GETTING INVOLVED

KAISER PERMANENTE HOSPICE SERVICES

Volunteers are needed to spend four hours per week visiting patients or running errands for them or their caregivers. (562) 622-3805.

LAGUNA GREENBELT INC.

Volunteers are needed to assist the staff and docents of Laguna Coast Wilderness Park and James Dilley Preserve with hiker registration and general public orientation. (949) 488-0287.

LITERACY PROGRAM

The program is always in need of volunteer tutors. No professional teaching experience is required. To attain certification, a series of training classes must be completed. For more information, contact Literacy Services at the Newport Beach Library, (949) 717-3874.

MENTOR PROGRAM

YMCA Community Services needs mentors to work with students 10 to 18 years old to improve their school performance and self-esteem, and to help them develop positive relationships. (714) 549-9622, ext. 35.