Volunteerism

Background

The activities of volunteerism may take many forms, including formal (clubs, religious or non-religious organizations) or informal (driving a friend or neighbor to the store). Volunteerism is supported by Congress' declaration of objectives in the Older Americans Act (OAA) that states, "Older adults have the right to participate in and contribute to meaningful activity within the widest range of civic, cultural, education and training, and recreational opportunities."

This Aging Texas Well section primarily focuses on formal volunteering opportunities.

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Updated: November 2, 2007