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Volunteer Opportunity: Chess Companion Volunteer (Portland OR 97229)
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 Opportunity: Chess Companion Volunteer (Beaverton Area)
Make a meaningful connection through the game of chess!
Providence is seeking a volunteer to spend one-on-one time with a participant in the Beaverton area who enjoys chess, conversation, and a good sense of humor.
Volunteer Activities:
- Play chess during regular visits
- Share chess strategies and skills with an enthusiastic learner
- Enjoy friendly conversation and social connection
- Build a meaningful, ongoing volunteer-participant relationship
Volunteer Qualifications:
- Strong chess knowledge and experience
- Patience and willingness to teach and mentor
- Enjoy working with older adults
- Good communication skills and a positive sense of humor
- Ability to commit to consistent in-person visits
Location: Beaverton, Oregon
Setting: In-person visits in a home environment
Schedule: Flexible, coordinated with participant and caregiver availability
Location
NW Reeves St, Portland, OR 97229, USA
