer and the needs of the Masonic Village.
Some areas where volunteers serve:
Resident Care Unit
- Escorting residents to in-house activities, appointments or the library
Recreation Services
- Assisting with crafts, ceramics and socials
- Assisting with special events and programs
Resident Visitation
- Providing socialization and reminiscence
- Writing/reading letters and notes
- Escorting residents on walks or to the gift shop
Ancillary Services
- Escorting residents from appointments in the beauty/barber shop and rehabilitation services
Weekend Opportunities
- Assisting with Saturday activities
- Escorting residents to and from church on Sunday afternoons
- Assisting with annual spring and winter holiday bazaars
Gift Shop and General Store
- Serving as sales attendants
- Stocking shelves
Other Opportunities
- Assisting various departments with projects
- Serving as attendants in the library
Lodges and Chapters
Throughout the year, lodges and chapters assist our residents either on a regular basis as a group service project or during special events. To find out more information on how your lodge or chapter can help, please call the Volunteer Services Department at (610) 825-6100, ext. 1325.
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