As a Volunteer with Shepherd’s Center of Northern Virginia (SCNOVA), I understand that I will be working directly with seniors, some of whom are the most vulnerable members of our community. I understand that my compliance with the requirements set out below is an essential part of my volunteer service.

1. SCNOVA does not discriminate against its clients, volunteers, or staff for any reason – including age, race, religion, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, financial or marital status.
2. I will inform the Operations/ Volunteer Manager of any existing condition or injury that may affect my ability to perform all volunteer tasks safely.
3. I understand that I may become aware of personal information and that such information about clients, either from SCNOVA staff or from the clients themselves is strictly confidential.
4. SCNOVA encourages open communication between volunteers and staff members
5. I hereby grant SCNOVA my permission to use my name and any photographs that may be taken of me pursuant to my volunteer duties.
6. For drivers providing transportation for SCNOVA clients and or volunteers providing basic repairs/ improvements at clients’ homes, the following requirements apply: a. I understand that I must carry my own automobile insurance and that I will not hold SCNOVA financially responsible for any injuries, accidents or other problems that may occur to me or to any client or third party while I am driving as an SCNOVA volunteer. I will promptly report any incident to the Operations/ Volunteer Manager. b. I understand that if I become aware of any incident of change in a client’s circumstances or an apparent downturn in their health or living conditions, I should promptly report my concerns to the Operations/ Volunteer Manager. c. I understand that if my ability to drive others safely becomes compromised by health issues, or for any reason, I can no longer legally operate a motor vehicle in the Commonwealth of Virginia; I must report such issues to the attention of SCNOVA, which reserves the right to place me in “Inactive Driver” status – temporarily or permanently.
7. The requirements listed above are not all-inclusive, and SCNOVA reserves the right to modify and/or update them, without prior notice.

Please call the Operations/ Volunteer Manager at (703) 281-0538 or email office@scnova.org with any questions.

The Shepherd’s Center of Northern Virginia is a volunteer-based, non-denominational, non-profit organization has been dedicated to providing critical life-enriching services to mature adults in the community since 1998. Through the help of a small staff and volunteer-led programs, SCNOVA helps create meaningful opportunities for service, lifelong learning, social connection, individual well-being, and independent living for older adults. We advance opportunities that reduce social isolation and encourage individuals to take on new challenges, learn new skills, make new friends, and serve others.

Please return this document to the Operations and Volunteer Manager via email to: office@scnova.org or mail to: