Volunteer Opportunities From: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates

Volunteer: Game and Puzzle Volunteer in Pleasanton (Sunflower Hill)

Do you love games and want to share your passion with others? Volunteer to lead a monthly game and puzzle activity for residents at Sunflower Hill in Pleasanton! This is a great opportunity to build community, share skills, and bring joy to residents who enjoy games and socializing.

When: Monthly, Weekdays, 3:30PM-5PM

What You'll Do: Lead a small group of residents in a relaxed game or a puzzle session Provide guidance and support for beginners and experienced participates alike Foster a warm and welcoming environment for social engagement A Service Coordinator will be on-site to support the activity. No professional teaching experience is needed-just a love for knitting and patience to help others!

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a month for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

POSITION STARTS IN DECEMBER

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships. By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Sunflower Hill

Do you love games and want to share your passion with others? Volunteer to lead a monthly game and puzzle activity for residents at Sunflower Hill in Pleasanton! This is a great opportunity to build community, share skills, and bring joy to residents who enjoy games and socializing.

When: Monthly, Weekdays, 3:30PM-5PM

What You'll Do: Lead a small group of residents in a relaxed game or a puzzle session Provide guidance and support for beginners and experienced participates alike Foster a warm and welcoming environment for social engagement A Service Coordinator will be on-site to support the activity. No professional teaching experience is needed-just a love for knitting and patience to help others!

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a month for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

POSITION STARTS IN DECEMBER

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships. By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Sunflower Hill

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94566

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Arts and Crafts Volunteer in Pleasanton (Sunflower Hill)

Do you love art and want to share your passion with others? Volunteer to lead a monthly arts and crafts activity for residents at Sunflower Hill in Pleasanton! This is a great opportunity to build community, share skills, and bring joy to residents who enjoy crafting and socializing.

When: Monthly, Weekdays, 3:30PM-5PM

What You'll Do: Lead a small group of residents in a relaxed crafting session Provide guidance and support for beginners and experienced participates alike Foster a warm and welcoming environment for social engagement A Service Coordinator will be on-site to support the activity. No professional teaching experience is needed-just a love for knitting and patience to help others!

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a month for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement. POSITION STARTS IN DECEMBER About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships. By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Sunflower Hill

Do you love art and want to share your passion with others? Volunteer to lead a monthly arts and crafts activity for residents at Sunflower Hill in Pleasanton! This is a great opportunity to build community, share skills, and bring joy to residents who enjoy crafting and socializing.

When: Monthly, Weekdays, 3:30PM-5PM

What You'll Do: Lead a small group of residents in a relaxed crafting session Provide guidance and support for beginners and experienced participates alike Foster a warm and welcoming environment for social engagement A Service Coordinator will be on-site to support the activity. No professional teaching experience is needed-just a love for knitting and patience to help others!

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a month for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement. POSITION STARTS IN DECEMBER About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships. By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Sunflower Hill

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94566

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Dance or Zumba Volunteer in Pleasanton (Sunflower Hill)

Do you love dance and want to share your passion with others? Volunteer to lead a monthly dance/zumba class for residents at Sunflower Hill in Pleasanton! This is a great opportunity to build community, share skills, and bring joy to residents who enjoy dance and socializing.

When: Monthly, Weekdays, 3:30PM-5PM

What You'll Do: Lead a small group of residents in a dance class and modify movements as needed to accommodate the needs of the participants. Provide guidance and support for beginners and experienced participates alike Foster a warm and welcoming environment for social engagement

A Service Coordinator will be on-site to support the activity. No professional teaching experience is needed-just a love for knitting and patience to help others!

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a month for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

POSITION STARTS IN DECEMBER

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships. By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Sunflower Hill

Do you love dance and want to share your passion with others? Volunteer to lead a monthly dance/zumba class for residents at Sunflower Hill in Pleasanton! This is a great opportunity to build community, share skills, and bring joy to residents who enjoy dance and socializing.

When: Monthly, Weekdays, 3:30PM-5PM

What You'll Do: Lead a small group of residents in a dance class and modify movements as needed to accommodate the needs of the participants. Provide guidance and support for beginners and experienced participates alike Foster a warm and welcoming environment for social engagement

A Service Coordinator will be on-site to support the activity. No professional teaching experience is needed-just a love for knitting and patience to help others!

