Become a HerraHelper

Become a HerraHelper

Take these steps to join the 800+ volunteers already making a difference with Herralink.

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Create Your Account

Create Your Account

Create Your Account

To start volunteering you must first create an account on our volunteer site and complete the registration form.

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Complete Requirements

Complete Requirements

Complete Requirements

Upload required documents which may include background check, health forms, and any training certificates. Admin will review and approve your application.


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Start Volunteering

Start Volunteering

Start Volunteering

Once approved, browse available activities and sign up for volunteer opportunities at The View Alexandria, Goodwin House Alexandria, or Bailey’s Crossroads.

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What happens after you sign-up?

What happens after you sign-up?

Confirmation Email

You’ll receive a confirmation email after signing up for an activity.

Reminder Email

We’ll send you a reminder email 24 hours before your volunteer activity.

Cancellations

If you need to cancel, please email Volunteers@goodwinliving.org at least 24 hours before the activity. Failure to attend an activity may result in removal from the program.

Check-In

When you arrive, sign in on the tablet located in the front lobby. Follow the directions in your email to find the activity room.

Enjoy the Activity

Have fun and make a difference!

Checkout

Before you leave, the activities leader will take your attendance. This is how we verify your service hours.

Submitting Your Hours

You can submit your hours through Mobile Service, x2VOL, or your school's service hour platform.

Please use Volunteers@goodwinliving.org as the supervisor email.

What happens after you sign-up?

What Am I Supposed to Do at Each Event?

What Am I Supposed to Do at Each Event?

What Am I Supposed to Do at Each Event?

At every activity, your role is to participate, connect, and help where needed. Many older adult participants will join you in the activity, but some may need a little extra support. Here's what that looks like:

At every activity, your role is to participate, connect, and help where needed. Many older adult participants will join you in the activity, but some may need a little extra support. Here's what that looks like:

At every activity, your role is to participate, connect, and help where needed. Many older adult participants will join you in the activity, but some may need a little extra support. Here's what that looks like:

Offer Help When Needed

Offer Help When Needed

Offer Help When Needed

  • If an older adult needs assistance—like moving a bingo chip, seeing a card, or handling supplies—please kindly help them.

  • If the person you're partnered with doesn't need help, simply enjoy the activity side-by-side!

Not sure what to talk about? It's easier than you think

Not sure what to talk about? It's easier than you think

Not sure what to talk about? It's easier than you think

  • Ask the person next to you about their day, their favorite memories, or hobbies they enjoy.

  • Share something about yourself—your school, your interests, or even a funny story.

  • Don’t be afraid to rant! Opening up makes everyone feel more comfortable.

  • Most importantly, show genuine interest. Listening and sharing stories makes the experience meaningful for everyone.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you can't find the answer to your question here, please contact us at Volunteers@goodwinliving.org

Frequently Asked Questions

If you can't find the answer to your question here, please contact us at Volunteers@goodwinliving.org



Registration & Account Setup

Registration & Account Setup

Registration & Account Setup

Registration & Account Setup

Requirements & Approval Process

Requirements & Approval Process

Requirements & Approval Process

Requirements & Approval Process

Activity Signup & Scheduling

Activity Signup & Scheduling

Activity Signup & Scheduling

Activity Signup & Scheduling

Technical Support & System Usage

Technical Support & System Usage

Technical Support & System Usage

Technical Support & System Usage

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For volunteers

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For volunteers

For volunteers

by Goodwin Living

©2025 Goodwin Living; All Rights Reserved.

by Goodwin Living

For volunteers

For volunteers

For volunteers

For volunteers

by Goodwin Living

©2025 Goodwin Living; All Rights Reserved.

©2025 Goodwin Living; All Rights Reserved.