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4 people are interested
Connecting seniors with technology! Teach a senior how to use their cell phone.
ORGANIZATION: Volunteer Action for Aging
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4 people are interested
The world of technology continues to change at a very fast pace leaving many seniors feeling frustrated, isolated, and depressed that they can’t stay in touch with their family and friends. With most communication being done using a cell phone or other mobile device, seniors are often left in the dark because they don’t have the basic skills to operate their mobile device. YOU can make a change and bring a smile to a senior by helping them learn the basic steps to using their cell phones.
If you know how to use a cell phone and can teach others, Volunteer Action for Aging needs your help! Volunteers will be paired with one or two seniors to help teach basic instructions on how to operate their cell phone. Volunteers should feel comfortable socializing with seniors. Contact Karen Markle at kmarkle@scanhealthplan.com or (844) 714-4424 for more information.More opportunities with Volunteer Action for Aging
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About Volunteer Action for Aging
Location:
3800 Kilroy Airport Way suite 100, Long Beach, CA 90806, US
Mission Statement
Volunteer Action for Aging (VAA) is a volunteer service program operating under Independence at Home, a non-profit care management organization that supports disabled adults and seniors in their efforts to remain healthy and independent in their homes and communities. Our volunteer program works to assist and develop nurturing and caring relationships with disabled adults and homebound seniors.
Description
VAA provides the following services and community service opportunities:
Homeless Hygiene Care kit Event: Volunteers of all ages including seniors, Veterans, and young adults will gather to assemble homeless care kits.
Cell Phone Instruction To assist seniors understand the basic or advanced functions of their cell phones or Smart phones we need patient teachers who can work individually with seniors at a downtown Long Beach senior apartment building.
ALL YEAR Friendly Visitor/Phone Friend Volunteer: on a weekly basis, volunteers provide either friendly visits or phone calls to matched clients. They offer emotional support, companionship and conversation to reduce loneliness and isolation.
Writing Letters for our Troops Event: clients and volunteers come together to write letters for our active military and veterans. Letters are sent to Operation Gratitude, a non-profit organization that sends care packages to the military.
Thanksgiving Meal Delivery Ev: This event has become a family tradition for many and we have volunteers who help year after year.
Check out our website for lots of news or call for a copy of our newsletter at www.independenceathome.org
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
The Bonaventure10949 Telegraph Rd.Ventura, CA 93004
DATE POSTED
June 9, 2014
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- 3 hrs.
- Basic knowledge of cell phone use