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a month for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

POSITION STARTS IN DECEMBER

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships. By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Sunflower Hill

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94566

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Math and Science Tutor/Homework Help

Do you want to be a positive influence in the lives of youth? Volunteer to assist high school age teens with their homework. We are currently searching for one volunteer to fill this gap. General support is needed in the area of Math and Science. Homework help on Wednesdays between 5pm -6pm. This is a fun opportunity to build volunteer hours, to be a positive influence in the lives of children, and to have a great time! Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 3 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms, and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

Property: University Neighborhood Apartments

Do you want to be a positive influence in the lives of youth? Volunteer to assist high school age teens with their homework. We are currently searching for one volunteer to fill this gap. General support is needed in the area of Math and Science. Homework help on Wednesdays between 5pm -6pm. This is a fun opportunity to build volunteer hours, to be a positive influence in the lives of children, and to have a great time! Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 3 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms, and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

Property: University Neighborhood Apartments

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94703

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Tai Chi

Guiding elderly residents through Tai Chi.

Property: Madison at 14th Apartments

Guiding elderly residents through Tai Chi.

Property: Madison at 14th Apartments

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94612

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Teach an Exercise Class

Lead a one hour class for seniors to stay active!

Property: Verana Hill

Lead a one hour class for seniors to stay active!

Property: Verana Hill

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94710

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Garden Assistance

One time garden assistance

Property: St. Andrew's Manor

One time garden assistance

Property: St. Andrew's Manor

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94612

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Yoga

Lead Yoga Classes. Opportunity would ideally occur between 1 PM and 2 PM on Mondays twice a month. 

Property: Arboleda Apartments

Lead Yoga Classes. Opportunity would ideally occur between 1 PM and 2 PM on Mondays twice a month. 

Property: Arboleda Apartments

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94597

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Yoga at Linda Glen

Lead a gentle yoga class for seniors at Linda Glen. 

Property: Linda Glen

Lead a gentle yoga class for seniors at Linda Glen. 

Property: Linda Glen

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94611

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Tech Tutoring at Merritt Crossing

Do you want to help low-income seniors overcome technological barriers? Volunteer to tutor technology for seniors living at Merritt Crossing in Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer who is available weekly on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays, time is flexible.

Bilingual? Let us know! (High Cantonese/Mandarin-speaking population)

Many of SAHA’s seniors living in affordable housing want to learn how to use their technology and have very little knowledge of how to operate and navigate a computer, a tablet and/or a smartphone. They have a strong desire and need to learn. Help these seniors operate their technology so that they can communicate with family and friends!

You would be teaching them the basics of how use and operate their tablets! This may include teaching them how to know if they are signed into WiFi, how to fill out forms, how to send text messages, how to create an email account and how to send emails. They also want to know how to surf the Web and use apps on their tablets. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Property: Merritt Crossing Senior Apartments

Do you want to help low-income seniors overcome technological barriers? Volunteer to tutor technology for seniors living at Merritt Crossing in Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer who is available weekly on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays, time is flexible.

Bilingual? Let us know! (High Cantonese/Mandarin-speaking population)

Many of SAHA’s seniors living in affordable housing want to learn how to use their technology and have very little knowledge of how to operate and navigate a computer, a tablet and/or a smartphone. They have a strong desire and need to learn. Help these seniors operate their technology so that they can communicate with family and friends!

You would be teaching them the basics of how use and operate their tablets! This may include teaching them how to know if they are signed into WiFi, how to fill out forms, how to send text messages, how to create an email account and how to send emails. They also want to know how to surf the Web and use apps on their tablets. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Property: Merritt Crossing Senior Apartments

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94707

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: BINGO at Monarch Homes in Oakland

Do you want to get involved with your community and help prevent social isolation through playing BINGO? Volunteer to call BINGO for low income seniors living at Monarch Homes in Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to call BINGO for an hour on Thursdays from 2:30pm-3:30pm. The volunteer will facilitate BINGO games, socialize with residents and then straighten up afterwards. BINGO is a very popular activity that is also a great opportunity to build community and keep our residents active!

