Visit with older adults in Forest Hills area of Boston (Eng & Spanish speakers)
ORGANIZATION: FriendshipWorks
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Bring companionship via weekly, in-person visits to older adults living in Forest Hills area (JP/Roslindale) of Boston. We need both English and Spanish-speaking volunteers!
To volunteer: please complete a volunteer application https://fw4elders.org/get-involved/volunteer-application.html
The commitment is generally once a week for a period of at least 9-12 months (day and time flexible). Friendly visiting matches go for walk, run errands, share a cup of tea or coffee, or share stories. Over time, both people grow and learn from each other, often becoming great friends.
FriendshipWorks was founded 37 years ago to help reduce social isolation, enhance the quality of life, and preserve the dignity of older adults in Greater Boston. This work is accomplished by recruiting volunteers of all ages, faiths, and backgrounds who provide friendship, advocacy, education, assistance, and emotional support. Volunteers are critical to helping address the serious health risks posed by social isolation in the elder community, including accelerating brain and cardiovascular aging.
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About FriendshipWorks
Location:
105 Chauncy St, Suite 801, Boston, MA 02111, US
Mission Statement
FriendshipWorks, formerly MATCH-UP Interfaith Volunteers, recruits and trains caring individuals to assist elders living in the Boston area. Our mission is to decrease the isolation that too often comes with age and disability, to promote well being, and to enhance the quality of life of elders. We have seen firsthand the difference ongoing companionship and support can make both for our care recipients and our volunteers.
Description
FriendshipWorks offers a variety of support services to elders in the Boston area. We make friendship matches between volunteers and elders. Volunteers often provide companionship, read aloud, take walks, or assist someone with errands. In addition to ongoing companionship, FriendshipWorks provides one-time assistance such as volunteer escorts to and from medical appointments and respite for family caregivers.
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WHEN
WHERE
105 Chauncy StreetBostonBoston, MA 02111
DATE POSTED
July 15, 2024
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
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REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- typically one hour per week