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63 people are interested
Sharing your time individually with an elder can change their life, and yours!
ORGANIZATION: Covenant Village of the Great Lakes
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63 people are interested
Are you a compassionate person who really wants to find a way to make a difference in a person's life? Look no more...we have residents who would love to have someone come visit with them; to share their stories and to hear yours!
This may involve crafts, reading to resident, going for a walk, music programs and/or singing. It is important to feel comfortable with spending time with the resident (as a Friendly Visitor) on an individual basis or in a group setting.
Details:
- Flexible scheduling available
- Approxiamately 1-2 hrs/wk
- Dependablity & mature
- Experience/knowledge of Dementia is a plus (not necessary)
- Conversation starter
- Perfect for 18 years and older
More opportunities with Covenant Village of the Great Lakes
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Covenant Village of the Great Lakes
Location:
2510 LAKE MICHIGAN DR NW, GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49504, US
Mission Statement
As a ministry of the Evangelical Covenant Church, Covenant Retirement Communities celebrates God's gift of life in Christian community. We follow the Great Commandment to love and service God and one another as taught by Jesus Christ. That compels us to affirm the dignity of each person and to pursue excellence and financial integrity in all that we do.
As we provide a broad range of resources, services and programs to enhance individual and community wellness, we collaborate with residents and families to achieve the best possible results. While seeking to foster independence, we respond to each individual's evolving needs in order to provide the security that assures peace of mind.
Description
An innovator of senior adult communities and continuing care retirement, Covenant Retirement Communities has been dedicated to its Christian mission since 1886. As one of the nation's largest not-for-profit retirement housing providers, our communities offer vibrant and fulfilling lifestyles at communities from coast to coast. Explore the opportunities we offer. Discover the possibilities of your retirement. As a continuing care community, whether it is a residential independent living apartment, supportive assisted living, memory support or skilled nursing, individualized service is provided for our residents. Every eligible Covenant Retirement Community is accredited by the Continuing Care Accreditation Commission . This seal of approval is the industry's strongest affirmation of our quality. It is your assurance that we are financially stable, provide exceptional service and are dedicated to ongoing innovation.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2510 LAKE MICHIGAN DR NWGRAND RAPIDS, MI 49504
DATE POSTED
April 23, 2015
SKILLS
- Nursing
- Literacy / Reading
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Available for 2 hours a day/week
- Phsyically mobile & follow instructions