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Monarch Homes

Do you want to get involved with your community and help prevent social isolation through playing BINGO? Volunteer to call BINGO for low income seniors living at Monarch Homes in Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to call BINGO for an hour on Thursdays from 2:30pm-3:30pm. The volunteer will facilitate BINGO games, socialize with residents and then straighten up afterwards. BINGO is a very popular activity that is also a great opportunity to build community and keep our residents active!

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Monarch Homes

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94608

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer to lead ESL class for low-income seniors at Arbor Vista in Livermore!

Do you want to be a positive influence in bridging communication barriers? Volunteer as an English tutor for seniors living at Arbor Vista in Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to assist on any day of the week, except Fridays (time is flexible-preferabley mornings).

Bilingual? Let us know! We have a high need for Mandarin and Cantonese-speaking volunteers!

If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn. SAHA serves a very diverse demographic of seniors in the East Bay, a large percentage of which have limited English-speaking proficiency. The volunteer will work with residents who are eagerly seeking accessible English instruction to learn how to communicate in emergencies, converse with doctors and health care providers, and interact with others in everyday conversation. They are enthusiastic and greatly appreciate their English tutors.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships. By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Arbor Vista

Do you want to be a positive influence in bridging communication barriers? Volunteer as an English tutor for seniors living at Arbor Vista in Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to assist on any day of the week, except Fridays (time is flexible-preferabley mornings).

Bilingual? Let us know! We have a high need for Mandarin and Cantonese-speaking volunteers!

If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn. SAHA serves a very diverse demographic of seniors in the East Bay, a large percentage of which have limited English-speaking proficiency. The volunteer will work with residents who are eagerly seeking accessible English instruction to learn how to communicate in emergencies, converse with doctors and health care providers, and interact with others in everyday conversation. They are enthusiastic and greatly appreciate their English tutors.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships. By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Arbor Vista

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94550

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Call Bingo for Seniors in Oakland (SAM)

Do you want to get involved with your community and help prevent social isolation through playing BINGO? Volunteer to call BINGO for low income seniors living at St. Andrews Manor in Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to call BINGO for an hour on Friday afternoon. The volunteer will facilitate BINGO games, socialize with residents and then straighten up afterwards. BINGO is a very popular activity that is also a great opportunity to build community and keep our residents active!

 Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: St. Andrew's Manor

Do you want to get involved with your community and help prevent social isolation through playing BINGO? Volunteer to call BINGO for low income seniors living at St. Andrews Manor in Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to call BINGO for an hour on Friday afternoon. The volunteer will facilitate BINGO games, socialize with residents and then straighten up afterwards. BINGO is a very popular activity that is also a great opportunity to build community and keep our residents active!

 Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: St. Andrew's Manor

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94608

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: ESL Class At Satellite Central

Do you want to be a positive influence in bridging communication barriers? Volunteer to lead an English class for seniors living at Satellite Central in downtown Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to assist one day a week for an hour. SAHA serves a very diverse demographic of seniors in the East Bay, a large percentage of which have limited English-speaking proficiency. The volunteer will work with residents who are eagerly seeking accessible English instruction to learn how to communicate in emergencies, converse with doctors and health care providers, and interact with others in everyday conversation. They are enthusiastic and greatly appreciate their ESL instructors.

Interested but don't have any experience? we can provide instruction! 

If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

We are looking for a volunteer who is available on Wednesday, 4-5pm.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in The Bay Area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Satellite Central

Do you want to be a positive influence in bridging communication barriers? Volunteer to lead an English class for seniors living at Satellite Central in downtown Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to assist one day a week for an hour. SAHA serves a very diverse demographic of seniors in the East Bay, a large percentage of which have limited English-speaking proficiency. The volunteer will work with residents who are eagerly seeking accessible English instruction to learn how to communicate in emergencies, converse with doctors and health care providers, and interact with others in everyday conversation. They are enthusiastic and greatly appreciate their ESL instructors.

Interested but don't have any experience? we can provide instruction! 

If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

We are looking for a volunteer who is available on Wednesday, 4-5pm.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in The Bay Area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Satellite Central

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94612

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Food Distribution Volunteer at Park Blvd Manor

Position Summary:

SAHA is currently seeking a Food Distribution Volunteer assist with our on-site food distribution program. The Food Distribution Volunteer works closely with SAHA’s staff and other volunteers to help sort donations from the Food Bank and distribute bagged food to our resident’s door.

