Fight Isolation!! Friendly Visitor/TelAssure Volunteer Program/Office Volunteer Service

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Isolation is a big health-risk factor for seniors. Please help us connect and support the aging community by volunteering! Diablo Valley Foundation for the Aging (DVFA) Friendly Visitor/TelAssure Volunteer Program (FVTA) works to fight isolation for seniors. Isolation can lead to serious health problems for older Americans. 18% of adults age 65 and older in the U.S. live alone, and 43% report feeling lonely on a regular basis. Our programs work directly to counter these dire statistics and help keep seniors healthy and safe.

Volunteers must be 21 years or older, and are screened, background checked, and trained. Once matched with a senior, volunteers will connect on a regular basis as established by the DVFA Volunteer Manager, the Volunteer and the Senior.
-Due to COVID19, the visits for TelAssure will be done via zoom or telephone.
-Friendly Visitors will make home or facility visits and follow the current COVID protocols as directed by Contra Costa County.
-The Office Volunteer supports the staff with office duties such as telephoning, clerical items and special projects. On occasion, an Office Volunteer may provide support at a Special Event.

Seeking volunteers who have a passion for connecting; who are patient, flexible and work well with different personality types. Willingness to undergo background check and participate in an ongoing project as well as travel throughout the Bay Area. Volunteer must live locally in Contra Costa County, California.