Come Help a Senior in Huntington Beach Reconnect with College Friends Through Technology!
ORGANIZATION: Volunteer Action for Aging
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Volunteer will work one on one with a senior in Huntington Beach to learn technology skills on both her smart phone and desk top computer. She is interested in learning more about Cyber Security, scanning and sending photos, linking with online support groups and reconnecting with college classmates through social media. If you are interested in working with seniors, are patient and comfortable with technology, this may be the volunteer opportunity for you!
Qualifications:
Comfortable with technology, no need to be an expert.
Interested in seniors, social, able to work with clients of a diverse background.
Patient, Caring & Good Communication Skills.
Must be 18+ years old.
Attend training and complete background and reference checks
Please contact Nicole Moore at nmoore@scanhealthplan.com or 562-637-7191.
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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
Main St.Huntington Beach, CA 92648
DATE POSTED
February 7, 2020
SKILLS
- Basic Computer Skills
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 3-5 in home visits for at least one hour each visit.