Primary Duties:

Help unload donated food from the delivery vehicle Sort, bag, and deliver food to residents’ doors Disinfect work station before and after each shift Light janitorial tasks at the end of each shift as needed

Abilities and Attributes:

Commitment to following food safety guidelines. Reliability, punctuality, accountability. Ability to work as part of a team. Able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

Time Requirement and Schedule:

Total time requirement: Volunteers must commit to a twice a month 2-hour shift for a minimum of 2 months. Schedule: Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, 8:30am - 10:30AM

Property: Park Boulevard Manor

Position Summary:

SAHA is currently seeking a Food Distribution Volunteer assist with our on-site food distribution program. The Food Distribution Volunteer works closely with SAHA’s staff and other volunteers to help sort donations from the Food Bank and distribute bagged food to our resident’s door.

Primary Duties:

Help unload donated food from the delivery vehicle Sort, bag, and deliver food to residents’ doors Disinfect work station before and after each shift Light janitorial tasks at the end of each shift as needed

Abilities and Attributes:

Commitment to following food safety guidelines. Reliability, punctuality, accountability. Ability to work as part of a team. Able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

Time Requirement and Schedule:

Total time requirement: Volunteers must commit to a twice a month 2-hour shift for a minimum of 2 months. Schedule: Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, 8:30am - 10:30AM

Property: Park Boulevard Manor

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94602

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Food Distribution Volunteer at Helios

Position Summary:

SAHA is currently seeking a Food Distribution Volunteer to assist with our on-site food distribution program. The Food Distribution Volunteer works closely with SAHA’s staff and other volunteers to help sort donations from the Food Bank and distribute food to our residents

Primary Duties:

Help unload donated food from the delivery vehicle Sort, bag, and distribute food to residents Disinfect work station before and after each shift Light janitorial tasks at the end of each shift as needed

Abilities and Attributes:

Commitment to following food safety guidelines. Reliability, punctuality, accountability. Ability to work as part of a team. Able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

Time Requirement and Schedule:

Total time requirement: Volunteers must commit to a twice a month 3-hour shift for a minimum of 2 months. Schedule: Every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, 8am-11am

Property: Helios Corner

Position Summary:

SAHA is currently seeking a Food Distribution Volunteer to assist with our on-site food distribution program. The Food Distribution Volunteer works closely with SAHA’s staff and other volunteers to help sort donations from the Food Bank and distribute food to our residents

Primary Duties:

Help unload donated food from the delivery vehicle Sort, bag, and distribute food to residents Disinfect work station before and after each shift Light janitorial tasks at the end of each shift as needed

Abilities and Attributes:

Commitment to following food safety guidelines. Reliability, punctuality, accountability. Ability to work as part of a team. Able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

Time Requirement and Schedule:

Total time requirement: Volunteers must commit to a twice a month 3-hour shift for a minimum of 2 months. Schedule: Every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, 8am-11am

Property: Helios Corner

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94703

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Food Distribution Volunteer at Merritt Crossing

Position Summary:

SAHA is currently seeking a Food Distribution Volunteer to assist with our on-site food distribution program. The Food Distribution Volunteer works closely with SAHA’s staff and other volunteers to help sort donations from the Food Bank and distribute food to our residents

Schedule: Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month (9am-12pm)

Primary Duties:

Help unload donated food from the delivery vehicle Sort, bag, and distribute food to residents Disinfect work station before and after each shift Light janitorial tasks at the end of each shift as needed

Abilities and Attributes:

Commitment to following food safety guidelines. Reliability, punctuality, accountability. Ability to work as part of a team. Able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

Property: Merritt Crossing Senior Apartments

Position Summary:

SAHA is currently seeking a Food Distribution Volunteer to assist with our on-site food distribution program. The Food Distribution Volunteer works closely with SAHA’s staff and other volunteers to help sort donations from the Food Bank and distribute food to our residents

Schedule: Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month (9am-12pm)

Primary Duties:

Help unload donated food from the delivery vehicle Sort, bag, and distribute food to residents Disinfect work station before and after each shift Light janitorial tasks at the end of each shift as needed

Abilities and Attributes:

Commitment to following food safety guidelines. Reliability, punctuality, accountability. Ability to work as part of a team. Able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

Property: Merritt Crossing Senior Apartments

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94607

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Food Distribution Volunteer at Lakeside

Position Summary:

SAHA is currently seeking a Food Distribution Volunteer assist with our on-site food distribution program. The Food Distribution Volunteer works closely with SAHA’s staff and other volunteers to help sort donations from the Food Bank and distribute bagged food to our resident’s door.

