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6 people are interested
Friendly Visiting Program
ORGANIZATION: Catholic Social Services
Please visit the new page to apply.
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6 people are interested
Each Month, the Friendly Visitng Program offers ongoing orientation to train future volunteers to become Friendly Visitors to a senior in need of purpose and companionship. Building relationship with a senior friend releases the grip of lonliness and isolation and turns that face into meaningful relationships which in turn builds community.
If you are looking for a volunteer experience in which you meet a senior friend weekly to engage in friendly conversation and community bridge building, look no further.
Before the orientation commenses, you must pre-register with the Volunter Coordinator of the Friendly Visiting Program to facilitate a background check as well as fill out an application. Please contact Mary Kay, Volunteer Coordinator at the following direct phone number: 614-857-1225.
More opportunities with Catholic Social Services
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Catholic Social Services
Location:
197 E Gay Street, Columbus, OH 43215, US
Mission Statement
Motivated by faith, Catholic Social Services helps poor and vulnerable seniors and families reach their potential.
Description
Our Faith Drives Us to Help Those in Need, Whoever They May Be.
Catholic Social Services is a faith-based social service agency addressing the needs of vulnerable populations in central and southern Ohio. Over the decades, the needs of the communities have evolved, but Catholic Social Services has always been committed to delivering services that uphold the dignity of those we help.
Our efforts are focused on two specific populations that allow us to have the most significant impact in our community: seniors and families. By serving people in ways that help seniors live independent, connected lives and families thrive, Catholic Social Services continues its 70 year legacy addressing the community’s unmet, pressing needs with compassion and respect. Our unique approach to helping our clients-many whom are marginalized or struggling with issues related to poverty--regards their dignity and is designed to help them reach their potential.
Catholic Social Services is nationally accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA), which certifies all operations and programs meet best practice standards for professional service. CSS is a member of Catholic Charities USA, a member agency of United Way, and is licensed by the Ohio Department of Mental Health.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
197 E Gay StreetColumbusColumbus, OH 43215
DATE POSTED
April 26, 2017
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 1-2 hours weekly and/or 4-8 hours monthy
- transportation to the senior citizens home