Description of Duties: Volunteers will play an important role in supporting MEND’s Forever Fabulous Feast, a joyful holiday celebration for seniors ages 55 and older. They will help ensure the event runs smoothly from start to finish by assisting with setup, guest service, and cleanup. Volunteers will help foster a welcoming and festive environment where every guest feels appreciated and cared for.
Impact: Support MEND’s annual Forever Fabulous Feast, a special holiday celebration honoring 100 senior community members ages 55 and older. This event provides a joyful experience with breakfast, entertainment, gifts, and food bags. Volunteers will play a key role in ensuring that guests feel welcomed, cared for, and celebrated.
Specific Responsibilities: Volunteers will assist with setting up tables, decorations, and serving areas before the event and help clean up afterward. They will welcome and register senior guests, take breakfast orders, and serve plates, coffee, and tea. Volunteers will also help distribute gifts and food bags and support MEND staff with any tasks needed throughout the event.
Skills/Experience/Resources/Certifications Needed: Volunteers should have a friendly, patient, and compassionate attitude when interacting with seniors. They must be comfortable standing, walking, and carrying up to 20 lbs as part of their duties. The ability to follow directions, work cooperatively as part of a team, and maintain a positive attitude is essential. Volunteers must also have reliable transportation and arrive on time.
Dress Code: Holiday spirit is encouraged—volunteers may wear festive but appropriate attire. Closed-toe shoes are required for safety, and clothing should be comfortable and suitable for serving food and participating in setup and cleanup activities.
Time Commitment: This is a one-time volunteer opportunity taking place on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., which includes setup and cleanup time.
Covid-19 Vaccination and Masking: MEND follows the LA Public Health Guidelines for COVID-19 cases (isolation) and close contact. While at MEND masks are optional.
The above volunteer description serves to provide a summary of duties and responsibilities as a Volunteer at MEND. Volunteers do not receive compensation for services provided and should have no assurance or reason to expect pay or employment from the volunteer activity. Volunteers are not eligible for any benefits, including unemployment or workers' compensation.