Primary Duties:

Help unload donated food from the delivery vehicle Sort, bag, and deliver food to residents’ doors Disinfect work station before and after each shift Light janitorial tasks at the end of each shift as needed

Abilities and Attributes:

Commitment to following food safety guidelines. Reliability, punctuality, accountability. Ability to work as part of a team. Able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

Time Requirement and Schedule:

Total time requirement: Volunteers must commit to a twice a month 2-hour shift for a minimum of 2 months. Schedule: Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, 10:00am -12:00pm

Property: Lakeside Senior Apartments

Position Summary:

SAHA is currently seeking a Food Distribution Volunteer assist with our on-site food distribution program. The Food Distribution Volunteer works closely with SAHA’s staff and other volunteers to help sort donations from the Food Bank and distribute bagged food to our resident’s door.

Primary Duties:

Help unload donated food from the delivery vehicle Sort, bag, and deliver food to residents’ doors Disinfect work station before and after each shift Light janitorial tasks at the end of each shift as needed

Abilities and Attributes:

Commitment to following food safety guidelines. Reliability, punctuality, accountability. Ability to work as part of a team. Able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

Time Requirement and Schedule:

Total time requirement: Volunteers must commit to a twice a month 2-hour shift for a minimum of 2 months. Schedule: Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, 10:00am -12:00pm

Property: Lakeside Senior Apartments

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94606

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Yoga at Otterbein Apartments

Do you enjoy exercising and teaching others to live healthier lives? Volunteer to lead a yoga class for seniors living at Otterbein Apartments in the Rockridge neighborhood of Oakland! 

Through leading a yoga class you will help to give seniors and outlet for physical and spiritual activity and help them to enrich their overall wellness. The volunteer will prepare an agenda for each class and lead residents through various exercises while providing positive feedback and support. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the Bay Area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships. By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Otterbein Manor

Do you enjoy exercising and teaching others to live healthier lives? Volunteer to lead a yoga class for seniors living at Otterbein Apartments in the Rockridge neighborhood of Oakland! 

Through leading a yoga class you will help to give seniors and outlet for physical and spiritual activity and help them to enrich their overall wellness. The volunteer will prepare an agenda for each class and lead residents through various exercises while providing positive feedback and support. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the Bay Area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships. By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Otterbein Manor

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94618

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Hillcrest Mercy Brown Bag

Resident Lead

Property: Hillcrest Gardens

Resident Lead

Property: Hillcrest Gardens

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94550

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Brown Bag-Helios

Distribute groceries to residents

Property: Helios Corner

Distribute groceries to residents

Property: Helios Corner

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94703

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Lead an Exercise class for Seniors at Beth Asher (Oakland)

Do you enjoy exercising and teaching others to live healthier lives? Volunteer to lead an exercise class for seniors living at Beth Asher in Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to teach two-four times a month.

Through leading an exercise class you will help to give low-income seniors, an outlet for physical energy and help them to enrich their overall wellness. The volunteer will prepare an agenda for each class and lead residents through various exercises while providing positive feedback and support. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships. By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Beth Asher

Do you enjoy exercising and teaching others to live healthier lives? Volunteer to lead an exercise class for seniors living at Beth Asher in Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to teach two-four times a month.

Through leading an exercise class you will help to give low-income seniors, an outlet for physical energy and help them to enrich their overall wellness. The volunteer will prepare an agenda for each class and lead residents through various exercises while providing positive feedback and support. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships. By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Beth Asher

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94602

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Yoga Class at Strawberry Creek Lodge

Do you enjoy yoga and teaching others to live healthier lives? Volunteer to lead an Exercise class for seniors living at Strawberry Creek Lodge in Berkeley! We are looking for a volunteer to teach for one hour a week on Friday, at 10AM.

Through leading an exercise class you will help to give seniors an outlet for physical and spiritual activity and help them to enrich their overall wellness. The volunteer will prepare an agenda for each class and lead residents through various exercises while providing positive feedback and support. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Strawberry Creek Lodge

Do you enjoy yoga and teaching others to live healthier lives? Volunteer to lead an Exercise class for seniors living at Strawberry Creek Lodge in Berkeley! We are looking for a volunteer to teach for one hour a week on Friday, at 10AM.

