Calling All Cribbage Enthusiasts! Share Your Love of the Game with Seniors

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Do you enjoy the friendly competition and strategic fun of cribbage? Are you looking for a rewarding way to connect with seniors in your community? Lyngblomsten is seeking enthusiastic and patient volunteers to join our lively cribbage games with our residents!

Cribbage is a beloved pastime here at Lyngblomsten, and our residents eagerly look forward to their weekly matches. As a Cribbage Buddy, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Play friendly games of cribbage with individual residents or small groups.
• Help residents with counting and pegging, if needed.
• Foster social interaction and create a fun, engaging atmosphere.
• Share laughs and build meaningful connections with our residents.
• Experience the joy of bringing smiles and stimulating minds through a classic game.

Our cribbage sessions are known to be quite spirited and full of good-natured rivalry! If you enjoy a bit of friendly competition and have a knack for making others feel comfortable, this is the perfect volunteer opportunity for you.

Time Commitment:

We are looking for volunteers interested in helping at one or both of our weekly sessions:

• Tuesdays: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
• Mondays: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

You do not have to make a weekly commitment; you can pick the shifts that work with your schedule.

Skills/Qualifications:

• A basic understanding of the rules of cribbage is required.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine interest in interacting with older adults.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude!

Benefits of Volunteering:

• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of Lyngblomsten residents.
• Combat social isolation and promote well-being among seniors.
• Share your passion for a classic game and create moments of joy.
• Develop new friendships and connections within your community.
• Gain valuable experience in engaging with older adults.
• Enjoy the rewarding feeling of giving back.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in becoming a Cribbage Buddy at Lyngblomsten, please complete an application at https://www.volgistics.com/appform/23212736. You can also visit our website at https://www.lyngblomsten.org/get-involved/volunteer/ to learn more about our volunteer program.

We look forward to welcoming you to our lively cribbage games!

Orientation is provided for new volunteers, and we will help you complete a Dept of Human Services background study with fingerprinting (state requirement for working with vulnerable individuals).