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environmental challenges and industrial mineral research. While most of us can’t quite explain what she did, we all agree it’s wildly impressive. Her heart for service runs deep. Greta’s volunteered as a rape crisis counselor, animal rescuer, math and science tutor, and even helped launch local and university chapters of USADance to promote mental alertness through movement and connection. At ENVP, Greta has become our tech hero. Since March, she’s been wrangling our new scheduling system by training others, fixing daily glitches, and showing up (yes, even on weekends!) to make sure everything runs smoothly. It’s tedious work, and she took it on simply because she could help. We suspect she’s questioned her sanity more than once for taking on so much, but we’re endlessly grateful. ENVP supports hundreds of Tucson’s older adults each year, and it is volunteers, like Greta, who make it all possible. Whether it’s stepping in during a last-minute driver emergency or quietly keeping our systems afloat, Greta embodies the spirit of service. To Greta, and to every volunteer across Tucson who gives their time, energy, and heart, we thank you. You’re the reason we can do what we do. E NVP is always looking for great volunteers. Find out more information or sign up to volunteer at tucsonenvp.com
The Neighbors Care Alliance (NCA) is a network of neighborhood volunteer programs with a shared mission of helping older adults thrive safely in their homes for as long as possible. The programs serve specific geographic areas, and each is independently organized. Pima Council on Aging serves as the program administrator and provides tools to build infrastructure, volunteer training, opportunities for networking, access to community resources, and mileage reimbursement. The Neighbors Care Alliance is more than just a collection of volunteer programs. Through a tapestry of local initiatives, the NCA weaves a stronger, more compassionate social fabric one ride, call, or visit at a time. Does your neighborhood have an informal neighbors-helping-neighbors program that would benefit from support? If not, would you like to learn how you can start one? For more information visit nca.pcoa.org or call Christina Walker, PCOA Volunteer Services Program Manager at (520) 258-5062.
Volunteer Spotlight: Greta Orris At Eastside Neighbors Volunteer Program (ENVP), we’re lucky to have a crew of incredible volunteers, but today, we’re shining the spotlight on one truly extraordinary person, Greta Orris. Greta joined ENVP in June 2023, bringing with her a fascinating background as a geologist with the U.S. Geological Survey. She’s worked across the globe, from the American West to Southeast Asia tackling
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