Through leading an exercise class you will help to give seniors an outlet for physical and spiritual activity and help them to enrich their overall wellness. The volunteer will prepare an agenda for each class and lead residents through various exercises while providing positive feedback and support. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Strawberry Creek Lodge

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94702

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Technology Tutoring at Valdez Plaza

Do you want to help seniors overcome technological barriers? Volunteer to tutor technology for low income seniors living at Valdez Plaza in the KONO neighborhood of Oakland!  Many of SAHA’s seniors living in affordable housing want to learn how to use their technology and have very little knowledge of how to operate and navigate a computer, a tablet and/or a smart phone. They have a strong desire and need to learn. Help these seniors operate their technology so that they can communicate with family and friends!

You would be teaching them the basics of how to know if they are signed into WiFi, how to send text messages, how to create an email account and how to send emails. They also want to know how to surf the Web and use apps on their tablets. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

This opportuntiy is for two hours once a week. There is some flexibility in when the volunteer opportunity happens, but it must be Monday-Friday between 9:30 AM and 4:00 PM. 

Residents at Valdez Plaza speak Cantonese and Mandarin as well as some English.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Valdez Plaza

Do you want to help seniors overcome technological barriers? Volunteer to tutor technology for low income seniors living at Valdez Plaza in the KONO neighborhood of Oakland!  Many of SAHA’s seniors living in affordable housing want to learn how to use their technology and have very little knowledge of how to operate and navigate a computer, a tablet and/or a smart phone. They have a strong desire and need to learn. Help these seniors operate their technology so that they can communicate with family and friends!

You would be teaching them the basics of how to know if they are signed into WiFi, how to send text messages, how to create an email account and how to send emails. They also want to know how to surf the Web and use apps on their tablets. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

This opportuntiy is for two hours once a week. There is some flexibility in when the volunteer opportunity happens, but it must be Monday-Friday between 9:30 AM and 4:00 PM. 

Residents at Valdez Plaza speak Cantonese and Mandarin as well as some English.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Valdez Plaza

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94611

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: ESL Class at Casa Montego

Do you want to be a positive influence in bridging communication barriers? Volunteer to lead an English class for seniors living at Casa Montego in Walnut Creek! We are looking for a volunteer to teach on Monday Mornings. SAHA serves a very diverse demographic of seniors in the East Bay, a large percentage of which have limited English-speaking proficiency. The volunteer will work with residents who are eagerly seeking accessible English instruction to learn how to communicate in emergencies, converse with doctors and health care providers, and interact with others in everyday conversation. They are enthusiastic and greatly appreciate their ESL instructors.

If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Casa Montego

Do you want to be a positive influence in bridging communication barriers? Volunteer to lead an English class for seniors living at Casa Montego in Walnut Creek! We are looking for a volunteer to teach on Monday Mornings. SAHA serves a very diverse demographic of seniors in the East Bay, a large percentage of which have limited English-speaking proficiency. The volunteer will work with residents who are eagerly seeking accessible English instruction to learn how to communicate in emergencies, converse with doctors and health care providers, and interact with others in everyday conversation. They are enthusiastic and greatly appreciate their ESL instructors.

If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Casa Montego

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94598

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: ESL Class at Lakeside Senior Apartments

Teach English to seniors at Lakeside Senior Apartments!

Property: Lakeside Senior Apartments

Teach English to seniors at Lakeside Senior Apartments!

Property: Lakeside Senior Apartments

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94606

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: BINGO at Helios Corner

Position: Bingo Caller

Position Summary:

SAHA is currently seeking a volunteer to assist with weekly Bingo game at Helios Corner in Berkeley. The volunteer will help call the number for the bingo games for 1 hour every Friday, 3pm-4pm.

Time Requirement and Schedule:

Total time requirement: Volunteers must commit to a 1-hour shift every Friday (3-4pm), for a minimum of 4 months.

Property: Helios Corner

Position: Bingo Caller

Position Summary:

SAHA is currently seeking a volunteer to assist with weekly Bingo game at Helios Corner in Berkeley. The volunteer will help call the number for the bingo games for 1 hour every Friday, 3pm-4pm.

