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Volunteer Shopping Assistance
The Volunteer Shopping Assistance program provides grocery shopping support for older adults, individuals with disabilities, and others in Hunterdon County who are unable to shop for themselves.
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Volunteer Shoppers provide practical support that helps neighbors remain safe, independent, and connected to their community. This service is especially important for residents who may have limited mobility, health concerns, transportation challenges, or little local support.
Become a Volunteer Shopper
Hunterdon Helpline is seeking caring and dependable Volunteer Shoppers to help older adults, individuals with disabilities, and others who are unable to shop for themselves.
Hunterdon Helpline is a community-focused nonprofit that helps individuals and families connect with essential services, support, and resources. Through compassionate listening, thoughtful referrals, and caring volunteer programs, Hunterdon Helpline helps people understand their options, connect with resources, and feel less alone.
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Volunteer Responsibilities
Volunteer Shoppers may:
Shop for groceries and essential household items for an assigned individual.
Communicate clearly with the person being served about shopping lists, preferences, and needs.
Deliver purchased items in a reliable and respectful manner.
Follow Hunterdon Helpline procedures for receipts, payment, and documentation.
Communicate with Hunterdon Helpline staff about schedules, changes, or concerns.
Respect confidentiality, boundaries, and the dignity of each person served.
Represent Hunterdon Helpline with kindness, reliability, and professionalism.
Volunteer Qualifications
Friendly Visitor volunteers should be:
Compassionate, dependable, and respectful.
Comfortable shopping for groceries and household essentials.
Good listeners who enjoy conversation and connection.
Able to communicate clearly and follow program procedures.
Organized and attentive to details.
Able to maintain appropriate boundaries and confidentiality.
Willing to complete required volunteer screening, orientation, and training.
Able to commit to a regular shopping schedule based on availability and program needs.
Why Volunteer?
As a Volunteer Shopper, you provide more than groceries. You help a neighbor remain independent, supported, and connected.
Your time can make daily life easier for someone who may otherwise struggle to access basic necessities.
Location
Volunteer Shopper opportunities are based in Hunterdon County. Volunteer assignments are coordinated by Hunterdon Helpline based on community need, volunteer availability, and appropriate match.
