(a) To be an RSVP volunteer, an individual must:
(1) Be 55 years of age or older;
(2) Agree to serve without compensation;
(3) Reside in or nearby the community served by RSVP;
(4) Agree to abide by all requirements as set forth in this part.
(b) Eligibility to serve as a RSVP volunteer shall not be restricted on the basis of formal education, experience, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, handicap or political affiliation.