[Dowwie]

I volunteered disaster relief for the American Red Cross after Hurricane Katrina. A lot of volunteers were retirees from all walks of life. I was a software engineer working at a finance company. My peers were retired high school principal, retired president of a manufacturing company, guidance counselor, social worker, nurse, etc. I suspect that the ARC has been very busy in Texas lately and could probably use help, immediately. Your dad could receive training and be on a plane in less than a week. Aside from major crises responses, there are local chapters in every state, and your dad could get involved locally.

This type of volunteering is stressful but has extraordinary purpose. It remains one of my most meaningful life experiences.