Spend time with seniors & adults with disabilities as an Activities Assistant in North Seattle

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ORGANIZATION: Full Life Care

Are you interested in working with seniors with chronic illness/and or disabilities? Or are you interested in working with younger adults with disabilities? Apply to volunteer at our Adult Day Health Center in South Seattle!

Volunteers:

  • Interact and engage with participants by sharing conversation or just listening.
  • Lend a hand at lunch, setting tables, handing out utensils & clothing protectors, and assisting in clearing the tables.
  • Co-lead Activity Groups: Provide motivation, good humor and a little extra help for those who need it. Activities include writing exercises, discussion groups, dancing, specially adapted games (example: balloon volleyball, bowling), simple crafts, sing-a-longs, educational presentations, bingo, pet visits, holiday parties and more.
  • Help out with setting up activities
  • Lead interactive and engaging music programs, art groups
Volunteers visit 2 hours per week for a minimum of 3 months (longer term commitment is preferred). Our programs operate on Mondays - Fridays from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm.

Full Life Care is the largest Adult Day Health organization in the Northwest. Our programs function much like senior centers -- places where older adults and adults with disabilities can socialize and enjoy group activities. We help participants maintain an independent and dignified lifestyle by enhancing their physical, social and cognitive functioning.

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About Full Life Care

Location:

1625 South Columbian Way, Seattle, WA 98108, US

Mission Statement

Full Life Care is a not-for-profit organization working toward a future where adults with chronic and terminal illnesses or disabilities can be compassionately supported in their communities rather than living in isolation or having to resort to institutional care. Full Life Care is dedicated to enhancing individuals' quality of life, respecting their dignity, and providing for them with care and compassion.

Description

Full Life Care services include adult day health, home care, volunteer companionship, and housing stabilization and support for clients in Washington state (King County and Snohomish County).

CAUSE AREAS

Health & Medicine
People with Disabilities
Seniors
Health & Medicine, People with Disabilities, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

6555 Ravenna Ave NESeattle, WA 98115

(47.677452,-122.30426)
 

DATE POSTED

September 6, 2018

SKILLS

  • American Sign Language
  • People Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Relationship Building
  • Multi-Tasking

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+
  • Group

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • Once per week for at least 2 hours

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