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ORGANIZATION: Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

Respite programs offer caregivers a period of rest or relief as their loved ones meet with qualified staff in a safe, familiar environment. These centers provide a safe and stimulating environment, daytime meals, opportunities for socialization, and full-time nurses and geriatric specialists on staff. The supervisors at the Alzheimer's Care & Enrichment Program consistently report that about one-third of new adult day care clients tend to be withdrawn, exhibit difficulty adjusting to the adult day care setting, and are reluctant to participate in Center activities. It is essential that new clients adjust to the adult day care setting so that they can experience the full benefits of the Center. The Alzheimer's Care & Enrichment Program already operates at maximum capacity, so Center personnel have little time to provide one-on-one support to these clients to help them adjust to the adult day care setting. Extra attention and encouragement from volunteers can ease this adjustment and promote participation and socialization.

Volunteer must pass station supervisor interview and background checks to be accepted as a volunteer.

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About Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

Location:

2475 Canal Street, Ste 400, New Orleans, LA 70119, US

Mission Statement

The Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) enables volunteers aged 55 and over to contribute their time, talent, experience, knowledge, and interests to others in the community. We are dedicated to helping seniors retain useful roles after retirement.

Description

We're asking. Put your life experience to work in RSVP. You'll be joining many others who are taking time to improve the lives of men, women, and children in communities nationwide. With RSVP you can match your talents and interests to what needs to get done in your area. Spend part of your retirement doing what you do best-- and achieve results that make a real difference. Join us. The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. Call today, we're asking for your help.

CAUSE AREAS

Health & Medicine
People with Disabilities
Seniors
Health & Medicine, People with Disabilities, Seniors

WHEN

Fri Nov 16, 2018 - Fri Jun 28, 2019

WHERE

ACE Jewish Community Center5342 St. Charles AvenueNew Orleans, LA 70115

(29.927357,-90.11289)
 

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 55
  • Orientation or Training
  • Attend at least four sessions per month.

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