Volunteer

Volunteer Your Time

When you volunteer your time with an organization that cares so deeply for its members as Morningside Ministries cares for its residents, you’ll not only feel fulfilled in the work, but you’ll be making a tangible difference in the lives of the people around you. Fostering an environment of support and compassion is what makes Morningside Ministries unique and our volunteers are a huge part of our success in that.

Morningside offers volunteer opportunities in San Antonio and Boerne to support our life enrichment staff with activities and special events.

Volunteer opportunities include:

General activities assistant to help with table games, arts and crafts, etc.
One-on-one visitor
Music and Memory Program assistant
Worship services assistant
Musical entertainer
Guest speaker/presenter

Due to the nature of our volunteer opportunities and our application process, we kindly ask that our volunteers make a commitment to serve on an ongoing basis, at least 5 hours each month. Individuals ages 13 and older interested in volunteering at Morningside must complete a volunteer packet and undergo a background check prior to receiving an assignment; minors ages 13-17 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian when volunteering at our communities. Opportunities for volunteer groups are also available.

Morningside’s Three Core Anchors

People First... Always

In all that we do, the individuals that we serve come first. That means putting their needs first and ourselves second.

Compassionate Action... Now

Don’t pass the buck and never say “It’s not my job.” Be a problem solver: Problem = Solution + Action

Respectful Communication... Everywhere

Respectful, effective communication with those we serve and those we work alongside with leads to happiness and positivity.

Why Our Residents Love Us

Excellent and Beautiful Facilities

My wife and I have been residents in the Independent Living Menger House Apartments at Morningside Ministries at Menger Springs for four years. We chose Menger Springs because of its Hill Country location, excellent and beautiful facilities along with their commitment to personal care and to truly care for those who have cared for so many others by a Not For Profit Christian Corporation. We knew that regardless of what challenges or changes we might meet in the days and years ahead, Menger Springs would be able to provide the care for us. My wife feels so secure here and has the option of participating in so many activities, pursue individual endeavors or to feel free to remain in our apartment. We are so pleased to be residents at Morningside Ministries Menger Springs in beautiful Boerne! I highly recommend it!

Henry S.

Security, Convenience, and Caring

I learned about Morningside Ministries at Menger Springs when two of my neighbors moved there. Another friend and I frequently drove from our home in Kerrville to visit and play bridge with them. I don't think we ever left that one of us didn't say " I'd like to live here someday." When I realized that "someday" was fast approaching I started visiting retirement communities in several places, including my former home in Colorado where I still had close friends. None of them were as attractive physically as Morningside and none offered as much in the way of programs and services. I chose Morningside for three basic reasons: security, convenience and the sense of a caring community. I have the security of knowing that I will always be cared for, the convenience of having all my needs met in one place and the joy of living in a community where everyone, residents and staff, are considered as family.

Ellen C.

My parents moved into their Meadows independent living (atrium) apartment almost 2 years ago, from another city. Their (and our) experience here has exceeded our highest hopes. From the compassionate, friendly, helpful staff to the delicious meals, activities, their apartment, amenities, and welcoming residents, we could not have imagined or found a better place for them to be for this season of life! We 5 "kids" are so thankful that they are happy, safe, comfortable, busy, and have made wonderful new friends, both residents and staff. Thank you, MM! It's definitely worth checking out for YOUR parents, too. (Or yourself!)

Debbie M.