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4 people are interested
Smoker Volunteers Wanted to Be Friendly Visitor
ORGANIZATION: Volunteer Action for Aging
Please visit the new page to apply.
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4 people are interested
Many smokers are not considered for Volunteer Assignments.
Not US! We need YOU!
We have two seniors, who are smokers, who would benefit from having a Friendly Visitor. They both live in the Long Beach area. They are isolated because they are smokers as well as being home bound, lack of family and friends or have chronic illnesses.
This opportunity is a small committment for a large reward! Just 1 hour per week to play cards, chat, take a walk, talk about the past, present and future with seniors who have wisdom, humor, and are appreciative of your time and committment.
Our agency is Volunteer Action for Aging, a Community Service division of SCAN Health Plan. We coordinate a Friendly Visitor program to assist isolated, lonely seniors in their home. Our Friendly Visitor program is free of charge. Take Action Today! Give me a call, or send me an email to get the details. You are NEEDED!
Fill out an application today! Go to scan.samaritan.com, access the LA County Friendly Visitor tab.
Teri Hershberg at 562-637-7175 if you have questions.
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About Volunteer Action for Aging
Location:
3800 Kilroy Airport Way suite 100, Long Beach, CA 90806, US
Mission Statement
Volunteer Action for Aging (VAA) is a volunteer service program operating under Independence at Home, a non-profit care management organization that supports disabled adults and seniors in their efforts to remain healthy and independent in their homes and communities. Our volunteer program works to assist and develop nurturing and caring relationships with disabled adults and homebound seniors.
Description
VAA provides the following services and community service opportunities:
Homeless Hygiene Care kit Event: Volunteers of all ages including seniors, Veterans, and young adults will gather to assemble homeless care kits.
Cell Phone Instruction To assist seniors understand the basic or advanced functions of their cell phones or Smart phones we need patient teachers who can work individually with seniors at a downtown Long Beach senior apartment building.
ALL YEAR Friendly Visitor/Phone Friend Volunteer: on a weekly basis, volunteers provide either friendly visits or phone calls to matched clients. They offer emotional support, companionship and conversation to reduce loneliness and isolation.
Writing Letters for our Troops Event: clients and volunteers come together to write letters for our active military and veterans. Letters are sent to Operation Gratitude, a non-profit organization that sends care packages to the military.
Thanksgiving Meal Delivery Ev: This event has become a family tradition for many and we have volunteers who help year after year.
Check out our website for lots of news or call for a copy of our newsletter at www.independenceathome.org
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Senior's HomeLong Beach, CA 90813
DATE POSTED
January 31, 2017
SKILLS
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Just 1 hour per week.
- Must be able to tolerate visiting a senior who is a smoker.