- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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14 people are interested
Fall Volunteer Recruitment Meet and Greet
ORGANIZATION: Central Midlands Council of Governments
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
14 people are interested
Many residents in nursing facilities do not have regular visitors and seeing a friendly face would brighten their day. The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is recruiting and training volunteers to become Volunteer Ombudsmen to visit our residents in long-term care facilities.
If you are 18 years of age and older, love people and would like to learn more about our program, please plan to join us at our Fall Meet and Greet! Refreshments will be served and please spread the word and bring a friend!
Make a Difference and become a Volunteer Ombudsman today!
More opportunities with Central Midlands Council of Governments
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Central Midlands Council of Governments
Location:
236 Stoneridge Dr., Columbia, SC 29210, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program is to enhance the quality of life for seniors through advocacy including planning and developing resources in partnership with state and local governments, non-profits and the private sector, individuals, and advocates to meet the present and future aspirations of the growing senior population. By becoming a Certified Volunteer Ombudsman you are critical to the success of this mission.
Description
Long-Term Care Ombudsmen advocate for residents and help to resolve complaints in LTC facilities. The Volunteer Ombudsman Program began in 2005 because 60% of residents never have visitors and some residents don't voice complaints to staff for fear of retaliation. The vision of the Volunteer Ombudsman Program is to help residents of the long-term care facilities age with choice and dignity through the aid and assistance of individuals who want to make a significant contribution to the community through volunteer work. The Central Midlands region covers Richland, Lexington, Newberry and Fairfield Counties.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
236 Stoneridge DriveColumbia, SC 29210
DATE POSTED
October 4, 2018
SKILLS
- General Education
- People Skills
- Mentoring
- Elder care
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- At least one hour per week