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Published 21 hours ago
Can you spare 1 hour a week to visit or call an older adult? Become a Friendly Visiting volunteer today!
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Queens, NY
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
Time Commitment:
A few hours per month
Commitment Details:
One hour a week, for a 6 month commitment
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
20
Cause Areas:
Community Development, Seniors & Retirement, Women
Participation Requirements:
Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
18+
Other Requirements:
Must provide 2 non-familial references and consent to a background check
Description
Queens Community House is seeking volunteers for our Friendly Visiting Program!
QCH's Friendly Visiting Program pairs homebound older adults with caring volunteers for weekly visits, fostering meaningful connections and reducing isolation and loneliness in our community. Friendly visiting is an enriching opportunity for the volunteer to develop a meaningful friendship. Together, the older adult and volunteer can discuss shared interests, learn/teach new skills, read books, learn technology, and much more!
Volunteer Requirements:
- Must be 18 years or older
- Commit to at least 6 months of volunteering
- Complete a background check
- Provide 2 non-familial references
Email us at volunteer@qchnyc.org for more information!
Location
On-site
Queens, NY, USA
