The Retired Senior Volunteer Program ( RSVP ) offers those aged 55 and older a meaningful
life through community volunteer service. Volunteers donate their time and energy regularly to
neighborhood watch programs, to helping people recover from natural disasters, and to providing
transportation for doctors’ appointments, etc. In fact, plenty of other service opportunities exist for
RSVP such as visiting nursing home residents, helping in senior nutrition centers, providing service
at civic events, serving in health care institutions, and serving at public libraries. The rewards of
being a volunteer are countless. For example, each year RSVP volunteers are recognized with a
special banquet in their honor. The recognition also provides a time for the volunteers to gather
together and enjoy a variety of entertainments. Research shows that volunteering promotes physical
and psychological well-being. During and after volunteering, 95 percent of people reported feelings
of warmth, similar to those who feel happy and excited after exercise.
【題組】46. What is the passage mainly about?
(A) Opportunities and benefits for student volunteers.
(B) Services offered by RSVP for elders.
(C) The nature and advantages of joining RSVP.
(D) The recognition of special senior volunteers.