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Volunteer Companion Needed – Portland Area, OR 97236
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Portland, OR
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays daytime, evenings, Weekends daytime, evenings
Time Commitment:
A few hours per month
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
10
Cause Areas:
Community Development, Health & Medicine, LGBTQ, Race & Ethnicity, Seniors & Retirement
Participation Requirements:
Background Check, Attend Orientation
Description
Volunteer Companion Needed – Gresham/Portland Area, OR
Do you enjoy hearing life stories, sharing conversations, and helping an older adult feel connected? Providence is seeking a volunteer companion to provide social engagement and friendship to a participant in the Gresham/Portland area.
Volunteer Opportunity Details
- Location: Gresham/Portland area, OR
- Visit Type: In-person
- Volunteer Preference: No preference
- Schedule: Flexible; coordinated with the care team and caregiver
- Commitment: Ongoing companionship visits
About the Opportunity This participant would benefit from friendly visits focused on conversation, companionship, and shared interests. He enjoys reminiscing about his experiences and discussing different places he has lived and worked throughout his life.
Topics that may spark engaging conversations include:
- Military service and life experiences
- California and Alaska
- Camping and outdoor adventures
- Local history and storytelling
- Favorite foods and family memories
Visits should be relaxed, engaging, and paced according to the participant's energy level.
Ideal Volunteer
- Patient and compassionate
- Enjoys listening and conversation
- Comfortable adapting activities to the participant's interests and energy level
- Reliable and committed to building a meaningful connection
Location
SE 151st Ave, Portland, OR 97236, USA
