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Become a Wayfinder with Faulkner Hospital (Must be 55+)

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ORGANIZATION: Age Strong - Boston RSVP & SCP

Become an AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Volunteer and serve with the Faulkner Hospital - You must be age 55 or over.

Service Summary: This volunteer would help assist patients and families find their way around the hospital in order to get to an appointment or visit with a loved one.

Duties:

  • Stand by the Atrium elevators and assisted people who may not know how to get to their appointment
  • Provide directions to patients
  • Escort patients to appointment if necessary
  • Direct to the hospital ambassador if the individual is not sure what type of appointment it is
  • Find wheelchairs throughout the hospital if necessary

Essential Skills Needed:

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Excellent customer service skills

Commitment

  • Pleasant demeanor
  • Ability to follow directions and take supervision
  • Ability to be on feet for an extended period

3 Shifts

  • 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM EST - Spots available: 5
  • 11:00 AM to 01:00 PM EST - Spots available: 5
  • 01:00 PM to 03:00 PM EST - Spots available: 5
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About Age Strong - Boston RSVP & SCP

Location:

Boston City Hall, One City Hall Plaza, Room 271, Boston, MA 02201, US

Mission Statement

America's largest volunteer network for people aged 55 years and over is dedicated to impacting lives individually, whether with skills, experience, or just a friendly face. We can connect you to a variety of volunteer opportunities based on your interests, location, and preferred time commitment.

Description

Uplift, Inspire, Lend a Hand! Our mission is to enhance your life with meaningful programs, resources, and connections so we can live and age strong in Boston together. We have many designations. As a Commission, Council on Aging, and Area Agency on Aging, we are not new to aging. We have been doing this for more than 50 years - Age with us.

Age Strong is looking for volunteers to invest their unique talents in improving their community - You choose the amount of time you wish to serve. We are recruiting for the following opportunities:

  • Visiting and assisting homebound and frail seniors with daily living tasks.
  • Supporting adults ESL in conversation sessions, one-on-one, or in ESL classes.
  • Assembling and distributing food at a local Food Pantry.
  • Delivering food to a homebound older adult.
  • Facilitating workshops on Opioid Education & Prevention and Money Smart for Older Adults.
  • Museums & Hospitals
  • Provides a welcoming and friendly environment to all City Hall visitors.

Whatever you choose to do, you'll be making a real difference! Contact us today for more information! AmeriCorps is our partner and funder for our AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP and AmeriCorps Seniors Senior Companion programs.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Health & Medicine
Seniors
Community, Health & Medicine, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.
This opportunity has 3 shifts

WHERE

Boston RSVPAge Strong Commission, Boston City HallBoston, MA 02201

(42.35816,-71.0585)
 

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 55
  • Orientation or Training

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