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5 people are interested
Appointment Companion
ORGANIZATION: Restart Inc.
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5 people are interested
Appointment Companion
Locations: Minneapolis,
Robinsdale, Brooklyn Center (based on needs)
Hours: Business Hours
Days: Monday thru Friday
Contact: Maria Figueroa
(612)735-7138 or email: mariaf@restartincmn.org
Description: "Help make a trip to the doctor less lonely"
Companions serve adults who need
support when Family members or staff
cannot be there.
Assist a client to a medical appointment which
may include Dental, Physical Therapy, Counseling or Medical. Some visits can
last only a few minutes, and others up to an hour or more. In some cases the
volunteer may come into the appointment with the resident in order to be sure
that Restart Inc. staff gets the information that they need to care for the
resident. At times, residents may need some reassurance if things do not go as
planned or will need direction to find the office. This is a great role for
someone who is social and comfortable as
well as interested in learning more about the healthcare system.
Volunteers are assigned to a specific client
based on time, place and schedule of both volunteer and clients. Appointments
are during regular business hours. Transportation is provided by a professional
medical transport company volunteers are not expected to use their own
vehicles.
Qualifications:
18 or older
No Special skills needed,
Training provided
Punctual,
reliable, ability to interact/communicate with clients who are
diverse; positive attitude and an open
mind.
Timeframe:
Minimum commitment of 6 months. Between 2 -
4 times month, Hours and days to be arranged
with staff and volunteer when the need arises.
Benefits:
Training,gain experience as an appointment companion, each volunteer hours are recorded to
provide good job references. Feel good making a difference in someone’s life
and giving back to your community
More opportunities with Restart Inc.
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Restart Inc.
Location:
5275 Edina Industrial Blvd, Edina, MN 55439, US
Mission Statement
To support persons with brain injury and related disabilities to achieve their highest level of independence through programs and independent living skills services in community living and outreach environments.
Description
Restart, Inc. is a Minnesota-based non-profit organization that teaches basic skills to adults with brain injury and related disabilities who are struggling to live independently.
Since 1986, we have helped individuals maximize their personal potential so they can live happy, healthy and productive lives in the Twin Cities community.We provide safe and nurturing environments through our Residential and Outreach programs that are customized to each individual’s unique needs.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
4654 Minnehaha Ave sMinneapolis, MN 55414
DATE POSTED
July 18, 2018
SKILLS
- Problem Solving
- Multi-Tasking
- Critical Thinking
- Organization
- People Skills
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 6 month commitment 2-3 times a month hours varies