Cause Areas
When
It's flexible! We'll work with your schedule.Where
This is a Virtual Opportunity, with no fixed address.About
Volunteers enhance the quality of life for patients and their families by visiting with them where ever the patient calls home. Home might be a private home, an Assisted Living community, or a Skilled Nursing Facility. Volunteers choose a location convenient for them.
Provide companionship and emotional support.
Listen to music, read a book, play a game, share a hobby or craft.
Help caregivers by running an errand, or sit with patients while caregivers take a break.
Visit patients who have no family involved in their care, some patients have no one and are very lonely!
Free Comprehensive Training Provided. Training is relevant for the service you provide, and practical - preparing you to be a resource within your circle of influence. Training schedule adaptable to you.
Skills
- Veteran Care
- Hospice Care
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Singing
Good Match For
People 55+
Requirements & Commitment
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 1 - 2 Hour Visit / 2 - 3 Visits A Month
- Background check and TB Testing - Free to Volunteer