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21 people are interested
Respite Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Brevard Alzheimer's foundation
Please visit the new page to apply.
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21 people are interested
Volunteers are trained to provide a short "break" for full-time caregivers of physically-limited homebound adults. They provide a safe, supervised environment while providing comfort and caring companionship to homebound loved one. No medical duties. Volunteers choose when and how much time they can give.
More opportunities with Brevard Alzheimer's foundation
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Brevard Alzheimer's foundation
Location:
4676 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne, FL 32935, US
Mission Statement
To provide information, support and resources to the public, caregivers, family members, and frail elders to assist them to remain in their homes. To provide quality adult day care, in-home respite and other programs to dignify and improve the quality of life for elders coping with long term chronic conditions
Description
Volunteers give fulltime caregivers a short break (2-4hrs) while providing safe, supervised companionship to carereceiver.
Free respite is provided regularly once-a-week or as needed for caregivers to give them a much needed break from the overwhelming, often frustrating tasks of constant caring. Respite allows them to keep doctor appointments, shop, attend club meetings or church, play cards, etc. which keeps them connected in their community and helps them maintain their own health. Volunteers do not do personal care or perform any medical duties. Training is provided and a travel stipend is offered.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
go to homes of caregivers in your neighborhoodMelbourne (Brevard County), FL 32935
DATE POSTED
June 29, 2021
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Volunteers can choose their hours, 4 hours weekly.
- Meetings once a month