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ORGANIZATION: Front Porch Community Services
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Want to make a difference in the life of an older adult who may currently be more isolated than usual during this time of Covid? As a Social Call volunteer you'll provide social support and friendship, and foster creative conversations while visiting an older adult once a week by phone.
Social Call volunteers:
- Are matched with an adult 60+ years of age for conversation, swapping stories, learning and more.
- Receive training and ongoing support
Time Commitment:
- 6 month minimum, 30 min/week plus a brief monthly report.
Qualifications:
- 18+ years of age
- Pass a free background check
- Submit two non-family references
- Participate in volunteer training (flexible times, about 2 hours long)
Bilingual volunteers strongly encouraged to apply!
For more information contact Michelle Haines at mhaines@covia.org.
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About Front Porch Community Services
Location:
Mailing address:2185 N. California Blvd. Suite 215, Operation throughout the U.S., Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to inspire and build community, cultivating meaningful relationships and experiences that respond creatively to changing needs.
Description
We empower individuals to live connected and fulfilled lives through our Community Services Division. Front Porch’s Community Services Division designs and administers 6 programs addressing 3 social problems affecting older adults: food insecurity, unstable housing, and isolation & loneliness.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Variesthroughout the United States, CA 95864
DATE POSTED
September 30, 2020
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 6 months, visiting each week