Senior Resource Center

For Douglas County

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MyActiveCenter

SRC's new portal for activities, groups and scheduling. Get signed up for free and register for classes and events.

Get Involved

You make all of this possible! Whether it's participating in our group activities, volunteering your time or making a donation, we can't provide the services we offer with your involvement.

Events and Classes

Welcome to our new MyActiveCenter portal. Sign up for one of our daily classes, workshops or events! Our group activities are free for seniors in Douglas County.

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Volunteering

Volunteers make a big impact throughout Douglas County. SRC can help you find a volunteer opportunity that is right for you, maybe even right here at SRC!

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Donate

Everyone you know is either a senior or a future senior. Your financial support ensures the Senior Resource Center can continue all programs for seniors of today and seniors of tomorrow! Visit the Friends of the SRC to learn more.

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Volunteering Opportunities

Volunteer leads the weekly acoustic jam session

There are numerous volunteer opportunities at the Senior Resource Center.

Counsel other seniors on Medicare options through the SHICK (Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas) program. Application and training required
Share your hobby or personal interest with other seniors by helping staff lead a related activity
Help seniors cross the digital divide by providing assistance with computer/smart phone
Volunteer Senior Wheels Driver (Baldwin City and Eudora)
Safe Winter Walkways (Partner with the City of Lawrence to ensure seniors’ sidewalks are shoveled in the winter months)
Yard Work (Help with raking leaves, mowing, and basic yard work)
Odds & Ends…just help seniors with basic tasks around their home or other small projects

Volunteering with SRC is Rewarding and Flexible!

We are flexible! Volunteer as often as you have time. Once a month, once a week, or by appointment when you have free time!

Become a Medicare Counselor

Become one of many Medicare counselors across the state who assist area seniors to navigate the changing conditions in health care insurance and to cut through the confusion. Help educate seniors on topics related to Medicare and other insurance issues.

For more information and to apply visit our Medicare page.

Volunteer in the Community

Douglas County is full of other opportunities to volunteer. For the single best place to view opportunities and/or sign up to be notified when something appears of interest to you, go to the United Way Roger Hill Volunteer Center or call 785-273-4804. Unsure what volunteer activity is right for you? Call SRC and we will do our best to help you find a great fit for your time and talent!