Most RSVP volunteers agree that the most important benefits of volunteering are the personal ones.  Studies show that people who volunteer have healthier, longer lives. Other benefits include working for social change, building teamwork skills, developing leadership abilities, interacting with and learning from people of other generations and cultures, and demonstrating love or appreciation for others.  The most important personal benefit is the self-satisfaction you gain from helping others. 

The other benefits of joining RSVP include:

~ Supplemental Insurance benefits - RSVP carries three categories of insurance to protect its volunteers traveling to and from their volunteer stations and while volunteering.  More information on insurance is provided in the volunteer handbook and at a volunteer orientation conducted for new members.

~ Mileage reimbursement – RSVP volunteers may receive assistance, if needed, to and from volunteer assignments and official project activities, including orientation and training meetings and recognition events. On-the-job related transportation costs are the responsibility of the volunteer station.

~ Bi-monthly newsletter – As a new volunteer, you are automatically enrolled on the mailing list for the Office for Aging Second Season newsletter, an informational newsletter with articles pertaining to aging issues, local events, RSVP information, etc.

~ Recognition Event – RSVP has an annual recognition luncheon to recognize all of our wonderful volunteers. This event is free to all volunteers who have put in hours the previous year. RSVP also hosts holiday parties at the end of the year in each of the three major areas of the county – Bath, Hornell and Corning. This is another way to thank volunteers for their time and commitment to their community.

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