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Chat with an Older Adult and Help them Feel More Connected!

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ORGANIZATION: Front Porch Community Services

Be paired with an older adult for weekly phone calls for a 6 month period. The mission of our program is to combat feelings of loneliness and social isolation within the older adult communities of the US by offering them the opportunity for connection from the comfort of their own home!

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About Front Porch Community Services

Location:

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

Seniors
Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

SKILLS

  • People Skills
  • Relationship Building

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 30-45 minutes a week for a 6 month period
  • Pass a background check, attend a training session, practice empathy, patience, understanding and compassion during calls

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