Time Requirement and Schedule:

Total time requirement: Volunteers must commit to a 1-hour shift every Friday (3-4pm), for a minimum of 4 months.

Property: Helios Corner

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94703

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Knitting at Lakeside Senior Apartments

Lead a knitting group for seniors at Lakeside Senior Apartments!

Property: Lakeside Senior Apartments

Lead a knitting group for seniors at Lakeside Senior Apartments!

Property: Lakeside Senior Apartments

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94606

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Technology Tutoring at Casa Montego

Volunteer-led technology tutoring

Property: Casa Montego

Volunteer-led technology tutoring

Property: Casa Montego

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94598

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Technology Tutoring at Doh On Yuen

Do you want to help seniors overcome technological barriers? Volunteer to tutor technology for seniors living at Doh On Yuen in Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to assist once a week on Tuesday afternoons (time is flexible).

Many of SAHA’s seniors living in affordable housing want to learn how to use their technology and have very little knowledge of how to operate and navigate a computer, a tablet and/or a smart phone. They have a strong desire and need to learn. Help these seniors operate their technology so that they can communicate with family and friends!

You would be teaching them the basics of how to know if they are signed into WiFi, how to send text messages, how to create an email account and how to send emails. They also want to know how to surf the Web and use apps on their tablets. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Doh On Yuen

Do you want to help seniors overcome technological barriers? Volunteer to tutor technology for seniors living at Doh On Yuen in Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to assist once a week on Tuesday afternoons (time is flexible).

Many of SAHA’s seniors living in affordable housing want to learn how to use their technology and have very little knowledge of how to operate and navigate a computer, a tablet and/or a smart phone. They have a strong desire and need to learn. Help these seniors operate their technology so that they can communicate with family and friends!

You would be teaching them the basics of how to know if they are signed into WiFi, how to send text messages, how to create an email account and how to send emails. They also want to know how to surf the Web and use apps on their tablets. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Doh On Yuen

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94607

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Exercise Class at Columbia Park Manor

Resident-led exercise class at CPM

Property: Columbia Park Manor

Resident-led exercise class at CPM

Property: Columbia Park Manor

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94565

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Technology Tutoring at Satellite Central

Position: Technology Tutor

Schedule: Weekly on Mondays (2pm-3pm)

Do you want to help seniors overcome technological barriers? Volunteer to tutor technology for our Mandarin and Cantonese speaking Seniors living at Satellite Central in Downtown Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to assist on Friday afternoons. Many of SAHA’s seniors living in affordable housing want to learn how to use their technology and have very little knowledge of how to operate and navigate a computer, a tablet and/or a smart phone. They have a strong desire and need to learn. Help these seniors operate their technology so that they can communicate with family and friends!

You would be teaching them the basics of how to know if they are signed into WiFi, how to send text messages, how to create an email account and how to send emails. They also want to know how to surf the Web and use apps on their tablets. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Satellite Central

Position: Technology Tutor

Schedule: Weekly on Mondays (2pm-3pm)

Do you want to help seniors overcome technological barriers? Volunteer to tutor technology for our Mandarin and Cantonese speaking Seniors living at Satellite Central in Downtown Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to assist on Friday afternoons. Many of SAHA’s seniors living in affordable housing want to learn how to use their technology and have very little knowledge of how to operate and navigate a computer, a tablet and/or a smart phone. They have a strong desire and need to learn. Help these seniors operate their technology so that they can communicate with family and friends!

You would be teaching them the basics of how to know if they are signed into WiFi, how to send text messages, how to create an email account and how to send emails. They also want to know how to surf the Web and use apps on their tablets. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Satellite Central

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94612

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Tai Chi

Guiding elderly residents through Tai Chi. 

Opportunity would ideally occur on Mondays twice a month from 1 PM to 2 PM. 

Property: Arboleda Apartments

Guiding elderly residents through Tai Chi. 

Opportunity would ideally occur on Mondays twice a month from 1 PM to 2 PM. 

Property: Arboleda Apartments

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94597

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Meditation/Mindfulness at Glen Brook

Guiding Residents in meditation. Practicing mindfulness, poetry writing, Practicing gratitude, etc.

Property: Glen Brook Terrace

Guiding Residents in meditation. Practicing mindfulness, poetry writing, Practicing gratitude, etc.

