Volunteer for the Town of Rocky Hill
Volunteering for the Town of Rocky Hill is a great way to help others. Volunteering also fosters a sense of community pride and civic responsibility. You can be proud of the work you do, knowing that you're helping to make Rocky Hill a better place. You will make a difference in your town while meeting new people and building skills that can help you later.
Volunteering for the Town of Rocky Hill offers numerous benefits, both for you and the community. By participating in various departments such as Parks and Recreation, Human, Youth and Senior Services, Town Hall, the Fire Department, and the Cora J. Belden Library, volunteers gain valuable experience while making a positive impact. Volunteers have the chance to develop new skills, build relationships, and enhance their resumes. Whether working with seniors, organizing youth programs, assisting at community events, or supporting local services, each opportunity allows volunteers to connect with others and contribute to the well-being of the town.
Volunteers in Rocky Hill play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for residents by assisting with critical services and programs that might not be possible without their help. For instance, helping at the Cora J. Belden Library promotes literacy and education, aiding the Fire Department supports community safety. Each act of service strengthens the bond between the town and its residents, making Rocky Hill a more vibrant and connected place to live!
Please click on one of the department tabs below to learn more!
The goals of the Department are to improve health benefits, enhance self-esteem, reduce stress, and provide life skills for all Rocky Hill residents. The programs are intended to promote family unity, reduce crime, strengthen neighborhood involvement, and provide safe, developed parks where these programs can take place and where residents can renew their spirits in natural settings.
Rocky Hill HY&SS is revamping and reimplementing our volunteer program to assist our senior and disabled residents with Friendly Visits, Transportation, Shopping/Errands, Light Housekeeping, Minor Home Repair, Yard Work, Meal Preparation, Telephone Reassurance, Dog Walking etc. Please contact Cristal Philbrick if interested in volunteering, she can be reached at 860-258-2021 or (cphilbrick@rockyhillct.gov)
If you are looking for a rewarding experience serving and enriching your community, volunteering at the Rocky Hill Senior / Community Center may be the right fit for you. Many of our seniors are actively engaged in our programs and deeply connected with our community. We offer a wide range of senior center volunteering opportunities depending on your skills, experience, and interests.
Type of Volunteer Opportunities:
- Bingo Caller
- Blood Pressure Check
- Coffee Station
- Computer Help
- Discussion Group Leader
- Fitness Center Monitor
- Fundraising
- Gift Shop
- Income Tax Preparation
- Lunch Program - set up, serve and clean daily lunch program
- Office Work - phone calls, typing, filing, copying, etc.
- Special Events - assist set-up, serving, clean-up at parties/dinners
- Teaching a class, skill or craft
- Trip Planner/Leader
- Wellness Phone Caller
- Work on a short-term small group/project
- Yesterday’s Bake – pick up from local grocery stores
If you are interested in volunteering at Town Hall in other departments that you may not see here, please fill out the application below.
Volunteer Firefighters are the cornerstone of our community’s safety and resilience, providing essential services, promoting public awareness, and fostering a strong sense of community spirit. As a Volunteer Firefighter, you live and work in the community you serve, fostering trust and strong relationships with your neighbors. You participate in community outreach programs and educate the public on fire safety measures, prevention, and emergency preparedness
The library has many programs they are in need of high school teen volunteers to help with setting up, helping participants understand how to do the task at hand and cleaning up. We work hard to make our programs possible; we depend on volunteers for assistance. If you are a high school teen, please see our calendar of events for various opportunities to help out - https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsCalendar.cfm?SiteID=3884.
For adults, we recommend contacting the Friends of the Library, which is a dedicated non-profit group of volunteers who help make programs available at the library through various fundraising opportunities, such as our book sales, mini-golf events, and various advocacy initiatives. You can contact the Friends through their website here -https://www.friendsrhl.org/.
If you have any questions or other ways you would like to help, please call us at 860-258-7621 or send us an email at cora@rockyhillct.gov
If you are interested in volunteering at the library but unsure what may be the best fit for you, please fill out the application below, and someone from the library will be touch!
If you wish to volunteer your service to any of the Boards, Commissions, and Committees, here at Rocky Hill, please click on the link below!
To learn more about, please visit the Boards & Commissions website; Boards & Commissions at Rocky Hill