- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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1 person is interested
Caregiver Respite Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Northwest Colorado Council of Governments
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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1 person is interested
The Caregiver Respite Volunteer provides companionship and safety for an older adult who is experiencing isolation or some form of compromised health; this companionship allows the older adult’s caregiver to take a break.
Time: Weekly two hour visit; initial commitment of six months.
Responsibilities include:
- Attending initial training and periodic volunteer meetings
- Attending an annual training regarding elder rights
- Following all program procedures
- Observing and reporting changes in the mental and physical status of the older adult
- Recording all volunteer hours and activities on the monthly form
Duties include:
- When applicable, ensuring the older adult’s safety and comfort while the caregiver is away
- Assisting the older adult, if needed, with tasks such as reading, sorting mail, making phone calls, etc.
- Enabling the older adult, if appropriate, to enjoy activities such as walking, shopping, visiting the senior center, etc.
- Encouraging the older adult to share his or her life story
- Listening to the older adult’s concerns and offering reassurance
- Informing the older adult about other community resources
- Responding appropriately to emergencies
More opportunities with Northwest Colorado Council of Governments
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Northwest Colorado Council of Governments
Location:
PO Box 2308, Silverthorne, CO 80498, US
Mission Statement
The Northwest Colorado Council of Governments Volunteer Program aims to match volunteers to local volunteer opportunities within Eagle, Grand, Jackson, Pitkin and Summit Counties in Colorado.
Description
Northwest Colorado Council of Governments (NWCCOG) is a voluntary association of county and municipal governments that believes in the benefits of working together on a regional basis. NWCCOG serves 26 member jurisdictions in a 5-county region of northwest Colorado.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Alpine Area Agency on AgingEagle, CO 81631
DATE POSTED
December 5, 2016
SKILLS
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- 2 hours per week with a 6 month trial period