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Feb 3
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May 2
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Chicago, IL 60607
Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly's philosophy, programs and activities are focused on alleviating loneliness and isolation among older adults throughout Chicago. The need for social interaction is critical to the human spirit - we believe that nurturing the soul is as important as feeding the body. The older adults we work with have little to no contact with family and/or friends and are essentially alone. Volunteers support older adults in friendship through various activities and programs. The best way to alleviate loneliness and isolation are regular in-person visits. We are seeking volunteers that can commit to visiting or calling an elder twice a month for 12 months. The overall goal is to develop a friendship together. In-person visits could be in the older adult's home, your home, outdoors (weather appropriate) or in some other great spot in the community. Phone calling could be from anywhere, the perfect remote volunteer experience! Join us at an upcoming Zoom orientation. Please register through link below. Attendance at a one-hour orientation session is required to volunteer, as well as a successful completion of a background screen. https://lbfechicago.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer/ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. More information can be found at www.lbfechicago.org . Join LBFE today to make an impact in an older adult's life! See you soon!
Date Posted: Feb 3, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Chicago, IL 60607
Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly's (LBFE) philosophy, programs and activities are focused on relieving loneliness and isolation among older adults throughout Chicago. Our community of older adults, volunteers, staff, and supporters fosters friendship and social connection throughout the year. The need for social interaction is critical to the human spirit - we believe that nurturing the soul is as important as feeding the body. If you are seeking to make new friends, be part of an in-person social group, or are yourself experiencing isolation, consider volunteering with LBFE. Our volunteers engage older persons through in-person visiting and events, celebrating birthdays and holidays, and delivering meals or groceries. Volunteers also engage with other volunteers and help form the core of LBFE's community. Consider registering for an upcoming Zoom orientation, which reviews what LBFE does and the expectations of volunteers. Orientation is part of new volunteer onboarding, but can be used for informational purporses too, so there is no commitment required after orientation. To register for Zoom orientation, please use the link below. Successful completion of a background screen is also required to become an active volunteer, which will be explained at orientation. https://lbfechicago.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer/ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. More information can be found at www.lbfechicago.org. We hope to meet you soon!
Date Posted: Feb 3, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Batavia, IL 60510
Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly's (LBFE) philosophy, programs and activities are focused on relieving loneliness and isolation among older adults throughout DuPage and Kane Counties. Our community of older adults, volunteers, staff, and supporters fosters friendship and social connection throughout the year. The need for social interaction is critical to the human spirit - we believe that nurturing the soul is as important as feeding the body. If you are seeking to make new friends, be part of an in-person social group, or are yourself experiencing isolation, consider volunteering with LBFE. Our volunteers engage older persons through in-person visiting and events, celebrating birthdays and holidays, and delivering meals or groceries. Volunteers also engage with other volunteers and help form the core of LBFE's community. Consider registering for an upcoming Zoom orientation, which reviews what LBFE does and the expectations of volunteers. Orientation is part of new volunteer onboarding, but can be used for informational purporses too, so there is no commitment required after orientation. To register for Zoom orientation, please use the link below. Successful completion of a background screen is also required to become an active volunteer, which will be explained at orientation. https://lbfechicago.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer/ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. More information can be found at www.lbfeillinois.org. We hope to meet you soon!
Date Posted: Feb 3, 2025
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Feb 3
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May 2
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Batavia, IL 60510
Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly's (LBFE) philosophy, programs and activities are focused on alleviating loneliness and isolation among older adults throughout DuPage and Kane Counties, out of LBFE's facility in Batavia. The need for social interaction is critical to the human spirit - we believe that nurturing the soul is as important as feeding the body. The older adults we work with have little to no contact with family and/or friends and are essentially alone. Volunteers support older adults in friendship through various activities and programs. The best way to alleviate loneliness and isolation are regular in-person visits. We are seeking volunteers that can commit to visiting or calling an older adult twice a month for 12 months. The overall goal is to develop a friendship together. In-person visits could be in the older adult's home, your home, outdoors (weather appropriate) or in some other great spot in the community. Phone calling could be from anywhere, the perfect remote volunteer experience! Join us at an upcoming Zoom orientation. Please register through link below. Attendance at a one-hour orientation session is required to volunteer, as well as a successful completion of a background screen. https://lbfechicago.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer/ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. More information can be found at www.lbfechicago.org. Join LBFE today to make an impact in an older adult's life! See you soon!
Date Posted: Feb 3, 2025