Volunteer Guardian near Bound Brook NJ
ORGANIZATION: Volunteer Guardianship One-on-One, Inc.
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What if you needed help and there was no one there to assist you? Right now there are people in your area that need help making basic life decisions. As a Volunteer Guardian you can make a world of difference to your neighbor in need.
A guardian is someone who has been appointed by the court to make decisions and take actions for another person who is not able to make decisions for themselves. A guardian is not a caregiver but makes arrangements to ensure the person receives the proper level and type of care, soliciting as much input from the person as possible.
Someone who is currently is need of a guardian is "Kevin"
"Kevin" is a gentleman in his early 60's who is living with intellectual disabilities. He resides in a home with several long-time family friends that support him in everyday living. He needs assistance with his finances only; ensuring that his limited income is utilized solely for his well-being. Kevin may not be very interactive and most communication will likely be funneled through a family friend, but he may enjoy talking with a guardian about NASCAR or other areas of interest.
If you are interested in making a difference in someone’s life and would like to be a volunteer guardian for "Kevin", please let us know.
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About Volunteer Guardianship One-on-One, Inc.
Location:
50 Main St, Flemington, NJ 08822, US
Mission Statement
Volunteer Guardianship One-on-One, Inc. recruits, train, monitors and supports volunteers who wish to be court appointed as volunteer guardians for the person and property of individual who have been declared incapacitated by the court. The individuals suffer from alzhemier's, dementia, chronic mental illness, and traumatic brain injury. The individuals have no family or friends willing or able to serve as their legal guardian.
Description
Volunteer Guardianship One-on-One, Inc. is the only Agency in the state of New Jersey to provide this very human service and only one of a few in the nation. The Agency seeks to provide personal, compassionate high quality guardianship services for people who have no one else to act on their behalf.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Bound Brook, NJ 08805
DATE POSTED
May 2, 2024
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- Time varies per opportunity, but we do require at least one monthly visit. There is additional orientation and on-line training time prior to becoming a guardian.