Playa Del Rey -An Isolated Gentleman Would Enjoy A Friendly Visitor Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Volunteer Action for Aging
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A 76 year old senior man would enjoy a visit from a neighbor in the Playa Del Rey, Marina Del Rey or a neighboring area. This senior identifies as a gay man and would prefer a gay male visitor. He is highly educated, very conversational and enjoys a great dialogue on many subjects. He has lots of professional and personal stories to share and would appreciate visiting with you.
This senior is isolated due to medical conditions that prevent him from getting out in his neighborhood. He would be thankful for a volunteer who would bring news of the community and share experiences with him.
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. No personal or medical care is asked of the volunteer.
This opportunity is a small commitment for a large reward! Just 1 hour per week with a senior who has wisdom, humor, and is appreciative of your time and companionship.
Please go onto Scan. samaritan .com to complete and application. Call or email Teri at 562-637-7175 thershberg@scanhealthplan.com for questions or more information.
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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 HomePlaya Del Rey, CA 90293
DATE POSTED
August 7, 2019
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 35
- Orientation or Training
- Just 1 hour per week. The volunteer and the senior make their own schedules at their convenience.
- Gay man has been requested by senior.