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108 people are interested
Make weekly friendly visits to home bound Seniors
ORGANIZATION: Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services
Please visit the new page to apply.
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108 people are interested
If you have an hour a week or every other week to share your time with a senior, we are sure you will find fulfillment in this important volunteer position.
Spend time visiting seniors in their home to reduce their feelings of isolation. Our Friendly
Visitor volunteers keep our clients feeling connected by making pleasant conversation, listening to their stories and discussing current events. This one -on-one time is special and enjoyable for both our clients and our volunteers.
Most of all you would be bringing smiles to their faces. Many of our matches have been together for years and have become like family.
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About Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services
Location:
21300 Coleman Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33428, US
Mission Statement
Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services is a non-profit, non-sectarian human service agency that is committed to enhancing and improving the quality of life for all members of the community through a comprehensive range of counseling, support services and educational programs.
Description
JFS seeks to provide a helping hand to all in South Palm Beach County regardless of age, culture, religion, ethnicity, race or sexual orientation. Families in crisis, frail seniors in need of assistance in the home, adults dealing with life cycle challenges, schools seeking to educate students about substance abuse and other issues, and institutions and businesses looking for educational partnerships all rely on JFS for support and clinical expertise.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
21300 Coleman Blvd.Boca Raton, FL 33428
DATE POSTED
October 11, 2019
SKILLS
- Storytelling
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- one hour a week or twice a month
- Must be warm, friendly, outgoing and enjoy socializing. Must have reliable transportation and be able to commit to consistent visits.