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4 people are interested
Make someone else look forward to tomorrow at "The Gathering" in Coon Rapids!
ORGANIZATION: ANOKA COUNTY RSVP
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4 people are interested
Program Description:A Gathering group respite site serves up to 8 older adults who are experiencing early to mid-stage memory loss or other health issues requiring supervision.
Offered two days a month, for 5 hours a day, the participants enjoy a safe and social setting while their caregivers (who care for them in their home setting) have 5 hours of much-needed time-off. They have a "respite" from caregiving duties. Prior to attending a Gathering, each participant is assessed by Program staff.
Trained volunteers, supervised by a registered nurse, deliver the day’s activities. Generally, the day includes morning coffee, fellowship, activity, lunch and appropriate afternoon activity.
Schedule: Group meets the 1 st and 3 rd Mondays of each month.
Volunteers are needed 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Duties:
Assist with morning welcome, serving coffee and conversation.
Assist with morning activity - gentle exercises, simple games
Assist with lunch in the Dining Room
Assist with afternoon activity - simple craft, theme activity, reminiscing.
Qualifications: Pass criminal background screening.
Enjoy working with older adults.
Practice good judgment and safety skills.
Follow program policies and procedures.
Additional Positions:
- Past nurses who still have their licensure to oversee the respite services
- Volunteers to provide potluck lunches for the participants and volunteers
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About ANOKA COUNTY RSVP
Location:
Government Center, 3300 4th Ave. N., Anoka, MN 55303, US
Mission Statement
Anoka County RSVP program focuses on connecting adults age 55 or better with meaningful volunteer opportunities. RSVP volunteers enhance partnership organization's ability to accomplish program goals while being part of a national service movement.
Description
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY!
The Anoka County RSVP connects people age 55 and over who want to volunteer with non-profit and social service programs in Anoka County who need volunteers. Volunteers enroll by completing a skills and interests checklist and these are matched to community needs. From the matches, the volunteer selects a volunteer job that is meaningful and fits. Become one of nearly a half million RSVP volunteers across the country who are making a difference in their community.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2650 128th Ave. NWCoon Rapids, MN 55448
DATE POSTED
July 2, 2019
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 55
- Orientation or Training
- 6 hours twice a month.