Property: Glen Brook Terrace

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94611

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Bingo at Linda Glen

Call Bingo for residents. 

Ideal time commitment would be 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM on Thursdays.

Property: Linda Glen

Call Bingo for residents. 

Ideal time commitment would be 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM on Thursdays.

Property: Linda Glen

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94611

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Technology Tutoring at Beth Asher

Do you want to help seniors overcome technological barriers? Volunteer to tutor technology for our Cantonese speaking Seniors living at Beth Asher in the Diamond district of Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to assist on Mondays, Wednesdays or Fridays. Many of SAHA’s seniors living in affordable housing want to learn how to use their technology and have very little knowledge of how to operate and navigate a computer, a tablet and/or a smart phone. They have a strong desire and need to learn. Help these seniors operate their technology so that they can communicate with family and friends!

You would be teaching them the basics of how to know if they are signed into WiFi, how to send text messages, how to create an email account and how to send emails. They also want to know how to surf the Web and use apps on their tablets. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Beth Asher

Do you want to help seniors overcome technological barriers? Volunteer to tutor technology for our Cantonese speaking Seniors living at Beth Asher in the Diamond district of Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to assist on Mondays, Wednesdays or Fridays. Many of SAHA’s seniors living in affordable housing want to learn how to use their technology and have very little knowledge of how to operate and navigate a computer, a tablet and/or a smart phone. They have a strong desire and need to learn. Help these seniors operate their technology so that they can communicate with family and friends!

You would be teaching them the basics of how to know if they are signed into WiFi, how to send text messages, how to create an email account and how to send emails. They also want to know how to surf the Web and use apps on their tablets. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: Beth Asher

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94602

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Tai Chi at Valdez Plaza

Leading Tai Chi for seniors at Valdez Plaza!

Property: Valdez Plaza

Leading Tai Chi for seniors at Valdez Plaza!

Property: Valdez Plaza

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94611

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Technology Tutoring at Glen Brook Terrace

Help the residents at Glen Brook Terrace navigate and learn about technology. 

Property: Glen Brook Terrace

Help the residents at Glen Brook Terrace navigate and learn about technology. 

Property: Glen Brook Terrace

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94703

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Spanish Interpretation At Townhall Meeting in Berkeley (Ashby Court)

We are seeking a Spanish-English bilingual volunteer who can help provide interpretation at a resident townhall meeting at a property in Berkeley for a small group of residents. The townhall takes place quarterly.

Your language skills could make a big difference in ensuring this event is inclusive and accessible to all members of our community.

Here are the details:

Date: Every three months usually on Thursdays
Time: 4pm-5pm
Location: 1222-1228 Ashby Ave. Berkeley, CA 94702
Role: Spanish interpretation during the meeting

Property: Ashby Court

We are seeking a Spanish-English bilingual volunteer who can help provide interpretation at a resident townhall meeting at a property in Berkeley for a small group of residents. The townhall takes place quarterly.

Your language skills could make a big difference in ensuring this event is inclusive and accessible to all members of our community.

Here are the details:

Date: Every three months usually on Thursdays
Time: 4pm-5pm
Location: 1222-1228 Ashby Ave. Berkeley, CA 94702
Role: Spanish interpretation during the meeting

Property: Ashby Court

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94702

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Lead Tai Chi at St. Andrew's Manor

Volunteer to lead a Tai Chi class for seniors living at St. Andrew's Manor in Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to teach for one hour a week on Mondays at 1:30.

Through leading a Tai Chi class you will help to give low income seniors an outlet for physical and spiritual activity and help them to enrich their overall wellness. The volunteer will prepare an agenda for each class and lead residents through various exercises while providing positive feedback and support. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: St. Andrew's Manor

Volunteer to lead a Tai Chi class for seniors living at St. Andrew's Manor in Oakland! We are looking for a volunteer to teach for one hour a week on Mondays at 1:30.

Through leading a Tai Chi class you will help to give low income seniors an outlet for physical and spiritual activity and help them to enrich their overall wellness. The volunteer will prepare an agenda for each class and lead residents through various exercises while providing positive feedback and support. If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.

Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.

About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships.  By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit www.sahahomes.org for more information!

Property: St. Andrew's Manor

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 94608

Allow Groups: No